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Elevate Your Interiors with Soumak Woven Rugs
Soumak handmade rugs are timeless treasures that reflect your unique taste and style. The allure of these bespoke rugs lies in their craftsmanship and the captivating designs they bear. Whether placed in a contemporary setting or a more traditional space, Soumak weave area rugs have an outstanding ability to harmonize with their surroundings and enhance the overall visual appeal of a room.
Every element plays a role in shaping the ambiance and personality of your living space. From furniture to decor, each piece contributes to the narrative a room tells, and designer rugs are no different. Their ability to elevate interiors, infusing them with an air of elegance and sophistication, makes them not just furnishings but focal points that tell stories, spark conversations, and inspire admiration.
Whether draped in a grand hall or adorning an intimate living room, Soumak rugs weave threads of art and heritage into every fabric of your home.
Weaving Technique of Soumak Woven Rugs
Soumak woven rugs are handwoven using a flat-weave technique, creating a tight and durable textile with a smooth surface. Unlike pile rugs with raised knots on their surfaces, Soumak area rugs are constructed by wrapping the weft around the warp threads to lock the weft in place. This technique results in a flat, tightly woven fabric and knotless design, contributing to its complex patterns seamlessly blending into its fabric.
Design and Patterns of Soumak Area Rugs
Deeply rooted in the Caucasus region, Soumak handmade rugs are renowned for their distinctive patterns and motifs, each carrying a piece of history and creativity.
Geometric designs are the hallmark of Soumak weave area rugs. Intricately woven triangles, diamonds, hexagons, and other shapes create a sense of order and symmetry and hold a symbolic meaning related to spirituality and community.
Other Soumak area rug patterns include medallions and allover, of which the Dragon style is the oldest and most famous. Large palmettes are also common in these handmade rugs, including flower heads, animals, leaves, stars, and other nature and tribal elements.
Craftsmanship and Quality Materials of Soumak Weave Area Rugs
The craftsmanship and quality of materials elevate Soumak rugs from functional floor coverings to exquisite works of art. These luxury rugs undergo a labor-intensive process of meticulous hand weaving called “Sumak” or “Soumak,” where each weft thread is wrapped around the warp threads to create a dense and durable fabric. This technique adds texture and depth to the rugs and ensures their longevity.
Color Palette of Soumak Woven Rugs
Soumak woven rugs are usually made with warm tones, and a small percentage have ivory, gold, or blue. The designer rugs in our collection come in khaki, brown/ivory, and red color palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Soumak woven rug?
A Soumak weave area rug is a traditional handwoven rug known for its flat, sturdy, and reversible texture. It's crafted using a unique weaving technique that creates intricate patterns and designs on the rug's surface.
How is a Soumak weave area rug different from other rugs?
Unlike pile rugs with raised fibers, Soumak rugs have a flat and tightly woven structure. This distinctive weaving technique produces a reversible pattern, making them equally appealing on both sides.
Where do Soumak area rugs originate?
Soumak weaving techniques have their roots in the Caucasus region, including parts of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Iran. These rugs have a rich history dating back centuries, and they're still crafted using traditional methods by skilled artisans.
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