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Antique Ushak Rug - Late 19th Century

$30,000
£22,909.33
€27,452.79
CA$43,196.49
A$44,535
CHF 25,086.61
MX$569,880.32
NOK 289,472.94
SEK 302,771.70
DKK 205,280.10

About the Item

This rare late 19th century Ushak rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a monumental central medallion flanked by four large-scale rectangular guls anchored within a luminous golden-ochre field. This structural balance between the expansive central motifs and the wide multi-bordered frame reflects the pinnacle of the West Anatolian urban weaving tradition. Textiles of this era from the Ushak (Oushak) region are world renowned for their extraordinary graphic intensity and a sophisticated decorative vocabulary that represents a distinct artistic language developed over centuries of regional heritage. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary golden-yellow ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of terracotta red, pale azure blue, and soft ivory. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 130 years ago exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest late 19th century productions. The inclusion of a sophisticated primary border on a terracotta ground containing a rhythmic sequence of stylized floral and geometric medallions creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and technical finesse. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun local wool with a characteristically supple handle and a rich historical patina. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines, specifically the large-scale floral interpretations within the guls and the precisely rendered symmetry of the stepped central medallion, distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic late 19th century Ushak production. Ultimately, this piece represents a peak in both technical endurance and decorative majesty for global collectors of Turkish town carpets.This rare late 19th century Ushak rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a monumental central medallion flanked by four large-scale rectangular guls anchored within a luminous golden-ochre field. This structural balance between the expansive central motifs and the wide multi-bordered frame reflects the pinnacle of the West Anatolian urban weaving tradition. Textiles of this era from the Ushak (Oushak) region are world renowned for their extraordinary graphic intensity and a sophisticated decorative vocabulary that represents a distinct artistic language developed over centuries of regional heritage. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary golden-yellow ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of terracotta red, pale azure blue, and soft ivory. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 130 years ago exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest late 19th century productions. The inclusion of a sophisticated primary border on a terracotta ground containing a rhythmic sequence of stylized floral and geometric medallions creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and technical finesse. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun local wool with a characteristically supple handle and a rich historical patina. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines, specifically the large-scale floral interpretations within the guls and the precisely rendered symmetry of the stepped central medallion, distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic late 19th century Ushak production. Ultimately, this piece represents a peak in both technical endurance and decorative majesty for global collectors of Turkish town carpets.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 157.49 in (400 cm)Length: 194.89 in (495 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849232780692

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