Black Abstract Expressionist Lion Hand Knotted Wool Viscose Contemporary 5.6x8 Area Rug

There are rugs that command a room — and then there are rugs that own it. This hand knotted wool and viscose 5.6x8 area rug belongs firmly in the second category. From a deep charcoal-black field — rich, velvety, alive with the natural texture of hand-spun wool — a charging lion erupts in an explosion of gestural energy unlike anything else in the room. The mane and body lines radiate outward in ivory-white, warm peach-gold, burnt-orange, rust-red, teal-blue, and burgundy — glowing like light against the dark ground, like electricity against a night sky. The lion’s face is luminous ivory-peach at the centre, the eyes fierce and direct, staring forward with an intensity that stops every person who enters the room. No border interrupts the composition. Edge-to-edge abstract expressionist art, woven knot by knot into the floor.

The deep charcoal-black field is not flat — it has the natural texture and depth of hand-spun wool, the viscose threads woven through the pile adding a cool, natural lustre that makes the glowing gestural lines seem to float above the surface. This is the most dramatic of the three colourways — the dark ground amplifying every line, every colour, every gesture to maximum effect. Crafted at 80 knots per square inch by master artisans in Bhadohi, India — the city that has been weaving the world’s finest hand knotted rugs for over 400 years — this piece carries that heritage in every thread. A rug for people who know the difference.

Key Information

• Hand knotted craftsmanship — premium quality built to last generations
• Most dramatic colourway of the abstract expressionist lion series — glowing gestural lines erupting from a deep charcoal-black field
• Mane and body lines in ivory-white, peach-gold, burnt-orange, rust-red, teal-blue, and burgundy — glowing like light against the dark ground
• Luminous ivory-peach lion face — fierce, direct eyes that command every room
• White gestural lines radiating outward like electricity against a night sky
• Edge-to-edge composition with no border — pure wall-to-wall abstract expressionist art
• Deep charcoal-black field — rich, velvety, alive with natural wool texture and viscose lustre
• Premium wool and viscose blend — warmth of wool, natural lustrous sheen of viscose
• In stock — Ready to ship within 1–2 business days
• Supports master artisan communities in Bhadohi with 400+ years of weaving heritage

Specifications

Care and Maintenance

• Vacuum regularly using suction-only mode — no beater bar
• Blot spills immediately with a clean dry cloth — never rub
• Use pH-neutral wool-safe cleaner (5.5–8.0) for spot cleaning
• Professional cleaning recommended every 12–18 months
• Avoid excessive moisture on viscose fibres
• Do not machine wash or steam clean
• Rotate every 3–6 months for even wear
• Keep away from direct sunlight to preserve black field depth and viscose lustre
• Trim loose threads carefully with scissors — do not pull

Shipping and Returns

• Shipping: FREE Shipping via FedEx or UPS. In stock — ships within 1–2 business days!
• Quality Guarantee: Free returns if defective, damaged, or doesn’t match our listing
• Change of Mind Returns: Return shipping for the 5.6x8 size is a flat rate of $75 to ensure safe and insured transport.

Why You’ll Love It

This black abstract expressionist lion wool and viscose hand knotted area rug does something the ivory and grey versions cannot — it makes the gestural lines glow. Against the deep charcoal-black field, every ivory-white line, every peach-gold stroke, every teal-blue accent radiates with an intensity that transforms the room. Interior designers and collectors choose it for:

• Most dramatic colourway of the abstract expressionist lion series — glowing gestural lines against a deep charcoal-black field
• Luminous ivory-peach lion face — fierce, direct eyes that command every room
• Edge-to-edge composition with no border — pure wall-to-wall abstract art, maximum visual impact
• Wool and viscose blend — rich velvety depth from wool, subtle natural lustre from viscose
• 80 KPSI hand knotted craftsmanship — extraordinary detail and long-term durability

Highlights

• ✓ Authentic hand knotted craftsmanship — 80 knots per square inch
• ✓ Premium wool & viscose blend — natural lustre & lasting durability
• ✓ Abstract expressionist lion — glowing gestural lines erupting from a deep charcoal-black field
• ✓ Most dramatic of the three colourways — night-sky energy, maximum visual impact
• ✓ Edge-to-edge composition — no border, pure wall-to-wall abstract art
• ✓ Supports master artisan communities in Bhadohi
• ✓ In stock 5.6x8 ft — Ready to ship in 1–2 business days
• ✓ Perfect for contemporary, art-forward, eclectic, and collector interiors