5 x 11 - Burgundy Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 51798
5 x 11 - Burgundy Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 51798
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● Vacuum with the beater bar off and always in the direction of the pile.
● Rotate 180° every 6 months for even wear and sun-fade balance.
● Blot spills immediately with a white cloth—never rub.
● Use a breathable rug pad to prevent slipping and fiber stress.
● Schedule a professional hand-wash every 3–5 years (sooner for high-traffic or pets).
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Description:-
51798 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 05'04 x 11'04.
The Anatolian Totem: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Tribal Legacy
This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug presents an arresting expression of Anatolian folk artistry, distinguished by three compartmental medallions aligned across an abrashed burgundy field. Each sage-green panel contains a bold hexagonal device articulated in wine red, terracotta, magenta, and ivory, giving the exceptional composition the presence of a sequence of treasured tribal emblems. Its spontaneous drawing and wonderfully idiosyncratic proportions preserve the hand of the weaver, lending this stunning masterwork the character sought by collectors who value authenticity, provenance, and singular design.
Within each compartment, the central hexagonal medallion resembles an amuletic form, surrounded by small eight-pointed stars and geometric appendages. In Anatolian weaving traditions, protective devices were incorporated into textiles as symbolic guardians against misfortune, while the iconic eight-pointed star motifs carried associations with spirituality, harmony, and good fortune. The enclosed geometry creates a fascinating visual dialogue between protection and order, transforming the three medallions into a rhythmic succession of talismanic centers.
The wide ivory border is especially compelling, populated by a captivating procession of stylized botanical forms, rosettes, hooked devices, and enigmatic tribal symbols. Several large motifs read as highly abstracted Trees of Life, an ancient image connecting the earthly realm with the heavens and expressing continuity across generations. Smaller rosettes suggest flourishing life, while hooked forms traditionally served an apotropaic purpose. At the upper and lower ends, imposing mirrored motifs establish a totemic presence, heightening the rug’s deeply personal, almost narrative quality.
A narrow red outer border scattered with minute geometric accents provides a vivid final enclosure, emphasizing the elongated proportions and framing the symbolic vocabulary with disciplined clarity. Shades of burgundy, maroon, light green, and violet have mellowed into a richly nuanced palette, giving the surface an unmistakable vintage patina. More than an exquisite floor covering, this Turkish Oushak is an extraordinary masterpiece of Anatolian material culture—an exquisite work of art whose unconventional imagery, artisanal individuality, and storied aesthetic bring an atmosphere of cultivated heritage to a distinguished interior.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 05'04 x 11'04.
- Date: 1970's. Late 20th Century.
