Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1880 BB7502 12'8" × 17'0" $53,000

This antique Turkish Oushak carpet, woven circa 1880, reflects the refined Anatolian weaving tradition for which Oushak rugs are prized. Hand-knotted in wool, it presents as a large-format floor covering with an allover character that feels both orderly and relaxed.

The field is saturated in deep brick red, set with rows of boteh-like floral ovals that create a subtle trellis effect across the surface. Each repeat is slightly varied in tone, with touches of ivory, dusty blue, sage, and muted gold lending movement to the composition without disturbing its calm rhythm. A restrained border system frames the design with leafy vines and small rosettes, keeping the layout architectural and balanced.

Its appeal lies in that blend of structure and softness: a classical pattern translated through the supple drawing and mellow palette typical of antique Oushak carpets. The result is a rug that can anchor a formal room, warm a library, or bring layered color and historic texture to a more contemporary interior.

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.