Alpujarra rugs are handmade rugs made in the province of Granada, in the region of Las Alpujarras.
These rugs have a very ancient tradition, where the oldest examples date from the seventeenth century.
At first, this technique was used for Alpujarra bedspreads, which later it was thought that it could be implemented in rugs by changing the materials and preserving the fabric structure. The linen of the warp increased the thickness, as well as the wool that formed the weft, providing greater strength.
The technique used by today's rugs is known as "Speck", referring to the rough surface of the weft. Although this technique has not been inherited directly from the Arabs, it has been influenced by how they made their looms.
We can also find Alpujarra rugs in relief, presenting hollow parts and other areas in relief. This type of carpet, in a traditional way, was based on Muslim geometric elements, such as stars or linked borders. Thus, generally, they used only one color, or at most two, one for the raised specks and the other in contrast for the background. They boast of having a very unique visual and tactile effect.
The Alpujarra carpet that we can find today is based on the fabric that we call "openwork", manufactured on a vertical or high heald loom. It has a structure in the form of a sheet, which provides elasticity and flexibility, for this, it is made using two series of threads, a longitudinal one called "warp" and a transverse one called "weft".
Generally, the warp in the carpet is usually thick cotton, interspersed with a woolen weft; although the latter will depend on the design and the colors that the designer wants to implement.
At alp_ we manufacture our rugs in Granada respecting this artisan tradition since 1918. Always with quality materials and 100% natural, following our commitment to respect the European Environmental Regulations.
To do this, we manufacture without stock, allowing our customers to customize their rug as they wish, both in size and colors so that they can enjoy the rug of their dreams, which fits perfectly with their decoration uniquely and exclusively. so that everyone, regardless of their home décor, can enjoy a quality, luxury product that can last in their room for years to come.
Our hand-woven rugs try to inspire everyone who looks at them, through a design and texture that are reminiscent of moments, places, or memories. They are unique products handcrafted by loom professionals.
The care of the small details, the respect for the materials, and the good work of our artisans are basic principles of the elaboration of each carpet. That is why they are unique in the market, providing exclusivity, but also a tradition of more than 100 years manufacturing this product and respecting the traditional ways of doing it.
In our catalog, you will be able to enjoy rugs made with the traditional Alpujarra knot, which are part of the legacy of our artisan making. However, you can choose traditional designs or more modern and colorful ones.
From among the traditional fabrics, you can choose our Alpujarra Relieve Mota Small Rug. It is in a single color style and with geometric elements reminiscent of Muslim culture, respecting the traditional values of embossed fabric that we mentioned earlier.
Alpujarra Rug Small Mota Relief
This rug is unique, it reflects the art of the Mozarabic era, bringing a cultural richness to the design without equality. It is made from pure virgin wool with a natural wool warp or white cotton.
If you prefer a more colorful design, we present the Alpujarra Color Carpet.
Alpujarreña classic color rug
This handmade Alpujarra rug maintains the traditional legacy of manual manufacture using the Alpujarra knot technique. This unique piece on the market will stand out in your room and surprise your guests thanks to its texture and tones.