Introducing the "Soft Melody" Oushak rug from India. This traditional rug features a navy background and a grey border, creating a stylish and timeless design.

Handwoven by artisans in and around the city of Agra, India, the Soft Melody rug showcases the perfect blend of tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation. The luxurious material used for this rug is a blend of imported, long-staple New Zealand wool (comprising 50-75% of the blend) and either superior local wool or South African wool, resulting in a shinier and more lustrous finish.

Each knot of the Soft Melody rug incorporates a single thread, creating a denser and nubbier texture. The use of an asymmetrical Persian-type knot further enhances the rug's visual and tactile appeal. With a density of 6x6, the intricate craftsmanship of this rug ensures robustness and intricate design clarity.

Constructed with a 100% wool pile and cotton foundations, this rug is tightly spun and mostly double-wefted. Its pile height is approximately 3/8 inch, providing a plush feel underfoot. The handspun nature of the yarn gives each rug a unique aesthetic, showcasing subtle color variations due to artisanal dyeing techniques.

The Soft Melody Oushak rugs are known for their resemblance to traditional 19th-century Turkish Oushaks, with comparably large knots and a thick, single-ply yarn that adds a delightful nubby texture. Unlike rugs with thicker piles that may hide texture, the more subdued pile of Soft Melody Oushaks allows the nubbier texture to stand out, adding depth and character to the rug.

With its high-quality wool and chromium dyes imported from Switzerland, the Soft Melody rug resists fading and maintains its vibrant hues over time. This rug is a testament to the rich history of rug weaving and a fine example of the craftsmanship found in Indian rug making.