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.
Whispers of Serenity: A Vintage Turkish Oushak of Subtle Harmony and Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
52957 Vintage Pastel Turkish Oushak Rug, 04'08 x 07'06. Bathed in a palette of sunlit neutrals and whispering pastels, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug captures the ...
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Antique Oushak Rug, Terracotta with Celadon Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 13x16 antique Oushak rug represents one of the most unexpected, exceptional curations of this celebrated provenance in the Rug & Kilim collection—a whimsical, yet regal earl...
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$739Sale Price|40% Off
6x8.7 Ft Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Milas Rug, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
Wool, Cotton
$71,999Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Turkish Oriental Rug, Beige, Taupe, Soft Salmon
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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1910s Antique Oushak Turkish Wool Rug In Terracota Color with Allover Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Turkish wool rug from the 20th century features a charming terracotta-colored base and is meticulously hand-knotted with great attention to detail. It showcases stunning...
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$1,863Sale Price|50% Off
8x11.8 Ft Vintage Hand-knotted Antique Washed Turkish Oushak Wool Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A large, finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish Oushak area rug from the 1950s with a classical design of large rosettes floating in its field and floral and leafy vines depicted in an ...
Wool, Cotton
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...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$2,545Sale Price|30% Off
8.4x12 Ft Hand Knotted Vintage Large Wool Rug from Turkey / Milas, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
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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
10 x 13 Modern Handcrafted Turkish Kars Designed Wool Rug In Light Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handwoven in Turkey, this contemporary Kars wool rug features rows of hexagonal and circular medallions with floral and geometric motifs in pink, gold, blue, and brown. Set against a...
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Opulent Mohair Oushak Red Hand-Knotted Rug Carpet with Allover Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
Hand-knotted in luxurious mohair, this 9 x 12 Oushak rug carpet is a striking selection from our contemporary room-size rug collection. Woven in Chi...
Mohair
Vintage Turkish Rug With All-Over Design in Purple Gray, Red and Green 4' x 8'
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purple Gray vintage Turkish Oushak rug with all-over blossom design in soft red and light green , rug en-140879, country of origin type: Turkey Oushak, circa 1940 Measures: 4' x 8'....
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Turkish Oushak Rug Green & Charcoal Handwoven Wool Rug 4'8" x 6'5"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Green & Charcoal Handwoven Wool Rug 4'8" x 6'5" This Turkish Oushak rug features a calming combination of sage green, charcoal gray, cream, and accents of blush p...
Wool
$4,161Sale Price|25% Off
8'9"x12' Gray Caucasian Inspired Antiqued Design Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Cloud Gray, Aryana Collection, Caucasian Inspired Antiqued Design, High Mountain Wool, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25...
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The Oushak Gem Rug (1.2x1.8m), Made in UK by Sister, Lush and Thick Pile
Located in London, GB
A jewel in coral-like colour combinations, The Gem Rug is made in Bhadohi, India. Hand-dyed and spun from natural wool, it is then knotted by hand, by skilled local weavers. The pile is voluptuous, a shaggy texture primed for playfighting and bare feet. Inspired by Oushak rugs from Western Turkey, this richly coloured rug beams in gold, saffron and cinnamon, adding luxury and lumpy comfort to any flooring or space. Collaborating with Label Step, a non-profit organisation focused on fair trade, to promote the well-being of weavers within the carpet industry. Materials Hand-dyed, hand-spun natural wool If you're looking for something unique, we also provide the option to create a bespoke rug size tailored just for you. About Us Sister by Studio Ashby...
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Zabihi Collection Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Worn Rug
Located in New York, NY
a late 19th Century worn room size Turkish Oushak Rug Details rug no. j4728 size 8' 9" x 11' 2" (267 x 340 cm)
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Contemporary Turkish Oushak Floral Wool Rug In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
This modern Turkish hand-knotted wool rug showcases a beige field with a captivating multicolor floral pattern. This rug measures 8'10" x 12'1".
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74047 Antique Turkish Oushak rug with Traditional style. Sophisticated and refined with a French Victorian style, this hand knotted wool antique Turkish Oushak rug charms with ease. ...
