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.
Vintage Blue & Red Turkish Oushak Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
74925 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 06'09 X 11'00. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug with modern tribal style features three medallions each filled with stylized flower...
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2'7"x8' Gray Peshawar Caucasian Akstafa Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Spanish Gray, Aryana Grade, Afghan Peshawar with Caucasian Akstafa Design, Hand Knotted, High Mountain Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25...
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Authentic Turkish Oushak Handmade Wool Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Turkish Oushak Handmade Wool Rug Size: 13'10" × 16'8" (421 × 508 cm) This exquisite antique Turkish Oushak (Ushak) rug, dating from the early 20th century, exemplifies the ...
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$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
2'6"x16' Gray Hand Knotted Afghan Peshawar Birds Design Soft Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Nevada Gray, Hand Knotted, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft Wool, Natural Dyes, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...
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$2,281Sale Price|40% Off
9x12 ft Hand-Knotted Large Area Rug, Oushak Green Floral Design Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring refined pattern and spacious elegance to your home with this large handmade wool area rug, hand-knotted in India by skilled artisans. Crafted from a quality blend of 80% wool a...
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$1,689Sale Price|40% Off
8x10 ft Hand-Knotted Oushak Wool Area Rug. Geometric Design Beige Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring a soft, airy foundation 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% cotton...
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Turkish Oushak Rug Green Ivory And Soft Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 6'1" x 8'3"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Green Ivory And Soft Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 6'1" x 8'3" This Turkish Oushak rug is expertly handwoven from high-quality handwoven wool, using time-honored Anatol...
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Modern Oushak Hand-Knotted Wool Rug with Floral Design in Yellow
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a yellow field. This Oushak rug has a blue frame and yellow, gray, and pink accents layout a gorgeous tribal floral design. Thi...
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$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
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
Antique Turkish Oushak Handwoven Luxury Wool Red Rug, 14'4 x 20' Size
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The Antique Turkish Oushak rug is a handwoven piece that holds historical and cultural significance. Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, originated in the city of Oushak in wester...
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8'10"x11'9" Contemporary Turkish Area Rug, All Wool, Floral Oushak Style Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Transform your living spaces with this exquisite handcrafted Turkish area rug, a perfect blend of traditional Oushak artistry and modern durability. Designed for those who appreciate...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Single column germinating tree of life design motif within a lozenge cartouche shaped outlined rendering. Corner spandrels of the main field in a pinwheel design motif with wide b...
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8x10 Red Peacock Bird and Tree Hand Knotted Oushak Wool Rug ( G-5447 )
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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$485Sale Price|40% Off
3x5 ft Handmade Oushak Wool Rug, Blue Medallion Design Accent Rug for Entryway
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring soft color and handmade charm to a smaller space with this handmade Oushak wool area rug, hand-knotted in India by skilled artisans. Crafted from a quality blend of 80% wool an...
Wool, Cotton
$36,799Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug in Coral and Lt Blue
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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Oushak Vintage Turkish Runner with Geometric Medallion Design with Orangey-Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful Oushak Vintage Turkish Runner with Geometric Medallion Design With Orangey-Red Measures: 3'0 x 11'9 Oushak Vintage Turkish Runner with Geometric Medallion Design With...
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Turkish Oushak Antique Wool Rug Handmade Featuring a Floral Pattern In Rust
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Turkish Oushak rug is truly one-of-a-kind! Hand-knotted with soft wool, it boasts a stunning gray color field that perfectly complements its striking all-over floral design. Wit...
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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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$1,006Sale Price|40% Off
4.6x12.2 Ft Turkish Corridor Rug, Circa 1960, Vintage Handmade Hallway Runner
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A gorgeous vintage Turkish runner rug, hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on wool foundation. It features geometric medallions decorated with floral motifs. It is in good condit...
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The Guardian's Blessing: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Sacred Harmony
Located in Dallas, TX
54138 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 04'03 x 06'00. The Guardian's Blessing: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Sacred Harmony. This hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug is...
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$10,047Sale Price|20% Off
12'x15'9" Blue Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool XL Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Bayern Blue, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Shiny Wool, Vegetable Dyes, XL, Oversized, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile hei...
