{"product_id":"gray-handknotted-wool-bamboosilk-cl22075","title":"Celeste Rugs 8'2\"x9'6\" Hand Knotted Modern Tibetan Gray, Ivory Wool \u0026 Bamboo Silk Area Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eOval rings overlap in a modern lattice on this hand-knotted wool and bamboo silk Tibetan rug. The rug features silver gray and black rings across a taupe-brown ground, with the dark rings fading into lighter ones. Bamboo silk highlights shine against the matte wool, and the textured pile has a soft hand. A modern Tibetan rug with a subtle gleam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividually 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted from a blend of wool and bamboo silk, chosen for the way the silk fibers catch light against the wool's grounded texture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 preserve the sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 8'2\"x9'6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool \u0026amp; Bamboo Silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Gray, Ivory, Beige, Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.6 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: CL22075\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStory Behind the Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celeste Rugs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67948603572539,"sku":"CL22075","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/2086\/9435\/files\/A22075.jpg?v=1794492611","url":"https:\/\/celesterugs.com\/products\/gray-handknotted-wool-bamboosilk-cl22075","provider":"Celeste Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}