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Bobyrug’s pretty antique oushak style Moroccan rug
Bobyrug’s pretty antique oushak style Moroccan rug

Bobyrug’s pretty antique oushak style Moroccan rug

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Nice early 20th century Moroccan rug with a design of the Smyrne and oushak rugs, with a white field, pink, green and orange in design, entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foun...

Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Carpet - c. 1820
Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Carpet - c. 1820

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Carpet - c. 1820

Located in New York, NY

An exceptionally rare and distinguished example of early 19th-century Anatolian craftsmanship, this Antique Oushak Rug, woven around 1820, showcases the enduring artistry and distinc...

Category

1820s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Bobyrug’s pretty antique large Spanish oushak rug
Bobyrug’s pretty antique large Spanish oushak rug

Bobyrug’s pretty antique large Spanish oushak rug

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Very beautiful large early 20th century Spanish rug with a beautiful all over design with palmettes and in the style of the antique oushak rugs, with beautiful colours with a white b...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Carpet - c. 1880
Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Carpet - c. 1880

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Carpet - c. 1880

Located in New York, NY

Bold, regal, and richly decorative, this antique Turkish Oushak rug exemplifies the artistic mastery and opulent color palette that define classical Anatolian weaving.

Category

1880s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Oushak Runner in Vintage Bone and Red
Oushak Runner in Vintage Bone and Red

Oushak Runner in Vintage Bone and Red

Located in New York, NY

Ref 76253

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Shabby Chic Oushak Runner in Neutral Wool
Shabby Chic Oushak Runner in Neutral Wool

Shabby Chic Oushak Runner in Neutral Wool

Located in New York, NY

Ref C62326

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Ivory and Beige Oushak Rug, Early 20th Century
Ivory and Beige Oushak Rug, Early 20th Century

Ivory and Beige Oushak Rug, Early 20th Century

Located in Harrington Park, NJ

A highly versatile neutral toned Oushak rug from the early 20th century with beautiful warm cream and ivory color palette.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Tan With Brown Carpet (Size Adjusted)
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Tan With Brown Carpet (Size Adjusted)

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Tan With Brown Carpet (Size Adjusted)

Located in New York, NY

A remarkable example of early 20th-century Anatolian craftsmanship, this antique Turkish Oushak rug captures the enduring beauty and artistry of village weaving traditions.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Rug 10.8x9.2
Antique Oushak Rug 10.8x9.2

Antique Oushak Rug 10.8x9.2

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 11.8x10.0
Antique Oushak Rug 11.8x10.0

Antique Oushak Rug 11.8x10.0

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique High-Quality Wool Handwoven Turkish Oushak Rug
Antique High-Quality Wool Handwoven Turkish Oushak Rug

Antique High-Quality Wool Handwoven Turkish Oushak Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Oushak (or Ushak) rugs originate from the small town of Oushak in west-central Anatolia, which is located just south of modern-day Istanbul, Turkey.

Category

Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Abstract Turkish Oushak
Antique Abstract Turkish Oushak

Antique Abstract Turkish Oushak

Located in Los Angeles, US

ntique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

1920s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Floral Design Rug 11'6''x10'8'
Antique Turkish Oushak Floral Design Rug 11'6''x10'8'

Antique Turkish Oushak Floral Design Rug 11'6''x10'8'

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Rug 11.8x9.1
Antique Oushak Rug 11.8x9.1

Antique Oushak Rug 11.8x9.1

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 15.9x12
Antique Oushak Rug 15.9x12

Antique Oushak Rug 15.9x12

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

18th Century Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 9.5x6.9
Antique Oushak Rug 9.5x6.9

Antique Oushak Rug 9.5x6.9

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 12.7x10.2
Antique Oushak Rug 12.7x10.2

Antique Oushak Rug 12.7x10.2

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Rug 11.2x9.2
Antique Oushak Rug 11.2x9.2

Antique Oushak Rug 11.2x9.2

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 13.0x9.3
Antique Oushak Rug 13.0x9.3

Antique Oushak Rug 13.0x9.3

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

handwoven in Oushak Turkey circa 1880. A village workshop weaving of Classic style and structure.

