9'3''x12'1'' Blue, Ivory Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug

This hand-knotted Oushak rug features a rich slate blue field adorned with symmetrical floral and geometric medallions. The design includes delicate rosettes in burnt orange and ivory, botanical forms, and curving vines in sage green and gold, creating a sophisticated composition. The ivory border, with complementary vine scrolls and botanical patterns, frames the rug with classic charm. Crafted from premium wool, this rug offers comfort, durability, and timeless appeal, perfect for any living room, dining room, or office.

• Exact Size: 9'3"x12'1"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Blue, Ivory, Green, Burnt Orange, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: LBR20830

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.