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.
Modern Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Vibrant Terracotta & Ochre Lattice Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your living space with this beautiful hand-knotted wool rug that combines traditional craftsmanship with a modern flair. It features an intricate lattice pattern with oversiz...
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Pastel Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug 10x13
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning Modern Oushak Style rug combines traditional Turkish motifs with a contemporary color palette. Hand-knotted from high-quality wool, it features a soft cream field with ...
Wool
Whimsical Modern Blue & Ivory Kite Motif Hand-Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your space with this modern wool rug featuring a playful “kites in flight” design. Set against a textured, multi-tonal sky blue backdrop, it showcases geometric kites in shad...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Circa 1900, Oversized 18'7" x 16'9"
Located in Los Angeles, US
This monumental antique Turkish Oushak rug, woven circa 1900 in Western Anatolia, represents a rare and highly desirable example of large-scale village weaving. Measuring an impressi...
Wool
$103,500Sale Price|25% Off
14x19 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug Muted Seafoam & Ochre Palace Size
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Palace-sized 14 x 19 antique Turkish Oushak rug showcases the timeless elegance of Anatolian artistry. Featuring a rare, oversized format, the rug is defined by a serene seafoam...
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Whimsical Modern Turkish Hand-Knotted Wool Rug - Abstract Tribal Motifs on Cream
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your interior with this one-of-a-kind Modern Turkish Wool Rug, a masterpiece of contemporary craftsmanship rooted in Anatolian tradition. This striking area rug features a ne...
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Whimsical Garden Paradise Modern Indian Wool Rug - Soft Blue & Coral Bird Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Bring the serene beauty of a flowering aviary into your home with this stunning Modern Indian Wool Rug. Handcrafted with premium wool, this piece features a whimsical, all-over patte...
Wool
$3,359Sale Price|20% Off
The Whispered Palimpsest: A Modern Oushak Masterpiece of Ottoman Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
81172 New Modern Pakistani Oushak Rug, 08'00 x 09'07. This hand knotted wool modern Oushak rug, woven in Pakistan, embodies the quiet confidence of heritage reinterpreted for today’s...
Wool
$3,528Sale Price|20% Off
6'x9'1" Ivory Ziegler Mahal Medallion Design Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Irish Cream White with Red, Ziegler Mahal with Medallion Design, Zero Pile, Distressed, Distinct Abrash, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile ...
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Turkish Kars Rug - Hand-Knotted Wool - Muted Dusty Rose & Sage Floral Medallion
Located in Norwalk, CT
This extraordinary Vintage Turkish Kars Rug is a rare find for collectors and interior designers alike. Hand knotted, this rug serves as a beautiful bridge to the craftsmanship of th...
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Zabihi Collection Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Worn Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th century worn Turkish oushak Details rug no. 8353 size 10' 5" x 13' (318 x 396 cm)
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Turkey Brown Oushak Runner Rug 3x21 ft
Located in Dallas, TX
This Turkish Oushak gallery runner rug dates to 1930-1950 and is categorized as antique. Woven in wool, it presents a warm brown ground with softly varied tonal shifts that suit long...
Wool
Djoharian Collection 10x14 Exclusive Khotan Room Size Area Rug Traditional
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Djoharian Collection Exclusive Khotan Room Size Area Rug Traditional Style A large sized floral rug in style of antique Khotan Carpets. This beautiful rug was hand knotted to fit 2...
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Artisan Oushak-Inspired Hand-Knotted Modern Wool Rug Pastel Geometric Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this stunning hand-knotted wool rug, a contemporary masterpiece inspired by traditional Oushak motifs. Featuring a warm, sandy camel field, the rug is adorned...
Wool
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Wool
$615Sale Price|25% Off
3'x5' Gray Birds Paradise Hand Knotted Peshawar Wool 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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Transitional Bidjar Style Charcoal & Olive Wool Rug – Modern Botanical Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home decor with this stunning Modern Transitional Bidjar style Area Rug, meticulously crafted from premium wool for lasting durability and a soft, luxurious feel underfo...
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Zabihi Collection Antique Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century antique Oushak carpet Measures: 9'11” x 13'5”.
Wool
$6,500
Antique Oushak Pale Rug
Located in New York, NY
Intermediate size antique Turkish Oushak in pale colors.
Wool
21st Century Turkish Oushak Oversize Carpet by Galerie Shabab
Located in New York, NY
A modern Turkish Oushak oversize carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 16' 0" x 19' 0"
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$2,104Sale Price|60% Off
9.6x12.5 Ft Vintage Turkish Rug with Geometric Medallions, Coral Pink & Blue
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This vintage hand-knotted Central Anatolian rug presents a striking yet refined composition featuring three large, linked geometric medallions. Surrounding the medallions are traditi...
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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...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Large Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak large carpet handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 13' 1" x 16' 4"
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Bright Coral Antique Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Bright coral antique Turkish Large Room size rug, circa 1920. Measures: 11'4" x 14'1".
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Grey Oushak vintage style rug 6 x 4 ft hand-knotted wool and viscose
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Grey Oushak vintage style rug 6 x 4 ft hand-knotted wool and viscose for living room, dining room, bedroom, office, entry. A Qushak rug hand knotted wool. Design: Transitional Ousha...
Wool, Silk
13x15 Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Neutral Ivory & Sage
Located in Norwalk, CT
Transform your space with the elegance of this Modern Oushak style wool rug, hand-crafted to mimic antique Turkish carpets. Featuring geometric medallions and stylized floral motifs,...
