8x10 Hand Loomed Wool & Bamboo Silk Gray, Moss Tibetan Transitional Damask Rug

Muted moss green and dark slate gray tones highlight the intricate damask scrollwork in this hand-loomed transitional rug. Woven using wool and silky bamboo fibers, the cut pile surface provides a luxurious, soft cushion underfoot alongside an eye-catching sheen that shifts under natural light. The subtle sheen and balanced floral geometry create a quiet, luxurious backdrop for dark wood or light tiled flooring alike. Simple to care for and designed for daily family life, it brings timeless style and resilient strength to any living space.

• Exact Size: 8x10
• Brand: Kalaty
• Weave: Hand Loomed Rug
• Yarn: Wool & Bamboo Silk
• Color: Gray, Moss
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.6 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21442

Story 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.