Oushak 1821

An exquisite antique Turkish Oushak area rug from the late 19th century, showcasing the masterful artistry of the Anatolian weaving tradition in a rare and unusual colorway. The open field is rendered in a luminous abrash pale yellow-green — a chartreuse tone of extraordinary rarity in antique Oushak rugs — highlighted by a delicate central medallion that floats on the surface with the spacious quality for which Oushak designs are celebrated.

The pale yellow border, adorned with a flowing vine design in warm rust-red, creates a harmonious balance of color and form that exemplifies the Oushak tradition at its most refined. The abrash — the natural tonal variation of hand-dyed wool — runs through the chartreuse field with a depth and movement that adds visual interest at every viewing. Oushak rugs, woven in the city of Uşak in western Turkey, occupy a singular position in the world of antique carpets. Distinguished by their large-scale geometric medallions, their luminous palette of soft golds, ivory, and terracotta, and the extraordinary quality of their long-staple Anatolian wool, Oushak rugs have been prized by European collectors since the Renaissance — appearing in the paintings of Holbein, Lotto, and Memling as symbols of wealth and refinement. Today, authentic antique Oushak rugs are among the most sought-after pieces in the interior design world, prized for their ability to bring warmth, elegance, and a timeless quality to both traditional and contemporary spaces.

Dimensions: 3' 5" x 5' 8"

Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s

Place of Origin: Turkey (Oushak)

Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1821