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.
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Accent Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Wool symmetric knots on a wool foundation. The classic “Turkey red” field features a spacious design of straight diagonal branches, palmettes, a central rosette, leaves, and other mo...
Wool
$1,641Sale Price|25% Off
6'1"x9' Cloud Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Cloud Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with Tribal Medallions Natural Dyes, Extra Soft Wool Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tr...
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Early 20th Century Antique Oushak Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period. Historians attributed to them many of the great masterpieces of early Turkish...
Wool, Cotton
Contemporary Turkish Oushak Floral Wool Rug In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
This modern Turkish hand-knotted wool rug showcases a beige field with a captivating multicolor floral pattern. This rug measures 8'10" x 12'1".
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Nazmiyal Collection Antique Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Oushak Rug with Golden Tones, Country of origin: Turkey, Circa date: 1900
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Modern Handmade Oushak Style Wool Rug With Beige Field
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a beige color field. This Piece has brown and blue accent colors in a gorgeous all-over floral motif. This rug measures: 12'5" x 1...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 2'11" x 5'10"
Located in Whittier, CA
The Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug measuring 2'11" x 5'10" presents a lively composition that reflects Anatolian artistry in a compact format. Its central medallion, rendered in orange, ...
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Antique Oushak Rug in Brown with Blue Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool from Turkey circa 1920-1930, an antique 9x13 Oushak rug - latest to enter our Antique and Vintage collection. On the Design: The piece carries an air of art d...
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Turkish Oushak Wool 3X19 Gold, Ivory & Charcoal Handmade Runner Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: New Origin: Turkey Design: Oushak Actual size: 3' 2" X 18' 6" Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors: Gold, Gray, Ivory & Charcoal Content: Wool
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug in Green Field, Red, Orange & Rich Colorful Accent
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug in Green Field and Colorful Accents. Keivan Woven Arts Rug / 13-1214, Green Antique Oushak, antique green Oushak. Meas...
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Vintage Hand-Knotted Beige Turkish Oushak Rug, Wool, 4'9" x 9'2", 1940
Located in New York, NY
4'9 X 9'2. Hand-woven in Turkey where rug weaving is the culture rather than a business. Rugs from Turkey are known for the high quality of their wool their beautiful patterns and wa...
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Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug In Teal Green With All Over Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 12x15 rug from the Modern Classics Collection features a teal field, gold and rust tones along with geometric-floral patterns in informal whimsy and elegance together that keeps...
Wool, Silk
$2,799Sale Price|20% Off
New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Transitional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52885, new contemporary Turkish Oushak rug with Modern Transitional style. Blending elements from the modern world with gracious gray hues, this hand knotted wool contemporary Turkis...
Wool
$775Sale Price|40% Off
4.7x13 Ft One-of-a-Kind Handmade Vintage Anatolian Runner Rug for Hallway
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage Turkish runner rug in red, brown and beige. It was hand-knotted in the 1960s with low wool on cotton foundation and features a multiple medallion design. It is in very good...
Wool, Cotton
New Grayish-Blue Oushak Square Area Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
31059 Modern Gray Square Oushak Rug, 08'10 x 08'09. This enchanting hand-knotted wool Oushak rug features a modern twist on traditional design, bringing an elegant touch to any space...
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Vintage Ushak Carpet Oushak Soft Color Turkish Revival Rug Usak Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
The town of Ushak, north of Denizli, is probably one of the most important and renowned carpet centers. Carpets have survived since the 16th century and can be seen in several museum...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Russian Karabagh Square Rug with Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
51170 Antique Russian Karabagh Square Rug with Traditional Modern Style. This hand-knotted wool antique Russian Karabagh rug features a striking all-over geometric pattern enclosing ...
Wool
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Soft Gray and Vibrant Orange 2'10 x 4'5
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'10 x 4'5 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Soft Gray and Vibrant Orange 2'10 x 4'5. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug EN-176567, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 19...
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Nice antique distressed European rug oushak design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful early 20th century large European rug with a design of the antique Turkish oushak rugs and nice colours with a red background and green, purple, brown, yellow and white, en...
Wool, Cotton
9x12 Ivory & Blue Colourful Oushak Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool ( JC-7963)
Located in agra, uttar pradesh
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our high-quality hand-knotted traditional wool rug. Rug Features: ⚫ CUSTOMIZE in any SIZE ⚫ Material- 100% Wool ⚫ Weave- Hand-knotted in India ⚫ C...
