Oushak Turkish Antique Allover Geometric Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 BB6586 17'6" × 18'2" $85,000

Hand-knotted in Turkey circa 1900, this antique Oushak carpet reflects the relaxed Anatolian weaving tradition for which the region is admired. Its square format gives the composition an especially architectural presence, suited to rooms that call for warmth and balance.

Rather than a rigid central medallion, the field unfolds as an allover geometric lattice in pale sand and taupe brown, with softened dusty rose accents. Diamond forms, trellis lines, and crest-like motifs are dispersed across the surface in a deliberately worn, painterly manner, allowing the design to read with depth instead of sharp contrast. The broad negative space is one of its most appealing qualities, giving the pattern room to breathe.

A layered border system reinforces the rug’s historic character: rosette-and-vine bands, small guard borders, and dark ground passages frame the field with quiet authority. The mellow palette and hand-knotted wool pile create an easy patina that pairs naturally with traditional furnishings, but also brings calm texture to contemporary interiors. This antique Turkish Oushak carpet offers the kind of softened geometry designers value for grounding a room without visual heaviness.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.