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.
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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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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$4,088Sale Price|20% Off
12'x17'9" Harbor Gray Hand Knotted Supple Oushak Wool Oversized Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Supple Collection, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oushak Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsma...
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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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Zabihi Collection Antique Long Orange Turkish Oushak Early 20th Century Runner
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century colorful bright orange field long and narrow Oushak Runner. Not many old runners made this long from the Oushak region. this was most probably a custom order at...
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$9,800Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Turkish Oushak Wool Rug Handmade In Terracotta Color
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Turkish Oushak rug is a one-of-a-kind piece, hand-knotted with high-quality wool. The striking terracotta color field and intricate medallion motif design with yellow an...
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$14,700Sale Price|30% Off
1900s Cream Antique Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Rug 13' x 16'
Located in New York, NY
Antique circa 1900 Turkish Oushak hand-knotted wool rug, 13' x 16' (156 x 192 in), in cream tones. Condition: good, rewoven. Repaired. Replacements made. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Good Condition. Heriz was a popular source for Oushak designers and this ivory carpet...
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$208Sale Price|20% Off
2'1"x3' Light Gray Afghan Angora Oushak 100% Wool Hand Knotted Mat Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Light Gray, Afghan Angora Oushak, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, Mat, Sample, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional P...
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Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Single thin stemmed germinating plant with playful pinwheel buds atop an open field. Colors and shades include: Dusty pale raspberry, deep blush, pale cochineal red, ivory, beige,...
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The Celestial Arbor: 19th Century Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Sacred Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
77092 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 11'06 x 15'09. The Celestial Arbor: A Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Sacred Splendor. Commanding the presence of a stunning...
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$1,230Sale Price / item|40% Off
8'x9'10" Contemporary Floral Turkish Area Rug, All Wool, 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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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oushak Turkish Rug - c. 1920 by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Oushak Rugs collection. This remarkable oversized Turkish Oushak rug, dating from the 1880s, is a rare and exquisite example of Ottoman-era craftsmanship. Measur...
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$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
12'x12' Glaucous Blue Hand Knotted Afghan Peshawar Soft Wool Round 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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$733Sale Price|40% Off
Decorative Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Area Rug with Medallion Design
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage Turkish area rug. Finely hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on cotton foundation. Very good condition. Measures: 6 x 8.7 ft. Sturdy and as clean as a brand new rug (d...
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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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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug in Wool 11' X 16'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, are a type of Turkish rug that originates from the city of Oushak (also spelled Ushak) in western Turkey. These rugs are highly prized for thei...
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8x10 Camel and Ivory Swedish Deco Style Hand-Knotted Wool Rug ( G - 15429 )
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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Late 19th Century Beige and Peach Floral Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Beige and Peach Floral Turkish Oushak Rug Turkey, circa 1890 A softly muted rug featuring a beige field with a delicate central medallion and finely drawn florals ...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug. Size: 14 ft 7 in x 17 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak rug, Turkey, C turn of the 20th century - Size: 14 ft 7 in x 17 ft 6 in (4.44 m x 5.33 m).
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Nazmiyal Collection Antique Oversized Turkish Oushak Rug 13' 10" x 21' 9"
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant Antique Oversized Turkish Oushak Rug with Bold Palmettes and Striking Decorative Pattern, Country of Origin: Turkey, Circa Date: 19th Century
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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
$2,879Sale Price|40% Off
8x9.7 ft Hand Knotted Beige Wool Oushak Area Rug with All-Over Floral Design
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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$1,689Sale Price|40% Off
8x10 ft Hand-Knotted Floral Oushak Wool Area Rug, Blue and Ivory Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring soft color and refined pattern 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%...
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Djoharian Collection Mamluk Rug 4 x 3 ft Hand-Knotted 125 x 85 cm
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
This exceptional, hand-knotted Afghan wool rug is a brilliant testament to artisanal textile design, beautifully reinterpreting a historic geometric composition on an intimate scale....
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$10,064Sale Price|20% Off
12'x15'8" Green Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool XL Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Savannah Green, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft and Shiny Wool, Hand Knotted, Vegetable Dyes, XL, Oversized, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile ...
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$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
1960's Turkish Oushak Carpet Runner with Modern Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runner features a modern tribal style. Immersed in Anatolian history and vibrant colors, this vintage Oushak rug runner...
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Zabihi Collection Large Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug with an all over crab design on a pinky red ground Details rug no. j3139 size 11' 7" x 15' (353 x 457 cm)
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Modern Indian Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Whimsical "Tree of Life" Bird Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Add a touch of artisanal charm to your home with this Modern Indian Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, featuring the classic "Tree of Life" motif. Its vibrant garden of stylized birds and floral...
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Late-19th Century Antique Oushak Beige Turkish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Oushak Beige Turkish Rug Turkey, circa 1880 A soft ivory field with a delicate central medallion and sparse, finely drawn motifs dispersed across the open ground. The gentle...
