Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Runner - 03'07 X 11'07

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73674 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Runner, 03'07 x 11'07. Turkish Oushak carpet runners epitomize a unique style of traditional rugs … more 73674 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Runner, 03'07 x 11'07. Turkish Oushak carpet runners epitomize a unique style of traditional rugs that trace their roots back to the Oushak region in western Turkey. Renowned for their elaborate designs, these runners typically feature expansive geometric patterns and varied color palettes. With a legacy spanning centuries, Oushak rugs are revered for their flawless craftsmanship and luxurious texture. These carpet runners hold a special place in the hearts of many for their knack for transforming narrow spaces like hallways and staircases, imbuing them with both visual charm and a snug atmosphere.

In the realm of enchantment and timeless elegance, behold this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug runner, a masterpiece woven with whispers of history and dreams. Adorning its vibrant red field are three majestic medallions, each adorned with a tableau of stylized florals, intricate foliage, mystical boteh motifs, and ancient tribal symbols. As they dance gracefully across the fabric of time, these motifs tell stories of distant lands and bygone eras, inviting you to lose yourself in their mesmerizing allure.

Surrounding this symphony of colors and patterns is a border of delicate floral meanders, weaving a path of enchantment around the heart of the Oushak carpet runner. Here, amidst the blossoms and blooms, lies an inner sanctuary guarded by rosettes, each a silent sentinel watching over the secrets hidden within. Beyond them, an outer guard border stands sentinel, its rosettes and meanders forming a protective barrier against the mundane world, preserving the magic that dwells within the rug's woolen fibers.

Step closer, dear traveler, and let yourself be enchanted by the whispers of antiquity and the echoes of distant lands woven into every fiber of this vintage Oushak rug. With each step, you journey through time and space, guided by the intricate Turkish carpet runner that unfolds beneath your feet. For in this realm of enchantment, every thread tells a story, and every motif holds a secret waiting to be discovered.

Rendered in variegated shades of red, pink, taupe, plum, gray, charcoal, yellow and beige with other accent colors.
Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Turkey.
Measures: 03’07 x 11’07.
Date: 1960s. Mid-20th Century. less