EDELGRUND ILLUMINATA Handwoven Flatweave Kilim

Designed for the "ILLUMINATA" exhibition at Milan Design Week 2023, this piece served as a striking centerpiece at the altar of the Chiesa Cristiana Protestante church.‎ This created not only a dramatic, enchanting effect that blended seamlessly with the sacred atmosphere of the church, but also symbolically united the work of Muslim weavers from Mazandaran, Iran with this Christian holy space in Italy.‎ Technique Hand-Woven Material 100% Handspun Kurdish wool dyed with natural vegetable dyes EDELGRUND's Signature collection showcases flatweaves rooted in the original design "alphabet" crafted by the women of Mazandaran, dating back to the late 19th to early 20th century.‎ These minimalist patterns and stripes, resembling a dynamic design alphabet, offer endless possibilities for rearrangement, sparking the creation of new and innovative designs while honoring a timeless heritage.‎ Further info from manufacturer on ILLUMINATA EDELGRUND