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Turkish Oushak in Olive Green, Soft Pink, Marigold and Terra Cotta Tones c.1890
Located in Hudson, NY
Late 19th century Oushak with gorgeous natural dyes in an olive green field, with soft pink, marigold and terra cotta. The rich green field and large graphic scale to the design make...
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Luxury Traditional Hand-Knotted Oushak Light Blue & Cream 14X24 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Large, exaggerated village carpet designs with a warm tonal palette. Each hue is carefully curated, contributing to a symphony of warmth that transforms any space into a haven of coz...
Wool
1950's Turkish Oushak Carpet Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
53215 Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Elizabethan Medieval style. Rich in detail with a traditional feel and well-balanced symmetry, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak ...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner With Medallions in Red & Multi Colors 2'10 x 14'
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'10 x 14'0 Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Medallions in Red and Multi Colors. Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-NED-4686, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa mi...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Soft Earth-Tone Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
53691 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug 7'05 x 12'10. Showcasing effortless beauty and soft, bespoke vibes, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug beautifully embodies romantic c...
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Antique Red Oushak Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Turkish Design, 10' x 12'6, 1900
Located in New York, NY
10' x 12'6. The soft peachy-red central field of this antique Oushak rug is surrounded by a magnificent border in soft greens filled with flower heads and trailing vines. The central...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Arts & Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53080, vintage Turkish Oushak rug with Arts & Crafts style. Imbued with architectural elements of naturalistic forms in earthy-inspired colors, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish...
Wool
$1,279Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Traditional Style, Anatolian Prayer Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
52748 Vintage Anatolian Turkish Oushak Prayer Rug, 03'02 x 06'02. A piece of spiritual heritage and timeless artistry, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak prayer rug offers...
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Bobyrug’s Very beautiful antique distressed 18th century Turkish Koula rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite distressed 18th-century Turkish Koula antique rug, meticulously handwoven with wool-on-wool craftsmanship. This exceptionally rare piece, though showing signs of age and we...
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New Ushak Carpet Turkish Central Anatolian Wool Hand Woven Oushak Ushak Rug
Located in Tokyo, JP
Discover the unparalleled beauty of our Ushak carpets from the finest lambs' wool. Each rug is a testament to the artistry of skilled weavers, ensuring an exceptional quality that is...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Vintage Turkish Carpet, Timeless Appeal Meets Stylish Durability
Located in Dallas, TX
51249 Vintage Turkish Yastik Rug, 01'08 x 03'08. This exquisite hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Yastik rug embodies a subtle elegance with its barely-there design and neutral earth...
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Turkish Oushak Rug Lavender Coral Gold Handwoven Wool Rug 3'1" x 10'6"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Lavender Coral Gold Handwoven Wool Rug 3'1" x 10'6" This 3'1" x 10'6" Turkish Oushak rug showcases a lively geometric medallion pattern in soft lavender, coral, a...
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Apadana's Blue Modern Oushak Handmade Oversize Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern oversize Oushak hand knotted wool rug with a blue field. This Oushak rug has multi-color accents all-over a gorgeous botanical floral design. This rug measures 1...
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Unique Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Neutral Field, Coral Accents, circa 1910s
Located in New York, NY
The only dark colors are the wandering corals vines outlining the corners. The beige subfield is internally hooked, stepped and end-pointed. Pale straw accents. Sandy border with bro...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Terracotta, 1940
Located in New York, NY
7'5 X 11'2. Even today, Oushak rugs are still the first choice of professional interior designers. Sometimes this is because when grading Oushak carpets, carpet connoisseurs will not...
Wool
Antique Red Turkish Oushak Rug
By Thomas Eakins
Located in Dallas, TX
78743 Antique Red Turkish Oushak Rug, 11'08 x 13'06. Exhibiting a bold and expressive design rich in detail and texture, this antique red Oushak rug, hand-knotted from wool, mesmeriz...
Wool
Tribal Medallion Design Turkish Antique Kars Oushak Rug in Warm Brown Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'0" x 9'0" Tribal Medallion Design Turkish Antique Kars Oushak Rug in Warm Brown Tones. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-16579, country of origin / type: Turkey / Kars Oushak, c...
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8x10 Gray Wool Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Oushak Wool Rug ( G-12228 )
Located in agra, uttar pradesh
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our high-quality hand-knotted traditional wool rug. Rug Features: ⚫ CUSTOMIZE in any SIZE ⚫ Material- 100% Wool ⚫ Weave- Hand-knotted in India ⚫ C...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Shield stylized center medallion with central floral bouquet in sharp serrated lightening contour. Corner spandrel overlays reciprocate the contour of the main medallion. Main bor...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Hand-Woven Turkish Oushak Rug, Wool, Camel/Gray/Ivory, 1940 5'6x8'2
Located in New York, NY
5'6 X 8'2. Hand-woven in Turkey, where rug weaving is a cherished cultural art rather than mere commerce. Turkish rugs are celebrated for their superior wool, intricate patterns, and...
