Celeste Rugs 8x9'11'' Hand Knotted Sarouk Traditional 150 KPSI Antique Finish Gold Wash Rust, Black New Zealand Wool Area Rug

An allover floral and vine pattern in rust runs against a deep black border, with sage, turquoise, taupe, and gold woven through for a layered, jewel-toned effect. An antique finish and gold wash have been worked into the pile after weaving, softening the colors and giving the wool a burnished glow closer to a rug several generations old. Sarouk field patterns are dense and formal by tradition, which makes this a good anchor for a dining room or a living room that can carry a saturated rug. Hand-knotted in New Zealand wool at 150 knots per square inch.

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 Avoid alkaline cleaners and bleach-based products, which will strip both the gold wash and the antique finish. Vacuum weekly with suction only, rotate once a year, and blot spills with a plain white cloth.

Construction Hand-knotted in New Zealand wool at 150 knots per square inch, then given an antique finish and a gold wash. Both treatments are applied after weaving and act on the color rather than the fiber, so the pile keeps its strength.

• Exact Size: 8x9'11"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: New Zealand Wool
• Color: Rust, Black, Sage, Turquoise, Taupe, Gold, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.6 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL21353
• Kpsi: 150

Story Behind the Art: Within the rug trade, the term Sarouk encompasses pieces woven in Arak, its surrounding villages, and the plains of Farahan in central IranÑan area long celebrated for its weaving excellence. In the 19th century, Sarouk rugs often displayed intricate allover designs such as the Herati and Gul Hennai, rendered with around 100 asymmetric knots per square inch on sturdy cotton foundations. By the late 1800s, inspired by the grandeur of Tabriz carpets, local weavers embraced a more formal aesthetic, producing factory-made rugs with central floral medallions and precise symmetry. This medallion style prevailed until the years following World War I, when Sarouk artisans pioneered a more open composition: graceful, detached floral sprays scattered elegantly across the field. This innovation became the defining hallmark of the Sarouk tradition, captivating global markets and collectors alike. Today, the influence of this design endures, with Sarouk-inspired rugs woven not only in Iran but also in India, Romania, and PakistanÑeach echoing the enduring beauty and legacy of Persian artistry.