Beige Taupe 9x11'11'' Transitional Peshawar Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Classic elegance is the heart of this beige and taupe transitional Peshawar hand knotted wool Oriental area rug. An ivory-beige field welcomes a bold stepped medallion at the center, wrapped in detailed botanical scrollwork, palmettes and tiny floral sprigs drawn in rich taupe. Beyond it stretches a wide border of lotus-inspired palmettes and stylized leaves, set between two slim guard borders that finish the composition like a picture frame. Artisans hand knot the wool over a strong cotton warp, building a dense pile that ends in understated fringe. The result is a rug with natural stain resistance, lasting durability and dependable floor protection. Centered beneath a dining table, laid across a living room or set in a bedroom, this traditional Peshawar rug becomes a graceful focal point, and an entryway or home office feels more composed with it underfoot. Handmade with patience and care, it is a statement rug with timeless appeal. Its balanced layout feels both formal and welcoming, a good fit for a home where tradition and comfort sit side by side, and the soft taupe tones are easy to live with.

• Exact Size: 9x11'11"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Beige, Taupe
• Origin: Pakistan
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21754

Story Behind the Art: Hand-knotted rug weaving ranks among Pakistan's largest cottage industries, with roots tracing back to the 11th century under Mughal rule. Skilled artisans work across a wide range of traditional motifs, including guls, medallions, paisley-inspired botehs, intricate traceries, and geometric patterns combined in countless variations. Peshawar-style rugs are distinguished by a low, thinly sheared pile and boldly scaled pattern work, often finished with a gentle stone-wash treatment that softens and fades the original coloration. This process gives Peshawar rugs their signature aged appearance, typically rendered in antique ivory tones with subtle golden undertones throughout the field.