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.
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8.4x12 Ft Hand Knotted Vintage Large Wool Rug from Milas / Turkey, 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-...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Anatolian rug. An overall soft palette dominates this rustic scatter with a soft beige hexagonal field centering a stepped beige and purple medallion. Rust-gold hal...
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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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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
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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 10' x 13' Room Size Rug in Acid Green
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Oushak carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century in acid green, 10' x 13' room size rug. Measures: 10' 8" x 12' 8".
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Vintage Circa 1940 Beige/Ivory Turkish Oushak Hand-Woven Wool Rug 3'8 x 9'2
Located in New York, NY
3'8 X 9'2. 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 ...
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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. The ivory field centers a beige four armed medallion with stylized pendants amid a scatter fill of floral chains and other vegetal forms. ...
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Zabihi Collection Early 20th Century Orange Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
1900s Antique Oushak Runner in dominanyorangey red tones Details rug no. j3057 size 3' 1" x 11' 9" (94 x 358 cm) rug type Oushak
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An exciting and bold early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug with a wonderful large-scale stylized floral patterned field woven in gold, crimson, and salmon, and set against a light tu...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Pale Taupe, Beige and Soft Grey Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'0 x 3'3 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Pale Taupe, Beige and Soft Grey Tones. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug /EN-810, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940. A...
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8x10 Red Colorful Fishes Plush Feel Wool Hand Knotted Rug ( G - 14133 )
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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Orange Antique Turkish Oushak Wool Rug Handmade With Medallion Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Antique Turkish hand knotted wool rug with an orange color field. This rug has a designed frame with tan, beige, and goldenrod accent colors in a gorgeous all-over medallio...
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Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Runners, Matching Hallway Runners
Located in Dallas, TX
51794-51795 Pair of Matching Vintage Turkish Oushak Rugs. In this stunning hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug, the marriage of modern rustic style and timeless elegance is ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Smyrna Oushak Rug, 12'06 x 18'08
Located in Dallas, TX
74864, late 19th century antique Turkish Smyrna rug with Modern Northwester style. With its bold expressive design, incredible detail and texture, this hand...
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Modern Hand-Knotted Oushak Wool Rug with Floral Design, Turkey
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Modern oversize Oushak hand knotted wool rug with a green field. This Oushak rug has multi-color accents all-over a gorgeous botanical floral design. This rug measures ...
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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Large Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak large carpet handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 14' 4" x 17' 8"
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Colorful Oushak Turkish Rug, Modern Regencycore Meets Bridgerton Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53796 Colorful Pastel Oushak Turkish Rug, 12'00 x 14'11. Enveloped in an air of regal enchantment, this exquisitely hand-knotted Turkish Oushak rug is a masterpiece of timeless elega...
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$7,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Hallway Runners with Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50442-50443 Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Hallway Runners with Mid-Century Modern Style. This pair of vintage Turkish Oushak carpet runners bring a warm and historical feel with the...
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$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Tribal Style and Amulet Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
51392, Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Tribal Style and Amulet Pattern. This striking Turkish Oushak rug features a triple amulet pattern in time-softened colors. The vintage Oushak ...
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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. An enormous, bold reversing turtle palmette border on a salmon-buff ground makes a powerful frame for the ivory, flower-filled stepped me...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug with a fabulous central medallion with a stylized floral cross, living amidst a field of even more stylized flowers and scrolling v...
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New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Runner with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53585 New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Runner with Modern Style 03'01 x 15'11. This hand-knotted wool contemporary Turkish Oushak runner features an all-over geometric pattern spread ...
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Vintage Turkish Kars Rug, Earth-Tone Elegance Meets Nomadic Romance
Located in Dallas, TX
53723 Vintage Earth-Tone Turkish Kars Rug, 05'06 x 11'06. A true masterpiece of understated luxury, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Kars rug offers a rare and refined interpre...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Rustic Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53058, vintage Turkish Oushak rug with Modern Rustic Tribal style. With vibrant colors and rustic sensibility, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug is poised to impress....
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$737Sale Price|40% Off
Hand-Knotted 1960's Oushak Area Rug with Floral Design in Beige Colors
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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Ararat Rugs Oushak Palmette Lattice Rug Ushak Turkish Revival Carpet Natural Dye
By Ararat Rugs
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 museums. In the 17th century great quantities of Ushak carpets were made for the royal houses of Europe, often incorporating crests; many Christian churches, not only in Transylvania, were often decorated with very large pieces. According to their structure and patterning, there are several types of Ushak carpets: the star Ushak, the medallion Ushak, the ‘bird’ carpet (with a white background, the name relates to the shapes of the field motifs), and ‘Chintamani’ carpets (often with a white background and three-ball pattern, mostly in connection with cloud bands). Many great painters have ensured the survival of Ushak carpet designs by including them in their works. Two representatives of the Ushak group take their name from such renowned artists: pieces with plaited band medallions in several variations are named ‘Holbein’ carpets after Hans Holbein, the younger; ‘Lotto’ carpets refer to the painter Lorenzo Lotto...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug Size: 12'6" × 16'5" (381 × 500 cm) This elegant antique Turkish Oushak rug, represents the finest traditions of Anatolian weaving from the early 20th cent...
