Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Geometric Light Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8895 13'9" × 16'9" $65,000

This antique Turkish Oushak rug, hand-knotted circa 1920 in Anatolia, reflects the relaxed elegance for which historic Oushak carpets are prized.

Its light gray field is filled with a worn, rhythmic repeat of geometric trellis work and medallion-like forms, rendered in charcoal, taupe, and ivory. Rather than a strict central-medallion layout, the design settles into an allover composition, creating an easy visual flow and a sense of time-softened symmetry.

A broad border and nested guards provide clear architectural framing, with rosette, leaflike, and small geometric motifs that echo the interior pattern. The faded wool pile gives the rug a mellow, layered presence, allowing this antique Oushak to bring quiet structure and understated movement to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

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.