Description:-
77357 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 08'02 x 11'01.
The Anatolian Grace: An Antique Turkish Oushak Rug of Timeless Grandeur
Radiating the poetic elegance of 19th-century Anatolia, this hand-knotted wool antique Turkish Oushak rug is a masterclass in restrained luxury and noble simplicity. Its luminous field, softened to a silvery sea salt by time’s gentle hand, becomes the stage for a magnificent cusped central medallion — an emblem of harmony, tradition, and the art of imperfection. Every precious thread carries the touch of an elite weaver, where design becomes storytelling and craftsmanship transforms into poetry. This is not merely a rug, but a relic of prestige — the kind once found in Ottoman villas and European salons where refinement was a birthright.
The exclusive medallion, rendered in faded terra cotta and parchment tones, blossoms with leafy tendrils, stylized florals, and organic vines that intertwine in a rhythm both deliberate and fluid. The surrounding field, adorned with rectilinear vine scrolls and delicate blossoms, conveys a sense of quiet movement — an exceptional dance of symmetry and spontaneity. Subtle abrashed hues lend depth and texture, each variation a whisper of its handmade soul, each imperfection a mark of authenticity that speaks to centuries of Anatolian artistry.
Anchoring the enchanting composition, the softly structured corner spandrels and intricate Herati-style border provide a balance of geometry and grace. The border’s rhythmic florals and angular palmettes echo the refined architecture of early Oushak design, exuding a quiet opulence that never shouts — only murmurs of its noble past. The interplay of soft reds, pale golds, and antique cream evokes the patina of history and the dignity of enduring craftsmanship.
For the connoisseur of heritage and design, The Anatolian Grace masterpiece offers more than beauty — it offers provenance. It is a bridge between the grandeur of Ottoman weaving traditions and the understated luxury of contemporary interiors. To live with this exquisite work of art is to live with a piece of living history — one that invites the serenity of the past into the elegance of the present, where artistry and legacy converge in perfect equilibrium.
- Rendered in variegated shades of bluish-grey, light gray, glaucous, brick red, clay pot, terracotta, rose, olive, moss, rustic peach, champagne, sand, and beige with other accent colors.
- Border needs repair.
- Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 08'02 x 11'01.
- Pile Height: 0.26 of an inch.
- Date: 1910's. Early 20th Century.
