Shabby Chic Antique Indian Agra Rug 43689

Shabby chic rug, Antique Indian Agra Rug, India, circa Turn of the Twentieth Century – Here is a truly unique and remarkable antique Oriental rug – an antique shabby chic Agra rug that was woven in India around the turn of the twentieth century. An excellent example of the unique and exciting ways that fine antique rugs tend to show their age, this Agra Indian carpet features a sophisticated allover pattern and intriguing colors. A large carpet, this fascinating example is an evocative work of art from its beautifully formed classical borders to its mesmerizing allover pattern. The borders consist of classically proportioned inner and outer borders: the smaller inner and outer borders feature rich and finely wrought detail work, while, the larger primary border features similar ornamentation albeit it on a modestly larger scale. The complex allover pattern that unfolds throughout the field of this antique Indian carpet from Agra consists of an interlocking lattice supported by floral and vegetal detail elements. The entire piece espouses a strong antique aesthetic, as the carpet has worn in a unique way over the years. A unique and intriguing example, this antique Agra carpet is a fascinating composition.