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Nazmiyal Collection Large Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 14 ft x 19 ft 10 in
Located in New York, NY
Large Light Blue Beautiful Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Country of Origin: Turkey, Circa Date: 1900
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Nazmiyal Collection Antique Turkish Ghiordes Rug. 3 ft 10 in x 5 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Ghiordes Rug, Country Of Origin: Turkey, Circa date: 1918. Size: 3 ft 10 in x 5 ft 9 in (1.17 m x 1.75 m)
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$785Sale Price|40% Off
3x11.4 Ft Vintage Hand-Knotted Turkish Oushak Runner Rug for Hallway Decor
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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14x19 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug Muted Seafoam & Ochre Palace Size
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Palace-sized 14 x 19 antique Turkish Oushak rug showcases the timeless elegance of Anatolian artistry. Featuring a rare, oversized format, the rug is defined by a serene seafoam...
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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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Exceptional Antique Turkish Decorative Oushak Rug on Rose Pink Background Color
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Carpet ( 10'5'' x 12'6'' - 318 x 382 )
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Zabihi Collection Early 20th Century Orange Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
early 20th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Runner Details rug no. j3644 size 3' 3" x 9' 8" (99 x 295 cm)
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Antique White Ground Oushak Rug with Large Scale All-Over Design
Located in Milan, IT
A refined and elegant oversize Oushak carpet, distinguished by a large scale, all-over pattern consisting of parallel and offset rows of four-p...
Wool
$1,070Sale Price|20% Off
2'7"x9'8" White Caucasian Gul Motifs Pure Wool Hand Knotted Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Chiffon White, Aryana Collection, All Over Caucasian Gul Motifs, High Mountain Wool, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height...
Wool
$23,600Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet (DK-104-71)
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful antique carpet from the prolific Oushak region in Western Turkey, featuring a well-known design, at least since the seventeenth century. The design is often referred to a...
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The Anatolian Cipher: A Modern Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Monumental Poise
Located in Dallas, TX
54041 Light Blue New Turkish Oushak Rug, 13'00 x 17'07. This hand knotted modern Turkish Oushak rug is a refined, atelier-grade interpretation of classical Anatolian geometry—designe...
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4x30 Navy Blue Fish Hand Knotted Runner For Hallway / Staircase Rug ( G - 14850)
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
$14,900
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
76859 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 12'01 x 13'05. With its striking appeal and saturated red color palette, this hand-knotted wool antique Turkish Oushak rug appears like a sumptuous I...
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Antique Shabby Chic Decorative Turkish Oushak Soft Pink Oversized
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Carpet ( 17' x 19'8" - 218 x 600 )
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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
$1,271Sale Price|20% Off
2'8"x14' Gray Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches ...
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Ivory Modern Turkish Oushak Style Rug - Hand-Knotted Wool Colorful Whimsical Art
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this one-of-a-kind Modern Turkish Wool Rug, a masterpiece that bridges the gap between ancient craftsmanship and contemporary abstract art. Set against a lumi...
Wool
$736Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Single center medallion with long stemmed scrolled blossoms in finned contour inside a stepped field overlay. Main border in a germinating plant and floral blossom design motif. C...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Medallion Motif Turkish Oushak Wool Rug Handmade in Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exceptional antique Style Turkish wool rug features a charming beige color base and is hand knotted with utmost attention to detail. With stunning brown accents, it displays a c...
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9x12 Olive Green Persian Hand Knotted Oushak Wool Rug ( G- 13016 )
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 Rug -Pastel Pink, Green, and Yellow Floral Medallions 3'5 x 5'8
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'5 x 5'8 Turkish Oushak Rug -Pastel Pink, Green, and Yellow Floral Medallions. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug / EN-14880 Country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak delightful Vint...
Wool
$2,716Sale Price|20% Off
2'6"x16'1" Sage Green Hand Spun Wool Trellis Borderless Garden Design Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Sage Green, Hand Spun New Zealand Wool, Trellis Borderless Garden Design, Agra, Hand Knotted, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Styl...
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Room Sized Modern Floral Oushak Style Brown Wool Rug In a 12 x 15
Located in Norwalk, CT
This modern hand-knotted Oushak-style wool rug beautifully merges contemporary aesthetics with the enduring charm of traditional Oushak craftsmanship. Boasting a rich brown backgroun...
Wool
$20,799Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Turkish Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Beige, Taupe, Shrimp Coral
Located in Port Washington, NY
Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, are woven in Western Turkey and have distinct designs, such as angular large-scale floral patterns. They usually evoke a calmness and peacefuln...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner, Hand-Knotted Wool, 2'1" x 8'11", 1940
Located in New York, NY
2'1 X 8'11. 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
$4,158Sale Price|30% Off
9.4x12.7 ft Hand Knotted Oushak Rug, Custom Size & Colors, Green Wool Area Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This is a new production Oushak rug, hand-knotted in our workshop using traditional Anatolian weaving techniques and 100% natural wool. The design is inspired by an antique Oushak r...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Faded Terracotta Medallion and Golden Sand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'2 x 6'1. Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Faded Terracotta Medallion and Golden Sand. Keivan Woven Arts / rug/ NA-55412 / origin/turkey / Early 20th Century. Vintage Tu...
Wool
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Eclectic Northwestern Style, Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
73611 Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Eclectic Northwestern Style, Hallway Runner 03'08 X 10'00. With its bold hues and beguiling beauty, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Ou...
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Exciting Decorative Large Scale Allover Tribal Design Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Turkish Oushak Carpet ( 12' x 15'6" - 365 x 472 )
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug Size: 10'8" × 13'7" (325 × 414 cm) This stunning Antique Turkish Oushak rug, dating back to circa 1900, is a vibrant testament to the artistic legacy of We...
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4x30 Lavender Fish Hand Knotted Runner For Hallway / Staircase Rug ( G - 15287 )
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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9x12 Brown Earth Tone Hand Knotted Oushak Wool Rug ( G-13707 )
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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