{"product_id":"red-handknotted-wool-aor21314","title":"Red Navy 8'1''x9'11'' Agra Traditional Arts \u0026 Crafts Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake a dramatic statement with this richly patterned hand knotted Agra wool area rug, where bold Arts \u0026amp; Crafts geometry meets traditional botanical ornament in a striking, highly decorative composition. A vibrant crimson-red field provides the backdrop for an intricate network of deep navy scrollwork vines, each surrounding warm gold and beige pomegranate-inspired motifs. An elaborate geometric chain-link border frames the field in coordinating tones, creating strong definition and giving the entire rug a beautifully structured appearance. Skilled artisans meticulously hand-knot fine wool over a durable cotton foundation, resulting in a richly textured pile that provides warmth, softness, and substantial handcrafted character underfoot. The bold red, navy, gold, and beige palette makes this traditional oriental rug an impressive centerpiece for a living room, dining room, library, formal sitting room, or other space where the floor is intended to become part of the overall design statement. Pair it with dark wood, leather, antique-inspired furniture, or restrained neutral upholstery to allow the intricate pattern to stand out. With its handmade wool construction, distinctive Agra-inspired motifs, detailed border work, and timeless color contrast, this Arts \u0026amp; Crafts area rug brings exceptional decorative depth and enduring style to sophisticated home décor. Note: This rug was photographed under studio lighting, which may make the crimson, navy, gold, and beige colors appear somewhat more saturated on screen. We recommend watching the accompanying product video for a more accurate sense of the rug’s true colors, texture, and tonal variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Kalaty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 8'1\"x9'11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Red, Navy, Gold, Beige, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: AOR21314\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStory Behind the Art: Agra rugs are closely connected with the development of Indian carpet weaving during the Mughal period, when organized weaving centers encouraged increasingly sophisticated textile production. During the late 16th and 17th centuries, designs initially influenced by Persian carpet traditions gradually developed characteristics associated with Indian weaving. Craftspeople explored tighter knotting, refined wool, rich color combinations, and increasingly naturalistic floral ornamentation. Agra rugs became especially recognizable for elaborate botanical compositions featuring scrolling tendrils, angular vines, curling leaves, palmettes, and generously scaled blossoms. These elements were frequently organized into expansive all-over patterns and enclosed by strongly defined decorative borders. The resulting style combines formal structure with abundant botanical detail, creating rugs that can appear intricate without losing overall visual balance. Agra-inspired designs continue to be used in traditional and transitional interiors because of their distinctive combination of floral artistry, architectural organization, and historical decorative influence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Oriental Rug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52291356197084,"sku":"AOR21314","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1996\/6684\/files\/A21314_20shopify_20aor.jpg?v=1786963482","url":"https:\/\/americanorientalrug.com\/products\/red-handknotted-wool-aor21314","provider":"americanorientalrug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}