Prefer a rug that lies flat, looks rich and still feels easy? This Green Burnt Orange Traditional Soumak Flatweave in hand knotted wool does exactly that. Forest green fills the field, burnt orange outlines it, and gold, sage green and brown details bring the botanical pattern to life. Look for the diamond lattice and the winding vines and palmettes that give it a collected, heritage feel. Because it is a flatweave with wool wrapped over a cotton base, the surface is smooth and built for everyday comings and goings. Stains tend to stay on the surface rather than soak in, so cleaning is simple, and homes with children and pets can use it freely. As a flatweave wool rug it slides into a living room, bedroom or dining room, and it is a handsome pick for the home office too. A traditional Oriental area rug that feels fresh, grounded and ready for real life, with a low profile that suits tables and chairs.
- Exact Size: 5'11"x9
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Green, Burnt Orange, Gold, Sage, Brown, Multi
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.25 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: LBR21905
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.