Category

19th Century Turkish Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Rug 11.10x7.7
Antique Oushak Rug 11.10x7.7

Antique Oushak Rug 11.10x7.7

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 8.9x7
Antique Oushak Rug 8.9x7

Antique Oushak Rug 8.9x7

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 11.3x8.2
Antique Oushak Rug 11.3x8.2

Antique Oushak Rug 11.3x8.2

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 7.8x5.6
Antique Oushak Rug 7.8x5.6

Antique Oushak Rug 7.8x5.6

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Oushak Rug 6.10x4.1
Antique Oushak Rug 6.10x4.1

Antique Oushak Rug 6.10x4.1

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

Early 1900s Other Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Geometric Warm Tan Rug - c. 1920
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Geometric Warm Tan Rug - c. 1920

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Geometric Warm Tan Rug - c. 1920

Located in New York, NY

This stunning 1920s Turkish Oushak rug exemplifies the masterful craftsmanship and aesthetic nuance that define Anatolian weaving traditions.

Category

1920s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Handwoven Antique Circa-1900 Orange Floral Oushak Runner
Handwoven Antique Circa-1900 Orange Floral Oushak Runner

Handwoven Antique Circa-1900 Orange Floral Oushak Runner

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Oushak rugs, originating from the town of Uşak in western Turkey, are celebrated for their luxurious textures and timeless designs.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Colorful Turkish Oushak Rug
Colorful Turkish Oushak Rug

Colorful Turkish Oushak Rug

Located in New York, NY

2nd quarter of the 20th Century accent size colorufl oushak rug. 3'11'' x 6'11''

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Country Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Beige Rug - c. 1900 (Size Adjusted)
Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Beige Rug - c. 1900 (Size Adjusted)

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Beige Rug - c. 1900 (Size Adjusted)

Located in New York, NY

This striking antique Turkish Oushak rug masterfully captures the richness of Anatolian weaving heritage, blending bold geometric structure with sophisticated artistry.

Category

Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Palace Size Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Zabihi Collection Palace Size Antique Turkish Oushak Rug

Zabihi Collection Palace Size Antique Turkish Oushak Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century colorful palace size Turkish Oushak rug. 15'5'' x 22'10''

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Floral Light Beige Rug - c. 1900
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Floral Light Beige Rug - c. 1900

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Floral Light Beige Rug - c. 1900

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite antique Turkish Oushak (Ushak) rug, dating from the early 20th century, exemplifies the refined artistry and timeless elegance characteristic of Ushak weaving traditio...

Category

Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Geometric Tan Rug - c. 1900
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Geometric Tan Rug - c. 1900

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Geometric Tan Rug - c. 1900

Located in New York, NY

This monumental antique Turkish Oushak rests on a softly mottled ivory-beige field shot through with pale tan abrash, giving the surface a gently aged, sun-kissed patina.

Category

Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Wool Late 19th Century Handwoven Oushak Rug
Antique Wool Late 19th Century Handwoven Oushak Rug

Antique Wool Late 19th Century Handwoven Oushak Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The sandy-yellow field with an overall design of bold palmette vine surrounded by angular floral motifs and serrated leaves, in a broad soft terracotta-red border of ivory and shaded...

Category

Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Hand-Woven Antique Multi-colored Floral Oushak Runner
Hand-Woven Antique Multi-colored Floral Oushak Runner

Hand-Woven Antique Multi-colored Floral Oushak Runner

Located in West Hollywood, CA

About Antique Oushak Rugs Antique Oushak rugs, originating from the small town of Oushak in western Turkey, are prized for their exceptional craftsmanship, luxurious wool, and unique...

