{"product_id":"antiquerose-handknotted-wool-aor21962","title":"Antique Rose Turquoise 6'1''x9 Traditional Agra Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug","description":"Burgundy and gold have long been a signature of Persian rugs, and this antique rose and turquoise traditional Agra builds on that classic pairing with confidence. Hand knotted from wool, this Oriental area rug sets medallions that link together on a red ground, with flowering stems in cream, green and gold running among them. A wide band of gold carries palmettes and vines around the outside, and its colors remain vivid against the dark red. Ivory fringe lies at each end, adding a soft finishing touch. The pile is dense and sturdy, friendly for pets and kids, and simple to vacuum, which gives busy households everyday peace of mind. Antique reproduction styling, strong and confident, commands a living room, dining room or bedroom, and it brings drama to an entryway or home office too. Antique rose and turquoise in the colorway add a subtle note of contrast. Collectors of oriental rugs and newcomers alike will find this handmade piece both familiar and impressive. Rich red and gold set a warm tone for gatherings, quiet evenings and everything in between, so the rug becomes part of daily life in any room it enters.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 6'1\"x9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Antique Rose, Turquoise, Pink, Midnight Blue, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.75 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: AOR21962\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory Behind the Art: The Indian carpet-weaving tradition experienced significant artistic development during the Mughal period, particularly under Emperor Akbar, when important weaving centers were established in cities including Agra, Delhi, and Lahore during the late 16th century. Although early examples were strongly influenced by Persian textile traditions, Indian artisans gradually developed their own recognizable approach through increasingly detailed knotting, refined wool, expressive color combinations, and naturalistic decorative motifs. Agra rugs became particularly associated with grand compositions featuring scrolling floral tendrils, angular vines, broad leaves, palmettes, and generously scaled blossoms. Many designs favor elaborate all-over arrangements surrounded by substantial decorative borders, creating a sense of rhythm and visual richness across the entire surface. This combination of Persian-inspired structure and Indian decorative interpretation helped establish Agra rugs as an enduring category within traditional hand-knotted carpet design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Oriental Rug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68067692576988,"sku":"AOR21962","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1996\/6684\/files\/A21962.jpg?v=1793860873","url":"https:\/\/americanorientalrug.com\/products\/antiquerose-handknotted-wool-aor21962","provider":"americanorientalrug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}