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.
9'8"x13'6" Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Soft Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Olive Green, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Velvety Wool, Natural Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inche...
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$538Sale Price|25% Off
2'10"x6' Cedar Brown Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Wool Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Cedar Brown, Hand Knotted, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...
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2'6"x19'8" Red Hand Knotted Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Crimson Red, Hand Knotted, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft and Shiny Wool, Vegetable Dyes, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height:...
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Antique Early 20th Century Turkish 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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$497Sale Price|40% Off
3.4x6.4 Ft Vintage Handmade Oushak Rug. Soft Faded Red, Light Blue, Cream Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A one of a kind vintage Turkish Oushak scatter rug from 1950s. Finely hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on wool foundation. Ve...
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The Golden Harmony: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Radiant Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
79688 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 11'06 x 15'01. The Golden Harmony: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Radiant Grace. There is a cultivated warmth woven into this hand knotted ...
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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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Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
Room size square turkish rug from the middle of the 20th century Details rug no. j2452 size 9' 4" x 10' 4" (284 x 315 cm)
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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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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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Antique Beige Turkish Anatolian Oushak Rug 9'10 x 14'
Located in New York, NY
9'10 x 14'. Many antique Oushak carpets employ Classic Persian patterns interpreted for Turkish weavers and western export tastes. An old ivory field displays a spacious version of t...
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$9,035
21st Century Oushak
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
This Oushak rug from Pakistan is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic Anatolian mot...
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Oversized Vintage Oushak Rug in Beige & Green Floral Design - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This oversized vintage 12x14 Spanish Oushak rug is a graceful mid-century piece from Rug & Kilim’s collection of European decorative rugs. Handwoven in wool circa 1950–1960, the ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Turkish 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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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak room size carpet handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 10' 0" x 12' 11"
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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Large Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A wool pile of symmetric knot on a wool foundation. This is a spacious rendition of the Indian Agra “in-and-out” design of cloud bands, palmettes, sickle leaves and thin vinery. Inne...
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Pastel Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug In Cream and Peach 12x15
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning modern Oushak-style rug brings a breath of fresh air to any interior with its ethereal, sun-faded palette. Hand-knotted from premium wool, it features the characteristi...
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$4,368Sale Price|20% Off
A Whispered Garden: Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Serene Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
52463 Vintage Turkish Muted Oushak Rug, 06'08 x 09'06. A Whispered Garden: Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Serene Quiet Elegance Woven in the ...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Shield-like center medallion with interconnected vines and floral top views surrounding the main medallion. Corner spandrel overlays bearing blossomed flowers inwardly directed. A...
Wool, Cotton
$1,950Sale Price|40% Off
6.2x8.8 ft Hand Knotted Turkish Wool Rug with Floral Design. Beige Oushak 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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12x15 Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Golden Saffron & Sage
Located in Norwalk, CT
Transform your space with this stunning Modern Oushak Style Wool Rug. Inspired by traditional Turkish designs, it features a vibrant golden saffron field with oversized floral palmet...
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Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Anatolian carpet from the mid-20th century with cotton highlights.
Wool, Cotton
Serene Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Sky Blue & Champagne
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with the elegance of this Modern Oushak Style rug. Hand-knotted from premium wool, it features a low-pile texture and a distressed finish that reflects antique Tur...
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$1,392Sale Price|40% Off
7x11.3 Ft Handmade Turkish Area Rug with Medallion Design, Woolen Floor Covering
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
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
$2,863Sale Price|25% Off
5'x14'8" Blue Hand Knotted Wool Tree of Life Peshawar Wide Runner 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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$23,999Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Ivory, Muted Shrimp, Soft Coral
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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Cream and Blue Floral Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Rug 3'1" x 7'4"
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...
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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...
Wool
Antique Oushak Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Floral Patterns, 13' x 16'
Located in New York, NY
13' x 16'. Delicate botanical patterns woven in soft rose and creams cover the central field on this antique Oushak rug from Turkey. A border of palmettes and repeating floral patter...
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$3,959Sale Price|20% Off
Anatolian Grandeur: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug of Heritage & Prestige
Located in Dallas, TX
53687 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug 5'08 x 9'07. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug is an exemplar of Anatolia’s weaving legacy, where timeless artistry meets understated...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Soft Cream with Faded Taupe and Subtle Sky Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 5'7 x 8'7. Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Soft Cream with Faded Taupe and Subtle Sky Blue. Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-ISA-3394, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, ci...
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Turkish Oushak Wool 11X15 Soft Blue & Ivory Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Origin: Turkey Design: Oushak Size: 11'0" x 15'6" Material: Hand-knotted wool Style: Transitional / Traditional
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Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Ivory & Sage Transitional 12x15
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this sophisticated Modern Oushak-style rug, hand-crafted from premium wool. It features a spacious open-field design with oversized geometric palmettes and st...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 2'9" x 4'5"
Located in Whittier, CA
The Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug measuring 2'9" x 4'5" reflects Anatolian weaving traditions with a refined interplay of geometry and floral ornament. Its central red field is framed b...
