Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Geometric Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB7169 14'10" × 17'3" $100,000

Woven in Turkey circa 1900, this antique Oushak hand-knotted wool rug reflects the relaxed grandeur of the Anatolian weaving tradition. Its oversized scale and softly aged surface give the piece the easy, collected character for which Oushak carpets are prized.

A teal-blue field is scattered with oversized floral medallions, rosettes, and small botanical sprays, all drawn with a painterly softness that keeps the composition open rather than crowded. The central crest-like motif is balanced by cornerless ornament and a loose diagonal rhythm of pale accents, creating the sense of movement typical of finely made antique Oushak rugs.

Around it, a rust-red border with scalloped cartouches, palmettes, and geometric guard stripes frames the design in warm terracotta, sand, and faded ivory. The contrast between the cool field and earthy perimeter gives this Turkish rug a grounded yet luminous presence, well suited to traditional rooms, transitional interiors, or layered contemporary spaces.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.