{"product_id":"handmade-oushak-rug-in-cream-and-mauve","title":"Handmade Oushak Rug in Cream and Mauve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handknotted rug has a pleasing array of floral motifs beautifully inspired by historical carpets woven in since the early days of the Ottoman Empire in the Fifteenth Century to the Nineteenth Century. These handmade Afghan interpretations of Antique Oushak (or Ushak) carpets emulate the magnificent enlarged floral motifs and soft colours of these mellowed antique carpets that were orginally woven in the town of Ushak in western Anatolia. The town of Ushak was an important location for rug production and exporting to Europe. These antique rugs are highly sought after and the designs are timeless and attractive. With these modern and alluring colours they are perfect to add some easy-to-work-with nuanced colours, as well as features of a significent design heritage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For in this Afghan Oushak Rug?  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique handwoven pieces always hold charm and decorative power. This rug explores the heritage of famous Ushak Carpet inspired motifs. Look for the soft pastel hues of cream, light blues, green and grey mauves filling the ivory cream ground of the main field. The motifs are enlarged and asymmetric giving a flowing organic floral vibe with classic elegance. There is a distinctive floral border typical of highly ornate Ottoman styles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to look after this Rug in your Home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pure wool pile of cheerful pastel hues, with versatile grey-mauves, creams, blues and gentle greens is very easy to maintain on a day-to-day basis. A weekly vacuum is sufficient and with any spillages do simply blot (not scrub) with some gentle detergent. This rug would be ideal placed in a bedroom or small drawing room. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 204 x 148cm \/ 6'8\" x 4'10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp : Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081570652491,"sku":"TORM-1159-HANDMADE OUSHAK RUG IN CREAM AND MAUVE-204 X 148CM","price":725.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Oushak-2.04x1.48m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283034","url":"https:\/\/theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\/products\/handmade-oushak-rug-in-cream-and-mauve","provider":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}