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50830 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Runner, 3'06 x 12'10.
Like a quiet whisper from Anatolia's storied past, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug runner unfolds with an ethereal grace. Faded to perfection by the gentle hands of time, the Oushak rug presents an elegant composition of three grand, elongated lozenges stretched along its softly abrashed beige field. Each medallion is meticulously adorned with subtle geometric motifs, resonating an ancient song that speaks of timeless beauty and understated opulence.
Within the heart of each lozenge, delicate cross-shaped motifs emerge, cradled gently by smaller rosettes and protective symbolic forms. These motifs, though now gently softened by age, once boldly proclaimed themes of balance, harmony, and infinite continuity. The presence of stepped edges embracing each medallion symbolizes ascension and progression—a quiet reminder of life's unfolding journeys and spiritual growth.
The nuanced palette of earth tones—soft taupe, warm beige, and muted brown—lends the Oushak rug an air of gentle serenity, making it feel both grounded and dreamlike. Its subtle design, faded gracefully by the years, speaks of whispered legends and poetic memories, seamlessly bridging antiquity and contemporary taste. The elegance of restraint is masterfully captured, highlighting the skilled hands and hearts of weavers who long ago wove tradition and meaning into every knot.
This vintage Turkish Oushak runner is not merely a decorative accent; it is a tableau of stories—of the past meeting the present, of beauty in subtlety, and of enduring cultural heritage. Whether gracing a hallway, passage, or gallery, this piece offers more than just aesthetic charm—it extends an invitation to pause, reflect, and cherish the soft-spoken eloquence of history woven into its fibers.
- Abrash. Antique Wash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 03'06 x 12'10.
- Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
- This has a matching piece: 3 x 13 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug 50829.
