Celeste Rugs 7'10"x9'10" Hand Knotted Modern Tibetan Sherpa Taupe, Gray Bamboo Silk Area Rug
CL21737
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Modern design and hand-crafted detail show in the subtle abstract geometric overlay of this bamboo silk rug. The rug features warm gold, muted gray, and earthy taupe tones across a plush, hand-knotted pile. Bamboo silk gives the surface an exceptionally soft feel underfoot and a gentle shine, while the knotted construction keeps its everyday resilience. This modern Tibetan Sherpa rug adds artistic depth with a subtle sheen.
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 pure bamboo silk, selected for its natural luster and the multi-dimensional sheen it brings to the pile.
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 protect the silk fibers' sheen.
- Exact Size: 7'10"x9'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Bamboo Silk
- Color: Taupe, Gray, Gold
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: CL21737
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.