Antique Oushak Turkish Floral Medallion Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB7504 12'0" × 15'8" $75,000

This antique Oushak Turkish medallion rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1880, reflects the relaxed weaving tradition of Western Anatolia. Its composition is open and measured, allowing the time-softened field to breathe while the decorative elements settle into an elegant, understated rhythm.

A muted beige ground sets the tone for a softly drawn arrangement of floral and foliate ornament, led by a diamond-shaped central medallion and echoed by smaller crest-like forms above and below. The drawing is intentionally loose, with painterly outlines, delicate vinery, and scattered botanical details that keep the design airy rather than rigid. A narrow inner frame and a wider floral border provide structure without interrupting the calm flow of the field.

The palette is quietly warm, combining cream beige with brick red, gold, light gray, and olive accents for a naturally aged character. That softened contrast gives the rug its livable richness, making it especially well suited to interiors that call for historic texture, gentle color, and the enduring charm of an antique Turkish Oushak carpet.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.