Easy care and strong style do not usually come together, but this Soumak flatweave makes the case. Hand knotted from wool in beige and gray tones, it centers on an apricot medallion whose core is a navy diamond ringed with terracotta. Ivory open space gives the design room to breathe, teal corners add a cool counterpoint, and fine vine lines link the center to each corner. A broad border of navy angular motifs finishes the frame, and the ends are trimmed in white fringe. The tight, flat weave suits households with pets and kids, and it is the sort of traditional Oriental area rug that fits a bedroom, home office or dining room without taking over. Choose it if you want bold pattern, a flat profile and simple upkeep in one handmade piece, ready for daily use in a busy living room. Because the base colors stay muted, the apricot and teal details stand out without crowding the room, and the symmetrical layout feels orderly.
- Exact Size: 8'7"x11'6"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Beige, Gray, Gold, Slate, Taupe, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.25 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21990
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.
