
Mark Krebs
Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
This speckled ivory artisanal rug is a handcrafted wool and linen blend floor covering made in India. It features a low pile and thin fringes at the ends, with a textured, nubby surface. Available in multiple sizes, this rug is sold online only and ships directly from the supplier.
- Color
- Ivory
- Material
- Wool and linen blend
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Color
Specifications
A handmade wool and linen blend rug with a speckled ivory pattern, featuring thin fringes and a low pile.
Textured wool and linen blend, low pile, thin fringes, handmade in India.
- Color
- Ivory · white
- Material
- Wool and linen blend
- Secondary
- linen
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Additional Attributes
- artisanal
- handmade
- speckled
- low-pile
- textured
- fringed
- wool and linen blend
- multiple sizes available
Product Insights
Mark Krebs's Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug uses a DTC model to undercut similar rugs by 56%, spotlighting artisan work through a pseudonym and published wages. Handwoven with Indian short-staple wool and a New Zealand wool-linen blend, its irregular salt-and-pepper flecks disguise dust and light spills while gradually softening into a mottled ivory patina. The rugged, matte low-pile feels crisp underfoot and resists matting, but each rug varies slightly in size, colour, and pattern—a tradeoff of handweaving—and new rugs shed loose fibers for weeks, requiring a separate rug pad and professional cleaning.
Verified claims
- Brand ethos
- Mark Krebs uses an alter ego name and public wage data to spotlight artisan work over founder persona.
- Value
- DTC model makes the $529 CAD rug 56% cheaper than a similar rug from Tabrizi.
- Size tolerance
- Rug may be 1–2 inches larger or smaller than listed dimensions due to handweaving.
- Founder background
- Mark Krebs is a pseudonym for OCAD-trained designer Davin Cowper, who tests rugs hands-on with weavers.
- Material character
- Indian short-staple wool gives a rugged matte hand and lived-in patina, reflecting honest design.
- Ethical sourcing
- Indian wool is sourced near the looms, and rugs are commissioned directly from weavers who are paid per-square-foot market rates.
- Pattern creation
- 80% New Zealand wool and 20% linen are blended to create irregular salt-and-pepper flecks.
- Dirt hiding
- The busy speckled texture makes everyday dust, lint, and light spills visually blend in.
- Uniqueness
- Each rug has a slightly different fleck arrangement because it is handwoven from natural fibers.
- Aging
- The speckled pattern gradually softens into a mottled ivory over years of use.
- Artisanal variation
- Because it is handwoven from natural fibres, each rug varies in size by up to 1–2 inches and in colour and pattern, with no two pieces identical.
- Weaver compensation
- Weavers are paid per square foot at regional market rates.
- Durability
- Wool-linen blend resists matting and reduces dust buildup.
- Texture
- Low-pile blend feels crisp underfoot and becomes softer over time with a subtle sheen.
- Shedding
- New rugs shed loose fibers for weeks; vacuuming reduces it.
- Care
- Blot spills immediately and use professional dry cleaning for deep cleans.
- Visual evolution
- The speckled pattern gradually merges into a mottled ivory while the linen develops a subtle sheen, making each rug unique.
- Maintenance
- Linen antistatic, wool resilience, speckle pattern, and chemical-free hand finishing reduce maintenance.
- Weaver model
- Handmade by independent northern India weavers who set their own per-square-foot rates.
- Wage transparency
- Mark Krebs publishes the weaver wage per square foot and does not claim fair-trade certification.
- Ongoing costs
- Requires separate rug pad and professional cleaning, adding to total cost.
- Craft tradition
- Woven in a four-state cottage belt where skills are passed through generations.
- Weaver wage
- Weaver wage model published openly—per-square-foot rate with demand adjustments.
- Practicality
- New handwoven rug sheds, needs separate rug pad on hard floors, gains patina, and speckle pattern hides daily dirt.
- Price comparison
- The same Speckled Ivory design sells in a 60x90 cm accent size for $99 CAD, and the larger size at $529 CAD has a lower price per square foot; a comparable pure-wool handwoven rug, Tabrizi's Helene Flax, lists at $1,198.
- Finishing
- After weaving, the rug is washed by hand with natural soaps and sun-dried, avoiding machine drying and industrial chemicals.
