Description
Introduce a remarkably unique piece of textile history to your home with this stunning, handmade flat-weave Soumak rug. This distinctive accent piece sets itself apart with rare pictorial animal designs cleverly woven into a complex, geometric landscape. The striking composition balances deep blues, crisp black accents, and warm sandy-beige tones, framed by an intricate, multi-layered tribal border.
Based on the flat-weave technique, the complex Soumak construction method, and traditional design motifs, this piece is highly likely to be of Afghan origin. This piece was likely acquired during a Craft World Tours regional expedition to Turkey, representing a beautifully preserved example of traditional village hand-woven wool craftsmanship. During this April–May itinerary, the tour traveled through eastern Turkish market hubs like Van, Urfa, and Diyarbakir to source traditional Kilims and flat-weaves. It offers potential buyers the wonderful possibility of owning a truly authentic, rare artisan-crafted pictorial mat from the collection.
Condition Note: The rug displays excellent structural stability and completeness for its age. Genuine hand-knotted fringe ends are present on both sides, displaying natural, minor length variations from authentic use. This item is sold “as-is” with all associated patina and wear inherent to its age and history as part of the Craft World Tours collection.
