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.
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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$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
$5,000
Ancient Red Oushak 1940
Located in New York, NY
Ref C4517
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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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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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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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Contemporary Kars Reproduced From 1920s Materials
Located in New York, NY
ref db13902
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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...
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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
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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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Brown and Blue Oushak with Floral Border and Bits of Blue
Located in New York, NY
Ref 93018
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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 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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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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Tobacco Brown Oushak with Ivory Orange Motifs - Antique
Located in New York, NY
Ref 94207
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Neutral Field, Orange Borders & Accents, circa 1910s
Located in New York, NY
The definitive tangerine-rust border of this West Anatolian coarsely woven piece shows cartouches and corner ragged palmettes, and frames the sandy straw field with an outline octogr...
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Oushak Floral Rug Colorful Mosaic Design by Keivan Woven Arts, 9'1 x 12'4
Located in Atlanta, GA
The border and field are covered in floral-like motifs filled with colors such as pink, green, gold, teal and red-oranges on top of silvery grey background. The border showcases a wh...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Ivory Stylized Floral Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Turkish Ivory Stylized Floral Oushak Rug Handwoven in Turkey, Western Anatolia, 1890 An elegant rug featuring an ivory field adorned with an overarching boteh patt...
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Modern Oushak Turkish Rug by Keivan Woven Arts, Light Blue & Ivory 8'5 x 11'9
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 8'5 x 11'9 Modern Oushak Turkish Rug by Keivan Woven Arts, Light Blue & Ivory 8'5 x 11'9 Modern Oushak Turkish Rug with All Over Design in Light Blue, Ivory, & Red...
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$6,704Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Angora Oushak, Handmade Turkish Oriental Rug, circa 1890s, Soft
Located in Port Washington, NY
Western Anatolia is one of the largest weaving regions in Turkey. Oushak made with angora wool are a rare find, specially in the excellent condition of this example. Measures: 9'...
Angora
$3,639Sale Price|35% Off
20th Century Pink, Green, Blue Central Medallion Turkish Oushak, circa 1970
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 Turkish Rug, Floral Blossom Design, Brown Tones, 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'4 x 7'7. This Oushak carpet (circa mid-20th century) features an all-over pattern of interconnected, vertically-arranged blossom and palmette motifs. Colors include various shades of brown set on an cream background. Country of Origin: Turkey; Type: Oushak; Design: All-Over, Floral; Keivan Woven Arts; rug TU-TRS-3254; All-Over Blossom and Palmette Design Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Brown Tones; All-Over Blossom and Palmette Design Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Brown Tones; Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, Vintage Turkish Floral Rug...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak in Muted Tones & Neutral Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Turkish Oushak With Large Medallion in Muted Earth Tones .Turkish Oushak rug has one stretched palmette medallion and an overall Sub-geometric design paired with muted tones....
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Antique Turkish Oushak Runner, Circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
This solidly woven Turkish runner has a mustard gold field displaying three widely spaced small, scalloped, pendanted medallion. The red-brown min...
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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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Colorful Modern Oushak Runner with Diamond Medallions and Multi-Tier Border
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charismatic runner features medallions on a double-lined border, and larger diamond medallions in the field. Each medallion boasting the craftsmanship of every detail, and displaying colors such as grassy greens, oranges, blues, violet, red and pink. These vibrant designs sit on top of a modest blue-gray background, accentuating the brilliant colors. Measures; 2'7 x 9'10 Keivan Woven Arts; rug AWR-6299 Country of Origin: Afghanistan Type: Oushak Design: Medallion, Tribal, All-Over Key Words: Persian rug, Authentic Persian rug, Afghan Oushak Runner, Oushak Medallion Runner, Medallion Persian Rug, Blue Oushak, Afghan Runner, Oushak Runner, Gray Oushak Runner...