- Business model
- Mark Krebs launched in early 2020 as an online-first brand built to strip out wholesale markups, which is why a handwoven wool-linen rug can sell below traditional multi-thousand-dollar retail pricing.
Product record
- Title
- Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes
- Brand
- Mark Krebs
- Price
- 529 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want an artisanal, handmade-in-India area rug in a speckled ivory design, woven from 80% New Zealand wool and 20% linen with a low pile and thin knotted fringes at the ends. It comes in three Assorted White sizes (140 x 205 cm, 185 x 275 cm, and 245 x 305 cm), and because every fibre is natural, two rugs of the same design will read slightly differently in colour and pattern. Note that slight imperfections are normal for its artisanal methods, which the retailer says add to its charm.[1,2,3,4] | Sandy Speckled Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a large, sandy-toned speckled rug in a soft neutral palette, handwoven by artisans in Northern India from an 80% wool and 20% cotton blend with braided fringes at the ends. The listed Ivory/Cream Beige variant measures 245 by 305 cm (about 8 by 10 feet) and has a low, tightly looped pile with a dense, slightly nubby texture the merchant says feels really soft underfoot. Because it is made with artisanal methods, slight imperfections are normal and described as adding to its charm, and a rug pad is recommended for greater safety.[5,6,7,8] | Speckled Basket-Weave Handmade Rug See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a handwoven wool rug with a cozy, utilitarian look: it is woven by artisans in Northern India in a simple basket weave of Indian and New Zealand wool, with neutral tones and tiny flecks of color (like ultramarine, cadmium red, and chrome yellow) that the brand says suit both traditional and modern decors. Its soft feel is positioned as ideal for lounging and stretching out, and it comes in three sizes (185x275 cm, 245x305 cm, and 275x365 cm) in Slate Grey or Taupe. Note that because it is handmade, each rug is unique and may vary slightly from the photo in color and texture, and may measure 1–2 inches larger or smaller than listed; a rug pad is recommended for greater safety, and as an online-only item it ships separately from the supplier.[9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Lower-front portion of a rectangular ivory rug with a nubby, looped pile, irregular vertical dark speckling, and a knotted fringe along the left short edge; rug lies flat on a light wood floor and extends beneath a woven wooden coffee table leg.
- Visible rug shapeRectangular rug visible from near the lower-left corner to the mid-right of the image with one short edge showing a fringe and the opposite short edge cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.96 · h 0.62 (high) - Pile textureDense, nubby looped pile with a slightly raised, irregular surface visible across the rug field.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.72 · h 0.40 (high) - Speckled patternIrregular vertical and short linear flecks and speckles in a darker color scattered across the ivory background, forming nonuniform column-like streaks.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.78 · h 0.48 (high) - Fringe detailKnotted/off-white fringe along the left short edge of the rug consisting of multiple twisted tassels.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.68 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high) - Edge bindingNarrow bound edge along the visible short and long edges with a slightly darker stitched border separating pile from floor.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.96 · h 0.02 (medium); x 0.02 · y 0.96 · w 0.96 · h 0.02 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the rug positioned in front of a light-gray upholstered sofa, a woven wooden coffee table with round legs partially on the rug, a potted plant at left, and a light wood floor; soft natural lighting with mild shadows.
- Sofa propLight-gray upholstered sofa with cushions and a folded throw draped over the left arm, occupying the upper center of the image and overlapping the rug area visually but not on top of it.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Coffee table propWoven light-wood rectangular coffee table with a visible round leg sitting on the rug; top right corner of the table with stacked magazines is visible.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.42 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - FlooringLight-toned hardwood floor planks running vertically in the image beneath and around the rug.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.36 · w 0.96 · h 0.64 (high) - Plant propPotted broad-leaf plant with dark green leaves partially visible at the left edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse natural lighting from above or side producing gentle shadows under the coffee table leg and sofa legs.
- Image cropTop of the rug and the right short edge are partially cropped by the frame; entire room not shown.
Colors
ivory· rug field#E4EAE4dark gray speckle· speckled flecksoff-white fringe· fringe#D4DCDB- Visible rug shapeRectangular rug visible from near the lower-left corner to the mid-right of the image with one short edge showing a fringe and the opposite short edge cropped out of frame.
