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121 X 190cm Fine Antique Agra Rug
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for sale €2,282     $2,477
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121 X 190cm Fine Antique Agra Rug

1900 - 1920
Description

It looks like a Belouch but is actually a very fine quality rug made in Northern India around 1900. Really beautiful, shimmering wool and gorgeous dark, rich colours. In faultless, original condition, full pile allover. Built like a tank this rug will easily last another 125 years and provide warmth and artistic stimulation throughout.

4'0" x 6'3"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Agra Wool Rug to the 1900s.

Independent Date Check ID 09711864
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 95-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Hand-knotted construction visible on the reverse: traditional rug making.
Geometric motifs in rich reds and dark blues: classic design elements.
White fringes at the ends: the warp threads of the foundation.
Full pile across the surface: well preserved.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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SA1244552
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My lifelong passion is for the most beautiful handwoven, antique rugs, carpets and textiles made by mankind. Feel free to chat to me at any time, with any questions you may have about cleaning or repairs, sourcing a specific size or colour combination, I'm here to help.

Description
It looks like a Belouch but is actually a very fine quality rug made in Northern India around 1900. Really beautiful, shimmering wool and gorgeous dark, rich colours. In faultless, original condition, full pile allover.
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Built like a tank this rug will easily last another 125 years and provide warmth and artistic stimulation throughout.
James Cohen Antique Carpets

4'0" x 6'3"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Agra Wool Rug to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09711864
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 95-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Hand-knotted construction visible on the reverse: traditional rug making.
Geometric motifs in rich reds and dark blues: classic design elements.
White fringes at the ends: the warp threads of the foundation.
Full pile across the surface: well preserved.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244552
James Cohen Antique Carpets
James Cohen Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2021

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles 16th-19th centuries

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A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail.
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Archive I A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail.

121 X 190cm Fine Antique Agra Rug

Archive II A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View II
Archive III A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View III
Archive IV A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View IV
Archive V A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View V
Archive VI A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View VI
Archive VII A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View VII
Archive VIII A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View VIII
Archive IX A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View IX
Archive X A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail. View X
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James Cohen Antique Carpets

James Cohen Antique Carpets
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A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail.
121 x 190cm Fine Antique Agra Rug
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A hand-knotted rectangular wool rug featuring geometric central medallions on a navy blue field within a deep crimson red border with fringe detail.
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  • ObjectArea Rugs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional Oriental
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourDeep Red & Navy Blue
  • MotifsGeometric medallions, Serrated diamonds, Stylised tree motifs, Multi-banded border

This fine antique area rug originates from Northern India around 1900 and exhibits a traditional Oriental style. Constructed with wool and cotton, the piece displays a rich deep red and navy blue colour scheme with pale gold accents, finished with white fringed ends. The rectangular textile features a navy blue field filled with geometric central medallions, serrated diamonds, and stylised tree motifs, enclosed within a multi-banded deep crimson red border containing repeating geometric patterns. Measuring 121 cm by 190 cm, the rug has a full pile in original condition with visible hand-knotted texture. The piece suits placement on timber or stone flooring in a study, library, or hallway, adding traditional pattern and warmth to interior spaces.

FAQs

Agra rugs originate from the historic weaving centres of Agra, India, a tradition that flourished under Mughal rule in the 16th century. Historically influenced by Persian carpet designs, weavers adapted these motifs into distinct geometric and floral patterns featuring rich vegetable dyes.

Traditional Agra carpets are hand-knotted using natural hand-spun wool pile constructed onto a cotton or wool warp and weft foundation. The wool is historically dyed using plant-based and mineral pigments to achieve deep red, navy, and earth tones.

An authentic hand-knotted rug shows slight variations in pattern alignment and color shading, known as abrash. Inspecting the underside reveals individual knots visible on the back that mirror the front design, along with hand-bound selvages and integrated end fringes.

Interior designers use deep red antique rugs to ground minimalist or contemporary rooms, providing warmth and historic contrast against polished concrete or light oak floorboards. The rich colours complement dark wood furniture, leather upholstery, or neutral linen seating.

Preserve wool rugs by vacuuming regularly using suction only without a rotating beater bar. Rotate the carpet annually to distribute foot traffic evenly, use a quality rug pad underneath to reduce fiber friction, and spot clean spills immediately with mild water and natural soap.
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