8'10''x11'11'' Blue, Slate Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug

This hand-knotted wool Oushak rug features a serene blue-gray field, adorned with floral motifs in warm bursts of gold, burnt orange, and slate. The ivory border provides a refined frame, enhancing the overall design with traditional Oushak motifs. The premium wool construction ensures luxurious underfoot comfort, while the rug's timeless color palette and exceptional craftsmanship ensure it remains a lasting and versatile addition to your home. Whether used as a statement piece or a subtle backdrop, this rug adds charm and sophistication to any room."

• Exact Size: 8'10"x11'11"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Blue, Slate, Gold, Burnt Orange, Beige, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: LBR20797

Story Behind the Art: The Arts and Crafts Movement emerged as a reaction against the mass production of low-quality factory goods in the 19th century, advocating for authenticity and craftsmanship. Led by William Morris, the movement championed handcrafting over machinery and introduced a design philosophy that drew inspiration from nature. This influence is evident in furniture, upholstery, wallpaper, and rugs, where intricate patterns of intertwining fruits, flowers, and foliage evoke the natural world. Morris's rug designs continue to be celebrated today, representing the core of Arts and Crafts rugs, which are characterized by simple, bold, and unpretentious designs rooted in nature. Modern Arts and Crafts rugs encompass a variety of styles, including the flowing lines and nature-inspired motifs of Art Nouveau, the geometric patterns of Mission-style, Native American designs, American Prairie style, and hand-knotted Caucasian rugs from a small region in the Middle East. With their natural motifs and captivating color palettes, Arts and Crafts rugs remain versatile and enduring in their appeal.