Navy Red 4x5'11'' Traditional Agra Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Crisp, colorful and unmistakably traditional, this Navy Red Agra is a hand knotted wool Oriental area rug built to enliven a bare floor. Floral shapes that resemble little trees, drawn in teal, black and red, are sprinkled over an ivory ground, and their angular blossoms read sharp and distinct, with navy adding a deep anchor note. Around them runs a border of deep green and burgundy dotted with tiny pink blooms, and ivory fringe trims both ends. Tied by hand in wool, the rug has a dense pile that vacuums with ease and welcomes pets and kids. The energetic, Caucasian-inspired look pairs strong contrast with a balanced layout, so an Agra rug like this feels at home in a living room, dining room, bedroom, entryway or home office. Place it where you want pattern to lead the room, and let the red and navy set a confident tone. For homes that want character underfoot, this traditional area rug offers clarity, contrast and an unmistakably handmade touch that stays interesting day after day, whether the room is quiet or full of guests.

• Exact Size: 4x5'11"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Navy, Red, Ivory, Gold, Aqua, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.75 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR22024

Story 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.