Ivory 8'x8' Square Agra Traditional Botanical Plush Pile Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

This 8' x 8' square hand-knotted Agra wool rug reflects disciplined botanical symmetry rooted in North Indian weaving traditions. Crafted with a plush 0.60-inch pile on a cotton foundation, the rug features an ivory field layered with scrolling floral vines and palmettes rendered in moss green and caramel, with secondary accents of rust and deep brown. An inner guard border echoes the central palette, while the outer border becomes more densely ornamented, framing the field with architectural clarity. The balanced color distribution allows the pattern to remain legible without overwhelming the space, making it an excellent choice for living rooms or bedrooms with warm wood furnishings.

• Exact Size: 8x8
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Ivory, Moss, Caramel, Rust, Brown, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.60 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20265

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.