Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 Architectural BB8788 13'7" × 17'2" $130,000

This antique Oushak Turkish medallion rug, circa 1900, is a hand-knotted wool carpet from western Anatolia. It reflects the Oushak tradition at its most architectural, with a room-anchoring layout that balances structure and openness.

A broad warm tan field is organized into stacked rectangular compartments and nested frames, each filled with softened geometric devices, cartouche-like panels, and restrained floral detailing. The large-scale center keeps the composition calm, while the surrounding border hierarchy adds definition without overpowering the design. The narrow borders of square motifs and floral vines reinforce the antique rug’s layered symmetry.

Muted beige, taupe, and brown tones deepen the antique patina, giving the rug a quietly aged look that feels both formal and relaxed. Its low-contrast palette and balanced geometry make it especially suited to interiors that call for warmth, texture, and a composed Turkish rug presence, while still allowing the softened compartments to read clearly from across a room and lend subtle rhythm.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.