Faded stars and flowers repeat in neat lines across this Tibetan rug in blue-gray, tan and cream. Seen here, the color shifts in a soft gradient from one end to the other, which gives the pattern an aged look. Up close, each motif has a gentle edge and the pile looks dense. This hand-knotted wool rug has a dense pile that is pet and kid friendly and easy to care for. A transitional area rug in calm, muted tones, it brings pattern and softness together.
- Exact Size: 6'3"x8'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Ivory, Blue, Burnt Orange, Rust, Coral, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH22040
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.