2 x 3 Vintage Turkish Yastik Rug 51410

51410 Vintage Turkish Yastik Rug, 01'06 x 02'09.

This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Yastik rug is a stunning embodiment of Anatolian artistry, where every knot tells a story steeped in tradition and culture. The rug's central focus is an intricate hooked hexagonal medallion, adorned with a mesmerizing arrangement of tribal symbols and stylized florals. This hooked medallion, rendered in warm earth tones, serves as a protective talisman, its symmetrical beauty evoking balance and harmony within the space it graces.

Surrounding the medallion are serrated geometric motifs that echo the strength and resilience of the Anatolian spirit. These esoteric symbols, set against a richly striated red field, add depth and dimension to the design, creating a dynamic interplay of color and form. Each corner spandrel of the rug features meticulously crafted triangular amulets, which are believed to ward off malevolent spirits. These amulets, along with the carnation meander border that frames the rug, add layers of meaning to this already enchanting piece.  This floral border, with a meandering vine motif that intertwines delicate blooms and leafy tendrils, encapsulating the central design in a frame of natural beauty.

The rectangular endcaps at either end of the rug is ornamented with repeating Ram's Horn motifs, symbolizing the male's masculinity and protection of fertility, heroism, and power. The enigmatic endcaps offer a striking contrast to the more structured central medallion, creating a harmonious balance between the organic and the geometric. This vintage Yastik rug, with its rich symbolism and exquisite craftsmanship, is more than just a decorative piece; it is a timeless treasure that brings warmth, protection, and a touch of Anatolian heritage to any interior.

• Rendered in variegated shades of brick red, brown, gray, red, tan, amethyst, pink, beige, greige, lemon-verbena, coffee, and charcoal with other accent colors.
• Abrash. 
• Hand knotted wool. 
• Made in Turkey. 
• Measures: 01'06 x 02'09.
• Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.