Margo Selby Oare Runner

The Oare runner designed by Margo Selby is a technically complex design achieved in 12 harmonious colours in a geometric progression. Chromatically vibrant, in blues, coral and green, with a broad tonal range. The orthogonal linearity, narrow or broad, and regular or varying, makes for visual depth.

To realise this design, our artisan weavers have achieved an ambitious feat, pushing the boundaries of the craft. Each runner is handwoven by highly skilled practitioners on two warp beams that interlace the wool yarns. It is a warp-faced format, more typically used for simple stripes in just a few colours – the Oare design takes this simple principle and expands its potential.

Hand Loom – Specific to orthogonal designs, warp-faced hand loom runners are traditionally woven on a horizontal loom. During the making process – a technique similar to that of velvet – makers insert rods into the warp, determining the depth of the pile height, which is then cut;  the resultant runner is dense and sumptuous. 

Materials - 100% Indian Chokla Wool – natural, durable, versatile, sustainable.