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52965 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 05'08 x 08'07.
Washed in the gentle glow of time, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug speaks with a softened voice, its once-bold palette now hushed by an antique wash, rendering each motif a whisper of its storied past. The central field unfolds in a delicate beige tone, like parchment aged by centuries, upon which a faintly outlined lozenge medallion rests serenely. Hints of teal, lavender, and taupe breathe life into the medallion, echoing the celestial and the earthly, while the symmetry of its lines holds a quiet, enduring grace.
At each end, bold yet Ram's Horn pendants emerge from the cusped lozenge’s embrace, the brown background anchoring the composition with a subtle strength. These organic forms, though softened by time, still retain their architectural presence, anchoring the Oushak rug with balance and poise. Around them, ghostly traces of botanical scrolls and stylized vines wander across the field, weaving a narrative of natural beauty subdued by years of gentle wear, yet never diminished in charm.
The lavender corner spandrels reflect the medallion’s geometry, their patterns now diaphanous, like fading dreams etched in thread. A narrow border, adorned with meandering floral forms and delicate guard bands, frames the composition, offering a sense of structure while preserving the Oushak rug’s ethereal allure. The outermost edge, with its soft teal florals and taupe scrolls, gently contains the piece, as if cradling a cherished memory within its woven bounds.
This vintage Oushak rug is a testament to the beauty of time’s passage, where color and form are mellowed into a palette of quiet elegance. The antique wash has bestowed upon it a serene dignity, allowing the artistry of Anatolian weavers to endure in a form that is both timeless and tender. Ideal for those who seek history wrapped in grace, this woven wonder transforms nearly any space into a haven of soft light and enduring artistry.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 05'08 x 08'07.
- Pile Height: 0.18 of an inch.
- Date: 1940's. Mid-20th Century.