A recent New York Times article introduces the American readers to the local folk art of rug making through a story of a road trip across Romania. The traditional rug making in Romania and the Republic of Moldova has been part of UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2016. The tradition is seen as an expression of creativity and identity, and it is also considered a factor that brings the different generations and social groups closer together. Traditionally these wall carpets have been used for decoration, funerals and as a part of a bride’s dowry.
The article covers an amazing trip through regions such as Oltenia, Maramures, Bucovina and Moldova and introduces the readers to the unique studios where local people are weaving the rugs using traditional techniques. Each region has their own special way of weaving these traditional rugs. In a town called Bechet you can find rugs typical for the Oltenia region with patterns such as flowers, trees and birds. The rugs are hand-made, precious pieces of cultural heritage.
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Source: nytimes.com
Photo credit:Ioana-Cristina Moldovan | The New York Times