Celeste Rugs 8'2''x10'2'' Hand Knotted Tibetan Transitional Tan, Charcoal Wool Area Rug

Charcoal crosses and stepped medallions interlock across a warm tan ground, each shape filled with small stylized blossoms and curling tendrils in ivory. Two colors carry the whole design, which gives it the punch of a printed textile from across the room and the hand-drawn detail of a knotted rug up close. Tibetan knotting brings a dense, plush pile and a light natural sheen to the wool. It is a graphic rug that still sits quietly, which is a difficult balance to strike.

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.

Care Vacuum regularly without a beater bar, as a plush Tibetan pile responds better to suction alone. Rotate once a year, and blot spills on the tan ground promptly.

Construction Hand-knotted in wool using the Tibetan technique, which produces a deep, even pile and holds crisp edges on geometric drawing like the crosses and stepped medallions here.

• Exact Size: 8'2"x10'2"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Tan, Charcoal
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL21327

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 artisansÑtrained alongside Tibetan refugeesÑbecoming 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.