Oriental Rug of Houston Hand Knotted Trellis Brown Floral Wool & Silk Traditional Area Rug
Description
This is a beautiful hand knotted Wool & Silk Tibetan rug from Nepal. The wool not only adds to rug's durability, but also provides dirt repelling quality and thermal insulation. The silk, on the other hand, gives a unique sheen to the rug. It rejects heavy ornamentation in favor of simplicity and contained elegance. The rug's trellis pattern only adds to the rug's appeal. Story Behind the Art: The invasion of Tibet by China in 1959 led to a diaspora of Tibetans, sparking a resurgence in the craft of rug weaving. The rugs, which had been both decorative and functional for generations, saw a newfound importance in the face of displacement. This period ushered in a crucial commercial revival for Tibetan rug weaving, notably in Nepal, where artisans from the region contributed significantly to the craft's renaissance.
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