Hand Knotted Wool Rug Gray, Purple Modern Tibetan Sherpa 5'11''x8'10''

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ORH21915

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Transform your interior with the abstract painterly depth, expressive color blending, and ultra-soft plush pile of our hand-knotted Tibetan Sherpa wool rug. Featured here is a heathered slate-gray field infused with splashes of royal purple, magenta pink, jewel-tone turquoise, and deep multi-tonal accents. Inspired by modern abstract art and traditional Tibetan knotting techniques, this piece boasts a unique design that mimics atmospheric brushstrokes and raw textural layering. We craft this piece by hand-knotting thick, high-altitude Sherpa wool yarns onto a durable cotton foundation, creating a rich, plush pile that feels incredibly soft underfoot. Natural stain-resistant properties make routine upkeep effortless, keeping your floors stress-free and completely child and pet friendly.
  • Exact Size: 5'11"x8'10"
  • Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
  • Yarn: Wool
  • Color: Gray, Purple, Pink, Turquoise, Multi
  • Origin: India
  • Pile Height: 0.5 inch
  • Condition: New
  • Condition Description: New With Tags
  • Rug#: ORH21915

Story Behind the Art :For centuries, Tibetans have woven rugs for both functional and decorative purposes, drawing inspiration from geometric motifs, auspicious symbols, mythical creatures, and natural imagery to create designs rich in color and meaning. The craft underwent a pivotal transformation after 1959 as the Tibetan diaspora spread across Nepal and India, sparking a commercial revival of rug weaving. By the 1970s, Tibetan rugs had gained international prominence, with Nepalese artisans trained alongside Tibetan refugees becoming central to sustaining and evolving the tradition. Distinctive for their unique slit-loop technique known as the Tibetan knot, these rugs possess a pile of remarkable depth, texture, and softness. Today, Tibetan, Nepalese, and Indo-Tibetan rugs range from reimagined traditional motifs, such as branching florals and snow lions, to modern, free-form patterns that bridge heritage with contemporary design.



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