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

This exquisite hand-knotted Oushak rug features a serene blue field with intricate floral medallions in rust, navy, and gold. The richly detailed border provides an elegant frame, enhancing the rug’s classical appeal. Crafted by skilled artisans with premium wool on a cotton foundation, this rug offers luxurious comfort and enduring durability. Its versatile design complements a variety of interior styles, making it the perfect addition to any living room, hallway, or office.

• Exact Size: 9x12'1"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Rust, Lime, Ivory, Tan, Blue, Peach, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL20802

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.