origin: Colombia
The fiber has a natural liveliness and a fine, sisal-like sheen. At the same time, Fiqué feels softer and more textile than many classic hard fibers. This creates a warm, artisanal materiality with special depth in the room.
Ruckstuhl has been working for about ten years with a cooperative near San Gil in the Colombian Andes. The rugs are traditionally knitted or crocheted there by hand—in a home-based work model that especially enables women and single mothers to have flexible employment. From the cultivation of the plant to processing, the entire value chain remains locally anchored.
Fiqué appears calm, authentic, and at the same time unusual. The textile structure improves acoustics, creates warmth on hard floors, and gives rooms a subtle, handcrafted depth.
Benefits:
- Fiqué is a natural, plant-based, and renewable raw material.
- Fiqué has a distinctive, textile structure.
- Fiqué appears robust and durable.
- Fiqué enhances comfort and acoustics on hard floors.
- Fiqué has a natural, sisal-like sheen.
- Fiqué is crafted using traditional handwork.
- Fiqué supports local value creation in Colombia.
Facts:
- Fique comes from the Colombian Andes and is obtained from a type of agave.
- The fiber has been used for centuries for ropes and durable textiles.
- The entire process — from the plant to the carpet — takes place locally in Colombia.
- Ruckstuhl has been working with a cooperative near San Gil for about ten years.
- Many carpets are made through a homeworking model, providing income especially for women.
- Fique has a natural shine and a soft, textile texture.
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