{"product_id":"charcoal-handknotted-wool-aor21524","title":"Charcoal Rose 8'9''x12'1'' Traditional Agra Plush Pile Antique Finish Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug","description":"This hand-knotted wool rug delivers old-world artistry through richly layered floral detailing and an antique-finished plush pile. Scrolling vine work in muted rose, beige, gray, and green stretches across a charcoal backdrop, giving the traditional motif a gently sun-faded character. The thick wool pile stays soft underfoot while standing up to years of everyday use, lending the room a cozy, regal feel. Roll it out to give your space a sense of tailored elegance, generous scale, and striking contrast.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 8'9\"x12'1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Charcoal, Rose, Sage, Blush, Beige, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 1.25 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: AOR21524\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":67666697027804,"sku":"AOR21524","price":1499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1996\/6684\/files\/A21524.jpg?v=1791541468","url":"https:\/\/americanorientalrug.com\/products\/charcoal-handknotted-wool-aor21524","provider":"americanorientalrug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}