Description:-
51048 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 02'02 x 18'02.
Radiating refined elegance and timeless prestige, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug runner is a testament to Anatolia’s celebrated weaving legacy. At once stately and serene, its elongated form—woven with meticulous care—transforms function into fine art. Across its soft beige ground, an allover composition unfolds: concentric diamond lozenges and quatrefoil motifs arranged in perfect rhythm, their interplay echoing the symmetry of sacred architecture and the timeless geometry of nature. This is a runner designed not merely for passage, but for ceremony—a woven path of beauty and distinction.
The palette exudes sophistication in its restraint. Muted greens and earthy tones breathe subtle life into the motifs, their quiet contrast against the beige field lending an understated grandeur. This balance between calm neutrality and gentle chromatic variation is characteristic of Oushak’s finest weavings, where elegance arises from harmony rather than ostentation. It is a composition that whispers luxury, its soft abrashed texture evoking the patina of time while affirming its authenticity and rarity.
For the discerning collector or elite interior, this Oushak runner offers more than aesthetic appeal—it conveys status. Its design, deeply rooted in Ottoman heritage yet effortlessly aligned with modern sensibilities, allows it to inhabit a multitude of spaces with equal grace. Whether grounding a stately entrance, lining the corridor of a Manhattan penthouse, or gracing the halls of a European villa, it imbues its surroundings with a sense of cultivated prestige. To walk upon it is to tread upon history, every step echoing with the quiet power of Anatolia’s artistic lineage.
Beyond its artistry, this rug carries symbolic value and social good. The lozenge, an ancient emblem of protection and continuity, alternates with quatrefoils symbolizing balance and harmony—woven intentions that transcend time and culture. By acquiring this piece, one not only embraces exclusivity but also participates in the preservation of Turkish weaving traditions, sustaining the livelihoods of artisans and honoring their ancestral craft. This Oushak runner is thus more than a rare treasure: it is a cultural legacy, a statement of taste, and a testament to the enduring power of human creativity woven in wool.
- Rendered in variegated shades of flaxen, ecru, sand, sage, moss, celadon, olive, taupe, and greige with other accent colors.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 02'02 x 18'02.
- Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
