This rug is not brightly colored.  The colors are muted.  The overall tone is warm and not dark or light - I would say mid-toned.  I think this pairs really well with taupe, brown, beige gold, grey and slate. Overall it is very versatile and adds a nice pattern and color without dominating the room at all.  I really love how it looks in my space.  
I just laid it down, but I fully expect the corners to flatten easily.