Antique Large Long Narrow Size Ivory Turkish Wool Pile Oushak Rug
| Stock number | 17541 |
| Size | 8 ft 6 in x 17 ft (2.59 m x 5.18 m) |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Age | Circa 1880 |
| Style | Oushak |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique Large Oushak Turkish Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1880s. This exceptional example of 19th-century Anatolian weaving represents the pinnacle of the Oushak revival period. Known for their expansive scale and sophisticated palettes, these pieces are highly sought after by collectors of antique rugs. The generous field is dominated by a soft, luminous ivory ground, providing a perfect canvas for the intricate design. The use of natural dyes has resulted in a beautiful patina, where the original creams have mellowed into subtle shades of champagne and pale beige, enhancing the rug's antique character. A graceful, elongated central cartouche shape frames a delicate network of sprawling vines and stylized blossoms rendered in oxidized terracotta and salmon hues.