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50722 Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Rug, 04'10 x 08'00.
The Crimson Embrace: A Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug of Fertility and Harmony
This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug captures the romance and refinement that have made the weaving traditions of Western Anatolia coveted by collectors and tastemakers for centuries. Set against a lavish red field, the exceptional composition possesses a regal presence, balancing bold color with graceful ornamentation. Its harmonious proportions and deeply symbolic vocabulary transform this masterwork into an heirloom worthy of distinguished interiors and carefully curated collections.
At the center rests a magnificent cusped medallion enriched with stylized botanical forms and anchored by Elibelinde pendants at either end. Revered throughout Anatolian weaving culture, the iconic Elibelinde motif—often called the "hands on hips" goddess symbol—celebrates motherhood, abundance, and feminine strength. Within the medallion, abstract blossoms and scrolling acanthus leaves unfold with remarkable vitality, creating a composition that feels both ceremonial and poetic. Encircling these elements are delicate yin and yang pearl drops that trace the contours of the design. Though rooted in ancient Eastern philosophy, this motif came to symbolize harmony, love, and the sacred union between man and woman within Anatolian culture.
The dramatic corner spandrels echo the medallion with sweeping acanthus scrolls, stylized florals, and curling tendrils rendered against dark grounds that heighten their visual impact. Their animated forms create a sense of movement across the composition, while the repeating botanical vocabulary reinforces themes of regeneration and prosperity. Together, the medallion and spandrels form an elegant dialogue between structure and organic beauty, a hallmark of the finest Oushak creations.
Encasing the extraordinary masterpiece is a striking compound border composed of eight-pointed stars linked by ladder-like devices and accompanied by mirrored boteh motifs. The stars symbolize wisdom, spiritual guidance, and good fortune, while the ladder pattern speaks to connection and life's continuous journey. The boteh, long associated with eternity and the flame of life, adds another layer of meaning to this vintage Turkish Oushak rug. Rich in symbolism and woven with impeccable artistry, this exquisite work of art offers an experience of cultivated luxury—an enduring testament to the beauty, romance, and legacy of Anatolian design.
- Rendered in variegated shades of red, beige, brown, tan, gray, pink, lavender, black, and lemon verbena with other accent colors.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 04'10 X 08'00.
- Date: 1950s. Mid-20th Century.
