Description
Origin:
Turkey
Actual Dimensions: 3′ 6″ × 14′ 7″ (rounded 4×15)
Style:
Traditional
Material:
Wool pile on cotton foundation
Color Palette:
Rich brick red field with ivory, navy blue, soft gold, muted sage green, and rose accents
This vintage Turkish Oushak runner displays a long, flowing central medallion with layered arabesque vines and floral rosettes extending vertically along the red ground. Symmetrical corner spandrels and scattered blossoms in ivory and gold create gentle movement, while wide borders feature repeating floral garlands, geometric motifs, and small tribal elements in navy and sage tones. The softened colors, natural abrash, and aged patina give it authentic mid-20th-century character with elegant proportion.
Vintage Oushak runners from western Anatolia often feature elongated classical motifs adapted from Persian influences, woven with thick wool for durability and comfort in high-traffic areas. This piece shows the region’s signature light-handed abrash and faded warmth, with a medium pile that has worn evenly over time while retaining strong knotting and detail.
A 4×15 runner fits very long hallways, wide corridors, or along extended kitchen islands, providing continuous pattern and protection over a substantial length. The brick red field adds warmth and richness, contrasting beautifully with wood floors or neutral walls. Wool ensures lasting resilience, softness underfoot, and easy maintenance through regular vacuuming to preserve its vintage appeal.