Wool
Bobyrug’s Vintage Decorative Square Turkish Ushak Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful early 20th century Turkish rug with a decorative design and green and pink salmon colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the ...
Wool
$10,080Sale Price|30% Off
The Pastel Reverie: A Contemporary Oushak Masterpiece of Botanical Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
54032 New Modern Turkish Oushak Rug, 11'11 x 15'00. Drift into a world of cultivated serenity with this hand-knotted wool Turkish Oushak—an extraordinary contemporary creation that f...
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8x10 Blue Turkish Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug ( JC-7168)
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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$4,116Sale Price|20% Off
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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Blue Floral Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Rug 7' x 8'7"
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
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
The Anatolian Archive: A Modern Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Cultivated Calm
Located in Dallas, TX
54045 New Modern Turkish Oushak Rug, 10'00 x 15'00. This hand knotted modern Turkish Oushak rug is a refined continuation of one of Anatolia’s most storied weaving traditions—reimagi...
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Zabihi Collection Early 20th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Village Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century hand-knotted Turkish village rug from the Oushak region of Western Anatolia, showcasing a beautifully balanced composition of repeating geometric medallions set...
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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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Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Scatter Square Size Floral Rug
Located in New York, NY
mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian scatter-size square rug rug no. j3453 size 3'8" x 4'4"
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Vintage Turkish Ivory Hand Knotted Wool Oushak Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
3'3 x 5'3 Vintage Turkish Oushak Area Rug . Oushak's are known for their soft palettes combined with eccentric drawing. Oushak in western Turkey has the longest continuous rug weavin...
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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...
Wool
$9,072Sale Price|20% Off
The Whispering Grove: A Modern Oushak Rug of Earthly Harmony
Located in Dallas, TX
31075 Modern Earth-Tone Oushak Rug, 12'00 x 14'08. Step into the tranquil beauty of nature with this exquisite hand-knotted wool modern Oushak rug, a masterpiece that embodies the es...
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Modern Oushak Style Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Muted Earth Tones & Pastel Accents
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your space with this sophisticated Oushak-style wool rug, featuring a low-pile texture and a refined neutral palette. Hand-knotted from high-quality wool, it showcases oversi...
Wool
$3,752Sale Price|25% Off
11'9"x17'9" Green Oushak Design Supple Collection Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian weaving craftsmanship techniques b...
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$7,600Sale Price|36% Off
New Colorful Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52218 New colorful Turkish Oushak Rug, 10.02 x 13.00.Emanating modern style with incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool exquisite Turkish Oushak rug is a captivating v...
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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
Wool
$319Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turkish Yastik Rug, Timeless Appeal Meets Stylish Durability
Located in Dallas, TX
50797 Vintage Turkish Yastik Rug, 01'06 X 02'11. Vintage Turkish Yastik rugs are the creme de la creme of small Anatolian rugs. Originally used as pillow covers, these beauties have...
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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...
Wool
$28,875Sale Price|25% Off
Oversized 12x25 Modern Turkish Oushak Rug in Red Hand-Knotted Wool
Located in Norwalk, CT
Strikingly oversized 12x25 modern Turkish Oushak rug, hand-knotted in lustrous wool with a vivid red field and intricate geometric-floral motifs. Featuring a soft abrash and a light ...
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 10 ft x 11 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Country of origin: Turkey, Circa date: 1900
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Room Sized Modern Oushak Style Beige Wool Rug Handmade With Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Oushak-style wool rug masterfully blends modern aesthetics with the enduring charm of traditional Oushak craftsmanship. It boasts a stunning light beige backdrop, e...
Wool
$390Sale Price|40% Off
2.7x4.2 Ft Vintage Handmade "Antique Washed" Anatolian Milas Small Wool Rug
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
Antique Lavar Kerman Old Medallion Rug Hand Knotted Kirman Persian Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is an Antique Lavar Kirman Medallion Carpet from the Kirman region with a rare and beautiful color composition. Kirman (Kerman) is one of the significant rug-producing areas of...
Wool, Natural Fiber
Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Oushak Style Rug with Cream and Beige Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool and silk, this oversized 14x20 rug represents a regal new line in Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection—inspired by vintage and antique Oushak rug desi...
Wool, Silk
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-15923, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1950 Measures: 1'7 x 3'0
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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
12x15 Blue Turkish Oushak Handmade Wool Rug ( OAC-42)
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...
Wool
$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, ...
Wool
$9,599Sale Price|20% Off
New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53782 New Contemporary Turkish Oushak rug with soft colors 10'04 x 14'11. With its effortless beauty and geometric design, this hand knotted wool contemporary Turkish Oushak rug is p...
Wool
$6,608Sale Price|20% Off
The Anatolian Reverie: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Garden Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79557 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 09'05 x 14'04. Woven in the storied weaving centers of Western Anatolia, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug captures the quiet grande...
Wool
Room Sized Modern Floral Oushak Style Brown Wool Rug In a 12 x 15
Located in Norwalk, CT
This modern hand-knotted Oushak-style wool rug beautifully merges contemporary aesthetics with the enduring charm of traditional Oushak craftsmanship. Boasting a rich brown backgroun...
Wool
$2,514Sale Price|40% Off
8x11.7 Ft Vintage Hand-Knotted Anatolian Oushak Wool Area Rug with Floral Design
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
$12,000Sale Price|25% 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...
Wool
$2,164Sale Price|40% Off
8.4x12 Ft Hand Knotted Vintage Large Wool Rug from Milas / Turkey, 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