Celeste Rugs 9'1''x12 Mint, Burnt Orange Oushak Arts and Crafts Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Area Rug
CL20791
This hand-knotted Oushak wool rug embraces Arts and Crafts artistry with its refreshing mint green backdrop and vibrant floral medallions in burnt orange, gold, blue, and ivory. The rectangular design features a rich, multi-tonal palette with floral motifs and geometric borders, achieving balance and energy. Handwoven with premium wool on a durable cotton foundation, this piece combines luxurious underfoot comfort with lasting durability. Ideal for spaces that blend traditional elegance with contemporary design, this rug is both timeless and versatile.
- Exact Size: 9'1"x12
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Mint, Burnt Orange, Blue, Gold, Green, Ivory, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: CL20791
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.