Soumak Rugs
A Soumak or Sumak rug is a flat-weave rug that is thicker than kilims, yet more durable and a ravishing treat for the eyes. These handmade antique rugs are well-known for their detailed motifs and decorative patterns that exude elegance. Many of these symbolic designs and geometric motifs are associated with the Kurds and the Shahsavan tribe who’re widely known for their Soumak technique of weaving.
If you fall in love with all things that are rare, unique, and unprecedently beautiful, a handwoven Soumak rug can appease your aesthetic appetite like nothing else! Pair it up with traditional furnishings or modern furniture as per your likeness. The beauty of a traditional Soumak rug for sale is that it can blend in well with almost all décor styles. However, when decorating with a ravishing Soumak, remember to maintain a balance by adding in neutral tones around the room.
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A distinctive portrayal of the unique weaving techniques used centuries ago by the Shahsavan tribe – that have been preserved to this day by the skilled carpet weavers of Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan – the Soumak rugs are highly-durable traditional tribal rugs that never fail to catch the eye.
Even in the Western hemisphere, the Soumak rugs are loved for their distinctive geometric patterns that are often decorated with symbolic images, such as tiny birds and geometric animals.
These-flatweave rugs were woven during the 17th century by people who inhibited the modern-day Azerbaijan and some parts of the Northwest Persia. Owing to the fact that these carpets were crafted in various different regions, they feature exceptionally diverse design patterns that distinguish them from other tribal antique rugs.
Moreover, as compared to other traditional kilims and pile carpets, the Caucasian Soumak rugs are quite rare with medallions dominating their face in beautiful traditional hues that are reminiscent of the tribal culture.
While today these butterfly rugs make captivating floor coverings, in the early days the Soumak weaving technique was also used to construct saddle covers, bags, trappings, bed spreads, and other functional household items.
All in all, a traditional Soumak textile piece can form the perfect centerpiece for your living room!
The most distinctive and loved feature of the magnificent handmade Soumak rugs is the beautiful geometric shapes that run all over their surface. You can find Soumak rugs in a range of different captivating hues, from bright bold shades of red, to the neutral ivory, off-white, beige, greens and blues.
The color of Soumak handmade rug you choose depends largely on your current décor and furnishings. If the room is already filled with bright shades and lots of texture, we’d recommend you to go for a softer-toned Soumak rug. To maintain and balance and to keep things trendy, you can also try the latest rug layering technique. For this, pick a dazzling handmade Soumak rug in a smaller size than the one needed for your space. Then layer it up over a larger area rug!
When layering your Soumak rug over another carpet, make sure that the features of your Soumak rug stand out while simultaneously blending in with the rug beneath it. Since Soumak rugs are highly patterned and have a strikingly bold appearance, it would look best with a neutral-toned plain rug.
You can pick a single color from your Soumak rug and choose a plain wool rug in that color. Make sure both the rugs blend in well with the rest of your décor and don’t look out of place.
If not layering your Soumak rug, make sure you choose the right size! Here are some rug buying tips:
- Take proper dimensions of your room and determine the right size of rug needed
- Make sure you pick the correct rug shape – one that’s similar to the shape of your room or furniture
- Choose durable handmade wool rugs for places that receive high foot traffic
In case you accidently order the wrong rug size, there’s no need to worry, because at Qaleen we have a “No Questions Return and Exchange Policy”. Which means, if you’re not satisfied with the product you get, you can simply exchange the rug with another one, or return it and get your money back!
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