Authentic Hand Made Tibetan Rugs

Tibetan rugs are unique handmade carpets designed by skilled artists, woven and hand knotted on vertical looms. Nomadic artisans from Asia have been weaving authentic Tibetan rug patterns from naturally dyed wool, cotton, jute and silk fibers for years. Find Himalayan floral or medallion motifs and geometric or abstract symbols in the traditional Buddhist culture of Tibet and Nepal.

The muted accents and colors of handspun yarn and vegetable dyes are characteristic of authentic tribal rugs. Tibetans have been handcrafting these collectors items for centuries as for bedding, saddle blankets and meditation mats or prayer rugs. Small sizes are common though large 8'x10' and 9'x12' rugs can be purchased with or without a border.

The texture of thick, dense pile of a Tibetan area rug is a distinctive contrast to the high tech look of glass and steel furniture of retro decor. Because of their popularity around the world, online shops provide virtual showrooms that display collections of both contemporary and traditional fashion.

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The price of featured area rugs will reflect their size and the labor intensive manufacturing techniques as well as the use of the finest quality products. As with other Oriental styles, the number of knots per square inch is a good indication of the value. Three knot densities are available: 60, 80 and 100.

European merchants began purchasing decorative Tibetan rugs in the 1970s. American importers soon noticed the beauty of these lustrous hand tufted rugs and introduced them to the US market.

A combination of modern design and ancient technique gives a beautiful end product for home floor coverings. Invest in collector pieces that not only offer original designs but contribute to the welfare of local Tibetan families who ply their craft with care and generations of tradition.

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