Yousef is a low-pile rug in an unusual yet subtle charcoal colour with rusty yellow mottling running through it. The mottling within this generously sized rug creates an irregular pattern which enhances its handmade look and feel. This rustic style evokes thoughts of the weavers of the Silk Route through Persia, where traders vied to catch the eye of buyers and showcase their talents in design and weaving. If you look carefully, you might even be able to see a suggestion of an oasis in the desert within the attractive colour and pattern of this piece.