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Large Angora Wool Oushak Rug by Keivan Woven Arts in Gold Color 12'5'' X 15'8''
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Angora wool Oushak rug by Keivan Woven Arts Rug in Warm Colors of Taupe, Soft Gold, Brown, Cream. Measures: 12'5'' x 15'8'' Crafted from Angora wool, the rug has a luminous...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Gallery with Tribal Medallions in Soft Peach and Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'7 x 11'2 This vintage Turkish Oushak features large tribal medallions in light blue and tan. The medallions are decorated in tribal motifs and a peachy background. The border is a repeating tribal motifs and floral motifs with tan, peachy, and light green. Country of origin: Turkey; Type: Oushak; Design: Tribal, Tribal Medallion; Keivan Woven Arts: rug TU-MTU-117; Turkish Oushak Vintage Gallery Runner with Tribal Medallions; Vintage Oushak rug, Muted Oushak rug...
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Vintage Turkish Shag Rug - 6'1" x 8'
Located in Whittier, CA
The Vintage Turkish Shag Rug, which measures 6'1" x 8', embodies a modern interpretation of Anatolian craftsmanship with its plush texture and bold geometric design. The vivid blue g...
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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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Ararat Rugs Mina Khani Rug Persian Revival Wagireh Door Mat Carpet Natural Dye
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...
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$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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Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner in Burnt Orange, Soft Lavender, and Golden Beige
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'10 x 8'9. Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner in Burnt Orange, Soft Lavender, and Golden Beige. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-150, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa...
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Vintage Turkish Runner with Large Medallion Kurdish Design in Earthy Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'9 x 11'0 Vintage Turkish Runner with Large Medallion Kurdish Design in Earthy Tones. Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-NED-5021, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, cir...
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Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Gold, Red & Green Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 10x14 piece inspired by antique Oushak rugs—from Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection. hand knotted in wool & silk, a luxurious rendering with a high-end contemporary approach ...
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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Hand Braided Natural Abaca Fiber Eco-Friendly Handmade Custom Size Rug
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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Doris Leslie Blau Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug Size: 11'4" × 14'8" (345 × 447 cm) This magnificent oversized antique Turkish Oushak rug, dating from the early 20th century (circa 1900), exemp...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Oversize hexagonal elongated center medallion with simplistic interior floral bouquet atop a narrow banded main field with corner spandrel overlays reciprocating the contour of th...
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Camel Brown and Hyroglyphic Blue Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
Ref 88762
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1920s Antique Long Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
This interwar west Anatolian workshop runner is quite coarse in weave and shows significant overall wear with wefts visible. The creamy ivory field displays a bold Yaprak (Leaf) patt...
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Brown Background Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Medallions in Cream & Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'0 x 6'7 Brown Background Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Medallions in Gray and Ivory, Keivan Woven Arts / rug en-604, count...
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Large Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Warm Red, Taupe, and Soft Aqua Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 7'9 x 15'5. Large Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Warm Red, Taupe, and Soft Aqua Accents. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-179982, country of origin / type: Turkey / Kars, circa...
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Vintage Turkish Kilim Carpet with Colorful Geometric Stripe Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Featuring tribal shapes with a spotted and speckled assortment of geometric elements, rendered in a repeating stripe design, this unique Mid-Century Kilim showcases an array of color...
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The Refined Reverie: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79771 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 06'02 x 08'05. The Refined Reverie: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug pos...
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Vintage Turkish Medallion Oushak with All-Over Muted Tones of Neutral Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures 4'5 x 7'0 The taupe-sandy color field homes a muted central medallion decorated in muted blue and pink. Tones of faded light green can be found within the details of the field. Country of Origin: Turkey; Type: Oushak; Design: Medallion, Floral Medallion, All-Over, Floral; Keivan Woven Arts; rug EN-142089; Vintage Turkish Medallion Oushak with All-Over Muted Tones of Pink and Neutrals; Turkish Rug, Authentic Turkish Rug, Oushak Rug, Oushak Medallion Rug, Turkish Medallion Rug...
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Turkish Antique Tribal Diamond Medallion Oushak Area Rug in Red and Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'8 x 8'7 This beautiful Turkish Oushak is unique in its color palette. The center medallion features a combination of black, brown, gold, red and light purple. The border...
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Vintage Turkish Kars Runner in Brown Color, Tan, Taupe and Soft Orange
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage wide Gallery runner from Turkey with Medallion design in various tones of tan, taupe, orange, red, and browns. Keivan Woven Arts rug TU-MTU-4955, country of origin / type: Tu...
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