Our hand-knotted wool Tibetan rug has a softly worn surface in golden tan and copper, with faint rounded medallions showing through like shadows. A gray-green undertone peeks out in places, which gives the color a layered, aged depth. The design is subtle, so the texture and tone do most of the talking. The dense pile is pet and kid friendly and wears evenly. Routine vacuuming on a gentle setting keeps the pile clean and even. Gold and copper pair easily with cream, brown and soft blue-gray. A transitional area rug with a warm, faded look, it suits anyone who likes quiet color with depth.
- Exact Size: 8x10'1"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Brown, Gold
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21830
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.