Textural complexity and modern design come together in this hand-knotted bamboo silk rug. The rug features gradual color shifts from light beige and warm taupe into deep shades of blue, gray, and charcoal. Expertly constructed by hand, the high-grade bamboo fibers offer a smooth finish with an eye-catching sheen. These soft ombre transitions and organic abstract details deliver timeless character and superior craftsmanship.
- Exact Size: 6x8'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Bamboo Silk
- Color: Beige, Taupe, Blue, Black, Gray, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21727
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.