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Late 19th Century Antique Peach and Beige Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Peach and Beige Stylized Floral and Geometric Turkish Oushak Rug Turkey, circa 1880 A warm coral-toned peach field filled with an all-over arran...
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$5,720Sale Price|25% Off
10'x13'8" Gray Afghan Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Medium Gray, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft and Velvety Wool, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inc...
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9x12 Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Neutral Ivory & Sage Geometric
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this Modern Oushak style area rug. Hand-knotted from premium wool, it features a soft, low-pile texture for durability and luxury. The design blends classic T...
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$870Sale Price|25% Off
3'x5' Light Gray Hand Knotted Ziegler Mahal Design Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Gray, Zero Pile, Distressed, Ziegler Mahal Design, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary...
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1950's Turkish Oushak Carpet Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
53215 Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Elizabethan Medieval style. Rich in detail with a traditional feel and well-balanced symmetry, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak ...
Wool
$586Sale Price|60% Off
6x9 Ft Decorative Vintage Handmade Oushak Wool Area Rug in Soft, Muted Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This vintage hand knotted Turkish Oushak area rug was made in the 1960s. It has low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is sturdy, in good condition and very clean. It features elegan...
Wool, Cotton
$3,337Sale Price|40% Off
8.7x12.8 Ft Vintage Hand Knotted Turkish Kysari Rug, Geometric & Tribal Patterns
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
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 1950s
Located in Norwalk, CT
A 1950s vintage hand knotted wool Turkish Anatolian runner rug with a rust-red field and medallion design. This rug measures 5'0" x 11'5".
Wool
$1,003Sale Price|25% Off
2'7"x9'8" White Caucasian Gul Motifs Pure Wool Hand Knotted Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Chiffon White, Aryana Collection, All Over Caucasian Gul Motifs, High Mountain Wool, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height...
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$2,310Sale Price|40% Off
8x10.6 Ft Vintage Handmade Sun Faded Turkish Area Rug in Beige & Soft Pink
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
Decorative Light Blue Field With Rustic Tribal Design Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Not every Oushak is room sized. This snappy little rug with an imaginative segment of the harshang pattern on an attractively variegated sapphire blue ground is uncommon among these ...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and striking late 19th century Turkish Oushak rug with a quiet pattern with a simple floral medallion living amidst a solid cream colored field, and surrounded by an w...
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$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Old Vintage Tekke Bukhara Turkmen Carpet, Turkoman Rug Handwoven Natural Dye
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Central Asian Old Tekke Bukhara Turkmen Carpet from the Turkmenistan Bukhara region with a rare and beautiful color composition. Bukhara carpet (Turkmen Rug, Bokhara, Bu...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$945Sale Price|40% Off
6.7x10.5 Ft Handmade Vintage Turkish Oushak Area Rug in Faded Rose & Beige
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted, intricately decorated vintage Turkish Oushak area rug from the 1960s featuring an elegant medallion and lush scrolling vines inside nested curvilinear frames, ...
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Peach Orange Vintage Turkish Anatolian Mermaid Rug
Located in New York, NY
a mid-20th century Orange Coor Anatolian Turkish rug with mermaids floating around. Details rug no. j4304 size 5' 8" x 7' 4" (173 x 224 cm)
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8'x9'6" Carob Brown Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Carob Brown, Afghan Angora Oushak with Colorful Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: ...
Wool
$3,510Sale Price|35% Off
Hand-Knotted Floral Oushak Rug in Light Blue by Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
This wool hand-knotted Oushak rug by Keivan Woven Arts, was made in the 2010's. The field and border both have a cool blue gray. The field and border also share floral and leaflet mo...
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14x19 Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Neutral Earth Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
This magnificent oversized area rug captures the timeless elegance of traditional Turkish Oushak designs with a refreshed, modern perspective. Hand-knotted from premium wool, it feat...
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Vintage Turkish Red Runner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage Swedish flat-woven runner from the mid-20th century.
Wool
$2,370Sale Price|25% Off
8'x8' Gray, Afghan Peshawar Birds of Paradise, Wool Hand Knotted, Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Goose Gray, Afghan Peshawar Birds of Paradise, Vegetable Dyes, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Square Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transit...
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Doris Leslie Blau Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Floral Pale Sand Rug - c. 1900
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent oversized antique Turkish Oushak rug, dating from the early 20th century (circa 1900), exemplifies the timeless elegance and craftsmanship of traditional Anatolian w...
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$2,879Sale Price|40% Off
8.2x9.4 ft Hand Knotted Floral Area Rug with Black Field and Beige Border
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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Zabihi Collection Antique Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
1930s Turkish Oushak room size rug Details rug no. j3299 size 8' 2" x 10' (249 x 305 cm) rug type Oushak
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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
Oversized Contemporary Tan Floral Oushak Style Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Oushak-style wool rug beautifully blends modern design with the timeless charm of traditional Oushak craftsmanship. It features a striking tan background adorned wi...
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