Oriental Rug of Houston Hand Knotted Michaelian & Kohlberg Green Tibetan Wool Modern Area Rug
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This is a beautiful Green, Gold, Orange Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug 100% Wool. Its elegant style is easy to decorate with and perfect for living room, dining room, bedroom or anywhere in the residence or office. Story Behind the Art: Tibetan rug weaving has a rich history spanning centuries, serving both utilitarian and aesthetic purposes. It has drawn inspiration from geometric patterns, auspicious symbols, real and mythical creatures, and elements of the natural world to craft intricate and colorful designs. However, the pivotal turning point for Tibetan rug weaving came after 1959, when Tibet was invaded by China and a Tibetan diaspora emerged in Nepal and Tibet. This event triggered a significant commercial revival for Tibetan rugs. In the 1970s, Tibetan rugs gained international recognition, with Nepalese artisans stepping in to meet the escalating demand and becoming key contributors to the preservation of Tibetan weaving traditions. Unlike many Asian rugs that use Turkish or Persian knots to create pile depth, Tibetan rugs employ a unique slit-loop technique called the Tibetan knot. These rugs are woven by continuously wrapping yarn over a rod placed horizontally across the stretched warps on a loom. Once the rod is fully wrapped, a knife is expertly maneuvered along it, cutting the wrapped yarn into two rows of pile tufts. This results in a pile that exudes a delightful mix of depth, texture, and opulence. Traditional Tibetan rug motifs predominantly reflect the profound influence of Buddhism on Tibetan art and culture. Alongside these motifs, elements of Chinese origin, such as the phoenix, dragon, and lotus symbols, have been incorporated into the rug repertoire of the region. In modern times, Tibetan and Nepalese rugs, including those woven by Tibetan refugees in Nepal, and Indo-Tibetan rugs from India, showcase a wide array of designs. These range from Westernized adaptations of traditional Tibetan motifs like branching floral designs and snow lions to a diverse fusion of foreign and contemporary free-form patterns, reflecting the evolving and dynamic nature of Tibetan rug weaving.
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