Nepali Handmade Woolen Contemporary Carpet, [60 knots]
| Dimensions: | 200x300 cm (78.7 × 118.1 inches) |
| Gross Weight: | 5 kg (11.02 lbs) |
| Material: | Wool |
| Iconography / Artist: | Woolen Carpet |
| Craft Origin: | Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique |
| Cataloged On: | Nov 02, 2020 |
Woolen Carpet
One of the unique features of Nepali woolen carpets is that they are warm and cozy, perfect for colder climates. The wool material helps to insulate the floor, making it more comfortable to walk on during colder weather.
These carpets come in a wide range of designs, including traditional patterns and modern, contemporary designs. They are often adorned with intricate patterns, including geometric shapes, floral motifs, and other designs inspired by Nepali culture and heritage.
Overall, Nepali woolen carpets are a beautiful and meaningful product that represents the rich culture and heritage of Nepal. They are a symbol of the skill and expertise of Nepali artisans and a treasured possession that can add warmth and beauty to any home.
Centuries-Old Lost-Wax Metal Casting
Each sculpture at Handmade Handicraft is crafted using the ancient cire-perdue (lost-wax) technique, a craft perfected over a millennium by the Newar artisans of Patan. The process begins with sculpting beeswax and Himalayan tree resin by hand. A multi-layered clay mold is formed around the wax, which is melted away in the furnace, creating a void that is filled with molten red copper or bronze.
24K Mercury Gilding
Applied with pure gold leaf and fused using fire gilding for an ethereal sheen that endures for generations.
Cold-Gold Face Painting
The sacred facial features and serene gaze of deities are carefully rendered with powdered cold gold and natural pigments.
Hand-Chiseled Detailing
Intricate robes, mandalas, and jewels are carved by hand with miniature steel chisels and devotion.
Door-to-Door Worldwide Express Delivery
Since 1976, we have shipped thousands of delicate sacred statues and handicrafts across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia with an exceptional track record of safe delivery.
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Express Carriers: We partner with DHL Express, FedEx International, and licensed Air Cargo freighters with end-to-end tracking.
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Museum-Grade Packaging: Each piece is wrapped in moisture-resistant vapor barriers, thick high-density foam cushioning, and reinforced export cartons or custom wooden crates for large statues.
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100% Transit Insurance: All international shipments are fully insured against loss or damage during transit.
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Customs Clearance & Documentation: Includes official Nepal Archaeological Department export clearances certifying modern non-antique artisan status for hassle-free customs clearance.