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Hand Made Blue Elephant Ride rPicture - Natural Jute Weave Wall Hanging Folk Art: Home & Kitchen. China is one of the largest producers and users of raw jute materials. Hand woven from industrial scraps, these primitive jute wall hangings raise recycling to an art form. Jute is one of the world's most predominant vegetable fibers, second only to cotton. One hundred different plants can be used to produce jute and it is widely cultivated across Asia. It is an important source of food and job security in poor areas of the region. Its history as a cultivated crop is truly ancient. Jute's industrial uses include sacks, coverings, twine, straps and backings for carpets and linoleum. Thousands of factories throughout the country produce thousands of tons per year.
Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
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