Antique Oushak Turkish Allover Floral Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 (Size Adjusted) BB6589 14'1" × 21'9" $120,000

Woven in Turkey circa 1880, this antique Oushak rug is a hand-knotted wool example of Anatolia’s celebrated carpet tradition. Its oversized format and relaxed allover arrangement give the piece the easy elegance for which classical Oushaks are prized, balancing ornament with generous visual breathing room.

The field presents a softly washed ivory ground with cool blue undertones, animated by an allover trellis of floral and geometric motifs. Rosettes, palmettes, and angular blossoms are drawn in warm saffron, terracotta, olive, and muted gold, creating a layered surface that feels both orderly and gently weathered. The abrash adds depth and a time-softened patina.

A substantial border system frames the composition with clear architectural definition, repeating stylized botanical forms in a rhythm that echoes the interior pattern. The result is a Turkish antique rug that feels decorative yet composed, well suited to rooms where pattern, history, and a calm, light-filled palette are equally important.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.