Aqua Ivory 6x9 Traditional Tibetan 200 KPSI Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Soft sea-glass tones meet delicate geometry in this Aqua Ivory traditional Tibetan Oriental area rug, a hand knotted wool piece woven at 200 KPSI. The ground drifts from pale ice blue into deeper aqua, while lace linework in cream and ivory traces a repeating grid of star rosettes and floral roundels, with slate and gray accents adding quiet definition. Gentle multi-tonal abrash shifts ripple across the surface, so the pattern feels open and airy, echoing tilework geometry without ever looking crowded. Every knot is tied by hand from pure wool yarn over a sturdy cotton core, a method rooted in Himalayan knotting traditions that produces a soft, resilient pile made for daily life. The wool is naturally stain resistant, so spills and footprints wipe away with little fuss, which makes this a welcoming choice for households with children and pets. Lay it beneath a living room seating group, beside a bedroom bed, under a dining table, or inside an entryway or home office where a calm coastal mood is wanted. Bring home a handmade rug that lets any room breathe, and enjoy a traditional design that never feels heavy.

• Exact Size: 6x9
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Aqua, Ivory, Gray
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21917
• Kpsi: 200

Story Behind the Art: Tibetan rug weaving reflects a centuries-old tradition in which textiles served both practical and decorative roles. Historic designs drew inspiration from geometric forms, symbolic imagery, mythical creatures, floral elements, and patterns found in the natural world. The tradition entered an important new chapter after 1959, when Tibetan weaving communities expanded into Nepal and India and the craft developed for a broader international market. By the 1970s, Tibetan-style rugs had become increasingly recognized worldwide, with Nepalese artisans playing an important role in preserving and developing established weaving methods. A defining characteristic is the Tibetan knot, a distinctive slit-loop technique used to create a substantial pile with noticeable depth, softness, and texture. Contemporary Tibetan, Nepalese, and Indo-Tibetan rugs continue this design heritage through everything from branching florals and symbolic animal motifs to geometric compositions and free-form modern patterns, allowing traditional craftsmanship to adapt naturally to contemporary interiors.