Antique Indian Agra Carpet BB7421 13'0" × 23'4" $90,000

A vibrant example from our collection of early 20th century Indian Agra antique carpets, the rich tomato red field with a palmette, cloud band and vinery trellis overall within a walnut curving leaf border.

Although distinguished by captivating history and indisputably mesmerizing appearance, antique Agra rugs are hard to tell apart from other examples of fine Indian weaving. In fact, these fascinating floor coverings are even difficult to classify as they vary considerably is terms of size, design and composition. Nonetheless, some of the most impressive and breathtaking examples of paramount craftsmanship has been seen on indian oriental rugs. In general, antique oriental rugs most often exhibit open fields with minor medallions and spandrels, surrounded by tasteful floral borders.