Maharam Design Studio specializes in the design and development of textiles for residential and commercial interiors. Balancing an appreciation of history with a focus on aesthetic and industrial innovation, Maharam's textiles reside in the permanent collections of MoMA, Cooper Hewitt and the Art Institute of Chicago, among others. The Check Rug (1956) by Alexander Girard features a bold bicolored checkerboard pattern. It's handwoven from cotton using the dhurrie technique. Made in India.