Looking for a rug that adds warmth and detail without feeling fussy? This black and ivory Agra gives you exactly that. Its amber-gold ground carries a delicate trellis of tiny trees and flowers in rust and black, edged by a cream-gold border that keeps the look polished. The antique finish and glowing dyes lend a lived-in, traditional character, while the New Zealand wool is hand knotted into a dense pile that feels good underfoot. Because the pile is so tightly packed, everyday living is easy: it is kid and pet friendly, and a quick pass with the vacuum keeps it looking tidy. Place this traditional Oriental area rug in a living room to warm up a neutral seating area, in a bedroom, in a home office, or in a dining room where the pattern can shine under the table. Fine, small-scale detail makes it a flexible backdrop for both classic and updated decor.
- Exact Size: 6'1"x8'9"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: New Zealand Wool
- Color: Black, Ivory, Rose, Blue
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.75 inch
- Condition: Antique
- Condition Description: Antique
- Rug#: LBR22036
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.
