Dark Gray 3'10''x5'8'' Oushak Southwestern Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Hand knotted from pure wool on a cotton base, this 4x6 Southwestern rug features a medium pile height and a deep charcoal-gray palette accented by subtle silver undertones. Designed for both longevity and visual clarity, the rug translates traditional Southwestern motifs into a refined, neutral composition that adapts easily to diverse interiors. The surface is structured around a repeating diamond framework—a hallmark of Southwestern design—each form filled with smaller geometric elements that establish rhythm without visual clutter. Gradations of dark gray, charcoal, and softened silver create dimension through tonal layering rather than contrast, highlighting the handcrafted nature of the wool pile. The result is a composed, textured surface that feels intentional and grounded. Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, entryways, or home offices, this hand-knotted wool Southwestern rug effectively anchors furniture arrangements and enhances compact spaces, particularly within modern, industrial, and transitional environments.

• Exact Size: 3'10"x5'8"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Dark Gray, Silver
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20508

Story Behind the Art: Southwestern rug design is deeply influenced by the long-standing textile traditions of Indigenous cultures of the American Southwest, particularly the Navajo (Diné), Pueblo, and Hopi peoples, whose weaving heritage spans hundreds of years. Early Southwestern rugs were traditionally handwoven using hand-spun wool and colored with natural dyes sourced from plants, minerals, and insects, resulting in the earthy, organic color palettes that define the style. Geometry lies at the heart of Southwestern design, with patterns built from repeating diamonds, stepped motifs, zigzags, crosses, and linear forms that emphasize balance, rhythm, and symmetry. These motifs often carry symbolic meaning tied to nature, protection, and the surrounding landscape. Color is equally essential, drawing inspiration from desert terrain and open skies through tones such as clay red, sand, charcoal, ivory, indigo, and muted blues. In modern interpretations, these palettes have evolved into softer variations—washed grays, pale blues, and neutral blends—that preserve the spirit of the tradition while making Southwestern rugs more adaptable to contemporary interiors.