Blending traditional structure with fluid artistic expression, this 8'8''x11'7'' hand-knotted wool rug offers a softened take on classical design with exceptional comfort. Crafted with a cotton foundation and a generous plush pile measuring approximately 1.00 inch, the rug delivers a velvety-soft hand feel and substantial texture that distinguishes it from flatter hand-knotted rugs. The design embraces organic movement, allowing motifs to flow naturally rather than adhere to strict symmetry. An ivory field forms the visual base, while blush and pale pink motifs drift gently across the surface, introducing warmth without heaviness. Aqua, turquoise, and muted blue appear within floral accents, adding cool contrast and visual motion. Fine black outlining provides definition, ensuring clarity within the softened aesthetic. The border continues this organic language, framing the field without interrupting its calm continuity. Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, or refined lounging spaces, this rug complements contemporary interiors, neutral palettes, and curated vintage settings with understated elegance.
- Exact Size: 8'8"x11'7"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Ivory, Blush, Aqua, Turquoise, Blue, Black, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 1 inch
- Condition: Pre-Owned
- Condition Description: Vintage in excellent condition
- Rug#: AOR20274
Story Behind the Art: The world’s most celebrated traditional rugs originate from regions such as Persia (Iran), Anatolia (Turkey), the Caucasus, and Central Asia (Turkmenistan). Persian rugs are typically admired for their flowing floral designs and curvilinear elegance, while Caucasian and Turkmen rugs emphasize bold geometry and tribal symbolism. Flat-woven rugs, known as kilims, offer a pile-free structure with a lighter, more rustic character. Traditional rugs are generally crafted from natural, sustainable materials such as hand-spun wool, silk, and cotton, often dyed using organic pigments derived from plants, roots, and minerals. Most are meticulously hand-knotted on looms, with each knot tied individually by hand—a process that can take months or even years. The beauty of these rugs lies in their human touch, seen in natural color variations known as abrash and subtle irregularities that distinguish them from machine-made products. Exceptionally durable, traditional rugs age gracefully, develop a luminous patina, and often become treasured heirlooms passed down through generations.