5 x 10 - Red Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug - 52399

52399 Vintage Turkish
Oushak Rug Runner, 05'00 x 09'10.

This hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runner
features three serrated-edged octagram medallions spread across the centre of
an abrashed red field. The octagram, an eight-pointed star, is sometimes
referred to as the Seal of Solomon and is seen to symbolize faith and
spirituality. In this piece, the octagram motifs are composed of saw-tooth motif
offset squares containing an octagon surrounded by diamonds. Rows of small
diamonds in alternating colors make up the corner spandrels, mimicking the
geometric designs of the medallions. The main border features a floral meander
motif with large open blossoms, while unassuming carnation meander guard
borders add a delicate and graceful touch to the design. Two end panels, also
known as elem, feature a series of floral lappets in alternating colors that
expertly bookend the composition. Based aro