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 Smyrna Area Rug. 10 ft 3 in x 13 ft 10 in
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent Red Antique Turkish Smyrna Area Rug, country of origin/rug type: antique Turkish rugs, Size: 10 ft 3 in x 13 ft 10 in (3.12 m x 4.22 m), circa date: 1920
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The Highland Codex: A Modern Turkish Kars Masterpiece of Tribal Nobility
Located in Dallas, TX
54040 New Modern Turkish Kars Rug, 08'07 x 10'02. This hand knotted modern Turkish Kars rug is a commanding expression of Anatolia’s tribal design heritage, where rugs functioned as ...
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Ivory Modern Turkish Oushak Style Rug - Hand-Knotted Wool Colorful Whimsical Art
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this one-of-a-kind Modern Turkish Wool Rug, a masterpiece that bridges the gap between ancient craftsmanship and contemporary abstract art. Set against a lumi...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Runner with Medallions in Coral Background & Green Border
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 20th century antique Turkish Oushak runner with medallions in coral background & green border, rug h8-0401, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1920 This ea...
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12x15 Green Birds And Peacocks Garden Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( JC-10517 )
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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Blue & Green Geometric Design Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Rug
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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Modern HandCrafted Oushak Style Blue Wool Rug With floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This modern Oushak-style wool rug beautifully blends contemporary design with the timeless charm of traditional Oushak craftsmanship. It showcases a striking blue background framed b...
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9x12 Blue Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( G-13014 )
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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Zabihi Collection Large Square Soft Peach Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal large size handmade Turkish Oushak from the early 20th century in peach and cream. Measures: 16'8'' x 19'5'' Oushak rugs originated in the small town of Oushak in west-c...
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$2,700Sale Price|25% Off
4'x16'4" Gray Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Nevada Gray, Afghan Peshawar with Colorful Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Vibrant Wool, Natural Dyes, XL Wide Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No...
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New Hereke Wool & Cotton Carpet - Turkish Anatolian Red Ground Traditional Rug
Located in Tokyo, JP
This unique Wool Hereke Carpet is among the highest-quality carpets in the Hereke workshop. There is a flower lattice on a deep red background with the fineness of the weave, the use...
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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
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...
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$2,270Sale Price|25% Off
2'9"x19'5" Organic Wool Hand Knotted Almond Brown Angora Oushak XL Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Organic Wool Hand Knotted Almond Brown Angora Oushak with Colorful Willow and Cypress Tree Design Oriental XL Runner Rug. It has been Knotted fo...
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Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Rug in Colorful Geometric Floral Design 8' x 10'1"
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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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79309 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 07'11 x 09'04. Woven in the storied weaving houses of Anatolia, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug embodies the elegance and quiet co...
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$1,925Sale Price|30% Off
Contemporary Oushak Rug by Keivan Woven Arts, Hand-Knotted Wool, India
Located in Atlanta, GA
Contemporary Oushak Rug by Keivan Woven Arts . rug OB-103432980, country of origin / type: India / Oushak, circa Early 21th century. Measures: 7'9 x 9'9 This hand-knotted modern Ou...
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Ararat Rugs Modern Design Gabbeh Rug, Persian Mid-Century Design Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
This Gabbeh rug, designed in the 1930s, is a type of handwoven rug that originated from Iran, specifically from the southwestern region known as Fars. The word "Gabbeh" itself means ...
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Modern Oushak Muted Rug in Earthy Tones on a Cream Background
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern Oushak Muted Rug in Earthy Tones on a Cream Background. Country of Origin: India; Type: Oushak; Design: All-Over, Floral, Oushak Floral; Keivan Woven ...
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$1,199Sale Price|20% Off
New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Cape Cod Coastal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53422, new contemporary Turkish Oushak rug with modern Cape Cod Coastal style. Blending coastal elements from the modern world with earth-tone colors, this hand knotted wool contempo...
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, 4'7 x 8'7
Located in New York, NY
4'7 x 8'7. light colored Oushaks are among the most popular oriental carpets, known for the high quality of their wool their beautiful patterns and warm colors. These designer favori...
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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. Big leaves angularly bend to nearly enclose small palmettes while others reach across the spaciously laid out goldenrod yellow field. The ...
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Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage turkish oushak rug 16'' x 19''
Wool, Cotton, Foam
9x12 Pink Oushak Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug ( JC-11159)
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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$657Sale Price|25% Off
4'1"x6' Punch Pink Afghan Angora Oushak Leaf Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Punch Pink, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Leaf Design, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: T...
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$813Sale Price|40% Off
6.3x9.5 Ft Vintage Turkish Kysari Area Rug, Handmade Wool Carpet
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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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A divine antique Turkish Oushak rug. This piece encompasses a tasteful geometric design. Neutral tones and an antique red gives the piece just the right amount of color. Oushak rugs ...
