Teal 4x6 Tibetan Classic European Tufenkian Swiss Wash Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Elegant yet effortlessly livable, this 4x6 hand knotted wool rug presents a thoughtful balance of heritage craftsmanship and refined color harmony. Woven in the Tibetan tradition using high-quality wool pile on a cotton foundation, the rug features a classic European-inspired layout defined by a tranquil teal field surrounded by a flowing floral border. Accents of navy, blush, mint, and soft peach add layered dimension, allowing the rug to complement both traditional and contemporary interiors with ease. The border unfolds in a continuous vine-like arrangement, with gently stylized blossoms and leaves rendered in a restrained, painterly manner that gives the rug the appearance of a decorative textile rather than a purely functional floor covering. An intentionally open central field enhances spatial clarity, making the rug adaptable as both a grounding element and visual focal point. Finished with a Swiss wash, the wool is softened and the colors subtly mellowed, resulting in a surface that feels refined, comfortable, and enduringly elegant.

• Exact Size: 4x6
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Teal, Navy, Blush, Mint, Peach, Multi
• Origin: Nepal
• Pile Height: 0.6 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20339

Story Behind the Art : Tibetan rug weaving has long served both practical and symbolic roles, with designs shaped by spiritual beliefs, natural landscapes, and cultural storytelling. Traditional patterns often incorporate sacred geometry, protective emblems, mythological figures, and organic forms, all expressed through rich color and tactile depth. After 1959, the displacement of Tibetan communities into Nepal and India marked a turning point, transforming rug making from a domestic craft into a thriving commercial art form. By the 1970s, Tibetan rugs had entered the global market, supported largely by Nepalese artisans who trained alongside Tibetan refugees and helped preserve the technique. These rugs are distinguished by the Tibetan knot, a unique slit-loop construction that creates exceptional pile density, softness, and texture. Today’s Tibetan and Indo-Tibetan rugs span a wide spectrum, from traditional floral and symbolic imagery to contemporary abstract compositions that reinterpret heritage through a modern design lens.