{"product_id":"hand-knotted-tibetan-khaden-rug-geometric-endless-knot-medallion-pattern","title":"Hand-Knotted Tibetan Khaden Rug | Geometric Endless Knot Medallion Pattern","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis antique Tibetan Khaden presents a striking and rhythmically ordered composition, likely dating to the late 19th–early 20th century, a period when village and workshop weavings retained a powerful graphic clarity and symbolic intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHand-knotted in hand-spun Himalayan wool, the surface reveals the characteristic resilience and soft sheen imparted by its natural lanolin content. The field, rendered in a deep, almost nocturnal indigo-black tone, creates a contemplative ground—both visually grounding and spiritually suggestive of depth, vastness, and introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAcross this dark field unfolds a disciplined grid of repeating roundels, each enclosing the stylised “Shou” (longevity) symbol. These motifs, arranged in orderly vertical and horizontal alignment, form a lattice of auspicious meaning. In Tibetan and Sino-Tibetan decorative language, such repetition is intentional: it multiplies the blessing, invoking long life, continuity, and enduring harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe roundels are articulated in a lively yet balanced palette—soft ivory, muted saffron, coral red, and shades of turquoise and teal—each colour gently contrasting against the dark ground. Their alternating tones introduce a subtle visual cadence, preventing monotony while preserving symmetry and calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBetween the rows, small, paired motifs—resembling butterflies or stylised floral emblems—add delicate punctuation. These elements may be read as symbols of transformation, renewal, and the fleeting beauty of existence, offering a poetic counterpoint to the permanence suggested by the longevity symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe border frames the composition with quiet authority: a narrow inner guard in pale tones, followed by a broader outer band in warm rust-red. This framing device anchors the design and enhances the chromatic dialogue between the luminous motifs and the deep field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat distinguishes this Khaden is the strength of its graphic layout combined with a restrained yet expressive palette. The repetition of the Shou motif across a dark field creates a powerful visual presence—both decorative and meditative. The slight irregularities in drawing and spacing speak to its hand-crafted origin, lending the piece authenticity and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is a rug that balances symbolism and design with confidence—an object equally suited to a monastic or domestic interior, carrying with it a quiet but enduring message of longevity and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Late 1900s-early 20th century\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very well preserved with no major repair\u003cbr\u003eColours (9): Deep indigo \/ ivory — soft cream — soft white \/ muted saffron \/ golden ochre \/ coral red — coral \/ turquoise \/ teal blue \/ touches of pale blue \/ warm rust-red (abrash throughout)\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 80 cm x 150 cm (31.5 in x 59.1 in)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pino De Giosa Art Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43746927902785,"sku":"40-04-04","price":0.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/4782\/2145\/files\/hand-knotted-tibetan-khaden-rug-geometric-endless-knot-medallion-pattern-front.jpg?v=1775537532","url":"https:\/\/pdg.art\/products\/hand-knotted-tibetan-khaden-rug-geometric-endless-knot-medallion-pattern","provider":"Pino De Giosa Art Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}