Slate gray gives sparse flowers in orange and ivory plenty of space on this Tibetan rug. The rug features thin cream vines linking small medallions and sprigs in coral, red and pale blue across a charcoal field. Seen here, the plain background has soft streaks of tone that give it a lived-in look. Hand-knotted from wool, this hand-knotted wool rug has a plush, springy pile. A modern area rug with a handmade feel, it brings dark, moody color with just enough floral detail.
- Exact Size: 5'3"x8'1"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Gold, Maroon, Sage, Brown, Rust, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 1 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH22011
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.