Teal Gold 5'11''x8'8'' Traditional Agra Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Deep chocolate brown and glowing gold take center stage in this teal and gold traditional Agra, a hand knotted wool Oriental area rug with the presence of a classic. Palmettes and vines that curl spread across the field in cream and butterscotch, and crimson blossoms punctuate the design like small flames. A gold border of generous width echoes the scrollwork of the center and lines its inner edge with tiny red buds, a detail that rewards a closer look. Teal in the colorway adds a cool counterpoint to the warm tones. The wool is hand knotted into a dense, velvety pile, and a subtle shimmer on the surface makes the colors shift as the light changes through the day. Persian-style in character and antique reproduction in spirit, this handmade rug brings welcome depth to a living room, dining room, bedroom, entryway or home office. If you are drawn to the warmth and depth of an oriental rug, this Agra offers both in a refined, timeless way, and it makes a confident base for a whole room. Its color depth makes the whole space feel more complete and inviting.

• Exact Size: 5'11"x8'8"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Teal, Gold, Orange, Blue, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21958

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.