71600 Oversized Antique Indian Agra Rug, 16'00 x 28'00.
Imperial Grandeur: The Sepia Majesty of an Antique Indian Agra Masterpiece
A creation of royal distinction from the Late 19th Century, this monumental hand-knotted wool antique Indian Agra rug stands as a masterwork of imperial refinement and enduring artistry. Woven during the height of India’s Golden Age of textile production, this palatial carpet embodies the essence of luxury once reserved for the grand halls of maharajas and colonial estates. Its vast expanse, covered in intricate Herati motifs, reveals an orchestration of detail so precise it seems to shimmer like fine embroidery. The sumptuous sepia and garnet tones—softened by time—lend this extraordinary masterpiece an air of patinated splendor, where history and opulence converge in quiet conversation.
The exceptional composition is a study in disciplined beauty. An allover iconic Herati lattice unfolds across the field with hypnotic regularity, each motif woven as though part of a sacred geometry. This sense of infinite repetition was long associated with paradise gardens, a concept central to Mughal aesthetics, symbolizing eternal harmony and divine balance. Subtle abrash gradations move through the rug like the gentle fading of dusk, giving the textile a living, breathing quality—proof of its age, authenticity, and the natural dyes that have mellowed into perfection.
Framed by a distinguished palmette border and an ensemble of delicate guard bands, the design radiates architectural strength and painterly sophistication. The interplay of sienna, ochre, and umber imbues the piece with depth and gravitas, evoking the grandeur of Agra’s sandstone palaces and intricately carved latticework. Such coloration and refinement were hallmarks of elite commissions, often made for European aristocrats or princely households during the British Raj—rugs not merely for function, but for display, status, and reverence.
Owning an exquisite work of art of this caliber is to possess a fragment of India’s regal heritage. It transcends decorative purpose, becoming an heirloom of quiet authority and cultivated taste. In vast salons, hospitality spaces, or private estates, it serves as both anchor and statement—its presence commanding yet serene. For the discerning collector, this antique Agra is more than woven art; it is an enduring symbol of sophistication, history, and the timeless language of prestige.
Perfect for a large entertaining space, hotel lobby, lounge area, state room, great room, drawing room, country club, academic library, golf locker room, trophy room, private Chambers, great room, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, royal suite, billiards room, owners retreat, dining room, living room, or formal sitting room. Well-suited for a variety of interior styles: Traditional, Modern, Victorian, Neoclassical, Elizabethan, English, Manor House, Tudor, London Proper, Baroque, Renaissance, Hepplewhite, Hollywood Regency, Queen Anne, Regal, Eastlake, Aesthetic Movement, Edwardian, and Old World style.
- Rendered in variegated shades of burgundy, maroon, wine, rose, mauve, beige, sand, tan, ecru, coffee, and olive green with other accent colors.
- Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in India.
- Measures: 16'00 x 28'00.
- Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 16 x 28 Rug.
- Date: 1880s. Late 19th Century.
