Celeste Rugs 10'x13'8" Hand Knotted Transitional Tibetan Silver, Gray Wool Area Rug

Complete your living room or bedroom with the timeless damask geometry and serene cool tones of this hand-knotted Tibetan wool carpet, where a soft gray and taupe backdrop creates an inviting texture for intricate floral lattice work in silver and blue accents. Exceptionally soft underfoot and masterfully woven for lasting enjoyment, its plush cut pile creates a cozy, polished feel throughout the room. Durable and easy to maintain, this hand-knotted wool area rug is a practical, elegant choice for a household's everyday routine.

• Exact Size: 10x13'8"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Silver, Gray, Blue, Taupe
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL21554

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.