Celeste Rugs 7'9''x11'3'' Hand Knotted Tomato Persian Boteh Traditional Pictorial low pile Red Wool Oriental Area Rug
CL19968
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This beautifully hand-knotted LoomBloom Tibetan rug reflects a deep lineage of Himalayan craftsmanship, blending meaningful cultural motifs with long-lasting construction. Crafted in India using the distinctive Tibetan knot (slit-loop) technique, the rug features a deep, luxurious pile known for its remarkable softness and tactile richness. Its design draws inspiration from centuries of Tibetan symbolism—sacred forms, bold geometrics, mythical creatures, and natural imagery that have defined the region’s weaving identity. Following the Tibetan diaspora after 1959, these techniques flourished in Nepal and India, giving rise to globally celebrated artisan workshops by the 1970s. Today’s Tibetan and Indo-Tibetan rugs fuse tradition with contemporary aesthetics, offering both artistic expression and practical durability. This piece is ideal for homeowners and designers seeking a luxury wool rug that marries cultural heritage with modern, upscale interior styling.
- Exact Size: 7'9"x11'3"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Tomato Red, Beige, Aqua, Brown, Blue, Multi
- Origin: Iran
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: Vintage
- Condition Description: Vintage in excellent condition
- Rug#: CL19968
Story Behind the Art: For centuries, Tibetan rug weaving has blended spiritual symbolism with everyday function, incorporating motifs inspired by sacred imagery, bold geometrics, mythical animals, and elements of nature. After 1959, as Tibetan artisans resettled across Nepal and India, their weaving traditions underwent a transformative revival, leading to a global resurgence of recognition by the 1970s. Distinctive for the Tibetan knot—also known as the slit-loop technique—these rugs develop a deep, cushion-like pile with remarkable softness and volume. Modern Tibetan, Nepalese, and Indo-Tibetan rugs now span a diverse design spectrum, ranging from reinterpretations of classical symbols such as lotus flowers and snow lions to contemporary artistic patterns. This fusion of heritage and innovation gives Tibetan rugs a unique presence valued in today’s luxury décor and collector markets.