{"product_id":"warmbeige-handknotted-wool-cl20998","title":"Celeste Rugs 8'8\"x11'9\" Hand Knotted Agra Traditional Arts \u0026 Crafts Warm Beige Gold Wool Area Rug","description":"Inspired by heritage Agra weaving and shaped by an Arts \u0026amp; Crafts sensibility, this carpet unfolds an ornate arrangement of scrolling tendrils and flower heads. Master artisans hand-knot high-grade wool over a sturdy cotton warp, crafting a velvety pile with the enduring quality to anchor a room for decades. An expansive warm beige canvas carries palmette and tendril motifs in rust, gold, peach, and muted green, enclosed within a rich gold ornamental border.\n\nIndividually 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.\n\nConstruction: Hand-knotted from high-grade wool over a sturdy cotton warp, chosen for its velvety feel and enduring quality across a large format.\n\nCare \u0026amp; Maintenance: Vacuum regularly using suction only, avoiding a rotating beater bar. Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth, and rotate the rug periodically so the expansive beige canvas wears evenly. Professional cleaning is recommended to keep the gold ornamental border rich and defined.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 8'8\"x11'9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Warm Beige, Gold, Turquoise, Sage, Peach, Rust, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: CL20998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory 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 motifsÑelements 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celeste Rugs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51572651098427,"sku":"CL20998","price":2199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/2086\/9435\/files\/A20998_20shopify_20cl.jpg?v=1787303768","url":"https:\/\/celesterugs.com\/products\/warmbeige-handknotted-wool-cl20998","provider":"Celeste Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}