Vintage Turkish Handwoven Rug | Southwestern Style Oushak Accent Kilim in Rose Madder / Terracotta Blush / Desert Sand / Charcoal Brown

Age: 1980s

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 3' 11" W x 5' 6" L

Floor Heating Safe: Yes

Material: Wool on cotton

Origin: Usak, Turkey

Primary Color: Red

Product Care: Vacuum clean gently or professional cleaning

Shape: Rectangle

Style: Traditional Oushak style

In the quiet weaving ateliers of Uşak, where Anatolia's textile traditions have been passed down through generations, this Vintage Oushak Flat-Weave Rug was meticulously handwoven in the late 20th century by masterful Turkish women artisans. Each line, each warp, each weft carries the memory of a craft now increasingly rare in a world of mechanized production—a living testament to Anatolia's enduring artistry.

Handpicked exclusively for Kilim Couture New York, this one-of-a-kind piece embodies our commitment to preserving cultural heritage and curating meaningful, soulful design. Its visual language is unmistakably Usak: a commanding "wolf's mouth" motif anchors the central lozenges, surrounded by rhythmic mountain-like forms and delicate "hair band" symbols that echo continuity, flow, and protection. Along the edges, the classic Usak "comb" pattern appears like a woven signature—a symbolic gesture of creativity, domestic harmony, and the weaver's personal touch.

The color palette is nothing short of captivating. Sun-softened rose madder, terracotta blush, and desert sand sway together in gentle gradients, all framed by grounding tones of charcoal brown and softened sky blue. The result is a Southwestern-influenced harmony of warm and cool tones, evoking landscapes shaped by earth, clay, and sky. Despite its geometric boldness, the rug feels serene, painterly, and deeply tactile—every slight irregularity revealing the presence of the human hand.

At 4x6 this accent-sized wool kilim offers beautiful versatility. It can layer effortlessly in a modern loft, add warmth and pattern to a mid-century home, or bring rustic character to a farmhouse interior. Paired with sculptural ceramics, aged woods, or brushed metal details, it transforms any space into a curated sanctuary rooted in texture, artistry, and quiet sophistication.

But its true beauty lies in connection. To own this kilim is to welcome a fragment of Anatolia's living history—a reminder of heritage, craft, and conscious living woven into everyday life. For those seeking a meaningful vintage rug with depth, narrative, and soul, this authentic Usak flat-weave presents a rare opportunity to enrich both your home and your story.

With few such remarkable examples still in existence, this vintage kilim invites you to create a space that honors tradition, embraces artistry, and resonates with quiet luxury.