Celeste Rugs 8'7''x12 Rust, Lime Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug
CL20795
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Featuring a calming sage green field, this hand-knotted Oushak rug is a refined masterpiece with intricate floral and geometric motifs in ivory, tan, and beige. The delicate floral medallions and stylized geometric designs offer visual interest without overwhelming the space. Woven with premium wool on a cotton foundation, it delivers luxurious comfort while ensuring enduring quality. Ideal for creating a serene, elevated ambiance, this rug complements a range of décor styles from modern farmhouse to transitional.
- Exact Size: 8'7"x12
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Rust, Lime, Ivory, Rose, Blue, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: CL20795
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.