Ivory Slate 6x9 Superfine Oushak Transitional Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Structured geometry meets softly traditional ornament in this superfine hand knotted Oushak wool rug, creating a distinctive design with balanced color and elegant visual rhythm. The field features an orderly arrangement of framed circular medallions in slate blue and gray, each surrounding a light-gold floral starburst against a creamy ivory background. This repeating roundel composition gives the rug a sophisticated architectural quality while retaining the decorative warmth associated with traditional Oushak-inspired textiles. Skilled artisans meticulously hand-knot high-grade wool over a sturdy cotton foundation, creating a dense, velvety surface with fine pattern definition, comfortable softness, and lasting structural integrity. The ivory, slate, gray, and light-gold palette makes this oriental area rug particularly versatile for rooms featuring neutral upholstery, wood furniture, brass accents, natural stone, or layered blue décor. Whether used as a living room rug, dining room rug, bedroom rug, or statement piece in a formal seating area, this handmade wool rug delivers refined pattern, rich texture, and timeless decorative appeal. Note: Studio photography may make the slate blue, gray, ivory, and gold tones appear slightly more vivid on screen. Please view the accompanying product video for a more representative impression of the rug’s actual colors and natural wool texture.

• Brand: Kalaty
• Exact Size: 6x9
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Ivory, Slate, Blue, Tan, Light Gold, Black, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.5 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20997

Story Behind the Art: Oushak rugs take their name from the historic weaving center of Oushak in western Anatolia, where distinctive rug designs became known for their generous scale, open compositions, and decorative balance. Traditional Oushak patterns often feature large geometric forms, central or repeating medallions, stylized palmettes, scrolling vines, and widely spaced botanical elements. Rather than relying on tightly packed ornamentation, these designs typically use open areas to give individual motifs greater visual presence. Wool has long been associated with this style, contributing natural texture and subtle luster to the finished surface. Muted earth tones, softened neutrals, and understated botanical colors further define the recognizable Oushak aesthetic. The combination of large-scale pattern, balanced spacing, and versatile coloration has allowed Oushak-inspired rugs to remain relevant across generations, complementing traditional, transitional, Arts & Crafts, and contemporary interiors.