Easy to look at and easy to live with, this Peshawar wool rug adds a soothing, relaxed mood to beige and gray interiors. Picture a pale gold ground scattered with tiny aqua and rose flowers, wrapped in a wide gray-green border, with cream and gray-green shades melting into one another rather than clashing. The result is traditional yet light, which explains why it blends into so many color palettes. Hand knotting gives the wool a dense, even pile that stays friendly for kids and pets as daily routines unfold, and fringe trims both ends for a finished look. To keep it looking fresh, vacuum on a regular basis and switch the beater bar off. Put it in a living room, bedroom, dining room or home office, and add natural woods, whites or soft metallics to round out the scheme. If you want a traditional area rug in light, gentle tones, this Oriental design makes a welcoming foundation.
- Exact Size: 9'1"x11'8"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Beige, Gray, Brown, Aqua, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.4 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21766
Story Behind the Art: Hand-knotted rug production is one of Pakistan's most significant cottage industries, with weaving traditions dating back to the 11th century during Mughal rule. Artisans are skilled in producing a wide range of motifs, from guls and medallions to paisley-inspired botehs, fine traceries, and geometric patterns arranged in numerous combinations. The Peshawar style stands out for its low, closely sheared pile and generously scaled pattern designs, often treated with a stone-wash finish that softens and fades the palette. This technique gives Peshawar rugs their characteristic aged look, most commonly seen in antique ivory shades with hints of soft gold throughout.
