Andean Steps - handwoven wool tapestry

"I desire with all my heart that you appreciate our work, because my family and I weave each piece with much love." Evoking a set of steps that lead to the top of an Andean temple, this geometric tapestry is designed by Peruvian artisan Luis León. He works on a traditional San Pedro loom, hand-weaving brown and white wool yarns against a cotton warp using a technique known as llenado. Fringes with an ombre design complete the tapestry at the bottom. 23.5" L x 17" W Fringe: 3.9" min L - x 9.75" max L 100% wool, cotton warp, acrylic fringes Display rod not included Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly Made in Peru, ships from US "My name is Luis León. I was born on April 10, 1976 in a town of textile artisans in the state of Junin. I learned to weave from my parents. At first I was mostly an assistant, handing them the yarns and fleece so that they could weave. Later on I learned how to weave panels and, at the age of eleven, I