8x10 Brown Hand Knotted Tibetan Wool and Silk Designer Traditional Oriental Area Rug

This is a beautiful Brown, Beige Hand Knotted wool & silk rug from Nepal. The wool not only adds to rug's durability, but also provides dirt repelling quality and thermal insulation. The silk, on the other hand, gives a unique sheen to the rug. The rug has a designer look with its ribbed texture and is versatile to suit a variety of decor styles. Exact Size: 8'2''x10'1'' Weave: Hand Knotted Rug Yarn: Wool and Silk Color: Brown, Beige Origin: Nepal Pile Height: 0.5 inch Condition: New Condition Description: New with tag Rug#: ORH18423 Story Behind the Art: For centuries Tibetans have used rugs for decorative and functional purposes, drawing upon geometric patterns, auspicious symbols, real and mythical animals, and natural imagery to create beautiful, colorful designs. But it was only after 1959 with the Chinese invasion of Tibet and the growth of Tibetan diaspora in Nepal and Tibet that Tibetan rug weaving underwent a crucial commercial revival. In the 1970s, Tibetan rugs rose to