Turkish rugs are as widely loved today as they were in the 13th century, and antique and vintage Oushak rugs and carpets are known specifically for their bold geometric patterns and fine quality. With a name derived from the town of Uşak, Turkey, in western Anatolia, the Oushak textile style — also spelled Ushak — originated in the 15th-century Ottoman Empire, but its aesthetic has influenced weaving around the world, especially through the export of rugs to Europe.
The distinctive Oushak “medallion” pattern has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds. Traditionally, the edges and empty spaces are filled with arabesque details or floral motifs. Both patterns can repeat in infinite directions, allowing for versatility in diverse sizes of hand-knotted authentic Oushak carpets, wall hangings and rugs. It’s believed that similar Iranian designs inspired the artistry of Turkish weavers, possibly through commissions by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror.
While production of Oushak rugs accelerated for an international audience, they also maintained domestic popularity, including covering the floors of palaces and mosques. Owing to their deep colors and exemplary construction, Oushak area rugs woven by hand became status symbols abroad, with Henry VIII depicted standing astride an Oushak rug in a 16th-century portrait by Hans Holbein the Younger. The rugs and carpets made for export had rougher weaves while European copies proliferated as demand expanded into the 19th century. And beyond the authenticity of antique and vintage rugs in general, the geometric styles of Oushak rugs are appealing to interior designers because they work so well in today's homes.
The market has changed with a global increase in machine-fabricated carpets, yet handmade designs continue to be produced in Uşak with contemporary rug companies like Kirkit working with skilled artisans in the area.
Find vintage Oushak rugs and carpets, folk art and other Oushak furniture on 1stDibs.
4'x10'3" Denim Blue, Hand Knotted Fine Peshawar, Wool Wide Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Denim Blue, Hand Knotted Fine Peshawar with Floral Motifs, Densely Woven Organic Wool, Wide Runner Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months ...
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$285Sale Price|44% Off
Green & Blue Floral Design Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Rug
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This modern Turkish Oushak rug is a stunning piece of art that has been handwoven using traditional techniques by skilled artisans. The rug features intricate patterns and a soft col...
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4'x5'10" Medium Gray Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Medium Gray, Hand Knotted, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Natural Dyes, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tr...
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$1,103Sale Price|30% Off
6.6.x10.2 Ft Hand-Knotted Floral Patterned Vintage Central Anatolian Wool Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Vintage handmade sun-faded rugs are a type of traditional textile that have been woven by hand using natural fibers such as wool or cotton. These rugs were typically made in regions ...
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Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th Century Turkish Anatolian rug Measures: 2'10'' x 5'3''.
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Zabihi Collection Distressed Colorful Antique Turkish Oushak 19th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Distressed Oushak Rug Details rug no. j3375 size 9' 9" x 15' (297 x 457 cm) Turkish Oushak rugs have become the one of the top decorative rugs of ...
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$1,710Sale Price|40% Off
8.6x11 Ft Mid-Century Handmade Anatolian Oushak Large Area Rug in Beige
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
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Room Size Modern Oushak Wool Rug with Beige Floral Field
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful contemporary Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This Oushak rug has a scattered light brown spray of vine scroll in an all-over floral design with tone on ton...
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6'x6' Dim Gray Afghan Peshawar Birds Design Hand Knotted Soft Wool Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Dim Gray, Afghan Peshawar, Tree of Life, Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, 100% Wool, Round, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 I...
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Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Turkish Anatolian small runner 2'7'' x 5'7''
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4'x12'3' White Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Cotton White, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Veggie Dyes, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Wide Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 In...
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$3,486Sale Price|30% Off
9.5x12.7 Ft Vintage Handmade Oushak Rug in Soft, Muted Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug in a very soft, muted palette of beige, khaki, ecru, tan, fawn a. The rug features two floral medallions at both ends of the field that is f...
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2'7"x7'10" Luxe Blue Afghan Angora Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Afghan Angora Oushak, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanshi...
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Zabihi Collection Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An absolute stunning one of a kind old Oushak with bright and cheerful colors. Coral red field, teal border with gold, ivory and terracotta color shades. A very fun rug to decorate a...
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$2,539Sale Price|25% Off
8'x10'7" Light Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak Pure Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Light Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Colorful Flowers Natural Dyes, Pure Wool Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for mont...
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Whispers of Serenity: A Vintage Turkish Oushak of Subtle Harmony and Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
52957 Vintage Pastel Turkish Oushak Rug, 04'08 x 07'06. Bathed in a palette of sunlit neutrals and whispering pastels, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug captures the ...
