{"product_id":"tibetan-tiger-silk-rug-amber-blue-khaden-3x6-16071","title":"Tibetan Tiger Silk Rug Khaden 3 × 6 ft (180 × 90 cm) Amber Blue | 16071","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;padding:25px;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:30px 0 25px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:3px;color:#8b0000;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eDjoharian Design · Tibetan Tiger Stripe\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch1 style=\"font-size:1.6rem;font-weight:300;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003eTibetan Tiger Silk Rug\u003cbr\u003e180 × 90 cm · Amber \u0026amp; Blue · Khaden Format\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;color:#555;margin:0;\"\u003eHand-knotted in Kathmandu from a single plied yarn of two strands Matka silk and one strand highland wool — 66% silk, 34% wool, an abstract tiger-stripe design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eHeritage and Knotting Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003etiger rug\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the oldest motifs in Himalayan textile culture. In the Tibetan tradition the tiger stands for power, protective strength and spiritual vigilance, and tiger rugs were used in monasteries and palaces as honoured seats and ceremonial pieces. This rug carries the motif in its \u003cstrong\u003eabstract form\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rhythmic field of \u003cstrong\u003etiger stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a figural animal, the pelt pattern reduced to flowing bands that run the length of the piece, framed by a border in the same palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is hand-knotted in the workshops of Kathmandu, Nepal, by experienced artisans in the \u003cstrong\u003eTibetan knotting tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is knotted from a \u003cstrong\u003esingle plied yarn in which two strands of Matka silk and one strand of hand-spun Changpai highland wool are twisted together\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 66% silk, 34% wool composition carried evenly through the entire pile. Changpai, from sheep raised above 4,000 metres on the Tibetan plateau, is exceptionally long-staple and lustrous; the Matka silk lends the yarn its saturated sheen. Because silk and wool sit within the same thread, the surface shifts between matte warmth and lacquered shimmer as the light moves — the optical depth that distinguishes a high-grade Tibetan piece from a flat workshop production. The pile height is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a particularly soft, plush hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eColour and Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette pairs a warm \u003cstrong\u003eamber-and-gold ground\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003edeep blue stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e running across the field and a blue border framing the piece. Because the same silk-rich yarn runs throughout, the blue passages and the golden ground both carry the silk's sheen — the contrast is one of colour and light, not of material. As the light moves across the pile, the stripes lift and recede, and the whole field seems to glow from within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003ePresence in the Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e180 × 90 cm (1.6 m²)\u003c\/strong\u003e this is the classical Tibetan \u003cstrong\u003eKhaden format\u003c\/strong\u003e. Three contexts in which it reaches its full effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiving room statement piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e the amber-and-blue palette is built for a contemporary living room with mixed materials — wood, leather, brass and stone. The silk-rich pile catches every light source in the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudy or premium office:\u003c\/strong\u003e the saturated blue and the gold reading communicate seriousness and presence — a textile that signals quality without ornament-overload.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall hanging or collector's piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e the silk-rich construction and the optical depth make this an outstanding candidate for textile-art wall placement, where the shifting light becomes part of the work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eBespoke — Made to Order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is part of our \u003cstrong\u003eDjoharian Design made-to-order programme\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adaptable to your project:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e on request — any custom size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour palette\u003c\/strong\u003e matched to Pantone or RAL specification, from over 1,200 yarn shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality line\u003c\/strong\u003e — Naturals (60 kpsi) · Elegance (80) · Luxury (100) · Executive (150)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference sample 30 × 30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e for approval before full production\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead time\u003c\/strong\u003e typically 4–6 months after order confirmation, depending on size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails and personal advice on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/the-rug-merchant.com\/pages\/individuelle-teppiche-sonderanfertigungen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebespoke rugs page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;width:35%;color:#666;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e180 × 90 cm (3.0 × 5.9 ft) — classical Khaden format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted in Kathmandu, Nepal, in the Tibetan tradition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDjoharian Design — Naturals (60 kpsi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eKnot density\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e60 kpsi (knots per square inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eWeave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted, Tibetan knotting tradition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (pile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e66% Matka silk, 34% hand-spun Changpai highland wool (plied into one yarn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (warp \u0026amp; weft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% cotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003ePile height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eapprox. 13 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAbstract tiger-stripe pattern, deep blue on amber-gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAmber, gold and deep blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eContemporary, new, unused\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eUnderfloor heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eBespoke sizes and colours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAvailable on request\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e#16071\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the silk-and-wool plied yarn mean for this rug?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eTwo strands of Matka silk and one strand of highland wool are twisted together into a single yarn before knotting, giving a 66% silk, 34% wool composition that runs evenly through the whole pile. The silk carries sheen and colour saturation; the wool gives body and resilience. The result is a surface that shifts between matte warmth and a lacquered shimmer as the light moves — softer underfoot than an all-silk rug, with more depth than an all-wool one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan this design be ordered in another size or colour?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eYes. This is a Djoharian Design made-to-order piece. The motif can be produced in any dimension, with the colour palette matched to your Pantone or RAL specification from over 1,200 yarn shades, and in higher knot densities on request. We supply a 30 × 30 cm reference sample for approval before full production; lead time is typically 4–6 months depending on size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow do I care for a silk-rich rug?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eVacuum gently without a beater bar, in the direction of the pile. Use a non-slip underlay on smooth floors. Blot spills immediately with cold water and a light cotton cloth — do not rub. Because of the high silk content, we recommend professional hand-washing for any deeper clean rather than home treatment. Kept out of prolonged direct sunlight, the colours stay saturated for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eResponsible Sourcing · Label STEP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian is a \u003cstrong\u003eLabel STEP certified dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e for fair-trade knotted rugs — a commitment to dignified working conditions and against child labour in rug production. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/label-step.org\/dealers\/djoharian-teppiche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVisit the Label STEP entry for Djoharian Teppiche →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eDjoharian — Since 1967\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran and more than five decades of experience in the international rug trade, Djoharian has specialised in antique, designer and collector rugs since 1967. Each piece is carefully selected, inspected and presented with the documentation a discerning buyer expects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eService and Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in the Djoharian Collection is expertly inspected in our atelier in Lohr am Main, professionally washed and shipped with a \u003cstrong\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e. We offer secure and fast worldwide shipping, fully insured, and personal consultation in our showroom or by video call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:40px;padding-top:25px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:0.8rem;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSince 1967  |  Grand Carpet Bazaar Tehran  |  Label STEP Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Djoharian Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44471419339019,"sku":"16071","price":24104.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/files\/15699-tibetan-tiger-rug-gold-blue-silk-000.jpg?v=1689335062","url":"https:\/\/the-rug-merchant.com\/en-no\/products\/tibetan-tiger-silk-rug-amber-blue-khaden-3x6-16071","provider":"Djoharian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}