Oushak Turkish Antique Medallion Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB6770 13'7" × 16'2" $70,000

This antique Turkish Oushak rug, woven circa 1900 in the Anatolian tradition, presents the relaxed elegance for which historic Oushaks are prized. Hand-knotted in wool, it belongs to the great family of early Turkish medallion carpets, where scale, softness, and spacing matter as much as ornament.

The composition is anchored by a large, gently faded central medallion set within an open soft beige field. Around it, mirrored floral and foliate motifs unfold in a quiet, almost painterly rhythm, while angular vines and small crest-like forms give the design its structure. The border is restrained, allowing the interior drawing to breathe and keeping the overall effect calm rather than formal.

Its palette is especially refined: pale sand, dusty rose, muted peach, and faded coral are softened further by worn gray-brown outlines and the subtle patina of age. That tonal restraint gives the rug an understated warmth and makes it a natural fit for interiors that call for antique character, botanical detail, and a serene architectural presence.

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.