A red-brick border and a cream-gold center give this Agra rug a warm, classic frame. Showcased here, tiny floral sprays and a few navy rosettes dot the pale field, while the deep red border carries larger palmettes in cream and gold. Up close, the colors are clean and the lines are crisp, with cream fringe at each end. This hand-knotted wool rug has a dense, durable pile that is pet and kid friendly. It is a traditional area rug with antique reproduction style that works with both dark woods and light floors.
- Exact Size: 5'9"x8'10"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Beige, Brown, Turquoise, Burnt Orange, Gold, Peach, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21996
- Kpsi: 200
Story Behind the Art: The Indian rug industry reached its artistic peak during the Mughal era, particularly under Emperor Akbar, who established weaving centers in Agra, Delhi, and Lahore in the late 16th century. Initially influenced by Persian styles, these early rugs gradually evolved their own distinct visual language by the 17th century. Indian weavers began incorporating tighter knotting, silk-like wool, rich color palettes, and lifelike motifs—elements that would come to define the Indian rug aesthetic. This fusion of intricate craftsmanship and original design has given Indian rugs a timeless appeal and a global following. Among them, Agra rugs stand out for blending the grandeur of Persian tradition with unique Indian creativity. Known for their floral tendrils, angular vines, scrolling leaves, and large, finely detailed blossoms framed by bold borders, Agra rugs favor all-over patterns that radiate elegance and complexity.