Our hand-loomed Tibetan rug is made from wool and bamboo silk and sets slate blue and copper caramel scrolls against a deep charcoal ground. The scrolls are drawn in mirrored pairs that repeat in tidy rows, which gives the design the soft, blurred edges of an ikat. Small caramel flecks between the curls keep the dark field from feeling flat, and the bamboo silk adds a gentle shimmer that shifts with the light. The pile is soft and even underfoot, and silk shows wear and pressure more than pure wool, so this rug is best for gentle everyday use. Vacuum on a low setting without a beater bar and blot spills quickly to keep the sheen bright. Slate blue and caramel pair easily with both neutral and warm colors. A transitional area rug with a dark, graphic palette, it suits anyone who wants depth without a busy pattern.
- Exact Size: 10x13'10"
- Weave: Hand Loomed Rug
- Yarn: Wool & Bamboo Silk
- Color: Charcoal, Tan, Aqua, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21756
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.