Gold 6'1''x9'1'' Agra Traditional Botanical Plush Pile Antique Finish Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Crafted for visual richness and underfoot luxury, this 6'1" x 9'1" hand-knotted Agra wool rug features a high 0.75-inch plush pile that enhances both texture and color depth. Traditional in style with a botanical composition, the rug carries a subtle antique gold wash that softens contrast and lends a gently aged appearance. The golden field is animated by scrolling florals, palmettes, and vinework arranged in a balanced, symmetrical layout. Tones of maroon, turquoise, blush, rust, and deep brown move fluidly throughout the design, while a darker maroon border anchors the composition and adds visual weight. The dense wool pile amplifies warmth and softness, and the cotton foundation provides long-term durability. Ideal for formal living rooms, dining spaces, or spacious bedrooms, this rug brings quiet elegance and traditional refinement to larger interiors.

• Exact Size: 6'1"x9'1"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Gold, Maroon, Turquoise, Brown, Blush, Rust, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.75 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: Gold Wash with Antique Finish
• Rug#: AOR20250

Story Behind the Art: The Indian rug tradition reached a defining artistic moment during the Mughal period, particularly under the patronage of Emperor Akbar in the late sixteenth century. During this era, major weaving centers were established in Agra, Delhi, and Lahore, laying the foundation for India’s global reputation in fine carpet production. Early Indian rugs drew heavily from Persian aesthetics, but by the seventeenth century, Indian artisans developed a distinct visual language of their own. Tighter knotting techniques, silk-like wool, richer color palettes, and more lifelike motifs became hallmarks of Indian rugs. This blend of technical mastery and creative evolution gave rise to rugs of enduring beauty, with Agra rugs standing out for their ability to merge Persian grandeur with unmistakable Indian artistry through floral tendrils, angular vines, scrolling leaves, and large, intricately detailed blossoms framed by commanding borders.