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in uzbek, the term used for ikat is abrbandi; literally `to tie a cloud'. according to legend, the first ikat artisan drew inspiration to weave a shimmering, patterned cloth from seeing clouds reflected in a pool of water. each silk + cotton (adras) swath is hand-dyed and hand-loomed in the fergana valley of uzbekistan using a centuries-old technique, which encompasses upwards of 37 separate stages.
ikat-covered ottoman (in bunny wiliams-designed home, featured in elle decor)
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