4'8''x6'7'' Hand Knotted Wool Taupe Tibetan Traditional Classic Greek key Rug

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ORH20344

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Regular price $ 1,049.97 $ 349.99 Sale

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A restrained taupe field framed by a classic Greek key border gives this 4'8" x 6'7" hand-knotted Tibetan rug an architectural presence. Woven in wool with a medium cut pile, the surface has a soft, even texture that feels substantial and opulent heavy underfoot. The design draws from ancient Greek and Central Asian border traditions, where the continuous key pattern symbolized harmony and continuity, adapted here through the Tibetan weaving aesthetic that favors clarity, balance, and generous open space. Subtle shifts of brown and taupe in the ground add depth, while small accents of muted mint near the corners introduce a gentle contrast that keeps the rug from feeling flat. Finished with a durable cotton foundation and sized approximately , this traditional rectangular rug works comfortably in living rooms, studies, or bedrooms, offering an approachable entry point into oriental rugs for those who appreciate timeless design without ornate complexity.
  • Exact Size: 4'8"x6'7"
  • Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
  • Yarn: Wool
  • Color: Taupe, Brown, Mint
  • Origin: Nepal
  • Pile Height: 0.5 inch
  • Condition: New
  • Condition Description: New With Tags
  • Rug#: ORH20344

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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