Celeste Rugs 9'8" x 13'8" Hand Knotted Premium Tibetan Transitional High Sheen Tan and Olive New Zealand Wool Area Rug

Tibetan looms are known for a dense, tactile pile, and this hand-knotted rug carries that signature texture along with a high sheen finish that gives the surface a soft glow. From a distance the pattern reads as a checkerboard, but a closer look reveals it breaking into a field of small diamonds in tan, olive, and gold, held together by a warm beige border. Hand-knotted from New Zealand wool onto a cotton foundation, each knot is tied individually, which means no two rugs from this line come out quite the same, and the wool itself is chosen for how well it holds color and sheen over decades of use.

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 New Zealand wool onto a cotton foundation, prized for its durability and its ability to hold rich color and sheen over years of use.

Care & Maintenance: Vacuum regularly using suction only, avoiding a rotating beater bar that could flatten the pile's sheen. Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth, and rotate the rug periodically to promote even wear and preserve its natural glow. Professional cleaning is recommended to maintain the wool's luster over time. 

• Exact Size: 9'8"x13'8"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: New Zealand Wool
• Color: Tan, Olive, Green, Gold, Gray
• Origin: Nepal
• Pile Height: 0.6 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL20867

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.