Ilanga Carpet.

Design: Helmut Scheufele.

In South Africa they say: “Turn your face to the sun, then shadows will fall behind you.” The low-pile Ilanga carpet – Swahili for sun – is radiant in a deep sunny yellow, made from equal proportions of Tibetan highland wool, fine Chinese silk and nettle fibers. 

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Ilanga, Swahili for sun.

“Turn your face to the sun, then shadows will fall behind you.”

Learn more about the story behind Legends of Carpets.

Walter Knoll carpets have been developed in collaboration with fabric designer Helmut Scheufele and are inspired by the landscapes and colors of Africa. The collection draws its strength from the creativity of the continent Africa which materializes into timeless, woven works of art.