{"product_id":"darkblue-handknotted-oushak-lbr20623","title":"9'10''x14'1'' Dark Blue Oushak Southwestern Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug","description":"This hand-knotted Oushak rug features a subtle gray field adorned with bold geometric medallions and intricate patterns. The central medallion is complemented by contrasting ivory and tan accents, surrounded by delicate corner spandrels in aqua and rose tones. Crafted from premium wool on a cotton foundation, this rug combines durability with luxurious softness. The design seamlessly fuses the geometric precision of Heriz with the fluidity of Oushak craftsmanship, creating a visually balanced piece that complements both traditional and modern interiors. The light gray border with coordinating geometric patterns adds sophistication, making this a timeless addition to any space.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 9'10\"x14'1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Dark Blue, Beige, Ivory, Rust, Blue, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: LBR20623\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory Behind he Art: Southwestern rug design is deeply rooted in the weaving traditions of Native American tribes from the American Southwest, particularly the Navajo (Diné), Pueblo, and Hopi peoples, whose craftsmanship spans centuries. Originally, these rugs were handwoven from hand-spun wool and dyed with natural pigments derived from plants, minerals, and insects, which gave them their unique, earthy color tones.\n\nA defining feature of Southwestern rugs is their use of bold geometric patterns. The designs typically include repeating elements such as diamonds, stepped shapes, zigzags, crosses, and linear motifs, with symmetry and repetition being fundamental to their visual language. Color is a key element in Southwestern rug design, with traditional color palettes dominated by rich earth tones like clay red, sand, charcoal, ivory, indigo, and muted blues, inspired by the desert landscapes, skies, stones, and soil of the region.\n\nAs time has passed, especially in modern interpretations, these color palettes have evolved to include softer shades such as washed grays, pale blues, and neutral tones. While these adjustments maintain the original style's essence, they make the rugs more adaptable to contemporary interior designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Loombloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54697029140771,"sku":"LBR20623","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/1635\/5875\/files\/A20623_2010_20x14_06ce06f3-7c0f-4729-9719-941a4bd8d934.jpg?v=1769774105","url":"https:\/\/loombloomrugs.com\/products\/darkblue-handknotted-oushak-lbr20623","provider":"loomBloom Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}