Discover a hand-knotted masterpiece that celebrates the bold artistic vision and meticulous craftsmanship at the heart of the Arts and Crafts movement. The dramatic navy blue rug field provides a stunning backdrop for an exuberant display of oversized stylized palmettes and geometric medallions in rich shades of gold, burnt orange, lime, and beige, creating a color symphony that's both vibrant and surprisingly versatile. Intricate borders frame the composition with complementary motifs that draw the eye inward, while the all-over pattern density creates visual richness and textural complexity that reveals new details with every viewing. Hand-knotted entirely from premium wool by skilled artisans, this Oushak represents hundreds of hours of dedicated labor, with each individual knot contributing to the exceptional durability and luxurious pile height that distinguish authentic handmade rugs from factory-produced alternatives. The fearless use of color and pattern embodies the Arts and Crafts philosophy of bringing beauty and artistry into everyday life, transforming your space into a sight to behold. Premium wool naturally resists soiling and wear while offering unparalleled softness underfoot, making this investment piece as practical as it is beautiful.
- Exact Size: 9'2"x11'11"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Teal, Gold, Burnt Orange, Lime, Beige, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH20745
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.