{"product_id":"red-handknotted-wool-aor21193","title":"Red Aqua 7'3''x10'10'' Sarouk Traditional Plush Pile Vintage Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug","description":"Warm coloration and refined Persian floral elegance define this hand knotted Sarouk wool rug inspired by one of the most celebrated rug weaving traditions of central Iran. The vibrant red field is decorated with scrolling vines, floral sprays, palmettes, and botanical motifs in aqua blue, ivory, sage, blush, and soft gold tones arranged in a harmonious all-over composition. The intricate floral detailing creates visual richness while maintaining an open and balanced appearance suitable for both traditional and transitional interiors. A complementary aqua border frames the composition beautifully and adds cool contrast against the saturated red background, enhancing the depth and luminosity of the overall palette. Hand knotted wool construction on a cotton foundation ensures exceptional durability, luxurious texture, and heirloom-level craftsmanship built to withstand generations of use. Ideal for elegant living rooms, formal dining areas, classic bedrooms, and sophisticated home décor settings, this oriental area rug brings timeless Persian artistry into contemporary luxury interiors.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 7'3\"x10'10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Red, Aqua, Aubergine, Ivory, Green, Blue, Gold, Multi,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Iran\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Pre-Owned \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: Vintage in excellent condition no low pile or stains. Professionally cleaned and restored ready to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: AOR21193\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory Behind the Art: Sarouk rugs originate from the historic weaving centers of Arak and the surrounding Farahan plains in central Iran, a region long celebrated for producing some of Persia’s finest handmade carpets. During the nineteenth century, Sarouk rugs commonly featured intricate all-over Herati and Gul Hennai patterns woven with remarkable precision using dense asymmetric knotting on durable cotton foundations. By the late 1800s, influenced by the grandeur and sophistication of Tabriz workshop carpets, Sarouk weavers began incorporating formal central medallion layouts with elegant floral symmetry and richly detailed botanical motifs. Following World War I, the Sarouk style evolved once again into the now-iconic open floral compositions featuring gracefully scattered bouquets and detached floral sprays across richly colored fields. This distinctive decorative innovation quickly gained immense popularity throughout American and European markets and remains one of the defining hallmarks of Persian rug artistry today. Modern Sarouk-inspired rugs continue to be woven in Iran, India, Pakistan, and Romania, preserving the timeless elegance, luxurious wool texture, and enduring decorative appeal of this legendary Persian weaving tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Oriental Rug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50272009847004,"sku":"AOR21193","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1996\/6684\/files\/A21193.jpg?v=1778825089","url":"https:\/\/americanorientalrug.com\/products\/red-handknotted-wool-aor21193","provider":"americanorientalrug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}