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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Early 20th Century Ivory Turkish Oushak Carpet
Antique Early 20th Century Ivory Turkish Oushak Carpet

Antique Early 20th Century Ivory Turkish Oushak Carpet

Located in Closter, NJ

Oushak carpets are named after the large town in western Anatolia (Turkey) where they were woven.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Runner
Antique Turkish Oushak Runner

Antique Turkish Oushak Runner

Located in New York, NY

A colorful small runner size antique Turkish Oushak from the early stages of the 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

1930's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style
1930's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style

1930's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

51454 Vintage Earth-Tone Turkish Oushak Rug, 07'00 x 11'03. Like an ancient parchment softened by centuries, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug reveals its secrets in ...

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite antique Turkish Oushak rug, measuring approximately 14' x 12', embodies the timeless elegance and artistic tradition of early 20th-century Anatolian weaving.

Category

Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Rug in Red with Floral Medallions
Antique Oushak Rug in Red with Floral Medallions

Antique Oushak Rug in Red with Floral Medallions

Located in Long Island City, NY

Condition: This antique Oushak rug further enjoys pristine condition, for its age and origin.

Category

1920s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - Size: 11'7 X 9'2
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - Size: 11'7 X 9'2

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - Size: 11'7 X 9'2

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, are a type of Turkish rug that originates from the city of Oushak (also spelled Ushak) in western Turkey.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique  Turkish Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, Unusual
Antique  Turkish Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, Unusual

Antique Turkish Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, Unusual

Located in Evanston, IL

Explore the legacy of Anatolian rugs, a term that encompasses the rich tapestry of carpets woven in Anatolia and its surrounding regions. Geographically, this area aligns with the hi...

Category

Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique  Turkish Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, Unusual
Antique  Turkish Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, Unusual

Antique Turkish Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, Unusual

Located in Evanston, IL

Explore the legacy of Anatolian rugs, a term that encompasses the rich tapestry of carpets woven in Anatolia and its surrounding regions. Geographically, this area aligns with the hi...

Category

Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

A grand monument design with soft subdued peach tones and golden saffron colors enriches this lustrous hand spun wool Antique Turkish Oushak from the late 19th century. Rug Numbe...

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Late 19th Century Turkish Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, AS IS
Antique Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, AS IS

Antique Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, AS IS

Located in Evanston, IL

Explore the legacy of Anatolian rugs, a term that encompasses the rich tapestry of carpets woven in Anatolia and its surrounding regions. Geographically, this area aligns with the hi...

Category

Mid-19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, AS IS
Antique Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, AS IS

Antique Oushak Yastik Anatolian Rug, AS IS

Located in Evanston, IL

Explore the legacy of Anatolian rugs, a term that encompasses the rich tapestry of carpets woven in Anatolia and its surrounding regions. Geographically, this area aligns with the hi...

Category

Mid-19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

1910's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style
1910's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style

1910's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

72327 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 08'01 x 11'00. Woven from the heart of Anatolia’s golden age, this hand-knotted wool rare antique Turkish Oushak rug whispers tales of bygone splend...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

19th Century Turkish Oushak Rug 13'9" X 10'10"
19th Century Turkish Oushak Rug 13'9" X 10'10"

19th Century Turkish Oushak Rug 13'9" X 10'10"

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period.

Category

19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - Size: 12'7 X 10'2
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - Size: 12'7 X 10'2

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - Size: 12'7 X 10'2

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, are a type of Turkish rug that originates from the city of Oushak (also spelled Ushak) in western Turkey.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Kork

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Soft Beige Rug - c. 1900
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Soft Beige Rug - c. 1900

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Soft Beige Rug - c. 1900

Located in New York, NY

A splendid example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this oversized antique Oushak rug from Turkey showcases the enduring legacy of Anatolian weaving traditions.

Category

Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900 (Size Adjusted)
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900 (Size Adjusted)

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900 (Size Adjusted)

Located in New York, NY

This majestic antique Turkish Oushak rug (size adjusted), handwoven circa 1900, is a testament to the enduring elegance of Anatolian weaving traditions.

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Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Angora Wool Oushak Rug
Angora Wool Oushak Rug

Angora Wool Oushak Rug

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th century full pile Angora Oushak rug. Oushak rugs are prized for their rich looks as well as for their high quality and exceptional beauty, which makes them excellent de...

