Make a dramatic statement with a hand-knotted Oushak that breaks convention through its bold use of a deep black field, creating striking contrast and modern sophistication rarely seen in traditional rug design. Delicate botanical motifs and geometric medallions in soft ivory, beige, rust, slate, and blue seem to float across the dark background like jewels against velvet, each form rendered with crisp clarity that showcases the weaver's exceptional skill and precision. The dramatic color reversal transforms familiar Arts and Crafts design elements into something fresh and contemporary, offering a distinctive aesthetic that commands attention while maintaining the movement's commitment to handcrafted quality and organic beauty. Every knot in this premium wool rug has been carefully placed by master artisans whose expertise spans generations, resulting in a dense, luxurious pile and superior structural integrity that machine-made alternatives cannot replicate. The black foundation provides unparalleled versatility in concealing everyday wear and soil, making this not only a stunning design choice but also a practical one for high-traffic areas or homes with pets and children. Hand-knotted construction on a sturdy cotton foundation ensures this investment piece will maintain its beauty and performance for decades, standing up gracefully to the demands of daily living.
- Exact Size: 8'6"x11'11"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Black, Ivory, Rust, Slate, Blue, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH20750
Story Behind the Art: Originating as a protest against mass produced inferior factory products of the 19th century, the Arts and Crafts Movement favored originality and craftsmanship. William Morris, main proponent of the movement, emphasized the use of handcrafts over the use of machinery and introduced a new design sensibility that evoked nature in home interiors through furniture, upholstery, wallpaper and rugs with intricate intertwining fruit, flower, and foliage patterns. The popularity of Morris’s rug designs has endured to the current times and stands emblematic of Art & Crafts rugs with their simple, bold, informal design themes rooted in nature. Today, the Arts & Crafts rugs embrace a multitude of styles ranging from the Art Nouveau style (rug patterns with flowing, curvilinear lines and nature-inspired, floral designs), Mission-style as well as geometric patterns inspired by Native American designs, American Prairie style and Caucasian rugs (hand-knotted rugs made in a small, Middle-Eastern region called the Caucasus). Arts and Crafts Rugs' natural motifs and interesting color palette add to their versatility and enduring charm.