{"product_id":"gray-handknotted-newzealandwool-aor22033","title":"Gray Moss 6'2''x8'11'' Traditional Agra Hand Knotted New Zealand Wool Oriental Area Rug","description":"Bold contrast and classic structure meet in this Gray and Moss Traditional Agra, a hand knotted New Zealand wool Oriental area rug. A cream field is enclosed by a deep black border crowded with floral palmettes, and every blossom is lit by gold and rust that glow against the dark ground. Gray and moss shades complete the palette, adding a muted counterpoint to the sharper accents. Cream fringe finishes both ends. Because it is hand knotted from New Zealand wool, this handmade rug feels soft to the touch, and its pile is dense and springy, ready for households with pets and kids. The Persian-style look carries a sense of tradition without feeling stiff. Palmettes repeat around the border with a steady rhythm that draws the eye along the edges. In a living room it creates a confident focal point, while a dining room gains formal presence. A bedroom, entryway or home office can use the same contrast to feel more finished. Choose it when you want strong pattern, rich color and the comfort of wool underfoot, along with the lasting charm of a classic Agra design.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 6'2\"x8'11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: New Zealand Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Gray, Moss, Gold, Peach, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.6 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: AOR22033\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":68078167982300,"sku":"AOR22033","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1996\/6684\/files\/A22033.jpg?v=1793951228","url":"https:\/\/americanorientalrug.com\/products\/gray-handknotted-newzealandwool-aor22033","provider":"americanorientalrug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}