Beige Tan 9'1''x17'9'' Traditional Agra Palace Size Plush Pile Antique Finish Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Grand in scale and refined in its motif design, this hand-knotted rug delivers a strong sense of traditional luxury. A warm beige background provides the canvas for elaborate botanical scrollwork, set off by a vibrant burgundy border detailed in soft gray, teal, and sage. Thick wool forms the pile, soft to the touch and built to perform well over years of use, lending a cozy, regal feel to large halls, dining rooms, or main living areas. As a statement carpet, it brings depth, refined craftsmanship, and timeless elegance to the floor.

• Exact Size: 9'1"x17'9"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Beige, Tan, Burgundy, Sage, Teal, Gray, Brown, Multi,
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21501

Story 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.