{"product_id":"burntorange-handknotted-wool-orh21380","title":"8x9'9'' Hand Knotted Wool Burnt Orange, Aqua Tibetan Traditional Arts \u0026 Crafts Plush Pile Rug","description":"Rooted in the distinctive Arts \u0026amp; Crafts traditions of Tibetan weaving, this hand-knotted treasure is expertly crafted with a thick wool cut pile anchored to a strong cotton foundation. It subtly enriches your floors, bringing an inviting depth, rich texture, and a plush softness underfoot that makes your home feel instantly cozier. The rug features a stylized, repeating botanical pattern framed by a geometric chevron border, rendered in a bold palette of burnt orange, aqua, slate gray, and muted gold. It’s a captivating statement piece that effortlessly brings artistic character and warmth to your room.\n*Note: This rug was photographed under studio lighting, which means the colors on screen may appear a little more vibrant than they do in person. We'd recommend watching the video below for a truer sense of the palette.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 8x9'9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Kalaty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Burnt Orange, Aqua, Gray, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.75 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: ORH21380\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oriental Rug Of Houston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53711716352293,"sku":"ORH21380","price":1499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1141\/7716\/files\/A21380_20shopify_20orh.jpg?v=1788165830","url":"https:\/\/orientalrugofhouston.com\/products\/burntorange-handknotted-wool-orh21380","provider":"Oriental Rug Of Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}