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.
21st Century Afghan Oushak Wool 9x12 Blue & Gold Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: New Origin: Afghanistan Design: Oushak Actual Size: 9'3" X 11'10" Thickness: 1/4" Color: Gold, Blue, Red, Ivory Content: Wool
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$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
The Whispered Legacy: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Quiet Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
50437 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 04'10 x 10'04. The Whispered Legacy: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Quiet Grace. This hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug is an ex...
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New Colorful Turkish Oushak Carpet, 12'06 x 18'06
Located in Dallas, TX
52426, New Colorful Turkish Oushak rug, 12'06 x 18'06. Radiating the golden warmth of a Mediterranean sun and the artistic grandeur of Ottoman palaces, this hand-knotted wool Turkish...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - 14'8" x 18'
Located in Whittier, CA
Step into a realm of refined beauty and heritage with this Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, measuring an impressive 14'8" x 18'0". The handwoven masterpiece exhibits an exquisite interpla...
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Ararat Rugs Mina Khani Rug, 19th Century Kurdish Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of the rug comes from the book Antique Rugs of Kurdistan A Historical Legacy of Woven Art, James D. Burns, 2002 nr.4. This was an exclusive example of a Mina Khani lattice...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
The Patrician Garden: An Antique Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
74227 Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 13'05 x 17'03. The Patrician Garden: An Antique Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Grandeur. Hailing from the late 19th centur...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Area Rug in Dark Charcoal, Brown, and Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'9 x 5'10. This vintage Oushak was hand-knotted in Turkey during the 1940's. The charcoal/gray background dark brown highlights field displays clover motifs and other n...
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20th Century Turkish Oushak
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted by hand using hand knotting techniques, this Turkish Oushak rug is an antique unlike any other. This piece comes with brilliant medallions down the center field ...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner in Faded Peach, Soft Taupe, and Pale Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'1 x 12'5 Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner in Faded Peach, Soft Taupe, and Pale Blue. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-165288, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940...
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Large Handwoven Turkish Oushak Rug, Late 19th Century, Chartreuse
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Turkish Oushak rug has a chartreuse field with overall cream rosettes vines issuing geometric motif, in a bold ivory border of linked cusped lozenges, bet...
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8x10, Oushak Rug, Navy Blue & Ivory, Hand-Knotted Wool Rug ( JC-7885)
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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$540Sale Price|25% Off
Gray-Green and Brown Modern Oushak Designed by Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts, OB-103432954, Modern Oushak Rug- This hand-knotted modern Oushak rug features an all-over geometric design rendered in shades of grey-green and brown tones. Mea...
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Traditional Rug Antique-Inspired Sunburst Medallion Beige by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. This modern Oushak-inspired rug reinterprets the timeless aesthetics of traditional Turkish weaving through a refined contemporary lens. ...
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. This vintage Turkish Oushak rug, dating back to the 1950s, embodies the timeless elegance and soft grandeur that define Anatolian weaving...
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Frost-Kissed Light Gray Floral-Design Carpet "Frostvine" by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Inspired Rugs collection. A sweeping statement in both size and soul, this Oushak-inspired rug embraces the grandeur of Turkish floral artistry while invi...
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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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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Rug - c. 1900 by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. This majestic antique Turkish Oushak rug (size adjusted), handwoven circa 1900, is a testament to the enduring elegance of Anatolian weav...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner in Soft Rose, Pale Blue, and Faded Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'11 x 14'3 Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner in Soft Rose, Pale Blue, and Faded Ivory. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-165756, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 194...
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$999Sale Price|33% Off
Antique Turkish Oushak Oriental Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Ushak rugs have been in production since the 15th century with superb wools and natural dyes. Unlike other Turkish rugs, Ushak rugs influenced after Persian rugs and they wove with G...
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Earth Red Amritzar Antique Rug
Located in New York, NY
ref 80816
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Multicolored Midcentury Turkish Kurdish Oushak Runner with Diamonds and Stars
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'9 x 9'10 Multicolored Midcentury Turkish Kurdish Oushak Runner with Diamonds and Stars. Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-NED-4692, country of origin / type: Iran / Kurdish Ous...
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$5,806Sale Price|20% Off
10'1"x13'2" Millennium Blue Afghan Peshawar Hand Knotted 100% Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Millennium Blue, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise, Hand Knotted, Natural Dyes, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transi...
