Celeste Rugs 6'x8'9" Hand Knotted Modern Tibetan Beige, Tan Wool Area Rug
CL21888
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A soft, springy pile defines this hand-knotted Tibetan wool rug. Seen here is a heathered beige and tan field with a gently striated surface, created by blending light and dark yarns in each row. The Tibetan knotting method produces a dense pile with a faint ribbed feel that you notice more by touch than by sight. Wool's natural lanolin gives the surface a subtle sheen and helps it resist spills, so this Tibetan rug lets texture carry the design.
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 wool, selected for its resilience and its ability to hold rich color and definition across the pattern.
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 keep the pile looking its best.
- Exact Size: 6x8'9"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Beige, Tan, Brown, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: CL21888
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.