This 5x7 antique Agra rug is an exceptional turn-of-the-century curation from Rug & Kilim's collection of its esteemed provenance—a rich piece of fine execution with exemplary colors in its marriage of burgundy red and a light green-blue border, made with hand-knotted wool and originating from India circa 1890-1900,
On the Design:
While it enjoys the exemplary traits of a quintessential Agra—including but not limited to its deep, saturated red field and the particular emphasis of geometric lotus motifs throughout its all over floral patterns—admirers of the craft will particularly appreciate both the brightness of its accents and the subtly impressive range of these brighter tones. The borders and field repeats alike enjoy such a play of creams, light pinks, light blues, and camel gold tones, all of which a student of the style can recognize from others of the provenance while their particular arrangement lends this piece its lesser-known beauties. One can't help but appreciate the touch of whimsy and levity they bring to such a traditional rug; the best of both world s and a brilliant find in Indian rugs with an understated Persian influence to their design. A marriage of intricacy and gentility, the geometric-floral lotus palmettes play gorgeously into the colorway—a symbol widely believed to represent rebirth seldom seen in these hues, size, and excellent condition.
Condition:
This antique Agra rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin.