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak room size carpet handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 10' 0" x 12' 11"
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8x10 Light Purple Colourful Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( G-12321 )
Located in agra, uttar pradesh
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our high-quality hand-knotted traditional wool rug. Rug Features: ⚫ CUSTOMIZE in any SIZE ⚫ Material- 100% Wool ⚫ Weave- Hand-knotted in India ⚫ C...
Wool
$32,000
Antique Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
This antique Oushak rug originated from a small town of the same name in western Turkey. This region has been a major rug-producing area since the beginning of the Ottoman empire. Th...
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Allover Floral Modern Oushak Style Wool Rug Handmade in Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
This wool rug in the Oversize Oushak Style is a stunning example of expert craftsmanship and attention to detail. Its intricate floral pattern, adorned with beige and brown accents, ...
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Brown, Tan, Sand & Ivory Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Floral Center Medallion
Located in Atlanta, GA
Brown, tan, and ivory vintage Turkish Oushak rug with floral center medallion, rug TU-ARS-538, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa mid-20th century This vintage Turkish...
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Wide Vintage Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
This wide west Anatolian runner displays ten scalloped octofoil medallions in pale green, dark brown and beige on a rather worn abrashed red ground with half side medallions and a st...
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Anatolian carpet from the mid-20th century with cotton highlights.
Wool, Cotton
$3,999Sale Price|20% Off
Modern Rustic Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Rustic Artisan Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50419, modern rustic vintage Turkish Oushak rug. This vintage Turkish Oushak rug with modern style features a grand center medallion in an open field surrounded by contrasting spandr...
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1960's Pink Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53560 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 05'03 x 09'04. Bathed in the soft glow of time, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug exudes an ethereal beauty, its antique-washed hues...
Wool
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner, Wide Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
52388, vintage Turkish Oushak runner, wide hallway runner. This hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runner features five floral lobed diamond...
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New Modern Light Gray Turkish Oushak Carpet with Contemporary Style
Located in Dallas, TX
54004 New Modern Light Gray Turkish Oushak Rug, 09'10 x 14'01. Woven in the storied heart of Anatolia, this hand-knotted wool modern Turkish Oushak rug is a refined symphony of subtl...
Wool
1950 Turkish Kurdish Kars Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50379 Earth-Tone Vintage Turkish Kars Rug, 07'06 x 11'10. Woven in the golden heartlands of northeastern Turkey, this hand-knotted wool vintage Kars rug captures the poetic spirit of...
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Gray Modern Handmade Floral Oushak Style Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a gray color field. This Piece has beige and brown accent colors in a gorgeous all-over floral design. This rug measures: 9'10" ...
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak large room size carpet. The unusual abrashed light blue ground shows a three column Yaprak (‘Leaf’) and two column palmette pattern accented in sky blue, ru...
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$31,785Sale Price|35% Off
Antique Turkish Floral Oushak Rug in Cream, Rust Red, Orange and Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Turkish Floral Oushak Rug in Cream, Rust Red, Orange and Green, Rug 17-0103, Origin/Turkey. This finely woven antique large Oushak rug...
Wool
$23,999Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Ivory, Muted Shrimp, Soft Coral
Located in Port Washington, NY
West Anatolia is one of the largest weaving regions in Turkey. Since the 15th century, Turkish rugs have always been on top of the list for having fine Oriental rugs. Oushak rugs su...
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8x10 Pink Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( JC-8206 )
Located in agra, uttar pradesh
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our high-quality hand-knotted traditional wool rug. Rug Features: ⚫ CUSTOMIZE in any SIZE ⚫ Material- 100% Wool ⚫ Weave- Hand-knotted in India ⚫ C...
Wool
1960's Earth-Tone Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77707 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 07'02 x 10'00. A vision of restrained grandeur and enduring refinement, this vintage hand-knotted Turkish Oushak rug embodies the rarefied beauty of...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Mid-Century Modern Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53056, vintage Turkish Oushak rug with Mid-Century Modern Tribal style. Blending tribal charm, ancient symbolism and Folk Art warmth, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak ru...
Wool
$71,999Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Turkish Oriental Rug, Beige, Taupe, Soft Salmon
Located in Port Washington, NY
West Anatolia is one of the largest weaving regions in Turkey. Since the 15th century, Turkish rugs have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs. Oushak rugs su...
Wool