Antique Turkish Floral Allover Classic Taupe Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB6808 14'1" × 19'2" $85,000

This antique Turkish hand-knotted wool rug, circa 1920, reflects the Oushak tradition in a softly worn, large-format allover composition. Its antique character comes through in the gentle abrash, subdued pile, and the way the design has mellowed into a calm, textile-like surface.

Instead of a central medallion, the field unfolds in horizontal bands of botanical motifs—small blossoms, scrolling vines, and trellis-like repeats—rendered in low relief across a classic taupe ground. The pattern is elegant without being emphatic, creating a sense of quiet rhythm that works beautifully in rooms where the rug should support furniture rather than compete with it.

A restrained border frames the composition with similar floral ornament, reinforcing the balance and symmetry associated with Arts and Crafts and Oushak design. In shades of warm beige, dusty brown, and soft gray, this antique Turkish carpet brings age, patina, and an understated decorative finish to both traditional and contemporary interiors, adding depth without visual weight.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.