Description:-
52457 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 05'09 x 08'02.
Bathed in a palette of soft neutrals and timeless restraint, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug epitomizes the essence of quiet luxury. Its faded elegance whispers of Anatolia’s storied weaving traditions, where each knot was laid with care and intention, and where artistry was inseparable from heritage. The muted field, washed in hues of sand, stone, and pale mineral green, radiates a subtle luminosity, allowing its delicate medallion and floral tracery to emerge like memories etched in silk. This is not a rug that shouts for attention—it commands it with cultivated discretion, the hallmark of true prestige.
The design, steeped in Oushak’s classical vocabulary, features a softened central medallion framed by faint botanical flourishes and geometric guard borders. Centuries of tradition come alive in the motifs: blossoms that recall Anatolia’s fertile plains, angular palmettes that symbolize protection and abundance, and vine scrolls that evoke harmony and continuity. Time’s gentle hand has given the surface an abrashed patina, imbuing the composition with layers of depth and nuance. In its graceful wear lies its greatest luxury—the authenticity of a life well-lived, woven into every fiber.
For the discerning collector or connoisseur of interiors, this Oushak rug transcends the realm of décor. It is an heirloom object, equally at home grounding a serene Organic Modern living room as it is lending refinement to a classic salon or contemporary penthouse. Its understated aesthetic speaks fluently in the language of exclusivity: the subtlety of its tones, the refinement of its weaving, and the rarity of its preservation all confer a prestige that elevates any environment into a sanctuary of elegance. To walk upon it is to experience history translated into quiet sophistication.
Yet beyond its beauty lies symbolic value and social good. Acquiring this rug is not only an indulgence in rarity and refinement but also an act of cultural stewardship. Each Oushak sustains the lineage of Anatolian weavers whose traditions are endangered in a world of mechanized production. By preserving such works, the collector becomes a patron of heritage, ensuring that ancient artistry endures for future generations. This vintage Oushak is not merely a possession—it is a woven testament to timeless taste, exclusivity, and the enduring power of human creativity.
- Rendered in muted hues and variegated shades of beige, tan, ecru, sand, champagne, straw, oat, oyster, sand dollar, linen, bone, taupe, and alabaster with other neutral colors.
- Antique wash. Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 05'09 x 08'02.
- Date: 1940's. Mid-20th Century.
