Hand Knotted Textured Gray Tibetan 100% Wool Modern Oriental Area Rug - 8' 1'' x 10'
Hand Knotted Textured Gray Tibetan 100% Wool Modern Oriental Area Rug - 8' 1'' x 10'
Story Behind the Art: For centuries Tibetans have used rugs for decorative and functional purposes, drawing upon geometric patterns, auspicious symbols, real and mythical animals, and natural imagery to create beautiful, colorful designs. But it was only after 1959 with the Chinese invasion of Tibet and the growth of Tibetan diaspora in Nepal and Tibet that Tibetan rug weaving underwent a crucial commercial revival. In the 1970s, Tibetan rugs rose to prominence and Nepalese artisans, who were drafted in to keep up with the rising demand, became the mainstay of the Tibetan rug weaving traditions. Tibetan rug utilizes a slit-loop technique called the Tibetan knot which makes for a pile that is a wonderful mix of depth, texture and richness. In modern times, designs featured in Tibetan, Nepalese rugs (those woven by Tibetan refugees in Nepal) and Indo-Tibetans (woven in India) range from Westernized adaptations of traditional Tibetan motifs (such as branching floral designs and snow lions) to a large mixture of foreign and modern free-form patterns.
Disclaimers & Disclosures:
Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces. All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. We try to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.
- Shape
- Rectangle
- Pile Height
- 0.25 - 0.5 inch
- Color
- Grey, Silver
- Dimensions
- 120.0 In. L X 97.0 In. W
- Material
- Wool
- Model Number
- OST18141
- Feature
- Latex Free
- Product Features
- Handmade, Washable
- Commercial
- Yes
- Rugs by Room
- Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room
- Rug Type
- Indoor
- Weave Type
- Hand-Knotted
- Style
- Modern & Contemporary
- Country of Origin
- India