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74032 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 09'03 x 11'10.
Woven beneath Anatolia’s golden light, this hand knotted wool antique Turkish Oushak rug unfurls like a page from an epic poem—each thread a stanza of harmony and heritage. At the heart of the composition lies a large, gently cusped center medallion, anchored by triple pendants at both ends like twin oaths echoing across time. The medallion blooms in shades of red, soft apricot, pale viridian, and beige, suspended in a vast open golden-toned field—an expanse evoking sun-warmed earth or the silence between minarets at dusk.
The corner spandrels extend not merely into the four corners but sweep dramatically along the rug’s flanks, unifying the composition with their floral grace. Their unusual horizontal spread—wrapped in warm beige and adorned with delicate rosettes, stylized blossoms, and subtle vine work—forms a kind of visual embrace around the medallion, as if cradling it in gentle symmetry. Their outline is echoed by a rhythmic zigzag contour, a soft serration like mountain peaks beneath a twilight sky.
Framing the Oushak rug is a beautifully rendered rosette border, each bloom carefully spaced amid a backdrop of soft parchment and sage tones. Intertwined with serrated leaves that mimic Ottoman tulip motifs, the border dances with a balance of boldness and restraint. This floral promenade is flanked on either side by narrow red guard bands, their linear simplicity offering a vivid contrast that both contains and celebrates the ornate artistry within.
Time has gently softened its palette, yet the soul of the Oushak rug remains vibrant—imbued with the wisdom of master weavers and the quiet nobility of its village roots. It is not merely a textile, but a sanctuary for the eye and spirit, bearing the warm imprint of Anatolia's past. In rooms modern or storied, this Turkish masterpiece sings a timeless song—one of geometry, grace, and the beauty of imperfection, where every motif murmurs a prayer woven in wool.
- Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 09'03 x 11'10.
- Pile Height: 0.20 of an inch.
- Date: 1900's. Early 20th Century.
