Bringing an expressive abstract look to traditional modern rug design, this hand-knotted rug blends soft neutral tones with cool accent hues. The layout features a layered blend of aqua blue, caramel, gray, and ivory highlights over a rich brown background. Crafted from a premium combination of wool and bamboo silk, the fibers shimmer gently as light shifts across the room. Its dense hand-knotted construction provides comfortable cushioning underfoot while maintaining lasting durability.
- Exact Size: 6'2"x8'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool & Bamboo Silk
- Color: Gray, Ivory, Aqua, Caramel, Brown, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.3 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21719
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.