Rustic Tribal Allover Design Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 45227

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Turkey, Circa 1900 – This antique Turkish rug from Oushak features a grand allover arabesque surrounded by creamy white borders decorated with finely drawn palmettes, which are flanked by arching saz leaves. Sophisticated arabesques comprised of ivory vine scrolls, deeply serrated palmettes, trailing saz leaves and delicate floral motifs are offset by the muted tangerine field. Delicate guard bands decorated with reciprocating floral motifs and minute qua trefoils complement the refined arabesque. This antique Turkish rug features classic designs and finely drawn elements rendered in an elegant combination of warm colors and neutrals. Woven in 1900, this exemplary antique rug from Turkey features the Mediterranean colors and strong angular designs that result in the regal countenance and timeless air that has made Oushak rugs famous.