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    Griffin carpet

    The artefact

    Featuring the traditional griffin motif, this carpet is made of Sardinian wool on a flat handloom with the solid a pibiones technique. It is characterized by an unusual decorative balance, including the dynamic griffins within the solid and refined geometrical frame, featuring bright and contrasting colours.

    Details

    Materiali: Cotton, Sardinian wool
    Dimensioni: Length cm 180; Width cm 135
    Località di produzione: Villamassargia

    Settore: Webbing

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