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The Celestial Circle: A Vintage Crimson Indian Oushak of Imperial Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79332 Vintage Round Oushak Rug, 08'01 x 08'01. With its commanding circular form and opulent palette, this hand-knotted wool vintage Oushak rug from India radiates a sense of timeles...
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Turkish Oushak Runner with Soft Ivory Field and Peach Geometric Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'4 x 11'6 Turkish Oushak Runner with Soft Ivory Field and Peach Geometric Medallions. Keivan Woven Arts. rug /EN-01980 / Early 21st Century, Turkish Oushak. A beautiful...
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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Large Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak large carpet. The golden ivory field of this west Turkish workshop carpet displays two ragged palmettes centering a fragmented branch, stem and leaf pattern...
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Orange and Blue Antique Turkish Oushak Wool Rug Handmade From the 1880s
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Turkish Oushak rug is truly one-of-a-kind. It has been expertly hand-knotted using premium-quality wool and boasts a stunning orange field. The rug is framed with a bold blue bo...
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13 x 15 Contemporary Oushak Style Gray Wool Rug Handmade with Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This modern hand-knotted Oushak-style wool rug features a subtle gray background adorned with floral patterns. Its design combines contemporary aesthetics with traditional Oushak cra...
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Exceptional Antique Turkish Decorative Oushak Rug on Rose Pink Background Color
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Carpet ( 10'5'' x 12'6'' - 318 x 382 )
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$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Ushak Carpet Oushak Soft Color Turkish Revival Rug Usak Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
The town of Ushak, north of Denizli, is probably one of the most important and renowned carpet centers. Carpets have survived since the 16th century and can be seen in several museum...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner, Hand-Woven Wool, 2'10" x 13'7", 1940
Located in New York, NY
2'10 x 13'7. Hand-woven 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 ...
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Turkish Oushak Rug Peach, Green, and Lavender Handwoven Wool Rug 4'3" x 6'
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Peach, Green, and Lavender Handwoven Wool Rug 4'3" x 6' This charming 4'3" x 6' Turkish Oushak rug brings a cheerful touch to any room with its vibrant yet soft p...
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Film Set Piece: Monumental 25x22 ft Rug from "Spencer" Movie w/ Kristen Stewart
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
About this Piece This monumental, palatial 25 x 22 ft rug is a true conversation piece and a significant item of Hollywood memorabilia. This specific hand-knotted, oversized contempo...
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$1,529Sale Price|25% Off
5'8"x9' Steel Blue, Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak, Soft Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Steel Blue, Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Design, Natural Dyes Soft Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transition...
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$6,160Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Rugs Pure Silk Rugs, Turkish Rugs Oriental Handmade Carpet from Turkey
Located in Wembley, GB
This is an example of handmade carpet finely hand-knotted vintage rugs from Central Anatolia with a Classic all-over floral rug design of small patterns. The high-quality wool pile on a strong silk foundation and excellent original condition let this deep purple rug...
Silk, Organic Material
Turkish Oushak Rug Vintage Semi Antique Carpet hand-knotted Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
This Turkish Oushak rug is a 1970s made rug with traditional Medaillon Design from the 17th century. Typical is the narrow and long size. It was hand knotted using fine wool. The col...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Stepped center medallion adorned at either end by germinating finials with main field spandrel overlays reciprocating the contour of the main medallion. Colors and shades include:...
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug Size: 13'0" × 22'3" (396 × 678 cm) Antique Oushak rugs belong to the crème de la crème of Turkish rugs due to the exceptional skill and diligence of artisa...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Handmade Orange floral Motif Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage Turkish hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This rug has accents of orange and peach in a gorgeous all-over geometric floral design, This rug measures: 10'...
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Contemporary Oushak-Style Woven Rug, 8 ft 9 in × 12 ft 2 in, Soft Blue and Beige
Located in Dallas, TX
This contemporary Oushak-style rug presents a refined allover composition framed by a wide border of delicate floral and vine motifs. The palette brings together subdued shades of so...
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$625Sale Price|25% Off
4'x5'10" Medium Gray Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Medium Gray, Hand Knotted, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Natural Dyes, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tr...
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$1,696Sale Price|25% Off
8'4"x10'5" Bonnie Blue Hand Knotted All Natural Wool 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 ...
