Rose 7'9''x10' Karabagh Causcasian Traditional Botanical Rare Romanian Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

This Karabagh Caucasian rug was hand-knotted in Romania using a fine wool base. It has a flat 0.25-inch pile and a smooth, tapestry-like surface. The design includes repeating rose motifs and jagged-edged leaves in shades of rose, ivory, blue, aqua, navy, rust, brown, and charcoal. A floral border filled with roses adds contrast and structure. This rug honors the look of antique Karabagh rugs, which combine French floral styles with tribal patterns from the South Caucasus. It works well in formal, eclectic, or art-inspired spaces and is both a collectible and a durable piece thanks to its Romanian craftsmanship.

• Exact Size: 7'9"x10
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Rose, Ivory, Blue, Aqua, Navy, Brown, Rust, Charcoal, Multi
• Origin: Romania
• Pile Height: 0.25 inch
• Condition: new
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR19679

Karabagh rugs come from the historic Karabagh (also spelled Karabakh) region in the South Caucasus, which includes parts of present-day Azerbaijan and Armenia. These rugs have been made since the 1600s, reaching their peak in the 18th and 19th centuries under Persian and later Russian rule. Woven in towns like Shusha, Jabrayil, and Lachin, they are known for their dramatic color combinations—like black, coral, deep red, ivory, rose, olive, and blue—and bold floral designs that often feature curving lines. Karabagh rugs blend local tribal symbols with French and Persian influences, often resembling elegant French Aubusson and Savonnerie carpets. You’ll often see big roses, medallions, prayer arches, and stylized leaves in their designs. They may be woven using either Turkish (symmetrical) or Persian (asymmetrical) knots, depending on where and when they were made. Today, while antique Karabagh rugs are rare and highly collectible, similar designs are made in places like Romania, Pakistan, India, and Turkey. These newer versions stay true to the traditional patterns but use modern dyes and foundations, often crafted with high-quality wool to recreate the thick pile and soft shine of the originals. Whether antique or reproduced, Karabagh rugs are prized for their rich style, excellent craftsmanship, and ability to combine tribal roots with elegant European flair.