Celeste Rugs 9'3''x12'1'' Blue, Ivory Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug

Celebrating the elegance of Arts and Crafts design, this hand-knotted wool Oushak rug features a rich slate blue field with symmetrical floral and botanical medallions. The deep blue backdrop serves as a sophisticated canvas for the scattered rosettes in burnt orange, ivory, and geometric floral forms. Delicate vine work and abstract motifs fill the spaces between, offering organic texture and movement. The ivory border, adorned with complementary vine scrolls, enhances the overall composition’s artisanal appeal. Handwoven with premium wool on a cotton foundation, this rug demonstrates the artistry and quality of authentic Arts and Crafts-inspired craftsmanship, providing luxurious comfort and enduring beauty for years to come.

• Exact Size: 9'3"x12'1"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Blue, Ivory, Green, Burnt Orange, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL20830

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.