Indian Ushak

Indian UshakNamed for their place of origin, Oushak rugs were first woven in the small town of Oushak in west central Anatolia. Since the 15th century, Oushak has been the production centre of Turkish rugs, home to the famous Ottoman manufacturers.

and many have silk fields or highlights of silk

a distinctive group of Persian weavings

Good quality rugs

primitive patterns that are inspired by their natural surroundings

Khal Mohammadi developed the red toned uses in these rugs

Since the 15th century

It relates to the dyes found in wood

makes them highly prized

but rather as a dowry item

Small animals or floral elements are sometimes incorporated

With an average of 120 knots per square inch

meaning wood or the dyes found in wood