Semi-Antique Handwoven Caucasian Wool Soumak Room Sized Rug
Item Details
A semi-antique handwoven Caucasian wool soumak room sized rug, likely Kazak in origin. This elaborate rug is rendered in an abrash palette of cranberry, sapphire, mahogany; gold, mocha, sky blue, carnation, celadon, and sepia. The cranberry hued field features three hexagonal star medallions infilled with a main star motif, while accompanied by smaller medallions in an array of shapes, along with ram’s horn and floral motifs. Framing the field is a main bracket and ‘animal pelt’ border, as well as a pair of two-petal calyx guard borders, and a running dog minor border. Finishing this rug are overcast selvedges and a wool warp fringe to the ends. It is unlabeled.
| Type | Room Sized Rug |
| Materials | Wool |
| Manufacturing Process | Handmade |
| Approximate Size | 9′ × 12′ |
| Origin | Caucasus |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Period | Vintage |
- Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
Condition
- for age; heavily threadbare; discoloration; damage to one end; wear to the edges and other end; holes; thread pulls; duct tape to the underside.
Dimensions
- approximately 8.6’ W x 11.9’ D.
Item #
18DCC373-093
