{"product_id":"blue-handknotted-newzealandwool-aor21409","title":"8'2''x9'7'' Hand Knotted New Zealand Wool Blue, Light Gold Tibetan Traditional Arts \u0026 Crafts Rug","description":"Fusing traditional tribal iconography with an Arts \u0026amp; Crafts sensibility, this 8'2\" x 9'7\" hand-knotted rug brings relaxed, artistic character to living spaces. Floating motifs in light gold, soft blush, aqua, and earthy brown drift across a serene pale blue background, encircled by detailed floral and diamond borders. Hand-tied from premium New Zealand wool, its plush weave delivers luxurious softness underfoot while naturally protecting against everyday spills and pet activity, making it a welcoming anchor for living rooms or bedrooms.\n\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#: AOR21409\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory Behind the Art :For centuries, Tibetans have woven rugs for both functional and decorative purposes, drawing inspiration from geometric motifs, auspicious symbols, mythical creatures, and natural imagery to create designs rich in color and meaning. The craft underwent a pivotal transformation after 1959 as the Tibetan diaspora spread across Nepal and India, sparking a commercial revival of rug weaving. By the 1970s, Tibetan rugs had gained international prominence, with Nepalese artisans—trained alongside Tibetan refugees—becoming central to sustaining and evolving the tradition. Distinctive for their unique slit-loop technique known as the Tibetan knot, these rugs possess a pile of remarkable depth, texture, and softness. Today, Tibetan, Nepalese, and Indo-Tibetan rugs range from reimagined traditional motifs, such as branching florals and snow lions, to modern, free-form patterns that bridge heritage with contemporary design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Oriental Rug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52527492301020,"sku":"AOR21409","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1996\/6684\/files\/A21409_20shopify_20aor.jpg?v=1789644652","url":"https:\/\/americanorientalrug.com\/products\/blue-handknotted-newzealandwool-aor21409","provider":"americanorientalrug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}