Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1820 BB4185 14'4" × 19'2" $75,000

Woven in Turkey around 1820, this antique Oushak rug reflects the relaxed grandeur of early Anatolian carpet weaving. Its allover composition is organized by a bold trellis framework, giving the piece both structure and a quietly inviting, lived-in character.

The warm tan field is crossed by brick-red lattice lines edged in navy blue, creating a series of large compartments that hold stylized floral and foliate devices. Within each section, geometric medallions, small blossoms, and angular botanical forms appear with a pleasing balance of order and variation, while the spacious drawing preserves a sense of openness. A finely worked border system frames the composition with repeated flowerheads, delicate guards, and dark blue accents that sharpen the outline.

Hand-knotted in wool, the carpet has the soft patina and subtle irregularity prized in early Oushak rugs. Its earthy palette and rhythmic geometry make it especially effective in traditional, transitional, or layered interiors, where an antique Turkish rug can ground a room without overwhelming it.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.