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SKU #: KR20863
12x18
Traditional
Hand Knotted
Primary color is Burgundy. Colors in this rug include: Black, Green, Gold, Moss, Peach, Multi
New Zealand Wool
1
Agra
India
Botanical
New
New With Tags
Burgundy creates a rich ground for this hand-knotted Agra area rug, carrying a dense allover pattern of scrolling leaves, palmettes, and small floral clusters in gold, green, moss, and peach. Hand-knotted from New Zealand wool on a cotton foundation, this wool rug features a plush high pile that gives the botanical pattern noticeable texture, dimension, and softness underfoot. The layered floral design offers a formal presence while the warm color palette adds depth and inviting character, making the rug easy to place in traditional living rooms, dining spaces, sitting rooms, or larger interiors that need a refined focal point. The scale and density of the pattern give this handmade rug a substantial decorative look, while the durable wool construction supports regular use and long-lasting comfort. As an oriental area rug with classic Agra-inspired detail, it brings warmth, pattern, and elegant craftsmanship into the room. Color Note: Your rug may appear slightly different in person than it does on screen. Device displays can oversaturate color, and pile direction can catch and reflect light differently, changing how each shade appears from one angle to the next. We photograph each rug carefully and recommend watching the product video for a more accurate sense of its tones before ordering. If you have questions, we are happy to help.
Story Behind the Art: India’s rug-making tradition flourished during the Mughal era, reaching a remarkable level of artistic sophistication under Emperor Akbar, who established major weaving centers in Agra, Delhi, and Lahore in the late 16th century. Although early Indian rugs drew heavily from Persian design influences, they gradually developed their own distinctive character by the 17th century. Indian artisans began using tighter knotting, fine silk-like wool, deep and varied color palettes, and realistic motifs that helped define the Indian rug aesthetic. This union of careful craftsmanship and imaginative design has allowed Indian rugs to retain their timeless appeal and broad recognition. Agra rugs are especially notable within this tradition, blending the elegance of Persian style with uniquely Indian artistry through floral tendrils, angular vines, scrolling leaves, and large detailed blossoms framed by bold borders in sophisticated all-over compositions.














