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SKU #: KR21166
Traditional
Hand Knotted
Primary color is Blush. Colors in this rug include: Brown, Ivory, Aqua, Burnt Orange, Brown, Multi .
Wool
0.5
Lori
Romania
Geometric
New
New With Tags
Lori tribal weaving comes out of the nomadic traditions of southwestern Iran, where geometric patterning and bold field compositions developed over generations of weavers working outside any formal court or workshop tradition. The design here centers on a large diamond medallion in warm blush that sits against a deep tobacco brown field, its pointed form drawing the eye inward to a scattering of small geometric diamonds and medallion figures in burnt orange, red, aqua and ivory, each one placed with the kind of deliberate irregularity that distinguishes genuine tribal work from anything more formal. A zigzag border in dark navy and multicolor runs the perimeter with real graphic energy, while banded kilim ends with ivory fringe complete the traditional Lori format at both ends. Hand-knotted wool surface on a cotton foundation adds to the rug a dense, substantial feel beneath the feet, and the natural wool takes the earthy, warm palette. As a handmade area rug, it adds soft texture, durable construction, timeless design, and an elegant interior accent for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, offices, or refined home décor.
Story Behind the Art: The Luri are a nomadic shepherding people who have long lived among the Zagros Mountains of southwestern Iran. Strongly connected to tribal heritage, their handmade weavings often display bold geometric motifs, stylized flowers, and meaningful symbols carried through many generations of artisans. Shaped in part by nearby Kurdish weaving traditions, Luri rugs are valued for their lively spontaneity, expressive drawing, and vivid palettes created with natural dyes. Common design elements include hexagonal medallions, tree-of-life imagery, and abstract animal forms, often presented in earthy shades enriched with reds, blues, and saffron yellow. The wool is usually handspun and naturally high in lanolin, giving each rug a soft, luminous texture and authentic artisan character.