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New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50536 Modern Oushak Turkish Rug, 08'07 x 11'02. A radiant homage to the artistry of Anatolian weaving, this hand-knotted wool Turkish Oushak rug captures the warmth of tradition with...
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Vintage Subdued Ivory Brown Hand Knotted Wool Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
7'3 x 10'9 Vintage Turkish Oushak rug, 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 th...
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1940's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52765 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 04'01 x 06'02. Steeped in Anatolian tradition, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug tells a story of artistry, symbolism, and the endur...
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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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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug with a beautiful large-scale stylized trellis floral pattern with pink, orange and yellow flowers and pink and white vines, all set a...
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$1,991Sale Price|25% Off
7'10"x9'9" Silver Gray Hand Knotted Afghan Wool Weft Angora Oushak Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Angora Oushak, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanship techn...
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New Colorful Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53797 New Colorful Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style, 12'10 x 15'08. A celebration of rarity and refined artisanship, this hand-knotted wool contemporary Turkish Oushak rug is an ...
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Ararat Rugs Medallion Ushak Carpet Museum Piece 17th C. Revival Rug Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of the carpet comes from the book How to Read – Islamic Carpets, Walter B. Denny, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York 2014 fig.58 and Antique Rugs from the Near East,...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Orange Antique Turkish Oushak Wool Rug Handmade With Medallion Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Antique Turkish hand knotted wool rug with an orange color field. This rug has a designed frame with tan, beige, and goldenrod accent colors in a gorgeous all-over medallio...
Wool
$6,500
Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful vintage hand knotted Turkish Oushak runner with three large medallions woven with stylized floral and vine patterns against a solid c...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Southwestern Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53522, vintage Turkish Oushak rug with southwestern tribal style 02'10 x 04'03. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with exuberant colors and Southwestern styl...
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Ararat Rugs Village Theme Azeri Folk Life Rug, Turkish Pictorial Natural Carpet
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
This unique design rug is interpreted by our designers with a composition of pictorial village life. Color summary: 11 colors in total; Yellow Green 419 (Henna – Indigo) Pine Tree ...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Jade Mohair Oushak Beige Hand-Knotted Rug Carpet with Open Allover Design
Located in New York, NY
Hand-knotted in luxurious mohair, this 9 x 12 Oushak rug carpet is an elegant addition to our contemporary room-size rug collection. Woven in China,...
Mohair
21st Century Oushak Runner
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...
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New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Transitional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52885, new contemporary Turkish Oushak rug with Modern Transitional style. Blending elements from the modern world with gracious gray hues, this hand knotted wool contemporary Turkis...
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The Dragon Chronicle: A Modern Turkish Kars Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
54035 New Modern Turkish Kars Rug, 12'03 x 16'02. This hand knotted modern Turkish Kars rug is a commanding work drawn from the myth-laden traditions of northeastern Anatolia, where ...
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Floral Layered Medallion Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Cream, Ivory, Gray & Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'10'' x 11'3''. This Oushak carpet (circa mid-20th century) features a multi-layered medallion framed in the central field. Complementary floral designs adorn the surround...
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Zabihi Collection Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An absolute stunning one of a kind old Oushak with bright and cheerful colors. Coral red field, teal border with gold, ivory and terracotta color shades. A very fun rug to decorate a...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Vibrant Teal and Rich Maroon Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'5 x 5'1 This stunning Vintage Turkish Oushak rug features a vibrant palette of teal and rich maroon, beautifully combined with intricate geometric and floral patterns. Th...
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Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream, Taupe, Ivory Geometric Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 9x12 rug, originating from India, is from a new line of Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection, inspired by vintage and antique Oushak rug d...
Wool, Silk
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Soft Pastel Earth-Tone Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
50523 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 05'02 X 08'10. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug features a round scalloped central medallion with palmette pendants floating on an...
Wool
$604Sale Price|25% Off
3'x5'2" Reseda Green Pure Wool Hand Knotted Afghan Peshawar Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
Oversized center medallion with stepped contour enveloped by minor buds, buffered by suggested shadow medallions delineated by interconnected vinery, and halved reciprocating medalli...
Wool, Cotton