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$10,500Sale Price|25% Off
Turkish Oushak Rug, Large Antique
Located in Bradenton, FL
This large, 10' 6" X 12' 6", Antique Turkish Oushak rug is a traditional rug originating in western Turkey. Rug has wonderfully muted colors of soft cream, yellow, pink and orange, a...
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$3,832Sale Price|25% Off
12'x17'9" Harbor Gray Hand Knotted Supple Oushak Wool Oversized Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Supple Collection, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oushak Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsma...
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Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug with Geometric Patterns in Brown and Rust Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x12 rug from the Modern Classics Collection by Rug & Kilim is from a new line inspired by antique Oushak rugs. Hand-knotted in wool & sari silk, its design enjoys geometric mot...
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$1,791Sale Price|25% Off
2'8"x16' Blue Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Denim Blue, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Vegetable Dyes, Hand Knotted, Soft and Shiny Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.2...
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$368Sale Price|40% Off
3.8x6.8 Ft Hand Knotted Turkish Wool Rug, Floral Pattern Vintage Floor Covering
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Rustic French Rococo Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50655 vintage Turkish Oushak rug with Rustic French Rococo style. Balancing rustic sensibility with romantic connotations, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug beautiful...
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$914Sale Price|25% Off
3'x9'8" Gray Afghan Angora Oushak Floral Motifs Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Coin Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with Floral Motifs, Hand Knotted, Veggie Dyes, Pure Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tra...
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$2,810Sale Price|25% Off
2'10"x23'6" Blue Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Wool Hand Knotted Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Bayern Blue, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft Wool, Natural Dyes, Hand Knotted, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...
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$522Sale Price|40% Off
4x5.7 Ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Accent Rug with Neutral Colors, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
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$9,000Sale Price|20% Off
New Contemporary Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
80930 New Contemporary Oushak rug, 10'01 x 13'10.
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The Celestial Circle: A Vintage Crimson Indian Oushak of Imperial Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79332 Vintage Round Oushak Rug, 08'01 x 08'01. With its commanding circular form and opulent palette, this hand-knotted wool vintage Oushak rug from India radiates a sense of timeles...
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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak room size carpet. A stepped ivory cartouche-form medallion is set on a soft medium brownfield surrounded by lesser rayed and square abstract motives and sup...
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Vintage Blue Turkish Oushak Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
52256 Vintage Blue Turkish Oushak Rug, 04’07 x 07’06. Combining elements of Modern Rustic style with a sense of relaxed refinement, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug ...
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Antique Oushak Carpet, Beige Field, Persian Style
Located in New York, NY
This western Turkish workshop carpet shows a well-distributed all-over Herati design detailed in brown and green on a beige ground. The main border features a palmette, rosette and l...
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The Serenity Garden: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Biophilic Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
52312 Vintage Muted Turkish Oushak Rug, 03'06 x 06'06. Infused with the essence of Biophilic Design, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug serves as a harmonious bridge b...
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$716Sale Price|30% Off
Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Wool Area Rug with Medallion Design
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s featuring an elegant medallion design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the f...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 19'0'' X 15'0''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Oversize Turkish Oushak Rug 19'0'' X 15'0'', Wool rug on a wool foundation.
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$2,228Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 04'04 x 08'09
Located in Dallas, TX
50634 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug Runner, 04'04 x 08'09. This exquisite hand-knotted wool antique Turkish Oushak rug runner captivates with its rich history and masterful craftsmanshi...
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Antique Oushak Carpet 19th Century Turkish Area Rug in Arts and Crafts Colors
Located in New York, NY
This antique Turkish Oushak rug is an exceptional and dynamic example in very good condition for its age. Made in the late 19th century. With colors that reflect the Arts and Craft...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74047 Antique Turkish Oushak rug with Traditional style. Sophisticated and refined with a French Victorian style, this hand knotted wool antique Turkish Oushak rug charms with ease. ...
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Oversize Modern Oushak Wool Rug In Tan Color with Floral Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a hand-knotted rug showcasing a floral design. The background is tan with brown borders and is further accentuated with multi-color accents. This rug measures 11'4" x 15'5".
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$2,375Sale Price|25% Off
4'x11'9" Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Olive Green , Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Vibrant Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Wide Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile he...
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$1,594Sale Price|25% Off
3'1"x19'10" Gainsboro Gray Angora Oushak Oversized Oriental Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Angora Oushak, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanship techn...