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$512Sale Price|40% Off
5.6x7.7 Ft Handmade Sun Faded Oushak Area Rug, Medallion Design Wool Carpet
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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Early 20th Century Handmade Turkish Oushak Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak large room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century. Measures: 10' 8" x 15' 11"
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$527Sale Price|40% Off
3'9''x6'9" Vintage Oriental Rug, Hand Made Turkish Tribal Carpet in Soft Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish rug from 1950s. The rug is made of medium wool pile on wool foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floor, in very good condition with no i...
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$2,122Sale Price|25% Off
6'x8'9" Dodger Blue Hand Knotted Wool Abrash 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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$168Sale Price|50% Off
1.6x3 Ft Vintage Mini Rug in Muted Colors. Handmade Door Mat, Turkish Bath Mat
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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$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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$1,279Sale Price|40% Off
7.4x11 Ft Vintage Floral Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak Rug in Soft, Muted Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug in a very soft, muted palette of beige, khaki, ecru, tan, fawn and dark steel blue. The rug features two floral medallions at both ends of t...
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9x12 Dark Rust Peacock And Bird And Tree Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( JC-6009)
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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Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Oushak Style, 1960
Located in Norwalk, CT
A hand knotted vintage Turkish Anatolian rug with an all-over design. This rug measures 4'11" x 10'5".
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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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8x10 Light Purple Colourful Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( G-12321 )
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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$527Sale Price|25% Off
2'7"x7'10" Luxe Blue Afghan Angora Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Afghan Angora Oushak, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanshi...
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Contemporary Ushak Rug with Seljuk Floral Motifs, Handwoven Natural Dye Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This newly crafted Ushak rug revives the visual language of Seljuk Anatolia with a bold, modern sensibility. The rug’s composition draws on 13th-century Seljuk court designs, where g...
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9x12 Light Blue Tree Of Life Birds Peacock Garden Handmade Wool Rug ( JC-13192 )
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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Modern Oushak Style Allover Wool Rug Hand knotted In Light Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
Discover the elegance of this modern Oushak Style hand-knotted wool rug, showcasing a warm light brown field beautifully adorned with an intricate all-over floral design. The pattern...
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Zabihi Collection Cherry Red Turkish Rug Small Border Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th century Turkish rug. Measures: 12" x 18''
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Charcoal & Slate Modern Oushak-Style Wool Area Rug – Hand-Knotted Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this sophisticated modern wool rug, featuring a refined charcoal and slate blue palette. This piece masterfully blends traditional Oushak influences with a co...
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Vintage-Inspired Oushak Style Modern Wool Area Rug – Muted Slate & Terracotta
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with this sophisticated modern wool rug, blending timeless Turkish heritage with a contemporary, distressed aesthetic. Featuring a soft, low-pile constructi...
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$2,236Sale Price|40% 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 ...
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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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$848Sale Price|25% Off
2'9"x11'10" Sage Green Wool Weft Afghan Angora Oushak Runner 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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Contemporary Abstract Ikat Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Earthy Taupe
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with this sophisticated modern wool rug, featuring a masterful blend of traditional Ikat-inspired motifs and contemporary abstract design. Hand-knotted with...
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$1,061Sale Price|40% Off
6.4x10 Ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Oushak Area Rug in Beige & Green
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s featuring an elegant medallion design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the f...
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New Contemporary Orange Oushak Rug, 12'00 x 14'10
Located in Dallas, TX
31077 Vintage-Inspired Modern Orange Oushak Rug, 12'00 x 14'10. Modern Indian Oushak rugs are contemporary hand-knotted rugs crafted in India, inspi...
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8x10 Blue Gray Rust Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( P - 10122 )
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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19th Century Tribal Turkish Oushak Rug 9'7'' X 8'7''
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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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Pale Taupe, Beige and Soft Grey Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 2'0 x 3'3 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Pale Taupe, Beige and Soft Grey Tones. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug /EN-810, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940. A...
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The Anatolian Crown: A Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79683 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 11'05 x 18'08. The Anatolian Crown: A Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Elegance. This hand-knotted wool antique Turkish Oushak rug, w...
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$964Sale Price|30% Off
6.2x9 Ft Mid Century Handmade Turkish Wool Area Rug in Green and Beige
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A mid-century Turkish area rug hand-knotted in the 1960s with low wool pile on cotton foundation. It features a medallion with floral tendrils at its center in turquoise green and fo...
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New Star Ushak Carpet 16th Century Revival Rug Museum Piece Turkish Natural Dye
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.46-47 and Oriental Rugs, Volume 4 Turki...
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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...
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$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Tekke Bukhara Turkmen Carpet Turkoman Buhara Turkmenistan Runner Rug
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Central Asian Old Tekke Bukhara Turkmen Runner Carpet from Turkmenistan with a rare and beautiful color composition. Bukhara carpet (Turkme...
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$5,159Sale Price|20% Off
The Gilded Haven: A Modern Turkish Oushak Masterpiece in Earthbound Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
52943 New Turkish Oushak Rug, 09'00 x 12'06. Refined yet inviting, this modern hand knotted wool Turkish Oushak rug captures the tranquil essence of contemporary Anatolian artistry, ...
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