Before you is a hand-knotted Sherpa rug made from wool and bamboo silk in pale gray with soft blue and rust-orange flowers. The floral sprays and a wide border are drawn in a loose, faded way, as if the color had been washed into the surface. Pale blue and copper accents catch the eye without crowding the soft gray ground. The bamboo silk adds a gentle sheen to the pile, and the surface feels soft and lightly textured. It is best suited to gentle everyday use, and vacuuming on a low setting without a beater bar keeps it fresh. Gray, blue and rust pair easily with cream, white and warm woods. A modern area rug with a vintage-style design, it suits anyone who wants soft color with character.
- Exact Size: 8'10"x11'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool & Bamboo Silk
- Color: Gray, Aqua, Brown, Lavender, Blue
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21803
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.