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Turkish Oushak Beauty 1920
Located in New York, NY
One of our favorite Oushak rugs, perfect for any place in your home or office.
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Turkish Oushak Rug – Botanical Elegance in Soft Pastel
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug – Botanical Elegance in Soft Pastels Size: 13'7" × 18'6" (414 × 563 cm). This exquisite antique Turkish Oushak rug, woven circa 1900, is a masterful exampl...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Carpet, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
This western Turkish workshop carpet displays a soft red field centered by a celadon piecrust edged medallion with pendanted en suite corners, all within an elegant ivory split arabe...
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$4,479Sale Price|20% Off
1970 Turkey Oushak Hand-Knotted Central Medallion Pink Blue
Located in Firenze, IT
Oushak carpets originate in the small city of Oushak in central-western Anatolia, just south of Istanbul. Unlike most Turkish rugs, the Oushak rugs were strongly influenced by the Pe...
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Vintage Oushak Runner, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
This vintage runner is a simple study in medium brown and khaki with shadow details in golden tan. The condition is low and somewhat distressed.
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Rug - c. 1920 by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Turkish Rugs collection. This striking antique Oushak rug from the 1920s masterfully embodies the understated elegance and craftsmanship characteristic of...
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Floral Rug - c. 1900 by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. This exquisite antique Turkish Oushak rug exemplifies the refined artistry and understated elegance that have made Oushak weavings some o...
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The Hand Knotted Gem Rug (1.2x1.8m), Made in India by Sister, wool & bamboo silk
Located in London, GB
A jewel in coral-inspired colour combinations, The Gem is hand-knotted in Bhadohi, India, in New Zealand wool with bamboo silk details. Hand-dyed in hues of gold and cinnamon, its un...
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Transitional Area Rug by Keivan Woven Arts in Gray and Muted Tones 8'8 x 12'
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures 8'8 x 12'0 Country of Origin: India; Type: Oushak; Design: All-Over, Floral; Keivan Woven Arts; IN-TVN-0450; Hand-Knotted Wool Oushak Area Rug in Gray and Muted Tones; Persian Rug, Authentic Persian Rug, Turkish Oushak, Floral Persian Rug, Oushak Rug, Gray Oushak Rug, Authentic Oushak, Turkish Floral Oushak...
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Alriz Collection: Antique Orange & Teal Blue Oushak Rug, 1900
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
This 1900 Oushak rug beautifully embodies the artistic traditions of western Anatolia, distinguished by its open, luminous composition and refined color harmony. The soft teal-blue f...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Lavender, Pink, Brown, Cream and Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Midcentury Turkish Oushak rug with diamond medallions in lavender, pink, brown, cream and blue Keivan Woven Arts / rug tu-ugu-136009, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa...
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$47,199Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Pale Blue Green, Yellow, Coral Rug
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 s...
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Vintage Turkish Kars Rug with Light Tan Field and Soft Ivory Border 6'9 x 12'0
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'9 x 12'0. Vintage Turkish Kars Rug with Light Tan Field and Soft Ivory Border 6'9 x 12'0. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-92120, country of origin / type: Turkey / Kars, circ...
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Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Medallion Carpet by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Turkish Rugs collection. This exquisite antique Turkish Oushak rug dates back to the early 20th century, showcasing the classic hallmarks of Oushak crafts...
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Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Geometric Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Turkish Rugs collection. This exquisite antique Turkish Oushak rug from the 1930s measures approximately 16'1" x 16'1". It showcases the traditional Ousha...
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Keivan Woven Arts Angora Oushak Gallery Rug in Gray and Silver 4' x 13'
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angora Oushak Turkish Gallery Rug in Gray and Silver by Keivan Woven Arts. Keivan Woven Arts / rug AN-126270, country of origin / type: Turkey / Angora Oushak. Measures: 4'0 x 13'0 ...
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Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Gray Carpet - c. 1920 by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. This refined antique Turkish Oushak rug from the 1920s exemplifies the understated elegance and sophisticated palette for which early 20t...
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Red Field Vintage Turkish Oushak Gallery Runner with A Geometric Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Red field vintage Turkish Oushak rug with vertical geometric medallions, Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-MTU-8 , country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940 Measures: 4'7 x...
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Floral Rug - c. 1920 by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. This exquisite Turkish Oushak rug, exemplifies the delicate artistry and refined craftsmanship typical of early 20th-century Anatolian we...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Medallion Rug in Soft Red Background, Taupe & Pale Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'2 x 10'8. Antique Turkish medallion Oushak rug in soft red, taupe and light green. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug/NA-41953, 1930's Oushak antique Turkish rug in soft red backgr...