- 02

Product
Rectangular ivory rug shown flat with scattered dark speckled rows across the pile and knotted fringe at both short edges. Narrow stitched/serged side edges run the full height.
- Overall shapeRectangular rug photographed flat and mostly centered in the frame, with short fringes visible along the top and bottom edges.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.94 · h 0.96 (high) - Pile textureSoft, slightly uneven high-low pile with a tactile, wool-like surface appearance and subtle variations in pile height across the field.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.12 · w 0.90 · h 0.76 (medium) - PatterningIrregular horizontal rows and scattered flecks of darker yarn creating a speckled linear pattern that runs roughly parallel to the short edges.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.10 · w 0.90 · h 0.80 (high) - Side finishingNarrow serged or stitched border along the left and right long edges in a darker contrasting thread.
2 regions
x 0.01 · y 0.05 · w 0.02 · h 0.90 (high); x 0.98 · y 0.05 · w 0.02 · h 0.90 (high) - Short-edge fringeLoose knotted fringe tassels at both the top and bottom short edges composed of the same light yarn as the rug field.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.00 · w 0.94 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.94 · w 0.94 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Top-down studio shot on a white background with even lighting and minimal shadow; rug is centered and fully visible except slight margin to frame.
- Shot compositionRug photographed from above, centered with a uniform white background and visible white margin around the rug.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with very soft shadows and no directional glare.
- Image framingFull rug framed within image with small even margins; image is sharp and evenly focused across the rug surface.
Colors
ivory· field (background pile)#D4CCC3dark brown· speckled rows and fleckstan· minor tan flecks#CBC4BBivory (fringe)· fringe#D3CDCB- Overall shapeRectangular rug photographed flat and mostly centered in the frame, with short fringes visible along the top and bottom edges.
- 03

Product
Close-up of the rug's textured looped pile and selvedge showing speckled ivory field with darker flecks, a woven fringe, and a sewn fabric tag with a black icon.
- Pile textureThick looped and knotted wool pile with a chunky, uneven bouclé texture visible across the rug face.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.82 (high) - Primary field colorPredominantly off-white/ivory wool with a slightly warm tone appearing as the base color of the pile.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.82 (high) - Speckled flecksIrregular small flecks and short yarn tufts in black and warm brown scattered through the ivory field, creating a speckled look.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.65 · h 0.62 (high) - Selvedge stitchingNarrow overcast edge running along the rug side with darker thread visible as a stitched binding.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.82 (high) - Woven fringeHand-knotted fringe composed of bundled off-white yarns emerging from a flat woven band at the rug end; fringe strands hang loosely and irregularly.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.78 · w 0.68 · h 0.22 (high) - Fabric tag with iconSmall rectangular fabric tag sewn into the side seam showing a bold black stylized face or emblem on a light background.
1 region
x 0.86 · y 0.36 · w 0.07 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Rug detail shot cropped to show one corner and fringe, placed on a dark mottled hard surface with soft directional lighting and subtle shadows; image is high resolution and slightly top-down.
- Shot compositionTight close-up showing the rug's corner and fringe occupying the left and center; right side shows floor surface; partial crop excludes most of the rug's interior.
- Background surfaceDark grey mottled hard surface resembling concrete or stone visible to the right and under the fringe.
2 regions
x 0.80 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 1.00 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.82 · w 0.78 · h 0.18 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from above-left producing gentle shadows in the pile valleys and under the fringe; highlights on individual wool strands.
- Image qualitySharp texture detail with visible yarn fibers and minimal noise; no visible motion blur.
Colors
warm ivory· pile (base)#EAEBECdeep black fleck· flecks#1B1B1Bwarm brown fleck· flecks#848483light beige fringe· fringe and woven band#EAEBEDblack on light tag· fabric tag icon- Pile textureThick looped and knotted wool pile with a chunky, uneven bouclé texture visible across the rug face.
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3816700 | Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Assorted White - 245x305cm | CA$1,399.00 | Yes |
| 3816691 | Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Assorted White - 140x205cm | CA$529.00 | Yes |
| 3816697 | Speckled Ivory Artisanal Rug See Available Sizes - Assorted White - 185x275cm | CA$949.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
All good
Love the rug. Good quality - well made. Yes I recommend this item.