Oushak Carpets

Ushak a small town in Anatolia, Turkey is the place where Oushak carpets are being made since 15th century. They have high decorative value and unlike other Turkish carpets, they are highly influenced by the Persian styles. In the 15th century for the fist time the carpets were made with a commercial purpose. Before this, carpets were a utility product for the nomadic tribes.

The specialty of oushak rugs are that designing and weaving are considered two different works. They are made from the best Turkish wool colored by natural dyes. These capets had access to the international market. And found a respectable place for themselves in the Ottoman Palaces. They are 100% wool carpets still much in demand in the European markets.