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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Carpet 7' x 10' 4" - 213 x 315
Hailing from the historic weaving center …
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Carpet 7' x 10' 4" - 213 x 315
Hailing from the historic weaving center of Western Anatolia, antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been the gold standard of European and American luxury since the Ottoman Empire. Unlike the precise, fine-knotted rugs of urban Persian weaving workshops, the Oushak is celebrated for its "monumental" drawing style—characterized by large-scale motifs and a soft, open handle. This rug represents the late 19th to early 20th-century golden era of production, where traditional tribal symbols were reimagined with a sophisticated, decorative restraint.
The defining characteristic of this piece is its rare and romantic "Light Rose" ground. This is not a modern, synthetic pink; rather, it is a complex, mineral-toned blush—often achieved through the careful use of madder root diluted to its most delicate essence.
The Field: The rose-colored ground is luminous and airy, providing a warm, "candlelit" glow to any interior.
The Accents: Splashes of apricot, pale gold, and sage green dance across the field, all softened by a century of natural oxidation and light.
The Patina: The wool possesses a silken, lustrous quality, giving the colors a prismatic depth that shifts beautifully depending on the time of day and the angle of the light.
While the antique Turkish area rug features "Geometric" patterns, they are rendered with the characteristic Oushak "softness." The oversized medallions and scattered floral palmettes are slightly deconstructed, eschewing rigid symmetry for a more organic, hand-drawn feel. This "perfectly imperfect" aesthetic is exactly why Oushaks are preferred by designers—they provide the weight of an antique without the formal stiffness of a traditional carpet.
Design Application This room-size Oushak is the ultimate "chameleon" rug.
Its light, airy tones make it the perfect foundation for:
The Grand Estate: Elevating traditional antiques and architectural moldings.
The Coastal Retreat: Where its sun-bleached tones mirror the natural colors of sand and driftwood.
The Transitional Master Suite: Providing a serene, tactile sanctuary underfoot.
Specifications:
Origin: Oushak (Uşak), Western Anatolia, Turkey
Period: Late 19th / Early 20th Century
Design: Large-Scale Tribal Palmettes with Geometric Undercurrents
Palette: Light Rose/Blush, Warm Alabaster, Apricot, and Sage
Material: 100% Hand-spun Highland Wool on a Wool Foundation
Texture: Soft, medium-thick pile with a supple, luxurious handle.
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- Dimensions
- 7′ × 10′4″ and 0.5″ thick
- Styles
- Turkish
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Pattern
- Medallion/Crest
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Turkey
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Peach
- Condition Notes
- Good Repaired. Rewoven. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Good Condition. Good Repaired. Rewoven. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Good Condition. less
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