Beautiful Vintage Asian Dragon Design Cotton Agra Rug, Country Of Origin: India, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century – Sometimes, things are not as they appear at first. This magnificent vintage area rug might appear to be a classic oriental rug design at first, but it was created in the Indian city of Agra in the mid-20th century. One of the features that makes antique Indian Agra rugs stand out is their use of design elements from many different cultures, but they give them a touch that is distinctive and that reflects the unique qualities of its famous pieces.
The apparent Chinese influence of this design has an Art Deco feel in the lack of detail in the motifs. It also stands out from a traditional Chinese design in the placement of the motifs and the spacing of the elements, especially in the corners.
This oriental dragon design rug features bold colors and would be perfect for a Chinoiserie or Asian-inspired room. It would also be perfect for creating an elegant Boudoir, living room, or dining room design. The dragons on this vintage Agra hand knotted pile rug add a traditional flavor to the piece and a playful character, too. This cotton rug adds charm to a room with contemporary furniture.
The beautiful Agra rug is a statement piece that is perfect for a mid century modern design room or for modern furniture that features plenty of open space underneath. This vintage Indian area rug is the perfect piece of artwork for showing off under a glass top table or as the centerpiece for a conversation area. This piece is versatile enough to complement a range of contemporary and vintage design styles.