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$1,195Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage Circa 1940 Tan Turkish Oushak Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 5' x 6'8
Located in New York, NY
5' x 6'8. Handwoven 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 warm...
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Modern Turkish Oushak Handmade Floral Motif Green Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a green field. This Oushak rug has a brown frame and yellow and gray accents all over a gorgeous geometric floral motif. This ru...
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Arts and Crafts - Custom Rug "Azure Rosette" - Floral Rugs by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Floral Rugs collection. This small rug presents a soft beige field with an allover floral-geometric repeat in light blue and tan, forming oversized linked rosett...
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Vibrant Turkish Vintage Runner in Faded Red, Coral, Orange, Pink and Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Turkish runner with bright colors, rug tu-trs-176025, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1950 This fun and vibrant Oushak runner from 1950s features a unique vertical ...
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19th Century Oushak with Tribal Design in Orange Red, Blue, L. Green, Ice Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Square size 19th century antique Oushak, Keivan Woven Arts / rug C-0532, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 19th century Oushak. Antique Oushak with Tribal Design in Br...
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$3,167Sale Price|40% Off
8x11 ft Hand Knotted Beige, Pink 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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$2,159Sale Price|20% Off
Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Rustic Prairie Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52703, distressed vintage Turkish Oushak runner with Rustic Prairie style. This hand knotted wool distressed vintage Turkish O...
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$1,689Sale Price|40% Off
8x10 ft Hand-Knotted Oushak Wool Area Rug, Ivory, Green Floral Design Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring refined pattern and timeless Oushak style to your home with this handmade Oushak wool area rug, hand-knotted in India by skilled artisans. Crafted from a quality blend of 80% w...
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$960Sale Price|20% Off
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray & Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 2'9" x 4'11"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray & Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 2'9" x 4'11" This modern Turkish Oushak rug is a stunning piece of art that has been handwoven using traditional techniques by sk...
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$3,280Sale Price|20% Off
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray & Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 6'1" x 8'4"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray & Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 6'1" x 8'4" This modern Turkish Oushak rug is a stunning piece of art that has been handwoven using traditional techniques by skill...
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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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Modern Oushak Style Indian Wool Area Rug – Muted Neutral & Blue Geometric Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with this exquisite modern Indian wool rug, meticulously handcrafted to capture the timeless elegance of traditional Oushak designs. Featuring a sophisticat...
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Zabihi Collection Large Green Pink Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century oversize green and pink Turkish Oushak carpet Details rug no. J4413 size 13' 2" x 17' 8" (401 x 538 cm)
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$2,528Sale Price|20% Off
10'x13'9" Rose Pink Oushak Weave and Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Rose Pink, Oushak Weave and Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Thick and Plush, Soft to the Touch, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Trans...
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Vintage Circa 1940 Turkish Kilim Rug Hand-Woven Wool, 5'11 x 8'2
Located in New York, NY
5'11 X 8'3. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim is hand-woven. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give a contemporary feel and is able to look at home in both a mod...
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$32,500
Antique Oushak Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
Oushak carpets are named after the large town in western Anatolia (Turkey) where they were woven. This town has been a major weaving center for rug production since the reign of the ...
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$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Ghiordes Prayer Rug Western Anatolian Turkish Mihrab Carpet Rare Design
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is an antique prayer ( mihrab ) rug from the Western Anatolia, Ghiordes ( Gördes ) region with a very rare and beautiful color composition. Ghiordes rugs, also known as Gorde...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Late 19th Century Turkish Beige and Ochre Stylized Floral Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Turkish Beige and Ochre Stylized Floral Oushak Rug Handwoven in Turkey, circa 1890 This rug features a softly toned ivory field with a delicate scattering of styli...
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$4,934Sale Price|20% Off
9'x12' Brown Afghan Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Golden Brown, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Velvety Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 In...
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Turkish Oushak Rug Antique, c. 1890s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oushak rugs originate from the city of Usak, Turkey, and use a particular family of designs that consist of dyes that lean towards cinnamons, terracotta tints, gold, blues, greens, i...
