Want texture that does the talking? This wool rug pairs a high low pile with a Soumak flatweave look, so the botanical shapes stand out in soft relief. You get a calm ivory and gray scheme, warmed by golden yellow touches over a beige and ivory ground, in a hand knotted Oriental rug that feels relaxed rather than formal. Dense wool sits on a cotton base, which helps the surface hold its shape instead of going flat, and easy spot cleaning keeps upkeep light. Households with children and pets can settle in comfortably, since the design is child and pet friendly. Expect an easygoing everyday rug for a living room, dining room or bedroom, and it suits a home office just as well. The transitional styling blends with traditional furniture and modern pieces too, so it adapts whenever you rearrange. Roll it out and enjoy a floor that feels finished, layered and ready for daily life, with a soft look that suits every season.
- Exact Size: 6'2"x9'3"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Ivory, Gray, Slate, Gold, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.25 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21893
Story Behind the Art: Soumak rugs belong to an old flatweaving tradition recognized for a distinctive wrapping technique rather than conventional knotted pile construction. In this method, colored weft yarns are wrapped around the structural warps, producing a textured surface with an embroidered appearance and sharply articulated motifs. Historically associated with weaving cultures across the Caucasus, Persia, Anatolia, and neighboring regions, Soumak construction was used for floor coverings as well as bags and other functional textiles. Geometric medallions, angular flowers, tribal symbols, stylized animals, and repeating borders commonly appear throughout the design vocabulary. Wool has long been a favored material because of its strength, texture, and ability to hold varied color. Modern Soumak rugs continue to preserve the low-profile construction and graphic character of the tradition while adapting motifs and palettes for contemporary interiors.
