Celeste Rugs 8' x 9'10" Hand Knotted Tibetan Arts and Crafts Plush Pile Michaelian and Kohlberg Beige and Slate Wool Area Rug
CL20904
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Stylized botanical motifs bring an early 20th-century Arts and Crafts sensibility to this hand-knotted Tibetan rug, hand-spun from soft wool in warm beige, slate blue, and rust tones. The pile has real plushness underfoot, giving the piece an artisanal character that sits comfortably in both period and contemporary rooms.
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 hand-spun wool, chosen for the natural softness and plush feel it brings to the Arts and Crafts botanical motifs.
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 promote even wear. Professional cleaning is recommended to preserve the pile's softness.
- Exact Size: 8x9'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Beige, Slate, Rust, Taupe, Brown, Caramel, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.75 inch
- Condition:
- Condition Description: New with Tag
- Rug#: CL20904
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 artisansÑtrained alongside Tibetan refugeesÑbecoming 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.