Thick, soft and full of depth, this hand-knotted wool rug shows off the distinctive feel of Tibetan weaving. Seen here is a solid red field ringed by a black border of aqua and peach cloud scrolls and rosettes. In the Tibetan method, yarn is looped around a rod and then cut, which creates a dense, plush pile with a subtly ribbed texture. The striated shading across the field comes from blending hand-dyed yarns and adds movement to the plain center. It's a handmade modern rug that feels as good underfoot as it looks.
- Exact Size: 6'1"x9'1"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Red, Black, Aqua, Ivory, Peach, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 1 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21887
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.