Discovering the origin

The origin of Oushak rugs is traced back to the Ottoman empire and particularly the region of Oushak, located in present day Turkey. Therefore, they are named after the city they originate from. The region has been considered to be an active trade route since the 15th century. The oushak rugs are a manifestation of the diversity of cultures of the region, maneuvering the Turkish knotting techniques. 

Hallmark; a vibrant yet muted color palette with spacial designs

The rugs’ hallmark lies in their distinct vibrant, lively, yet soft, classic and muted color palettes as well as the designs, enriched in traditional symbols. Oushak rugs have an intricate border styling. Oushak rugs are hand knotted with 100% sheep wool, using Ghiordes knotting. The designs in an oushak rug are spacial or otherwise, scattered about.The modern oushak rug comes in the form of twisted traditional pattern, rendering an antique oushak rug and making it handy, contemporarily. 

Rug & rugs brings forth a wide range of these cultural artifacts, oushak rugs to the customers, rewinding the historical legacy. Browse in through our gallery and get your piece.