Slate & Blue 9'1''x12 Oushak Southwestern Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Bold geometric medallions define this hand-knotted wool Oushak rug, set against a cool slate gray field that highlights its Southwestern-inspired design. Three large hexagonal medallions in burnt orange and charcoal anchor the layout, accented with aqua, ivory, and green details that add depth and contrast. Multiple borders with geometric patterning frame the composition and reinforce its strong visual structure. Hand-knotted on a cotton foundation using premium wool, this rug offers durability, substantial texture, and authentic handcrafted variation. The balanced mix of earthy and cool tones allows it to complement both modern and traditional spaces.

• Exact Size: 9'1"x12
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Slate, Blue, Burnt Orange, Aqua, Ivory, Green, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20792

Story Behind he Art: Southwestern rug design draws its inspiration from the rich textile traditions of Native American cultures of the American Southwest, particularly the Navajo (Diné), Pueblo, and Hopi peoples, whose weaving practices span centuries. Early Southwestern rugs were traditionally handwoven using hand-spun wool and natural dyes derived from plants, minerals, and insects, resulting in the warm, grounded color palettes that define the style. Geometry lies at the heart of Southwestern design, with compositions built from repeating diamonds, stepped forms, zigzags, crosses, and linear motifs arranged through symmetry and rhythmic repetition. Color plays a defining role, with classic palettes rooted in clay reds, sand, charcoal, ivory, indigo, and muted blues inspired by desert landscapes, open skies, stone, and earth. In more contemporary interpretations, these tones have softened into washed grays, pale blues, and neutral variations, preserving the spirit of the tradition while allowing Southwestern rugs to integrate seamlessly into modern interiors.