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Antique Turkish Star Ushak Design Rug, Beautiful Example, Circa 1900/20.
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Antique Turkish Star Ushak Design Rug, Beautiful Example, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920
Description

Size: 8ft 5in x 4ft 10in (257 x 148cm).

Antique Turkish or Eastern European reproduction of a 17th century Star Ushak rug.

Circa 1900/20.

This rug is an outstanding reproduction of the famous and sought after 17th century Star Ushak design rug that is found displayed in the worlds great museums and private collections. It is thought that this reproduction was woven in Turkey or possibly Eastern Europe during the early part of the 20th century, it has been suggested that it could be from the workshop of the master weaver Teodor Tuduc, who had workshops in Brasov, Romania; and produced copies of some of the greatest 16th and 17th century rugs.

The rug has superb natural dyes throughout, with wonderful soft reds and a range of indigo blues. The rug is in excellent condition with only very slight wear in places and generally very good pile. There are one or two spots of old repairs.

The rug has been hand washed and is ready for use or display. The rug is suitable for normal domestic use.

A rare opportunity to own a antique copy of a Star Ushak, a truly beautiful rug.

Stock Number: R-1924.

Physical Dimensions
Height
257cm (101.18")
Width
148cm (58.27")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkish Ushak Rug to the 1910s.

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SA658542
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R-1924
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Description
Size: 8ft 5in x 4ft 10in (257 x 148cm).

Antique Turkish or Eastern European reproduction of a 17th century Star Ushak rug.

Circa 1900/20.

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This rug is an outstanding reproduction of the famous and sought after 17th century Star Ushak design rug that is found displayed in the worlds great museums and private collections.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

It is thought that this reproduction was woven in Turkey or possibly Eastern Europe during the early part of the 20th century, it has been suggested that it could be from the workshop of the master weaver Teodor Tuduc, who had workshops in Brasov, Romania; and produced copies of some of the greatest 16th and 17th century rugs.

fig 1. An antique hand-knotted Turkish Ushak carpet featuring a crimson red field decorated with large navy blue star medallions and detailed geometric borders.
fig 1. Antique Turkish Star Ushak Design Rug, Beautiful Example, Circa 1900/20.

The rug has superb natural dyes throughout, with wonderful soft reds and a range of indigo blues. The rug is in excellent condition with only very slight wear in places and generally very good pile. There are one or two spots of old repairs.

fig 2. An antique hand-knotted Turkish Ushak carpet featuring a crimson red field decorated with large navy blue star medallions and detailed geometric borders.
fig 2. Antique Turkish Star Ushak Design Rug, Beautiful Example, Circa 1900/20.

The rug has been hand washed and is ready for use or display. The rug is suitable for normal domestic use.

A rare opportunity to own a antique copy of a Star Ushak, a truly beautiful rug.

Stock Number: R-1924.

Height
257cm (101.18")
Width
148cm (58.27")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkish Ushak Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA658542
Dealers Internal Ref
R-1924
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Archive I An antique hand-knotted Turkish Ushak carpet featuring a crimson red field decorated with large navy blue star medallions and detailed geometric borders.

ANTIQUE TURKISH STAR USHAK DESIGN RUG, BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE, CIRCA 1900/20.

Archive II An antique hand-knotted Turkish Ushak carpet featuring a crimson red field decorated with large navy blue star medallions and detailed geometric borders. View II
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An antique hand-knotted Turkish Ushak carpet featuring a crimson red field decorated with large navy blue star medallions and detailed geometric borders.
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Star Ushak rugs are traditional hand-knotted Anatolian carpets originating from the town of Usak in western Turkey, distinguished by central star-shaped medallions and intricate geometric borders.

Ushak rugs are typically hand-knotted using natural wool pile woven onto a wool or cotton foundation, dyed with traditional plant and mineral pigments.

Authentic Ushak carpets feature a characteristic soft weave, Turkish asymmetrical knots, a slightly relaxed pile structure, and classic central star or medallion motifs.

A vibrant red Turkish rug serves as a foundational anchor in neutral spaces, pairing well with dark wood furniture, leather seating, or contemporary minimalist decor.

Routine maintenance requires gentle suction vacuuming without a motorised brush bar, prompt spot cleaning with neutral liquid soap, and periodic cleaning by an antique textile specialist.
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