Agra 1694

SKU:
1694

Description

7’ 8″ x 15’   Vintage Indian Agra Gallery Rug in  "Garden of Paradise" pattern from the 2nd quarter of the 1900s. The field has a Mogul court favorite design elements including the cypress trees, birds, and flowers.   The cypress tree is considered a universal symbol of immortality and was often used in the weaving of Persian and Indian rugs of the 16th-18th centuries.  This Agra rug has a very tight weave and wonderful lush wool with a beautiful palette of colors including green, blue, red, and saffron yellow.  The rug has a cream/light yellow color field and a gorgeous saffron color primary border with a design of leaves and branches.  Truly a gem of design.  Finally, this rug has the same design as SKU 1756, which is very rare to find two vintage rugs with identical design.

Dimensions:  7’ 8″ x 15’
Date of Manufacture:  2nd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin:  India
Material:  Wool on a cotton foundation with natural vegetable dyes
Condition:  Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1694

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