Mocha Gold 9'10''x14'1'' Transitional Tibetan Hand Knotted Wool Bamboo Silk Oriental Area Rug

This hand-knotted rug combines wool and bamboo silk for a piece that celebrates color, texture, and craftsmanship in equal measure. A deep mocha and brown ground sets off glowing gold, beige, and soft aqua medallions for striking contrast. The plush cut pile feels soft underfoot yet holds up well to everyday life, giving the room a relaxed, luxurious feel. Generously scaled for larger interiors, it's a unique textile piece that adds instant depth, warmth, and lasting beauty to the floor.

• Exact Size: 9'10"x14'1"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool & Bamboo Silk
• Color: Mocha, Gold, Beige, Aqua, Taupe, Sage, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.6 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21491

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.