Antique Turkish Oushak Rug with Floral Bouquet Medallions
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Size:
4'5" x 4'9" - 135cm x 145cm
Origin:
Period:
C 1900
Materials:
Wool pile, wool warp & weft
Condtion:
Excellent
Price:
$3,250 USD
Item#:
#16561
Notes:
This delightful antique Oushak rug is a particularly charming example of early 20th-century Anatolian weaving. The design is remarkably open and spacious, featuring five floral bouquet medallions floating across a luminous golden-ivory field. The minimalist composition creates a sophisticated decorative appearance that feels surprisingly modern despite its age.
The soft palette is one of the rug's strongest attributes. Warm shades of pale gold, buttercream, celadon green, coral, apricot, lavender, and soft brown blend harmoniously, creating the gentle, sun-faded character that collectors prize in antique Oushaks. The floral bouquets appear almost suspended within the field, lending the rug an elegant and airy quality.
The narrow border, decorated with delicate floral vines and stylized blossoms, frames the composition without overwhelming it. The combination of the nearly square format, open field, and unusually soft coloration makes this piece particularly desirable for today's interior design market.
