Celeste Rugs 2'7" x 9'7" Runner Hand Knotted Tibetan Modern and Contemporary Gold and Brown New Zealand Wool Area Rug

A contemporary block pattern runs the length of this hand-knotted Tibetan runner, pairing warm gold and deep brown with earthy olive green, soft gray, peach, and small pops of rose red. Hand-woven from premium New Zealand wool, the plush pile feels soft underfoot while giving a hallway or entryway a clear, modern visual path, a departure from the more traditional motifs Tibetan rugs are often known for.

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-woven from premium New Zealand wool, with a plush pile chosen for both softness underfoot and durability along a well-traveled runner.

Care & Maintenance: Vacuum regularly using suction only, avoiding a rotating beater bar. Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth, and rotate the rug end to end periodically, since runners in hallways tend to wear unevenly along their length. Professional cleaning is recommended to keep the block pattern looking crisp.

• Exact Size: 2'7"x9'7"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: New Zealand Wool
• Color: Gold, Brown, Rose, Peach, Gray, Olive, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL20879

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.