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$5,040Sale Price|30% Off
Modern Turkish Oushak Blue Handmade Allover Floral Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a blue color field. This Turkish Piece has a beige frame with rust, yellow, and gray accent colors in a gorgeous all-over floral de...
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$693Sale Price|20% Off
2'6"x6'2" Gray Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Nevada Gray, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft and Velvety Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Hand Knotted, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: ...
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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...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Rug Soft Ivory Field, Terracotta & Gold Tones
Located in Port Washington, NY
This exceptional late 19th century Oushak carpet embodies the timeless elegance and understated grandeur that has made these Anatolian weavings so highly sought after. Generously sca...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold mid-20th century Turkish Oushak rug with an unusual pattern containing standing figures and two figures on horseback all woven in brilliant indigos, turquoise, orange, and whi...
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$15,999Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Rug Saffron, Light Blue and Coral
Located in Port Washington, NY
Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, are woven in Western Turkey and have distinct designs, such as angular large-scale floral patterns. They usually evoke a calmness and peacefuln...
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Unique Turkish Rug with Brown and Neutral Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Unique Turkish Rug With Brown and Neutral Colors 4'10 x 6'3 Keivan Woven Arts / Rug EN-1085, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940. This piece is an impressive patter...
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Handmade Modern Designed Turkish Oushak Wool Runner in Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a beige color field. This Turkish Piece has yellow, blue, green, and red accent colors in a gorgeous all-over floral design. This ...
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Early 20th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Wool Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
This early 20th-century antique Oushak rug belongs to the celebrated weaving tradition of western Anatolia, where Oushak became one of the most important historic centers of Turkish...
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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 ...
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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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$784Sale Price|40% Off
2.7x8.2 ft Hand-Knotted Floral Runner Rug. Muted-Tone Hallway, Corridor Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add timeless warmth, texture, and artisan craftsmanship to your home with this hand-knotted Turkish runner rug, made from 100% wool and offered in new condition. Expertly crafted usi...
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$17,249
1900 Antique Turkish Oushak
Located in Los Angeles, US
The Oushak rugs have become the rugs of choice for many of the top interior decorators in the world today. Just open any copy of architectural digest and you will see these magnifice...
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Turkish Oushak Rug Gray Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 8'10" x 11'10"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray Blue Handwoven Wool Rug 8'10" x 11'10" Measuring 8'10" x 11'10", this Turkish Oushak rug is a refined statement piece woven entirely from handwoven wool and ...
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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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$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, 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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Serene Sage & Coral Modern Oushak Style Handmade Wool Rug 10x10
Located in Norwalk, CT
Transform your space with the elegant Modern Oushak Style Handmade Wool Rug. Expertly hand-knotted from premium wool, it blends traditional Turkish artistry with a contemporary touch...
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$12,799Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Turkish Oriental Rug, Saffron, Coral, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Oushak rugs, also known as Ushak rugs, are woven in Western Turkey and have distinct designs, such as angular large-scale floral patterns. They usually evoke a calmness and peacefuln...
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$11,200Sale Price|30% Off
Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Transitional Neutrals & Earth Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning Modern Oushak style rug blends traditional Turkish heritage with a fresh, contemporary aesthetic. Hand-knotted from premium wool, it features a spacious ivory field ado...
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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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$408Sale Price|20% Off
3'x4'8" Admiral Blue Angora Oushak All Over Pattern Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Admiral Blue, Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Pattern, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tra...
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$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
An Anatolian Constellation: Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Tribal Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
52087 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 01'10 x 07'10. Woven in the storied weaving regions of western Anatolia, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runner captures the quiet aut...
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$5,459Sale Price|20% Off
Gray Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Soft Wool Oversized Rug 12'0" x 15'2"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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$6,500
Antique Oushak Pale Rug
Located in New York, NY
Intermediate size antique Turkish Oushak in pale colors.
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8x10 Green Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Oriental Wool Wool Rug ( G - 12469 )
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 Oushak Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Salmon 1940 4'1x7'4
Located in New York, NY
4'1 X 7'4. The luxurious quality of the wool (for which Oushaks have always been famous) contributed to the vibrancy of the colors. Unlike most Turkish rugs, Oushak rugs were heavily...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug in Coral, Ivory and Soft Blue Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 8'5 x 11'5 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug in Coral, Ivory and Soft Blue Accents. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug/CHRT-1, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1900. A be...
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Late 19th Century Grey Green Stylized Floral Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Grey Green Stylized Floral Turkish Oushak Rug Turkey, circa 1890 This rug features a pale olive field filled with intricate, stylized motifs in warm coral and gold...
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Turkish Oushak Rug Gray, Blue & Ivory Handwoven Wool Rug 2'3" x 3'4"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Gray, Blue & Ivory Handwoven Wool Rug 2'3" x 3'4" This handwoven Turkish Oushak rug is a beautifully crafted accent piece, made from 100% high-quality wool and dy...
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Vintage Circa 1940 Turkish Oushak Rug, Handwoven Wool, 3'11 x 5'8
Located in New York, NY
3'11 x 5'8. 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 wa...
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