Some rugs shout, and some set a mood. This beige and gray Peshawar wool rug sets a calm one. Three cream medallions stack down a soft blue gray ground, small geometric keys nestle into the corners, and a Greek key border in tan with gold edges the whole piece. Its tone on tone styling stays gentle, so it settles into a room instead of competing with it. Hand knotted with a dense pile, it holds up well under foot traffic and suits homes with pets and kids, with white fringe at both ends. This transitional Oriental area rug lives happily in a dining room, home office, bedroom or living room alongside white, tan and natural woods. A regular vacuum pass with the brush bar off keeps its crisp look, and the pale colors help any space feel open. Gentle, balanced and easy to place, it is a restful choice for rooms that want a calm, uncluttered base.
- Exact Size: 8'3"x9'9"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Beige, Gray, Brown, Multi
- Origin: Pakistan
- Pile Height: 0.25 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21824
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.
