Midnight Blue 8x10 Agra Traditional All-Over Plush Pile Hand Knotted New Zealand Wool Oriental Area Rug

A hand knotted Agra rug from India, crafted with a 0.75" wool pile, combines traditional design with everyday luxury. Its midnight blue field serves as a dramatic background for floral motifs highlighted in burgundy, sage, rose, ivory, lime, and gold. The plush pile offers a velvet-soft touch, while the natural silky sheen enriches the visual depth. Well-suited for formal dining rooms, studies, or living spaces, this Agra rug delivers sophistication and comfort in equal measure.

• Exact Size: 8x10
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: New Zealand Wool
• Color: Midnight Blue, Burgundy, Sage, Rose, Blue, Ivory, Lime, Gold, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.75 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tag
• Rug#: AOR19726

Story Behind the Art: The Mughal era in India marked the golden age of Agra rug weaving, when artistry and technique reached extraordinary heights. Established under Emperor Akbar in the 16th century, weaving centers in Agra, Delhi, and Lahore began by emulating Persian carpets but quickly developed their own distinctive language. By the 17th century, Indian rugs showcased tighter knotting, silk-like wool, rich jewel-toned palettes, and naturalistic motifs. Agra rugs are admired for their sweeping tendrils, angular vines, scrolling leaves, and oversized blossoms arranged in intricate allover patterns or grand borders. This unique blend of Persian grandeur and Indian creativity has given Agra rugs a timeless reputation for elegance, intricacy, and cultural refinement, making them highly sought after worldwide.