Celeste Rugs 9x12'1'' Blue, Gray Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug

This hand-knotted wool Oushak rug features a rich charcoal field adorned with geometric medallions in rust, gold, and ivory. The design is framed by an intricate geometric border, adding sophistication and depth to the piece. Handcrafted with premium wool on a cotton foundation, this rug offers both comfort and durability. Its bold color palette and intricate patterns make it an ideal focal point for a variety of interior styles, from modern to traditional.

• Exact Size: 9x12'1"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Blue, Gray, Burnt Orange, Gold, Green, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL20815

Story Behind the Art: The Arts and Crafts Movement emerged as a response to the mass production of inferior factory goods in the 19th century, championing originality and craftsmanship. Led by William Morris, the movement emphasized the importance of handcrafting over mechanized production and introduced a new design philosophy that celebrated nature within home interiors, reflected in furniture, upholstery, wallpaper, and rugs adorned with intricate patterns of fruits, flowers, and foliage. The influence of Morris’s rug designs has endured, becoming symbolic of Arts and Crafts rugs, which feature simple yet bold and informal designs rooted in nature. Over time, these rugs have expanded to include various styles, such as Art Nouveau (characterized by flowing, curvilinear lines and floral motifs), Mission-style, as well as geometric patterns inspired by Native American art, American Prairie style, and Caucasian rugs (hand-knotted rugs from a small region in the Middle East called the Caucasus). The natural motifs and rich color palettes of Arts and Crafts rugs contribute to their timeless versatility and enduring appeal.