Want elegance without heaviness? This cream and blue Oushak is made of bamboo silk, knotted by hand and drawn in cool, pale shades. Slate and navy medallion outlines have a faded look as they cross an ivory ground, and a silvery field is wrapped by a broad frame of vines and rosettes in gray and blue. The light center makes the darker lines pop, and the weathered patina gives the rug a vintage air. Its sleek pile shimmers as you pass, and careful, light use keeps it looking its finest. Fringe sits at both ends. For upkeep, run a low-suction vacuum with the brush roll off and dab any spills quickly. Gray, white and soft blue work nicely with the navy and slate. This traditional bamboo silk rug fits a living room, a bedroom or a home office, adding graceful contrast to any space that favors cool, light color and a soft, silky touch underfoot.
- Exact Size: 8'9"x11'9"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Bamboo Silk
- Color: Cream, Blue
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21777
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.