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Tribal and Primitive Decorative Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 47260

Size: 8 ft 3 in x 13 ft 4 in (2.51 m x 4.06 m)
Origin: Turkish Rugs

Turkish carpets and especially antique Turkish Oushak carpets are popular, and are especially hotly sought after by collectors. These exceptional rugs are valued for their distinct aesthetic, which combines tribal and geometric elements with classical notions of design. This particular example beautifully communicates some of the finer points of the Oushak style. For instance, there is very little contrast between the borders and the field – both are rendered in golden tones that beautifully enhance the vibrant red of the detail work. Rectilinear vine scrolls and geometric floral detail elements appear throughout, infusing the carpet with a deep sense of tribal authenticity. Details of red are beautifully balanced against fields of gold in this charming antique Turkish Oushak rug, elevating its foreground as well as its background.

Magnificent Tribal and Primitive Decorative Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Country of Origin: Turkey, Circa Date: Turn of the 20th Century – The brilliant yet soft colors of this antique Turkish Oushak rug evoke the colors of a fiery sunset. This breathtaking antique Turkish rug was created at the turn of the 20th century and features many of the design elements that are found throughout the artwork at the end of the Ottoman Empire. This elegant large scale tribal design Oushak is a classic antique rug that will complement and even enhance any interior design and add a sense historic romance to the space.

This captivating tribal and primitive design antique Turkish Oushak rug uses many different layers of large scale and small-scale elements to create a pattern that highlights the central focal point of the Oushak rug. The design of this beautifully tribal antique Oushak rug appears to be symmetrical. But, upon closer examination, one will find that the actual elements in one section of this beautifully decorative rug differ from those on the other. This gives the impression that this is only a small piece of a larger design motif. It sparks the imagination to wonder what lies beyond the borders.

This spectacular antique Turkish Oushak rug uses a classic late Ottoman Empire design and would make an excellent addition to any collection. These antique Oushak rugs were intended to be displayed in larger public spaces to highlight the scale of the room and create a sense of awe. They were often hung on the wall, as well as used as flooring. The level of artistic talent is evident through the balance of color and arrangement of the formal elements of the rug, giving it a classic appeal that will add beauty and character to any home or office space.

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