Celeste Rugs 9x12'2'' Slate, Blue Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug

Vibrant turquoise serves as the foundation for this hand-knotted Oushak rug, featuring whimsical geometric motifs and delicate botanical elements. Vertical columns with medallions create a rhythmic flow throughout the rug, while the ivory border with traditional floral patterns provides a refined frame. Handcrafted from premium wool, this piece offers durability and plush comfort, ensuring it stands the test of time. The blend of vibrant turquoise with more neutral tones creates a balanced color palette that works well in various interior styles.

• Exact Size: 9x12'2"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Slate, Blue, peach, Lime, Navy, Beige, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL20770

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.