The History & Provenance
These rugs are woven in the city of Ushak, western Turkey. Originally Ushak rugs were mainly suited for large interior spaces, where they were highly traded in European markets during the Ottoman era. Designers from the royal workshops in Istanbul sent intricate drawings to Ushak, transforming these rugs from tribal geometric designs to intricate and finer rugs. Over time, Ushak rugs used softer colours and bolder floral motifs. These rugs are recreations of original Ushak rugs, produced in Afghanistan, while keeping true to the original design and quality.
Craftsmanship & Texture
Ushak rugs are knotted using the Turkish Ghiordes knot, and generally have a lower knot density which creates a relaxed, slightly irregular artistic texture, as compared to fine Persian rug. They are woven using high quality Anatolian wool is rich in natural lanolin, giving the pile a sheen and a soft texture.
Motif & Design Symbolism
They come in two main variations: 'Medallion Ushak' (Madalyonlu Ushak) - large central medallions with corner spandrels, influenced by Persian designs, and 'Star Ushak' (Yildizli Ushak) - repeating star shaped motifs across the field and geometric motifs. The oversized, stylized lotus flower blossoms represent the fertility of the Anatolian steppe.
To buy this rug at a cheaper price, visit: www khorasanrugs co uk