- Exact Size: 4'8"x6'7"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Taupe, Brown, Mint
- Origin: Nepal
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: CL20344
Story Behind the Art: honors the centuries-old Tibetan weaving tradition, where rugs were created for both everyday function and symbolic storytelling. Designs historically incorporated geometric patterns, auspicious motifs, mythical creatures, and natural imagery, reflecting cultural beliefs and artistic expression. A major transformation occurred after 1959 when Tibetan artisans relocated to Nepal and India. This diaspora sparked a commercial revival that elevated Tibetan rugs to international prominence by the 1970s. Nepalese craftsmen trained alongside Tibetan weavers, sustaining the craft while adapting it for global markets seeking “hand knotted Tibetan wool rug” and “luxury thick pile area rug.” Distinctive for their slit-loop construction known as the Tibetan knot, these rugs produce exceptional pile depth, texture, and softness. Today’s Tibetan, Nepalese, and Indo-Tibetan rugs range from traditional branching florals and symbolic motifs to contemporary abstract compositions that bridge heritage craftsmanship with modern interior design trends.