9x12'1'' Blue, Gray Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug

Drawing from Heriz design, this hand-knotted Oushak rug demands attention with its striking angular medallion and layered composition. The slate gray field provides a backdrop for a stepped medallion in navy and brown, adorned with intricate geometric patterns and botanical motifs. Navy blue corner spandrels, decorated with gold arabesques and rust accents, anchor the design with grandeur. The field is punctuated with scattered floral elements in rust, rose, and green, adding warmth and organic interest. Hand-knotted from premium wool, this rug combines geometric precision with organic beauty. Its sophisticated palette of blues, accented by warm browns and vibrant lime, ensures remarkable versatility, perfect for traditional, transitional, or modern homes seeking bold visual statements.

• Exact Size: 9x12'1"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Blue, Gray, Burnt Orange, Gold, Green, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: LBR20815

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.