LoomBloom Maroon Gold 5'11''x9'1'' Traditional Agra Plush Pile New Zealand Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug

Inspired by 16th-century Mughal artistry, this hand-knotted oriental rug pairs a rich maroon field with ornate floral motifs in gold, sage, and subtle blush, all set inside an elaborate decorative frame. New Zealand wool gives the pile its ultra-soft feel and exceptional resilience, sinking pleasantly underfoot. It works equally well paired with fine antiques or as a grounding accent in a modern neutral room, making it an instant classic for any home.

• Exact Size: 5'11"x9'1"
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• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: New Zealand Wool
• Color: Maroon, Gold, Sage, Blush, Ivory, Brown, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: LBR21484

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.