This Gotland sheepskin is truly exceptional! Its wild and untamed appearance is a result of Nat's careful brushing, which also contributes to its incredibly soft and silky feel. You'll notice it's both substantial and weighty, speaking to its luxurious quality.
It's quite common to find small, naturally occurring mats, often called dreadlocks, within the wool of Gotland sheepskins. This is a testament to the wool's exceptionally fine and silky texture, which is a hallmark of these prized pelts.
At Angus Oliver, our gotland sheepskins are individually priced. This pricing reflects the unique characteristics of each pelt, including its size, specific texture, and overall visual appeal, ensuring you find the perfect match for your home.
The heritage of Gotland sheep traces back to the formidable Viking era, with centuries of meticulous breeding refining them into what many now consider the most desirable sheepskins globally. Originating from Sweden, these robust sheep thrive in open fields, where the constant brushing of cool Baltic Sea winds naturally enhances their wool's unique qualities. Like all our other luxury sheepskins, these gotland sheepskins are a responsible byproduct of the meat industry, ensuring nothing goes to waste and promoting sustainable practices.
These striking gotland sheepskins, often measuring around 52x31, are most frequently used as luxurious home decor. They instantly add an exotic feel and unique texture to any space. The wool's feel can range from a super silky softness to a more subtly coarse texture, and its length can vary from long and flowing to beautifully short, offering a distinct sensory experience with every Angus Oliver sheepskin.
It's worth noting that these exquisite gotland sheepskins might occasionally have a few natural mats in the wool. This is a common characteristic, as the silkier the pelt, the more prone it can be to gentle felting. We see this as an inherent part of the charm and natural beauty of enjoying genuine gotland sheepskins, a true reflection of their natural origins.
If you decide to brush these gotland sheepskins, they will indeed become very frizzy, though incredibly soft. For maintaining their natural allure and distinctive texture, they are best left unbrushed.
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