Icelandic White Sheepskin Rug

As the name suggests, Icelandic sheepskin comes from the Icelandic sheep, which have much longer hair – approximately 12–18 cm – than European sheep.

The Icelandic sheep is a breed that belongs to the Northern European short-tailed sheep. It was brought to Iceland by the Vikings between 1100 and 1200.

Icelandic sheep are a medium to large breed with relatively short legs and a very broad back. The wool can come in up to 17 different colours, ranging from white to unique spotted patterns. Highly resistant to the cold, the Icelandic sheep played a vital role in the survival of the Icelandic people during harsh winters by providing food and clothing.

The wool is of excellent quality – strong, water-resistant, durable, and lustrous.

White is the most popular colour for Icelandic sheepskins since most Icelandic sheep are white, but we encourage you to explore our selection of other available colours.

Icelandic Sheepskin Features:

• Hair length approx. 12–18 cm
  
• Width approx. 60–70 cm
• 100% genuine sheepskin
• Natural shape, handmade
• Temperature-regulating
• Origin: Iceland

We ensure excellent wool quality and attractive shapes by hand-selecting only the best sheepskins for our collection. Please note that the shape and colour of the sheepskins may vary slightly.