{"product_id":"seafoam-handknotted-newzealandwool-orh21992","title":"Hand Knotted New Zealand Wool Rug Seafoam, Gray Traditional Agra 5x6'11''","description":"New Zealand wool gives this Agra rug a resilient pile and a soft natural sheen. Seen here, a dark plum field holds scrolling leaves and blossoms in gold, sage and rust, bordered by a bronze band of paisley palmettes. Up close, the colors glow against the dark center, and cream fringe finishes each end. Hand-knotted from long, resilient New Zealand wool, this hand-knotted wool rug is built to hold its shape. As a traditional area rug with an antique reproduction look, it gives you jewel-like color and classic pattern in one handmade piece.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 5x6'11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: New Zealand Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Seafoam, Gray, Beige, Mint, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: ORH21992\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oriental Rug Of Houston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54402042560805,"sku":"ORH21992","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1141\/7716\/files\/A21992.jpg?v=1793945969","url":"https:\/\/orientalrugofhouston.com\/products\/seafoam-handknotted-newzealandwool-orh21992","provider":"Oriental Rug Of Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}