Gray Multi Size Oushak Southwestern Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Drawing from enduring Southwestern design language, this gray and blue hand-knotted wool rug emphasizes thoughtful composition, material integrity, and visual balance. Repeating diamond forms are rendered in muted gray tones softened by airy blue accents, while gentle tonal variation adds depth and a naturally aged appearance. The medium pile height provides comfort without excess bulk, and the cotton foundation supports long-term stability. Its understated color story allows the rug to function as a grounding element across a wide range of interiors, from modern to transitional. Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, or home offices, this hand-knotted Southwestern area rug highlights texture and craftsmanship without overwhelming the space.

• Exact Size: Multi Size Rug
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Gray, Blue
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20503A

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.