5 x 9 Vintage Muted Turkish Oushak Rug 53559

53559 Vintage Muted Turkish Oushak Rug, 05'03 x 09'03.

Bathed in an ethereal hush of sunlit sand and dew-washed celadon, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug whispers a quiet poetry that transcends time. The softly abrashed field evokes the faded surface of ancient stone, holding within it a delicate botanical medallion—its form unfolding with the grace of stylized florals and twinkling star motifs, as though charting constellations across a woven sky.

Anchoring the composition, ziggurat end caps rise like sacred mountains at either edge, their stepped geometry a tribute to the spiritual ascent toward divine light. Cypress trees, the guardians of eternity in Turkish folklore, grow skyward from these grounding forms—silent sentinels of growth, longevity, and peace. The interplay of these elements creates a sense of serene grandeur, inviting the eye on a meditative journey across the Oushak rug's soul-soothing terrain.

Enclosing the central tableau is a lyrical botanical border, its scrolling vines meandering with organic rhythm. The outer and inner carnation guard bands—symbols of love and protection—offer a gentle counterpoint to the solemn stillness of the field. Their repetitive cadence breathes life into the composition, mirroring the cyclical beauty of nature and the harmony of life’s unfolding seasons.

This vintage Oushak rug, with its softened palette and faded majesty, embodies the grace of Anatolian weaving tradition. Each knot is a verse, each motif a symbol steeped in memory and meaning. Perfect for spaces that honor stillness, warmth, and natural beauty, this rug is not merely a floor covering but a woven poem—rooted in history, blooming with timeless elegance.

• Abrash. Antique Wash.
• Hand-knotted wool.
• Made in Turkey.
• Pile Height: 0.24 of an inch.
• Measures: 05'03 x 09'03.
• Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.