Uzbek Collection

The Uzbek Collection derives its name from Uzbekistan where most of the original Ikat fabrics were made in the nineteenth century. Historically, the Ikat process has been an intricate one, requiring skilled artisans to carefully dye the fabrics. This complicated technique requires that parts of the fabric’s warp and/or weft yarns be protected so they resist dye penetration when dipped in the dye bath. The results range from a simple two-tone pattern to very detailed ones using several colors and bleed effects. Our ikat rugs are woven to mimic the appearance of these ikat fabrics.

The designs in this collection are named after small villages in Central Asia or terms used in Ikat weaving. This collection is shown in a wide variety of weaving techniques from Turkish, Persian and Tibetan to soumac and dhurrie flatweave qualities.