Drawing inspiration from the Arts and Crafts movement, this hand-knotted Oushak rug presents an enchanting all-over pattern of stylized floral medallions scattered across a serene blue field. The design features a beautiful interplay of colors including soft rose, warm beige, deep navy, and refreshing lime accents that create visual interest without overwhelming the senses. Meticulously crafted by skilled artisans, each knot has been hand-tied using premium wool onto a sturdy cotton foundation, resulting in a piece that combines exceptional durability with luxurious softness underfoot. The geometric lattice work connecting the floral motifs adds structure and movement, while the traditional coral-red border adorned with complementary botanical elements frames the composition with classic elegance. The muted yet rich color palette evokes a sense of timeless sophistication, making it equally at home in spaces ranging from rustic to refined. The quality of the hand-knotted construction ensures this rug will develop a beautiful patina over time, becoming a cherished heirloom that tells its own story. Elevate your interior with this stunning example of traditional craftsmanship.
- Exact Size: 10x14
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Blue, Rose, Lime, Navy, Beige, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH20663
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.