{"product_id":"taupe-handloomed-bamboosilk-orh21683","title":"6x8'9'' Hand Loomed Bamboo Silk Arts \u0026 Crafts Rug Taupe Brown Traditional Sherpa","description":"Traditional oriental pattern design gets a fresh modern aesthetic with this hand-loomed Arts and Crafts area rug. It features intricate classical motifs weave over a soft field of silver gray brown and cream punctuated by subtle jewel-toned accents. Hand-loomed from pure bamboo silk the low pile carries a velvety texture and a subtle sheen that shifts gracefully in natural light. A piece like this gives your home an antique-inspired feel while maintaining exceptional daily durability. It offers an elegant anchor that ties transitional and traditional decor together in seamless style.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 6x8'9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Loomed Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Bamboo Silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Taupe, Brown, Orange, Gold, Turquoise, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: ORH21683\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":54060327665957,"sku":"ORH21683","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1141\/7716\/files\/A21683.jpg?v=1791968817","url":"https:\/\/orientalrugofhouston.com\/products\/taupe-handloomed-bamboosilk-orh21683","provider":"Oriental Rug Of Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}