THE BANJARA in PANJIM 12, decoded.
Made in the Bamrauli Kantara district of
Uttar Pradesh, India
A 3' x 5' rug is constructed through -
✷ 54,000 individual knots, woven by hand
✷ 3 weavers
✷ 58 days
✷ Hand-dyed 100% New Zealand wool
Every rug we make can be understood through three layers.
Once you see them, you won’t unsee them – not just in ours, but in any rug you come across.
01
Foundation
Simply what it’s made of. Wool, dyes, and base materials. This determines how a rug feels, how it holds color, and how it ages over time.
Our take
We don’t believe in “good enough” materials. Our rugs are made of 100% New Zealand Wool. No polyester and no fillers, which give it an incredible plush feeling underfoot. The wool is hand-dyed in small-batches with azo-free dyes making it safe for your babies and pet babies.
02
Construction
This is how the rug comes together. On a loom, knot by knot, through repetition and precision. This is where technique turns raw material into form. For us, each part of the process is measured in weeks and months, not hours.
Our take
This isn’t fast work, and it’s not meant to be. Every knot is tied by hand, building the rug slowly. Our rugs hold 25 knots per every square inch, meaning even our smallest 3 x 5 piece carries over 50,000 handwoven knots making your piece a true one of one. We value slowless. For us, time isn’t a cost. It’s the point.
03
Human Hand
The subtle variations that come from being made by people, not machines. No two rugs are perfectly identical, and that’s by design.
Our take
Perfection is easy to replicate, so we don’t correct the irregularities. The slight shifts in line, the changes in color – that’s what makes a piece unique and alive.
How to live with it
A rug is meant to be lived on — walked over, spilled on, stretched out on. In order for craft to live on, we celebrate it in our everyday life instead of preserving it like a museum artifact that is seldom seen.
Hand-knotted wool rugs are built to last. The density of knots and natural strength of wool make them resilient to everyday use. Regular vacuuming and occasional spot cleaning are usually enough. Natural wool is inherently stain-resistant and easy to maintain. Care for it the way you would anything you use and love – consistently, and without overthinking it.
A few terms you’ll come across on Agnya’s pages, explained simply.
HAND-KNOTTED
What it is
Each knot is tied individually by hand onto a loom.
Why it maters
Creates durability, detail, and longevity.
What you'll notice
A dense, textured surface that feels substantial underfoot.
KNOT COUNT
What it is
The number of knots per square inch.
Why it maters
The density allows for finer detail and stronger construction.
What you'll notice
Sharper patterns, smoother finish.
100% NEW ZEALAND WOOL
What it is
Natural fiber sourced from ethically bred sheep in New Zealand.
Why it maters
Durable, soft, and naturally resistant to stains.
What you'll notice
Warmth, slight texture, and depth in color.
AZO-FREE DYES
What it is
Dyes free from harmful synthetic chemicals.
Why it maters
Safer for your home, skin, and environment.
What you'll notice
Rich, nuanced color. Neither flat nor overly uniform.
LOOM
What it is
The frame on which the rug is constructed.
Why it maters
Holds the structure while every knot is tied.
What you'll notice
Consistency in form, with slight natural variation.
PILE
What it is
The surface of the rug formed by the cut ends of knots.
Why it maters
Affects softness, texture, and feel.
What you'll notice
A tactile, slightly varied surface.
HAND-DYED
What it is
Yarn dyed in small batches by hand.
Why it maters
Creates depth and subtle variation in color.
What you'll notice
Slight shifts in tone across the surface.
VARIATION
What it is
Natural inconsistencies in pattern or color.
Why it maters
Proof of human making, not machine repetition.
What you'll notice
No two pieces are exactly identical.
FINISHING
What it is
Final steps — trimming, washing, stretching the rug.
Why it maters
Refines the texture and stabilizes the structure.
What you'll notice
A balanced, complete feel.
