Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Geometric Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8525 15'4" × 17'7" $95,000

This antique Turkish Oushak rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1880, reflects the Anatolian weaving tradition in an oversized square format. Its prayer-rug architecture gives the piece an unusual sense of formality, yet the softened drawing and time-worn surface keep the composition approachable and elegant.

A light beige field is organized around a tall mihrab-like center, flanked by two slender pendant forms and framed by layered borders. Instead of strict symmetry, the design uses tribal geometry, trellis textures, and small symbolic motifs to create a relaxed rhythm. Peach, terracotta, warm tan, and muted taupe provide quiet contrast without disturbing the airy ground.

The result is a carpet with architectural presence and a gentle, time-softened palette that works beautifully in rooms seeking historic character rather than heavy ornament. Its low-contrast patterning allows the prayer-form structure, border detail, and antique patina to anchor interiors with ease, especially in formal living rooms, libraries, or layered dining spaces.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug embodies the rich heritage and refined craftsmanship that define the world's most exceptional carpets. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has earned an international reputation for curating rare and important rugs spanning centuries of design history.