This early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug is a rare and exceptional find in a near-square format — a proportion highly sought after by interior designers for its visual versatility and balance, and one that occurs far less frequently in the Oushak weaving tradition than standard rectangular formats. The large central medallion, set against a rich red field, demonstrates Oushak weaving at its boldest — the chartreuse, soft pink, brown, pale yellow, and ivory accents creating a palette of unusual warmth and sophistication.
Each corner is adorned with subtle square motifs that echo the central design, enhancing the piece's symmetry and refinement, while the green border with stylized floral elements in red, ivory, and gold frames the composition with characteristic Oushak elegance. 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: 24" x 26"
- Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s
- Place of Origin: Turkey (Oushak)
- Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes
- Condition: Wear consistent with age and use
SKU: 2056
