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.
Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
Room size square turkish rug from the middle of the 20th century Details rug no. j2452 size 9' 4" x 10' 4" (284 x 315 cm)
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Vintage 1940's Distressed Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Rug Ivory Brown 4'1x6'9
Located in New York, NY
4'1 X 6'9. Vintage Circa 1940 Distressed Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug. Distressed, Shabby Chic. The rug is solid but with low pile and a distressed look that adds to its bea...
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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...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with All-Over Sub-Geometric Medallion Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with All-Over Sub-Geometric Medallion Design Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-15923, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1950 Measures: 1'7 x 3'0
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Oversized 12x25 Modern Turkish Oushak Rug in Red Hand-Knotted Wool
Located in Norwalk, CT
Strikingly oversized 12x25 modern Turkish Oushak rug, hand-knotted in lustrous wool with a vivid red field and intricate geometric-floral motifs. Featuring a soft abrash and a light ...
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CYBR DEAL 10X15 Fine Antique Angora Oushak Rug 300cm x 452cm Oushak Rug c.1870
Located in New York, NY
This rare antique Turkish Angora Oushak rug, circa 1870, showcases an exceptional allover geometric composition rendered in soft rose, beige, ivory, and muted gold. Woven with luxuri...
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Turkish Kars Rug - Hand-Knotted Wool - Muted Dusty Rose & Sage Floral Medallion
Located in Norwalk, CT
This extraordinary Vintage Turkish Kars Rug is a rare find for collectors and interior designers alike. Hand knotted, this rug serves as a beautiful bridge to the craftsmanship of th...
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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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Ararat Rugs Dragon Rug, Antique Caucasus Museum Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
There has long been a fascination with the symbolism of the dragon and its depiction in carpet weavings. The design of ‘Dragon’ carpets consists of a field pattern composed of differ...
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Captivating Tribal Pattern Rustic Color Oversized Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
A red field with an orange tinge is the foil for an in and out palmette and coloudband pattern loosely adapted from classical 17th century Indo-Isfahan carpets. The pale green matchi...
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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...
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$1,476Sale Price|25% Off
6'x6' Blue Peshawar Bird of Paradise Design Hand Knotted All Wool Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Space Cadet Blue, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft Wool, Veggie Dyes, Square, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inche...
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8x10 Blue and Gold Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( G- 14701 )
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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$1,055Sale Price|25% Off
2'7"x8'1" Green Hand Knotted Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pickle Green, Afghan Peshawar with Colorful Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Natural Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25...
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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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8.2x9.4 ft Hand Knotted Beige Wool Large Area Rug. Traditional Floral Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add timeless texture, warmth, and artisan character to your home with this hand-knotted Turkish area rug, made from 100% wool and offered in new condition. Carefully crafted using tr...
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A Blush Reverie: Late-19th-Century Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Poetic Nobility
Located in Dallas, TX
79430 Rare Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 13'02 x 15'10. This one-of-a-kind late-19th-century Turkish Oushak is the kind of piece that stops even seasoned collectors in their tracks—a r...
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$1,111Sale Price|25% Off
2'8"x8'3" Green Hand Knotted Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Olive Green, Afghan Peshawar with Colorful Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft Wool, Natural Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 ...
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Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
A 1950s vintage hand knotted wool Turkish Anatolian runner rug with a rust-red field and medallion design. This rug measures 5'0" x 11'5".
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$2,520Sale Price|40% Off
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...
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Oversized Contemporary Tan Floral Oushak Style Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Oushak-style wool rug beautifully blends modern design with the timeless charm of traditional Oushak craftsmanship. It features a striking tan background adorned wi...
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Large Scale Warm Cream Background Allover Design Antique Turkish Oushak Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Heriz was a popular source for Oushak designers and this ivory carpet in the all-over Harshang design was adapted from Bakshayesh-type Heriz carpets of th...
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Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Small Room Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Turkish Anatolian intermediate rug 6'6'' x 10'
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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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8x10 ft Hand-Knotted Floral Oushak Wool Area Rug, Blue and Ivory Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring soft color and refined pattern to your home with this handmade Oushak wool area rug, hand-knotted in India by skilled artisans. Crafted from a quality blend of 80% wool and 20%...
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$789Sale Price|25% Off
3'1"x5' Brown Hand Knotted Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Golden Brown, Hand Knotted, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft and Velvety Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 In...
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Ivory Color Large Scale Design Decorative Antique Turkish Room Size Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oushak loves the harshang pattern and any of the 100’s of variants on it. Here the old ivory field of this circa 1900 west Anatolian carpet is decorated with a semi-detached all-over...
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Djoharian Collection 10x14 Exclusive Khotan Room Size Area Rug Traditional
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Djoharian Collection Exclusive Khotan Room Size Area Rug Traditional Style A large sized floral rug in style of antique Khotan Carpets. This beautiful rug was hand knotted to fit 2...
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$957Sale Price|25% Off
2'6"x7'7" Blue Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Bayern 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....
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1960's Turkish Oushak Rug with Traditional Style and Warm Earth-Tones
Located in Dallas, TX
73946 Vintage Earth-Tone Turkish Oushak Rug, 07'00 x 12'00. Bathed in the warm embrace of the earth’s palette, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug unfolds with a timele...
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Oversized Vintage Oushak Rug in Beige & Green Floral Design - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This oversized vintage 12x14 Spanish Oushak rug is a graceful mid-century piece from Rug & Kilim’s collection of European decorative rugs. Handwoven in wool circa 1950–1960, the rug ...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Handmade Floral Beige Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand knotted wool rug boasts a stunning Vintage Oushak design, featuring an elegant beige field complemented by Classic floral patterns in shades of brown and tan. This rug ...
