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.
9x12 Navy Rust Sultanabad Mahal-Style Floral Pattern Hand-Knotted Rug (G -15879)
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 Knotted Vintage Oushak Rug in Orange Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in distinctive Angora wool, this vintage 6 x 8 Oushak rug celebrates Turkish artistry of the 1950s-1960s. Rare in both color and design, the rich...
Wool
Ararat Rugs Anatolian Medallion Carpet, 16th Century Revival Rug Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of the carpet comes from the book Orient Star - A Carpet Collection, E. Heinrich Kirchheim, Hali Publications Ltd, 1993 nr.178. This is an unusual border drawing, a medall...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$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...
Wool
$3,279Sale Price|20% Off
9'3"x11'10" Light Brown Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Brown, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: ...
Wool
$2,144Sale Price|20% Off
2'6"x16' Red Hand Knotted Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Crimson Red, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Shiny Wool, Vegetable Dyes, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height:...
Wool
$288Sale Price|20% Off
2'1"x3'1" Gray Afghan Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Medium Gray, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft Wool, Veggie Dyes, Mat, Sample, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...
Wool
$470Sale Price|20% Off
3'3"x4'10" Brown Wool Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Beaver Brown, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style:...
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The Guardian's Passage: A Modern Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Symbolic Poise
Located in Dallas, TX
54178 New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug, 03'03 x 12'02. The Guardian's Passage: A Modern Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Symbolic Poise. This exceptional hand knotted wool contempora...
Wool
$6,892Sale Price|20% Off
12'2"x12'2" Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Sage Green, Afghan Peshawar with Colorful Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft Wool, Natural Dyes, Round, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 In...
Wool
$3,832Sale Price|20% Off
9'5"x13'7" Light Gray Angora Oushak with Leaf Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Densely Woven, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tr...
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$2,872Sale Price|20% Off
10'1"x13'8" Gainsboro Gray Extra Soft Wool Denser Weave Oushak Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Oushak Design, Supple Collection Thick and Plush, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oversize Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in ...
Wool
$1,011Sale Price|20% Off
5'x6'9" Misty Gray Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Misty Gray, Hand Knotted, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: T...
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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
This early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug displays the soft, luminous palette and spacious design sensibility for which the weaving center is celebrated. The small-scale format feat...
Wool
$25,200Sale Price|30% Off
15x23 Modern Transitional Oushak Style Light Blue & Goldenrod Hand-Knotted Wool
Located in Norwalk, CT
Transform your living space with this Modern Transitional Oushak Style Rug. Hand-knotted from quality wool, it features a light blue field accented by goldenrod and ivory botanical m...
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New Vintage-Inspired Oushak Rug with Muted Soft Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
30196 New Vintage-Inspired Oushak Rug with Soft Colors, 11'10 x 14'11. Blending vintage charm with elements from the modern world, this hand knotted wool modern Oushak area rug beaut...
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Vintage Turkish Beige Blue Hand Knotted Oushak Rug 2'11 x 6'5
Located in New York, NY
2'11 x 6'5. 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
$5,833Sale Price|20% Off
14'x18'1" Light Gray Oushak Design Wool Hand Knotted Oversized Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Gray, Oushak Design, Supple Collection Thick and Plush, Soft Wool Hand Knotted, Oversized Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transi...
Wool
$3,272Sale Price|20% Off
9'2"x12' Light Gray Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: T...
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$870Sale Price|20% Off
2'7"x6'3" Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pistachio Green, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Shiny Wool, Natural Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: ...
Wool
$608Sale Price|20% Off
3'x6' Gray Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Misty 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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$574Sale Price|20% Off
2'10"x6' Brown Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Cedar Brown, 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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$2,695Sale Price|20% Off
2'6"x20' Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Savannah Green, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Extra Long and Narrow Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No P...
Wool
The Tranquility Garden: Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
54160 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 06'02 x 09'10. The Tranquility Garden: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Timeless Splendor. This hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug ...
Wool
$744Sale Price|20% Off
4'1"x6'1" Green Afghan Angora Oushak with Leaf Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Artichoke Green, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Sty...
Wool
$581Sale Price|20% Off
2'10"x6' 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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Vintage Beige Turkish Oushak Wool Hand Knotted Rug, 5'8 x 11'
Located in New York, NY
5'8 x 11'. A hand-knotted Turkish rug with subtle design and abrash, a natural change in color that occurs when different dyes are used and gives uniqueness to the rug. Colors: beige...
Wool
$2,219Sale Price|20% Off
4'1"x10'1" Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Laurel Green, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Wide Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 I...
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Keivan Woven Arts Angora Turkish Oushak Rug 11' 6 x 14 '9
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts Angora Turkish Oushak Rug with Floral Motifs in Neutral Tones. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug AN-134598. Origin/ Turkey, Wool reproduction Oushak made with Angora wool. Me...
Wool
$1,248Sale Price|20% Off
2'8"x13'8" Cedar Brown Hand Knotted Wool Afghan Angora Oushak Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Cedar Brown, Densely Woven, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches ...
Wool
$5,140Sale Price|20% Off
11'10"x14'6" Light Gray Hand Knotted Angora Oushak Leaf Design Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Gray, Hand Knotted, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oversized, XL, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 ...
