{"product_id":"gray-handknotted-wool-cl21455","title":"Celeste Rugs 9'1''x11'2'' Hand Knotted Transitional Tibetan Damask Gray Taupe Wool Area Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring gentle character to your living room or open-plan space with the weathered grace of a hand-knotted transitional Tibetan area rug. Gray, slate, taupe, and soft ivory move across a repeating baroque damask lattice that deepens and fades naturally over the surface. The dense wool cut pile provides a soft, comfortable footing and holds up well to pets, children, and steady traffic. Pairing well with modern neutrals or classic pieces, this rug adds quiet pattern, tonal depth, and easy, everyday elegance.\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\u003eConstruction: Hand-knotted from wool, selected for its softness and its ability to hold the tonal variation seen across the medallion and border. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare \u0026amp; 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 across the central medallion. Professional cleaning is recommended to keep the palette looking rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 9'1\"x11'2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Gray, Taupe, Slate\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#: CL21455\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStory 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celeste Rugs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51742398218555,"sku":"CL21455","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/2086\/9435\/files\/A21455_20shopify_20cl.jpg?v=1790161885","url":"https:\/\/celesterugs.com\/products\/gray-handknotted-wool-cl21455","provider":"Celeste Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}