Resham Lotus Carpet hand_knotted_rug The acclaimed BBC TV series

The acclaimed BBC TV series Ganges documents the lives of villagers

It is hand-knotted in pure wool by weavers residing at the foothills of the Himalayan mountain range

This one of a kind Kazakh rug features lively colors with a design inspired by a mix of russian and caucasian geometric motifs

After which it was laid flat on the ground where a team of cleaners used wooden "oar-like" paddles to push the water through its fibers and draw out impurities

Here is an impressively woven and beautifully composed Ziegler style Oriental rug from Afghanistan

Resham Lotus Carpet hand_knotted_rug The acclaimed BBC TV seriesMaterials & Craftsmanship: This fine, diligently hand knotted area rug contains a perfect blend of 80% pure silk and 20% pure wool. Persian & Oriental rugs made from a high percentage of silk are intricate and are often the most valuable of all handmade carpets. The silk fibers in this piece create a beautiful sheen throughout the field and borders, providing an ultra luxurious feel. The use of silk ensures a precise rendering of the decorative design