Modern Animal Chevron Stripes Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug “Tigrinus” N12687 2'0" × 3'0" $1,600

Bold chevron stripes and a stylized tiger motif give Tigrinus a graphic, modern tribal presence. The hand-knotted surface is split into warm tan and burnt amber halves, each animated by black, ladder-like bands that read as an abstracted pelt rather than literal figuration. A narrow vertical seam of spotted detail subtly divides the composition and keeps the eye moving through the split-field layout.

Wool provides a grounded, low-sheen body, while silk introduces a faint shimmer that catches the light across the ridges of the knotting. The result is a tactile modern rug with a dense, pebbled hand and clear directional energy. Its animalia and geometric language feels especially well suited to contemporary interiors, where pattern can add character without overwhelming clean-lined furnishings.

The name Tigrinus is derived from Latin for “tiger-like,” an apt reference to both the striped rhythm and the warm russet-to-golden-ochre palette. As a hand-knotted wool and silk rug, it offers a confident decorative anchor for designers seeking a contemporary statement piece with tribal inflection and a distinctive, collected feel.

Exclusively curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this rug exemplifies the balance of innovation, artistry, and enduring quality that defines the gallery's approach to contemporary carpet design. The expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection includes pieces ranging from understated modern works to one-of-a-kind statement rugs.

A bespoke interpretation of this design is available upon request.