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Turkey Area Rug - Oushak Design - Navy Blue
Located in Dallas, TX
The Timeless Appeal of a Turkish Oushak Rug Discover the enduring charm and exquisite craftsmanship of this Turkish Oushak rug, a piece that seamlessly bridges centuries of tradition...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Diamond shaped center medallion with sprawling oversized serrated leaves atop an open abrashed ground. Corner spandrel overlays loosely reciprocate the contour of the main medalli...
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$1,238Sale Price|30% Off
6.4x10 Ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Oushak Area Rug in Beige & Green
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s featuring an elegant medallion design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the f...
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$1,399Sale Price|25% Off
2'9"x15'6" Ivory Angora Oushak Tree Design Soft Wool Hand Knotted XL Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Ivory Angora Oushak With Cypress Tree Design Soft Velvety Wool Hand Knotted Oriental XL Runner Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in...
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3'x8'1" Camouflage Green Runner Angora Oushak Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Angora Oushak, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanship techn...
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$5,118Sale Price|25% Off
Gray Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Soft Wool Oversized Rug 12'0" x 15'2"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Long Runner with Rose and Pink
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'2 x 14'0. This vintage Oushak runner contains a unique blend of cheerful colors and an intricately beautiful design. The multi-layered diamond medallions are complemented...
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$1,215Sale Price|25% Off
3'9"x12'1" Gray Hand Knotted Wool Afghan Angora Oushak Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Fossil Gray, Hand Knotted, Afghan Angora Oushak with Colorful Leaf Design, Vegetable Dyes, 100% Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...
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8'4"x9'9" Hand Knotted Monochromatic Gray with Touches Of Blue Angora Oushak Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hand Knotted Monochromatic Gray With Touches Of Blue Angora Oushak Pure Wool Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the cent...
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Oversize Designed 19th Century Turkish Oushak Wool Rug with Olive Yellow Field
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite hand knotted square wool rug from the 19th century Turkish Oushak collection features a stunning olive-yellow color field, complement...
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Modern Sultanabad Handmade Floral Beige and Gray Square Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Sultanabad hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This Sultanabad rug has brown, gray, and blue accents in a gorgeous all-over classic floral pattern design. T...
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Modern Oushak Handmade Orange Wool Rug With Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This beautiful modern Oushak wool rug showcases a vibrant orange field complemented by an intricate floral motif meticulously hand-knotted for unparalleled craftsmanship. This rug ...
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Traditional Antique Hand-woven Dusty-Rose Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Turkish Oushak rug has a dusty peach-rose field with a profusion of angled palmettes and floral motif vines, in a slate stylized palmette border, between ...
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Bobyrug’s nice vintage Turkish rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century Turkish Anatolian rug with nice geometrical and tribal design and nice colours with a light blue field and white and purple and orange in design. Entirely hand kno...
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$838Sale Price|40% Off
4.2x11 ft Vintage Runner Rug for Hallway. Kitchen Rug. Stair Rug. Corridor Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring the timeless charm of Anatolian craftsmanship into your home with this stunning, authentic Turkish runner rug. Hand-knotted in the 1960s, this piece features a rare and sophist...
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Handmade Contemporary Oushak Wool Rug with Floral Pattern in Tan
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Style Turkish wool rug features a charming tan color base and is hand-knotted with utmost attention to detail. With stunning peach and brown accents, it displays a capti...
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$899Sale Price|40% Off
5x12.2 Ft Vintage Oushak Runner Rug in Beige, Handmade Turkish Corridor Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Step into a world of timeless elegance with this vintage handmade Anatolian runner rug, crafted from a luxurious blend of wool and cotton in a soothing beige hue. This exquisite piec...
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Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream, Taupe, Ivory Geometric Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 9x12 rug, originating from India, is from a new line of Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection, inspired by vintage and antique Oushak rug d...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Shaker Style
Located in Dallas, TX
73772 vintage Turkish Oushak rug with Feminine Shaker style 04'08 X 06'01. Effortless beauty and simplicity meet soft, bespoke vibes with a modern Shaker style in this hand knotted w...
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Fine Antique Allover Design Celadon Green Oushak Rug with Blush Pink Border
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Oushak carpets are heirs of a very long standing tradition. As rugs of this type were woven in western Anatolia since the Golden Age of the Ottoman empire in the 16th century...
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$605Sale Price|44% Off
Multicolor Handwoven Turkish Oushak Rug, Geometric Design 2'10" x 4'9" #4314
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Discover the vibrant charm of this Multicolor Handwoven Turkish Oushak Rug, featuring an eye-catching geometric design. Measuring 2'10" x 4'9", this exquisite piece combines traditio...
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