See the introductory essay for a discussion of the Ushak Medallion group. The present example with its slightly flattened drawing of the central medallion most likely indicates a mid-seventeenth century date for this piece. The cloudband border, seen in many other types of West Anatolian rugs of the seventeenth century, is rare for the Ushak Medallion. Overall, this carpet is a good example of the Medallion group and remains in fair enough condition to continue to serve as a grand decorating carpet of historical as well as aesthetic interest.