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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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$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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$21,599Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Turkish Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Gold, 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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$76,799Sale Price|20% Off
Palace-Size Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Handmade Oriental Rug Gray Blue 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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Turkey Brown Oushak Runner Rug 3x21 ft
Located in Dallas, TX
This Turkish Oushak gallery runner rug dates to 1930-1950 and is categorized as antique. Woven in wool, it presents a warm brown ground with softly varied tonal shifts that suit long...
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$4,853Sale Price|20% Off
8'9"x11'9" Gray Peshawar with Oushak Design Leaf Pattern Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Sonic Gray, Peshawar with Oushak Design, All Over Leaf Pattern, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Styl...
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$12,799Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Turkish Oriental Rug, Beige, Taupe, Soft Shrimp
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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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug with All-Over Design in Ivory and Coral-Salmon
Located in Atlanta, GA
All-over flower design Oushak rug from Turkey. Keivan Woven Arts / rug 19-0505, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1900. Antique oushak, Large antique oushak, Turkish ...
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Ivory Oushak Gallery Runner
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation. Dimensions: 9'1" x 17'6" Field color: Ivory Border color: Light-Blue Accent colors: Brown.
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$4,130Sale Price|30% Off
4x5.6 ft Antique Turkish Ghiordes 'Gordes' Prayer Rug, Ca 1880
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An antique Turkish Ghiordes prayer rug hand-knotted in 1880s in Gordes of Western Turkey, which was once a famous rug making centre with its own well-defined classical aesthetic. T...
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$5,899 / item
Beautiful New Oushak Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice hand knotted new rug with a beautiful design of Oushak rugs and light colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug With Medallion Design 1'9 X 3'7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with All-Over Sub-Geometric Medallion Design. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-15901, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1950 Measures: 1'9 x 3'7
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Vintage Turkish Wool Traditional Floral All Over Oushak Area Rug 15'3" x 12'
Located in Dayton, OH
A stunning Turkish wool area rug. Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, are woven in Western Turkey and have distinct designs, such as angular large-scale floral patterns. They usu...
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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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Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Pale Ivory & Soft Sage 9x12
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this Modern Oushak style rug, inspired by timeless Turkish motifs. It showcases a “Tree of Life” design in a creamy ivory and beige palette, accented by soft ...
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Brown Floral Modern Turkish Oushak Handmade Oversize Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Turkish Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a brown color field. This rug has green and gray accents in a gorgeous large-scale floral pattern. This rug measures: 13...
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Handmade Contemporary Beige Wool Rug Oushak style With a Floral Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This wool rug, designed in the Oushak style, showcases a hand-knotted beige field. It exudes a contemporary aesthetic through its all-over multicolored floral design. This rug measu...
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$7,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
Matching Pair of Vintage Earth-Tone Turkish Oushak Rug Runners
Located in Dallas, TX
51051-51052 Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Hallway Runners with Mid-Century Modern Style. Emanating a timeless style and Mid-Century Modern style, this pair of hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runners beautifully showcase stunning details and decorative elements from times past. Each vintage Oushak runner features four hexagonal saw-tooth medallions filled with blooming rosettes, serrated boteh and latch-hook lozenge protection motifs. Two rectangular scarlet red panels with tribal symbols flank each end. The Oushak hallway runners are framed by a rectilinear main border with an inner barber pole guard border. Rendered in variegated shades of camel, ecru, tan, sienna, coffee, scarlet red, brick red, rose, terra cotta, ruby red, pumpkin, gray, charcoal, dark gray, saffron and mauve. Perfect for a wide hallway, entry, corridor, living room, bedroom, dining room, kitchen, walkway, bathroom, foyer and long entryway. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Mid-Century Modern, Tribal, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin...
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$599Sale Price|40% Off
6.4x9 Ft Vintage Turkish Kyseri Area Rug in Beige & Brown with Floral Design
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish rug from 1960s featuring an intricately drawn all-over floral design in brown against a golden sand background. The rug has even low wool pile...
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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak Square room size carpet handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 10' 1" x 11' 11"
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Faded Camel Field and Powder Blue Corners
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 7 x 10'10. Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Faded Camel Field and Powder Blue Corners. Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-NED-1029, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa ...
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Blue and Salmon Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Layered Medallion and Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Blue and Salmon Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Layered Medallion and Motifs. Keivan Woven Arts / rug / EN-165189, country of origin / type: Turkey / O...
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Zabihi Collection Peach Orange Vintage Turkish Anatolian Mermaid Rug
Located in New York, NY
a mid-20th century Orange Coor Anatolian Turkish rug with mermaids floating around. Details rug no. j4304 size 5' 8" x 7' 4" (173 x 224 cm)
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Ararat Rugs Western Theme Azeri Folk Life Rug, Turkish Pictorial Natural Carpet
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Western Theme Azeri Folk Life Rug This unique design rug is interpreted by our designers with a composition of pictorial western-style life. Color summary: 17 colors in total, the m...
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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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5.4x6.2 ft Hand Knotted Beige Wool Oushak Area Rug with All-Over Floral Design
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add timeless texture, warmth, and artisan character to your home with this hand-knotted Turkish area rug, made from 100% wool and offered in new condition. Carefully crafted using tr...
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$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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8x10 Dark Blue Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( G-14786 )
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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