Early 20th Century Indian Cotton Agra Carpet

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Early 20th Century Indian Cotton Agra Carpet ( 4' x 6'9" - 122 x 206 )

Agra
Located in the … Read more Early 20th Century Indian Cotton Agra Carpet ( 4' x 6'9" - 122 x 206 )

Agra
Located in the north-central India about 120 miles south of Delhi, rugs have been woven in this city since about 1600, but it is still controversial whether any of the carpets attributed to Isfahan more actually Agra products. The 19th century situation is clearer: carpets employing the same overall pattern of palmettes and curving vines on ruby red grounds in large, square sizes, are the iconic type. In later 19th century work, the design becomes smaller and denser, the weave heavier, and the red approaches cranberry. Other designs include copies or interpretations of classical Persian patterns, especially after 1890. many very large pieces were woven by inmates of the Agra City Jail on contract to western importers. Good Agras are always in demand and can bring six-figure prices at auction.

General Rug Type: Indian
Specific Rug Type: Agra
Circa: 1930
Ground Color: Rose Pink
Border Color: Purple
Origin: India
Material: Wool
Weave: Pile - Knotted
Shape: Rectangle
Width: 4' ( 122 cm )
Length: 6' 9" ( 206 cm ) See less