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19th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool, Angora

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Soft Beige Rug - c. 1900
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Soft Beige Rug - c. 1900

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Soft Beige Rug - c. 1900

Located in New York, NY

This magnificent antique Oushak rug from the early 20th century exemplifies the renowned weaving tradition of the Oushak region in Turkey.

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Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Light Gray Rug - c. 1925
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Light Gray Rug - c. 1925

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Light Gray Rug - c. 1925

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional antique Turkish Oushak rug, measuring 14' x 11', exemplifies the time-honored artistry of Anatolian weaving, dating back to the early 20th century.

Category

1920s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Floral Medallion Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900
Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Floral Medallion Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900

Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Floral Medallion Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900

Located in New York, NY

The rug's grand scale and harmonious palette make it a stunning example of Oushak's renowned carpet craftsmanship. The rug's field is a deep and vibrant indigo blue, serving as a dr...

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Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Oushak

Materials

Wool

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Antique Oushak For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique oushak for your home. An antique oushak — often made from fabric, wool and angora — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique oushak — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique oushak, designed in the Arts and Crafts, Mid-Century Modern or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique oushak has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mehraban Rugs and Rug & Kilim are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Oushak?

Prices for an antique oushak start at $119 and top out at $1,000,000 with the average selling for $20,000.

Finding the Right Turkish-rugs for You

Antique and vintage Turkish rugs, with their ruby reds and misted blues, their entwined botanical designs and rhythmic geometries, are as beloved today as they were in the 13th century, when the Turks of the Seljuk Empire began weaving these vibrant carpets in Anatolia.

A Turkish rug is simply one made in Turkey or the former Ottoman empire, employing the region’s unique traditional methods and weaves. Varieties range from flat-woven kilims to lush knotted rugs, known as hali, many of which are created with Ghiordes, or Turkish, knots. Whereas in other knots, the weft (crosswise) yarn is wrapped around one warp (lengthwise) yarn, in Ghiordes knots, it is wrapped around two, imparting lushness and durability. In addition to knotting techniques, Turkish rugs differ in their motifs — naturalistic or stylized, geometric or figurative — which often reflect the region where they were made.

The main types of Turkish rugs, as Milan-based carpet dealer Alfredo Levi explains it, are kilim, typified by a plain slit-tapestry weave, which leaves a gap, or slit, between sections woven with different yarns in different colors; sumak, made with weft wrapping, for a sturdier flat-woven carpet; and cicim, which he describes as “a type of sumak with extra brocade techniques typical of the tribes and villages of central Anatolia.

Within each type, there are various regional styles. Among these are Bergama carpets, characterized by bright reds and strong medallions; thick-piled Tulu rugs; and Konya rugs, which Marco Polo is said to have called “the most beautiful in the world.” With their strong tribal motifs and hot-red wefts of especially luxurious wool, Konya carpets are especially prized by collectors.

Also treasured are Oushak (or Ushak) rugs, with their complex, intricate designs and warm earth tones of saffron, cinnamon, blue, ivory and gold; and Hereke carpets, originally created exclusively for Ottoman sultans, using the finest silk. For Jason Nazmiyal, of New York carpet dealer Nazmiyal Antique Rugs, “a good Turkish rug is when the colors are harmonious.” This is true of both modern and antique Turkish rugs, but the hues have changed over the centuries, thanks to both technology and changes in culture and taste.

Patterns, too, have evolved. Although many weavers continue to produce traditional designs, others reinterpret their cultural heritage in contemporary terms, with bolder ornamentation and more geometric motifs. Contemporary Turkish rugs also are seldom made by hand and often incorporate synthetics into the weave, for cost-effectiveness and a durability suited to 21st-century life.

Find antique and vintage Turkish rugs for your home on 1stDibs. At The Study, read about how to take care of your antique or vintage rug as well as how to choose the right rug for your space.

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