Silky, glowing and surprisingly practical, this ivory and taupe bamboo silk rug brings a soft luster to everyday spaces. The look is a transitional Oushak, with historic floral motifs reworked in a lighter, more modern way. Each strand of bamboo silk is hand knotted over a cotton warp, and the surface reflects daylight from every angle. You will love how it looks, and you will appreciate that daily traffic is manageable, since the fibers clean up easily and the rug is child and pet friendly. The calm ivory and taupe tones suit a living room, a bedroom, a home office or a dining room, and they blend well with both classic and current decor. If you want a handmade Oriental rug that looks elegant but lives easily, this one fits. Its gentle shimmer adds depth to quiet, neutral rooms. Place it where daylight reaches the floor and the sheen adds a gentle, luminous accent to the room.
- Exact Size: 5'7"x8'6"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Bamboo Silk
- Color: Ivory, Taupe, Aqua, Gray, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.25 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21898
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.
