Contrast : The first word that comes to mind when one stumbles upon these multicolored rugs in the desert region where they were woven, a landscape where the color palette is dominated by sky and earth tones. Contemporary : An immediate appreciation for the incredible talent of the women who, without any reference to « Western » culture, created these textiles. Sharing : The desire to communicate with these weavers and to know them better provided the impetus behind our journeys, along with our desire to share our discoveries with you. This is why this book exists.