Beige Gray 8'7''x11'6'' Traditional Soumak Flatweave Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

A glowing apricot medallion sits at the heart of this beige and gray Soumak flatweave, a Traditional hand knotted wool Oriental area rug made for rooms that need a focal point. Inside it, a diamond of navy is wrapped in terracotta, and generous ivory open space lets the shapes breathe. Teal fills each corner, and thin vine lines travel from the medallion out to those corners. A broad navy border of angular motifs frames the composition, with fringe in white completing both ends. Worked in a flatweave Soumak technique from wool, the surface is firm, level and friendly toward pets and kids. That practical side pairs well with the dramatic look, which is why it fits a living room, dining room, bedroom, entryway or home office. For anyone who wants bold pattern with easy care, this handmade rug is a smart addition to the floor, and it rewards a second look with every fine detail. Its balanced composition guides the eye from the border to the glowing center, so the room feels composed at once. Beige and gray keep the mood grounded, which lets the apricot and teal details stand out without crowding the space.

• Exact Size: 8'7"x11'6"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Beige, Gray, Gold, Slate, Taupe, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.25 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21990

Story Behind the Art: Soumak rugs belong to a long-established flatweaving tradition associated with the Caucasus, Persia, Anatolia, and neighboring weaving regions. Unlike conventional kilim construction, Soumak weaving uses a distinctive weft-wrapping method in which yarns are wrapped around the warp threads, creating a textured surface that can resemble embroidery. This technique lends itself particularly well to sharply defined geometric motifs, stylized flowers, medallions, tribal symbols, and repeating angular compositions. Historically, Soumak construction was used not only for floor coverings but also for bags and other practical woven textiles used by nomadic and settled communities. Wool and naturally derived colors were commonly incorporated into traditional pieces. Contemporary Soumak-inspired rugs continue to be produced in several weaving regions, including India, preserving the characteristic texture and graphic patterning that distinguish this versatile flatwoven style.