Looking for a rug with a faded, vintage-inspired mood? This ivory and green Oushak delivers it, with a distressed charcoal medallion drifting over an ivory ground. The stepped medallion and border seem to rise from underneath, much like an old etching, while cream and pale gray quietly fill in and the charcoal breaks into small blocks. Hand knotted from bamboo silk, the pile shimmers and the finish feels smooth and lustrous. Gentle, careful use keeps it looking right, and short fringe finishes both ends. For care, vacuum low and turn off the rotating brush. This transitional area rug suits a bedroom, a living room, a home office or a dining room, and tans, whites and grays bring out the contrast of charcoal and ivory. Artisans knot this bamboo silk rug by hand, and the distressed Oushak design gives a living room rug, bedroom rug or home office rug a lived-in, vintage-inspired character with a soft glow.
- Exact Size: 7'10"x10
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Bamboo Silk
- Color: Ivory, Green
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21785
Story Behind the Art: Oushak rugs trace their design heritage to the historic weaving center of Oushak in west-central Anatolia, where distinctive carpets became admired for their generous scale, expressive patterning, and inviting texture. Traditional Oushak designs often feature broad geometric forms, prominent central medallions, repeating smaller medallions, scrolling vines, palmettes, and loosely arranged botanical motifs. Unlike highly compact patterns, the spacious compositions associated with Oushak weaving allow individual elements and surrounding fields to remain visually open and balanced. Lustrous wool and softly blended earth-inspired colors further contribute to their recognizable character, frequently producing warm, gently aged-looking palettes. This combination of large-scale ornament, comfortable texture, and adaptable coloring has helped Oushak-inspired rugs remain relevant across traditional, transitional, and contemporary interiors.
