Hand-knotted from bamboo silk, our modern Sherpa rug lets brick red and navy break through a taupe center like an old garden carpet worn by time. Ice blue and cream flowers peek out of the color, and the border looks gently eroded. The red and navy gather near the edges while the taupe opens up in the middle, which gives the design a layered, painterly feel. The pile is smooth and glossy with a silky sheen that shifts in the light, and it is best suited to gentle everyday use. Vacuum on a low setting without a beater bar and blot spills quickly. Brick red and navy pair easily with taupe, cream and soft blues. A modern area rug with a vintage-style design, it suits anyone who wants bold color with softness.
- Exact Size: 7'11"x9'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Bamboo Silk
- Color: Blue, Red, Gold, Gray
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21775
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.