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Vintage Sky Blue and Peach Turkish Oushak Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
53709 Vintage Peach Turkish Oushak Rug, 07'01 x 09'03. Antique-washed Turkish Oushak rugs undergo a rigorous washing process designed to maintain their texture and pile integrity. Th...
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Luxury Traditional Hand-Knotted Oushak Liight Gold & Rust 10x16 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Meticulously crafted, this rug employs the most intricate traditional weaving techniques in India, guided by the expertise of skilled artisans. Crafted from the finest, most exquisit...
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$4,160Sale Price|35% Off
Turkish Donegal Wool & Hemp 9X13 Ivory, Light Blue & Orange Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: New Origin: Turkey Design: Irish Donegal Actual size: 9'0" x 12'6" Thickness: 1/4" Colors: Light Blue, Orange, Ivory, Slate, Beige Content: Wool and Hemp
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug with a neutral field containing stylized palmettes and floral medallions. The central arrangement of motifs includes an angular blos...
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Mid 19th Century Antique Oushak Rug from Turkey Circa 1850
Located in Los Angeles, US
A refined and decorative mid 19th century antique Oushak rug woven in western Anatolia circa 1850. This handwoven wool rug exemplifies the classic Oushak aesthetic with its generous ...
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8x10 Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Pastel Sage & Slate Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with the understated elegance of this Modern Oushak style rug. Meticulously hand-knotted from high-quality wool, this piece features a sophisticated palette of mut...
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Modern Oushak Runner by Keivan Woven Arts in Ivory and Soft Blue 2'6 x 8'0
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'6 x 8'0 Modern Oushak Runner by Keivan Woven Arts in Ivory and Soft Blue 2'6 x 8'0. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug/WAS-W2813, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Oushak,...
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$2,241Sale Price|30% Off
9x12 Ft New Hand-knotted Oushak Style Rug. 100% Wool Carpet. Custom Options Avl.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add timeless elegance to your home with our hand-knotted Oushak style rug, crafted with 100% natural wool for a warm, durable, and soft texture. Inspired by the classic Oushak design...
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$2,564Sale Price|20% Off
7'8"x10'7" Beau Blue Anatolian Village Design Turkish Knot Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Beau Blue, Anatolian Village Design, Turkish Knot, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Zero Pile, Sheared Low, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tr...
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Very beautiful antique Turkish cesare rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice early 20th century fine Turkish Cesare rug with beautiful decorative design and nice colours with green, orange, brown and white, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool on c...
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Apadana's Modern Oushak Style Handmade Beige Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Samsun Collection custom wool rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: 100% Wool Techniques: Hand-knotted Style: Modern Oushak Lead time: Approx. 15-16 wks...
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New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53782 New Contemporary Turkish Oushak rug with soft colors 10'04 x 14'11. With its effortless beauty and geometric design, this hand knotted wool contemporary Turkish Oushak rug is p...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Green and Beige Stylized Floral Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Turkish Green and Beige Stylized Floral Oushak Rug Provenance: Estate of Pauline L. Harrison Turkey, circa 1920 This rug features a softly faded ivory field filled with an all-over ...
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The Silent Garden: A Vintage Pakistani Oushak Masterpiece of Organic Minimalism
Located in Dallas, TX
79641 Vintage Pakistani Oushak Rug, 07'10 x 09'10. The Silent Garden: A Vintage Pakistani Oushak Masterpiece of Organic Minimalism. This hand knotted wool vintage Pakistani Oushak ru...
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$2,850Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Kurdish Herki Rug - Eastern Anatolian Rug
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is an Antique Kurdish Herki Rug from the Eastern Anatolia and Northern Iraqi region with a rare and beautiful color composition. Iraqi Kurds are main...
Wool, Natural Fiber
Ararat Rugs Mina Khani Rug, 19th Century Persian 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
Antique Oushak Rug, Neutral Palette, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
The light tan field displays small stars in each corner while centred by a brown stepped and pointed sub field enclosing stepped and smooth lozenge medallions. The brown border shows...
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9x12 Beige Rust Turkish Oushak Plush Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug ( Se - 3 )
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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$622Sale Price|20% Off
2'9"x8' Gray Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted All Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pastel Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with Colorful Leaf Design, Natural Dyes, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches S...
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