Wool
$1,895Sale Price|50% Off
21st Century Contemporary Modern Oushak Style Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful contemporary Oushak rug, hand knotted wool with a pink field, and multi-color accents in all-over floral design, This rug measures: 8'2" x 10'1".
Wool
$2,975Sale Price|30% Off
7x10 Ft Fantastic Vintage Turkish Ladik Rug in Brick Red, Blue and Beige Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This vintage hand knotted Turkish rug features an elegant, classical medallion in dark indigo adorned with dainty floral motifs and scrolling vines against a vibrant, plain field in ...
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New Distressed Oushak Rug with Vintage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30837 New Distressed Oushak rug with Vintage Style 08'10 x 11'09. ??Emanating traditional sensibility and rugged beauty with a cozy color palette, this hand-knotted wool distressed Indian Oushak rug...
Wool
$6,300Sale Price|30% Off
7 x 20 Oversized Modern Wool Rug Turkish Oushak In Light Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning oversized hand-knotted wool rug features a light gray base with a captivating blue frame and accents of peach and ivory throughout the design. This rug measures 7'2" x...
Wool
$803Sale Price|40% Off
5.7x8.6 Ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Wool Area Rug in Neutral Tones
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This one-of-a-kind vintage Turkish area rug is finely hand-knotted with low wool pile on cotton foundation. It features an elegant medallion against a field decorated with floating d...
Wool, Cotton
$1,054Sale Price|20% Off
2'7"x12' Gray Pure Wool Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Silver Gray, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Hand Knotted, Afghan Angora Oushak with Colorful Leaf Design, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...
Wool
$6,744Sale Price|20% Off
11'7"x17' Brown Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool XL Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Brown, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Densely Woven, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oversized, XL, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 ...
Wool
$660Sale Price|20% Off
3'10"x5'9" Golden Brown Hand Knotted Pure Wool Afghan Angora Oushak Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Golden Brown, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style:...
Wool
$1,075Sale Price|50% Off
Early 20th Century Antique Anatolian Wool Runner Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Turkish Anatolian runner rug, hand knotted wool with a red field, black and brown accents in allover multi medallion design, circa 1930s. This rug measures 2' 6" ...
Wool
Room Size Modern Floral Oushak Style Wool Rug Handmade In Peach
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Oushak-style wool rug seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with the enduring elegance of traditional Oushak craftsmanship. Its captivating peach background serves as...
Wool
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-15911, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1950 Measures: 1'8 x 3'4
Wool
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray, Blue & Ivory Handwoven Wool Rug 2'11" x 4'9"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray, Blue & Ivory Handwoven Wool Rug 2'11" x 4'9" This 2'11" x 4'9" Turkish Oushak rug is a finely handwoven wool piece that combines traditional craftsmanship w...
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Fine Old Kayseri Turkish Rug 'DK-106-32'
Located in New York, NY
A very good example of this classical type from Central Turkey, with elegant drawing of flowers and scrolling vegetation. A very high quality weavi...
Wool
Soft Pastel Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug 12x15
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with the understated elegance of this Modern Oushak style rug. Hand-knotted from premium, high-quality wool, this piece features a luminous, low-pile texture that ...
Wool
Green Turkish Vintage Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish green deco rug. Measures: 18” x 18”.
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Mid-20th Century Handcrafted Brown Vintage Anatolian Kars Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Discover this exquisite vintage Turkish Anatolian Kars rug, meticulously hand-knotted from high-quality wool. The rug features a deep brown field beautifully accented with light brow...
Wool
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...
Wool
1900s 19th Century Tribal Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period. Historians attributed to them many of the great masterpieces of early Turkish...
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Mauve & Yellow Geometric Design Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Runner
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This modern Turkish Oushak rug is a stunning piece of art that has been handwoven using traditional techniques by skilled artisans. The rug features intricate patterns and a soft col...
Wool
$1,705Sale Price|20% Off
2'7"x12'3" Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pistachio Green, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft Wool, Natural Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inche...
Wool
Ararat Rugs The Original Color Chart Rug, Turkish Carpet, Natural Dyed Cartela
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Introducing the Color Chart Rug from Ararat Rugs, a masterpiece that exemplifies the rich tradition of natural dyeing and expert craftsmanship. This rug is meticulously handwoven wit...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Warm Beige with Soft Blue and Taupe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'2 x 9'2 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Warm Beige with Soft Blue and Taupe. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug /EN-4375, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940. A s...
Wool
Ararat Rugs Akstafa Kazak Rug - 19th C. Caucasian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Origin and Inspiration: This stunning revival of the Akstafa Kazak Rug is a modern creation deeply rooted in the rich weaving traditions of the Caucasus, specifically inspired by the...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$4,200Sale Price / item|30% Off
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...
Wool
$1,164Sale Price|20% Off
2'10"x12' Brown Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Beaver Brown, 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 Inche...
Wool
$426Sale Price|20% Off
3'x4'9" Pewter Gray Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pewter Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: ...
Wool
$3,058Sale Price|20% Off
8'9"x11'8" Light Green Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Green, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: ...
Wool
$1,067Sale Price|20% Off
2'6"x8' Red Hand Knotted Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Crimson Red, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Shiny Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0....
Wool
$2,336Sale Price|20% Off
8'x9'9" Cedar Brown Afghan Angora Oushak Tree Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Cedar Brown, Afghan Angora Oushak with Willow and Cypress Tree Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inch...
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