Celeste Rugs 7'11"x9'10" Hand Knotted Modern Tibetan Sherpa Blue, Red Bamboo Silk Area Rug

This hand-knotted bamboo silk Tibetan Sherpa rug looks like an old garden carpet worn by time, with brick red and navy breaking through a taupe center. Showcased here are ice blue and cream flowers that peek out of the color, with a border that looks gently eroded. The red and navy gather near the edges while the taupe opens up in the middle, which gives the design a layered, painterly feel. A smooth, glossy bamboo silk pile shifts in the light on this modern Tibetan Sherpa rug.

Individually woven by skilled artisans, each rug is a truly one-of-a-kind piece. This authentic craftsmanship results in a distinct work of art built to last for generations. 

Construction: Hand-knotted from pure bamboo silk, selected for its natural luster and the multi-dimensional sheen it brings to the pile.

Care & Maintenance: Vacuum regularly using suction only, avoiding a rotating beater bar. Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth, and rotate the rug periodically to distribute wear evenly. Professional cleaning is recommended to protect the silk fibers' sheen.

• Exact Size: 7'11"x9'10"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Bamboo Silk
• Color: Blue, Red, Gold, Gray
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL21775

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.