
Sculpted by Hand
Hand-knotted by master artisans in Nepal and India.
Contemporary hand-tufted production from India's studio rug industry — which since the 1980s has refined the art of sculptural pile manipulation into a discipline rivalling decorative woven traditions — represents a confluence of modernist design sensibility and subcontinental craft precision.
This piece, in new and unmarked condition, presents an uninterrupted field of warm linen wool traversed by approximately twenty-five horizontal wave lines rendered in raised cut-pile taupe, the undulating cords sitting proud of the flat surrounding ground to create a quietly dramatic bas-relief topography; there is no border, no medallion, and no fringe — the composition is entirely concerned with rhythm, repetition, and the interplay of light across two tonal registers of the same neutral family.
The mood is one of controlled restraint — a piece that anchors a considered interior without competing with it, equally at home beneath a mid-century seating arrangement or in a pared-back contemporary bedroom where texture is the primary decorative language.
Organic sinuous wave lines rendered in raised cut-pile against a lower-pile ground, producing a tactile sculptural relief effect with tonal contrast between warm linen field and taupe wave cords
Handcrafted in pure wool and silk for calm, contemporary rooms.

Hand-knotted by master artisans in Nepal and India.

Long-staple wool springs back without shedding.

Pure wool and silk—never viscose that watermarks.

Many modern rugs substitute wood-pulp viscose or polyester for silk—fibres that flatten and watermark from a single drop of water. We use only natural wool and silk.
Real mulberry and bamboo silk paired with lanolin-rich wool clean safely without stiffening or yellowing.
Light ivory, oat, and stone tones stay clean because dry soil sits on the fibre surface until vacuumed.
Free from synthetic adhesives and plastic yarns for healthier indoor air and barefoot comfort.
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Rug Comparison Guide | ![]() Hand KnottedCrafted knot by knot. Made for generations. Persian · Modern · Tribal | ![]() Machine MadeFine detail. A beautifully consistent finish. Bespoke collection | ![]() Hand TuftedYour shape, your palette, your feel. Custom rugs This rug’s construction |
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| Manufacturing method | Individually hand tied Each knot is tied onto a woven foundation. | Precision machine woven A powered loom creates a fine, uniform weave. | Tufted by hand Yarn is inserted into a canvas, then backed and finished. |
| Feel | Naturally soft Varies with fibre, knot quality and pile height. | Soft to exceptionally soft Extremely soft in pure silk; soft in wool. Other fibres vary. | Customisable Adjust pile height and density for a plush or firmer feel. |
| Perfect for | Across the home Durable wool for busy rooms; silk-rich pieces for quieter spaces. | Comfort & decorative detail Living rooms and bedrooms. Choose the fibre for your foot traffic. | Across the home, tailored to you Specify wool for everyday use or silk accents for gentler spaces. |
| Lifespan | Can last 100+ years* Heirloom potential with appropriate care and repair. | Around 10 years* An indicative lifespan with suitable use and care. | Up to 20 years* With proper care of the pile and backing. |
| Materials | Natural wool & silk The balance of wool and silk varies by rug. | Varies by design Wool, bamboo silk and other options. Check the listed material. | Wool & bamboo silk Choose your material and blend to suit the brief. |
| Care | Vacuum gently Rotate periodically. Specialist cleaning for silk and deep cleans. | Follow the fibre Gentle vacuuming. Silk and bamboo silk need particular spill care. | Protect the backing Gentle vacuuming; avoid soaking. Use a specialist for deep cleaning. |
| Customisation | Choose your piece Find the right size, pattern and palette in the collection. | Choose your size Available dimensions vary by design. | Fully made for you Shape, size, palette, material, pile height and density. |
| Explore | Explore hand knotted rugs | Explore bespoke rugs | Create your custom rug |
*Lifespans are indicative, with suitable use and care. Fibre, construction, backing and foot traffic affect longevity. Silk and bamboo silk need more delicate care than wool. Construction images are illustrative.
Contemporary Wave Stripe Linen
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