Medallion Rug, Variant Star Ushak style, Ottoman period, 16th century; wool; 119 x 90 1/4 inches; Saint Louis Art Museum, Gift of James F. Ballard 98:1929, is part of the exhibit "Highlights from the Textile Collection."

Note: James Franklin Ballard (July 16, 1851 - April 23, 1931) was an American entrepreneur and art collector specializing in rugs from Asia and the Middle East, and medieval prints by such artists as Albrecht Dürer. During his lifetime his art collection achieved national fame among art critics and collectors.

image source: www.rugtracker.com, John Taylor