Large Early 20th Century Soumak Kilim Rug – Faded Blue & Camel, 400 × 200cm
An exceptionally large handwoven Soumak flatweave rug with a beautifully softened palette of powder blue, camel, warm sand, taupe and brown.
Repeated octagonal medallions sit within an angular lattice, surrounded by smaller hooked and stepped motifs and multiple geometric borders. The traditional weft-wrapped Soumak construction gives the surface more texture than a conventional slit-woven kilim.
Dimensions
Approximately 400 × 200 cm
Historic label: approximately 399 × 203 cm
Approximately 13 ft 1 in × 6 ft 8 in.
Condition
Very good vintage condition with age-related wear and patina. The reverse displays loose and floating woollen yarns, many associated with traditional Soumak construction.