If you like strong contrast, this Agra rug has it. Black, gold and rust stand out against a cream field, and the deep black border is full of floral palmettes that glow in gold and rust. Cream fringe ends the rug, and gray and moss notes add softness to the bold scheme. The rug is hand knotted from New Zealand wool, which gives it a gentle feel in the hand and a springy, dense pile that stands up to homes with pets and kids. It is a traditional Oriental area rug with a classic Persian-style character, and it brings energy to any room. Lay it in a living room or dining room for a confident look, or in a bedroom, entryway or home office for a touch of tradition. The pattern is bold, the feel is soft, and the whole effect is timeless. With the palmettes repeating all the way around, there is always something to notice, whether you see it from a doorway or sit down beside it.
- Exact Size: 6'2"x8'11"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: New Zealand Wool
- Color: Gray, Moss, Gold, Peach, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR22033
Story Behind the Art: Agra rugs are closely tied to the flowering of carpet weaving in India during the Mughal period, when court-supported workshops encouraged increasingly refined approaches to pattern, material, and color. Early designs absorbed strong Persian influences, yet Indian weavers gradually developed their own visual vocabulary through tighter knotting, smooth wool, rich coloration, and more naturalistic floral imagery. Agra rugs became particularly known for scrolling vines, curling leaves, palmettes, angular branches, and large blossoms arranged in sophisticated all-over compositions. Decorative borders often echo the floral language of the field, creating continuity across the design while maintaining a clear architectural frame. This fusion of Persian-inspired structure and Indian botanical interpretation gave Agra rugs a distinctive identity that remains influential in traditional and transitional rug design today.
