{"product_id":"blue-handknotted-newzealandwool-lbr21409","title":"LoomBloom Blue Light Gold 8'2''x9'7'' Tibetan Traditional Arts \u0026 Crafts New Zealand Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug","description":"Blending traditional tribal iconography with an Arts \u0026amp; Crafts sensibility, this hand-knotted rug carries a relaxed, artistic feel across its pale blue field. Floating motifs in light gold, soft blush, aqua, and earthy brown drift throughout the design, encircled by detailed floral and diamond borders. Premium New Zealand wool is hand-tied into a plush weave that delivers luxurious softness underfoot while naturally standing up to everyday spills and pet activity. With its artistic tribal motifs and soft, serene palette, this rug becomes a welcoming anchor in living rooms and bedrooms alike. Note: This rug was photographed under studio lighting, which means the colors on screen may appear a little more vibrant than they do in person. We'd recommend watching the video below for a truer sense of the palette.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 8'2\"x9'7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Kalaty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: New Zealand Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Blue, Light Gold, Blush, Aqua, Brown, Green, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: LBR21409\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory Behind the Art: Tibetan rugs emerged from a long tradition in which weaving served both daily function and decorative expression. Historic patterns often combined symbolic geometry, stylized animals, mythical imagery, flowering branches, and motifs drawn from the Himalayan landscape. The tradition changed significantly during the second half of the 20th century as Tibetan weaving communities expanded into Nepal and India, where local craftspeople worked alongside Tibetan artisans and helped sustain the techniques for new generations. One of the most distinctive features is the Tibetan knot, a specialized loop-and-cut method that creates a dense, tactile pile with notable depth and softness. As the craft reached international markets, its visual language broadened considerably. Modern Tibetan, Nepalese, and Indo-Tibetan rugs now range from traditional symbolic compositions to simplified botanicals, architectural geometry, abstract patterning, and contemporary free-form designs, preserving a recognizable technical heritage while adapting naturally to changing interior styles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Loombloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55608002281763,"sku":"LBR21409","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/1635\/5875\/files\/A21409_20shopify_20lbr.jpg?v=1789644813","url":"https:\/\/loombloomrugs.com\/products\/blue-handknotted-newzealandwool-lbr21409","provider":"loomBloom Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}