This 100-year-old antique rug brings the kind of rich, moody, lived-in warmth that makes a room feel instantly layered and deeply comfortable. Originating from Agra, India, a region celebrated for its centuries-old weaving heritage, this rug showcases a central geometric medallion framed by floral motifs, stylized cypress trees, and four distinct corner spandrels filled with octagonal rosettes. The entire design is beautifully enclosed by multiple intricate border bands featuring traditional geometric guard stripes and repeating sawtooth patterns.
Woven with 100% natural, vegetable dyed wool in rich mocha, sepia, warm beige, and more subtle neutral tones, it acts as a total chameleon in your space. Depending on the light and the direction of the nap, the colors shift effortlessly from deep, grounding earth tones to luminous golden neutrals as you walk around it.
It has sheen, from the sheep’s natural lanolin oils locked into the wool of the rug.
Beyond its gorgeous aesthetic, this is a heavy, exceptionally well-constructed piece built to handle everyday life with ease. It carries authentic antique character, including a few tiny, darker spots that showcase the long, rich life it has lived, alongside one corner area that has been professionally rewoven to ensure it stays in great shape for decades to come. Please see pics for full character and condition.
If you’ve been hunting for high-end historical style, substantial wool quality, and genuine vintage charm at an unbelievable value, this Agra is an absolute treasure and will represent!
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The Rug Rundown…
the wool…the weave…the wear
Size: 4'6 x 6'
Material: 100% Vegetable dyed wool
Construction: Hand knotted
Origin: India
Age: 1920s
Design: Central Medallion and Corner Spandrels with Cypress and Floral Motifs.
Condition: Good antique condition with minor life marks; one corner professionally rewoven.
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