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Lost Weave

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Overview: The document discusses the artistic approach and inspiration behind Jan Kath's 'Lost Weave' carpet collection. Jan Kath is known for his innovative designs that evoke emotions and blend traditional techniques with modern aesthetics.

Design Philosophy: Jan Kath's carpets are described as having a seemingly anarchic charm, yet each knot is meticulously planned and crafted in Nepal. The 'Lost Weave' collection draws inspiration from Moroccan boucherouite carpets, traditionally made by women using recycled materials due to wool scarcity.

Materials and Techniques: Unlike traditional boucherouite, Kath uses high-quality materials such as Tibetan highland wool, Chinese silk, and nettle fiber. These are woven using the Wang Deng style, a technique historically used for Tibetan monks' cushions.

Inspirations and Collaborations: The collection is influenced by Gebhart Blazek, an expert in Moroccan textile art. Blazek's collection provided inspiration, with fragments adapted into new compositions. The collection combines global methods, materials, and colors to create unique designs.

Customization: The collection allows for customization in color, size, and materials to suit different projects.

Visual Elements: The carpets feature a mix of colors chosen intuitively, with patterns that are hinted at and often interrupted, creating a dynamic visual experience.

Contact Information: The document provides contact details for press inquiries and various Jan Kath showrooms and stores across Germany and the United States.

Catalog excerpts

THE WEAVERS OF THE LOST WEAVE COLLECTION APPEAR TO HAVE CHOSEN THE COLORS AS THE MOOD TOOK THEM: A FEW KNOTS OF WHITE WOOL WITH A SCATTERING OF BLACK OR LEMON YELLOW HERE AND THERE. THE BASIC PATTERN OF VERTICAL PINK STRIPES IS ONLY HINTED AT AND IS OFTEN INTERRUPTED. DABS OF BLUE WOOL – A MISTAKE? OR PERHAPS EVEN A SPOT OF INK? Jan Kath plays with the emotions of people who view his work. “The charm of this carpet is that it seems to have been left to chance with a thirst for anarchy,” the designer explains. However, this vitality has been skillfully arranged and can be reproduced. “Of course,...

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