Fuchsia Overdyed Oushak Rug: Distressed Wool, Small Square Accent (4'8" x 4'4")

Bold, joyful color meets true hand-knotted craft. This vintage Anatolian village rug began life as a traditional Oushak floral piece and was later artistically overdyed in saturated fuchsia. The pile has been sheared low to reveal a soft, velvety ghost of the original large palmettes and double-medallion layout—now a statement accent that lights up any room.

Up-cycled from a mid-20th-century hand-knotted wool rug, this piece keeps all the charm of village weaving—springy sheep’s-wool pile, sturdy cotton foundation, and symmetrical (Ghiordes) knots—while the modern dye process gives it a fashion-forward look. The near-square size makes it perfect under a coffee table, in a dressing room, office, or as a playful pop of color in layered boho interiors.

Details & craftsmanship

The underlying design shows classical Oushak vocabulary: large palmettes, rosettes, and leafy tendrils within a stepped octagonal/double-medallion field—motifs associated with protection, growth, and good fortune in Anatolian folk art. Borders echo the theme with a floral meander, framing the central field. The back view reveals thick cotton warps and wefts with clearly visible symmetrical knots consistent with Western Anatolian workshop and village practice.

Features

Dimensions: 142 × 132 cm (≈ 55.9" × 52.0")

Origin: Western Anatolia, Asia Minor

Date: Base rug mid-20th century (c. 1960s–1980s); professionally overdyed in recent years

Weave: Hand-knotted, symmetrical (Ghiordes) knots

Knot density: ~7–9 knots per linear inch (≈ 70–90 KPSI)

Materials: Hand-spun sheep’s-wool pile on cotton foundation

Pile height: Low, sheared/distressed ≈ 2–3 mm for a soft, velour hand

Dyes: Original natural/early synthetic palette; contemporary professional fuchsia overdye

Condition: Good vintage, structurally sound. Even, intentionally distressed pile with tone variations (abrash) from the overdye; ends and sides secured; no holes or large repairs. Expect minor age marks consistent with vintage wear.

Saturated hot-pink/fuchsia overdye with tonal highs and lows

Authentic village Oushak floral/medallion pattern ghosting through the field

Environmentally friendly up-cycled vintage—unique, one-of-a-kind

Near-square proportions ideal for small seating areas and layering

Soft, resilient wool pile; durable cotton foundation

Care Instructions

Vacuum gently with a suction-only head (no beater bar) to protect the low pile.

Blot spills immediately; spot clean with a mild wool-safe solution.

Professional rug cleaning recommended; avoid DIY steam or shampoo.

Rotate seasonally for even wear and color exposure; keep out of prolonged direct sun to preserve the overdye.

Use a high-quality rug pad to prevent slipping and add cushioning.

Bring home a burst of color and the soul of Anatolian weaving. This fuchsia overdyed Oushak turns a classic hand-knotted rug into modern art underfoot—perfect for eclectic, boho, maximalist, glam, and contemporary spaces. Add it to cart and let it transform your room.