Seafoam Gray 5x6'11'' Traditional Agra Hand Knotted New Zealand Wool Oriental Area Rug

Jewel tones glow across this seafoam and gray Traditional Agra, a hand knotted New Zealand wool Oriental area rug with the soul of a classic. A deep plum field carries curling foliage and blossoms rendered in rust, gold and sage, all enclosed by a bronze border of palmettes shaped like paisleys. Against that dark center the shades seem to shine, and fringe in cream finishes each end. Tied by hand from long fibers of New Zealand wool, the rug offers a springy pile with a gentle natural luster, and it keeps its form through daily life. Its antique reproduction character gives a living room instant presence, while a bedroom, dining room, entryway or home office gains a note of heritage. With scrolling pattern and rich color working together, this handmade Agra rug is made to be the focal point of the room, ready to anchor whatever space you choose. The scrolling design is balanced from edge to edge, and the deep plum ground keeps the room feeling grounded and warm. Placed in soft natural light, the rug rewards you with a gentle glow that changes across the day.

• Exact Size: 5x6'11"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: New Zealand Wool
• Color: Seafoam, Gray, Beige, Mint, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21992

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.