Celeste Rugs 6'2"x9'9" Hand Knotted Modern Tibetan Sherpa Gray, Taupe Wool Area Rug
CL21831
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Pixelated flecks of blue, apricot, coral red and cream scatter across a soft gray ground like confetti on this hand-knotted wool Tibetan Sherpa rug. The rug features loose clouds of color that gather in places, with deeper blues and charcoal shaping the edges. Up close, the surface has a gently textured, brushed-paint look. Soft and layered underfoot, this modern Tibetan Sherpa rug adds playful color to a neutral base.
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: 6'2"x9'9"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Gray, Taupe, Aqua, Green, Orange, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: CL21831
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.
