Pendleton Harding Southwest Hand-Knotted Rug

In 1923, President Harding and his wife came west to dedicate a portion of the old Oregon Trail. At the ceremony, local chiefs presented the first lady with a Pendleton shawl inspired by the famous Chief Joseph Blanket.  One of the most popular Pendleton designs, this version is offered with oatmeal background, motifs in taupe and accents in shades of terra cotta, soft gold and sage green. Hand-knotted from 100% Swiss-dyed New Zealand wool at 80 knots to the inch, these thick-pile rugs are a testament to craftsmanship. The wool is hand-spun, which when dyed achieves a variegated color, lending richness to every design.