Celeste Rugs 8x8 Round Hand Knotted Agra Traditional Gold Wash Black, Gold Wool Area Rug

A jet black field is an unusual starting point for an Agra, and the gold wash applied over it is what makes it work. An ornate floral field comes up out of the dark in maroon, rust, and mint, warmed by the finish rather than sitting flat against it. Round rugs are difficult to draw well, since the pattern has to resolve in every direction, and this one turns on a centered floral arrangement. Hand-knotted in fine wool at eight feet across, which fits a round table or the middle of an entry.

Individually woven by skilled artisans, each rug is a truly one-of-a-kind piece. This authentic craftsmanship results in a distinct work of art built to last for generations.

Care Rotate a round rug a quarter turn twice a year, as wear patterns show quickly on a circular shape. Vacuum with suction only, and avoid alkaline or bleach-based cleaners, which will strip the gold wash. 

Construction Hand-knotted in wool and finished with a gold wash, a treatment applied after weaving that softens the colors and lays a warm tone across the whole surface, the black ground included.

• Exact Size: 8x8
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Black, Gold, Maroon, Rust, Mint, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.6 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL21344

Story Behind the Art: The Indian rug industry reached its artistic peak during the Mughal era, particularly under Emperor Akbar, who established weaving centers in Agra, Delhi, and Lahore in the late 16th century. Initially influenced by Persian styles, these early rugs gradually evolved their own distinct visual language by the 17th century. Indian weavers began incorporating tighter knotting, silk-like wool, rich color palettes, and lifelike motifsNelements that would come to define the Indian rug aesthetic. This fusion of intricate craftsmanship and original design has given Indian rugs a timeless appeal and a global following. Among them, Agra rugs stand out for blending the grandeur of Persian tradition with unique Indian creativity. Known for their floral tendrils, angular vines, scrolling leaves, and large, finely detailed blossoms framed by bold borders, Agra rugs favor all-over patterns that radiate elegance and complexity.