Ogee trellis lines and damask medallions give this Tibetan rug a graceful, flowing rhythm. The rug features a warm oatmeal and taupe field with charcoal plum vines that curl and meet at tassel-like knots. Showcased here, each lozenge holds a leafy medallion with tiny blossoms, and the pattern runs right to the edges. Up close, the hand-knotted wool rug shows a soft, slightly textured pile and crisp motif edges. A transitional area rug in neutral oatmeal and charcoal, it pairs a handmade feel with a pattern that stays easy to live with.
- Exact Size: 4x5'11"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Gold, Turquoise, Rust, Sage, Teal, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21957
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.