This 8x10 hand-knotted Tibetan rug, woven using a refined blend of wool and pure silk, illustrates the balance between disciplined materials, geometric structuring, and modern color theory found in luxury contemporary rugs. Crafted in India on a cotton foundation with a medium 0.50-inch pile, the rug features an orderly sequence of raspberry, rust, moss, gold, red, brown, and pink color blocks, each anchored by silk accents that define crisp visual boundaries. The rug’s structured geometry provides rhythmic movement without overwhelming the space, making it ideal for living rooms, offices, and large dining spaces where contemporary elegance is desired. The wool base ensures durability, while pure silk enhances sophistication—perfect for buyers seeking high-end Tibetan designer rugs with modern symmetry and warm, curated tones.
- Exact Size: 8x10
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool & Pure Silk
- Color: Raspberry, Rust, Moss, Brown, Red, Gold, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tag
- Rug#: LBR20177
Story Behind the Art: Tibetan weaving has evolved over centuries, integrating sacred symbolism, geometry, mythical motifs, and natural forms into its visual identity. After the Tibetan diaspora spread into Nepal and India in , the craft underwent a revitalization as refugees re-established weaving centers. By the s, Nepal became a global hub for Tibetan-style rugs. Their signature technique—the Tibetan knot—distinguishes them from Persian and Turkish rugs: continuous yarns are looped around a rod and cut to yield thick, luxurious piles with deep texture. Designs draw from Buddhist imagery, organic elements, dragons, phoenixes, and us icons, with modern Nepalese and Indo-Tibetan artisans reimagining these traditions into contemporary abstract compositions. These reinterpretations appeal strongly to U.S. consumers searching for modern Tibetan wool rugs, premium handmade area rugs, and artisanal contemporary carpets.