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$1,750Sale Price|30% Off
2020s Gray Contemporary Indian Oushak Hand Knotted Rug 8' x 10'2"
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian Oushak hand-knotted wool rug, 8' x 10'2" (96 x 122 in), in gray tones. Condition: new. Kira Sophie Gray Hand Knotted Wool Rug, Country of Origin: India. This con...
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Turkish Oushak Rug Lavender, Mint & Blush Handwoven Wool Rug 3'2" x 6'4"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Lavender, Mint & Blush Handwoven Wool Rug 3'2" x 6'4" This 3'2" x 6'4" Turkish Oushak rug is a handwoven wool gem, created by skilled artisans using time-honored ...
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Colorful Early 20th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Rug with Medallion in Purple
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3.3 x 3.9. Colorful early 20th century antique Turkish Oushak rug with Medallion in Purple. Keivan Woven Arts / rug j10-0402, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1930. This antique Oushak rug features an intricate and complex design paired with a unique color combination. A central medallion and floral cornices...
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Vintage Old Village Rug Wool Hand Knotted Konya Central Anatolian Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Central Anatolian Semi-old Carpet from the Konya region with a rare and beautiful color composition. This highly collectible carpet has wonderful special colors and textur...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Cotton
$3,640Sale Price|30% Off
2000s Red Contemporary Chinese Oushak Hand Knotted Rug 9' x 11'8"
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary circa 2000 Chinese Oushak hand-knotted mohair rug, 9' x 11'8" (108 x 140 in), in red tones. Condition: new. Opulent Mohair Oushak Coral Hand Knotted Rug, Country of Ori...
Mohair
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Floral Beige Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. 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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Angora Turkish Oushak Rug With Medallion Blue by Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angora Turkish Oushak Rug With Medallion Blue by Keivan Woven Arts. Keivan Woven Arts / rug MSD-1383, country of origin / type: Turkey / Angora Oushak. Measures: 4'1 x 5'5 From our ...
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Salmon and Pink Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Tribal Medallion Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Salmon and pink vintage Turkish Oushak rug with stylized tribal medallion, Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-140232, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940 This vintag...
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$5,000
Ancient Red Oushak 1940
Located in New York, NY
Ref C4517
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Contemporary Beige Abstract Style Floral Oushak Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Beige Abstract Style Floral Oushak Carpet China, 2003 This rug features a soft, muted field in warm beige and pale terracotta tones, filled with gentle, stylized floral...
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Vintage Egyptian Oushak Rug - 8' x 10'2"
Located in Whittier, CA
The Vintage Egyptian Oushak Rug measuring 8' x 10'2" embodies the grandeur of traditional craftsmanship with its expansive proportions and delicately balanced design. The central fie...
Wool, Cotton
$4,101Sale Price|20% Off
12'x14'9" Gray Supple Collection Oushak All Over Design Hand Knotted Wool XL Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Misty Gray, Supple Collection, Oushak All Over Design, Hand Knotted, Shiny Wool Pile, Vegetable Dyes, XL, Oversized, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25...
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Turkish Donegal Oushak Hemp and Wool 8x11 Blue, Ivory, & Clay Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: New Origin: Turkey Design: Donegal Actual Size: 7'8" x 11'3" Color: Blue, Ivory, Beige, Light Clay Thickness: 1/4" Content: Hemp and Wool
Wool, Hemp
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Medallion Design in Soft Taupe, and Sage Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 5'5 x 10'3. Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Medallion Design in Soft Taupe, and Sage Green. Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-IHS-123258, country of origin / type: Turkey / Ousha...
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Contemporary Kars Reproduced From 1920s Materials
Located in New York, NY
ref db13902
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Turkish Oushak Rug Size Adjusted
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug (Size Adjusted) Size: 12'1" × 14'8" (368 × 447 cm). A striking example of Anatolian textile artistry, this antique Turkish Oushak rug (circa 1920) masterfu...
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Brown and Blue Oushak with Floral Border and Bits of Blue
Located in New York, NY
Ref 93018
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All-Over Vintage Turkish Distressed Rug in Cream, Lavender, Taupe, and Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
All-Over Vintage Turkish Distressed Rug in Cream, Lavender, Taupe, and Green. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-15415, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1950. Measures: 7'...
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