How do I clean an antique soumak carpet?

Vacuum gently using a suction-only attachment without a rotating brush bar to protect the flat-woven surface. Professionals experienced in antique flatweaves should handle any wet cleaning to prevent dye bleed in natural colourants.

Where were soumak carpets made?

Weavers produced these textiles across the Caucasus, particularly in Daghestan, Kuba, Shemakha, and Shirvan regions. Other notable examples originated further south with Shahsevan, Afshar, Kurdish, and Yomut Turkmen nomadic groups.

Are soumak carpets durable for floors?

The wrapping technique creates a dense, sturdy structure that handles foot traffic well in residential settings. Using an appropriate underlay prevents slipping and cushions the flat-woven fabric against premature wear.

What is the difference between kilim and soumak?

A standard kilim is woven with simple interlocking wefts that leave slits between colour changes and look identical on both sides. Soumak involves wrapping wefts over warps on the face, leaving floating threads on the reverse and offering a heavier handle.

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An antique soumak carpet brings flat-woven tribal geometry and rich natural tones into a room.

Antique Yomut Turkmen Palas Soumak Kilim, Good Condition, Long Kilim Ends with Diamond Design, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Yomut Turkmen Palas Soumak Kilim, Good Condition, Long Kilim Ends with Diamond Design, Circa 1900/20.

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Antique Shahsavan Bag Face in Soumak Technique, Superb Example, Circa 1870.

19th century

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Antique Shahsavan Bag Face in Soumak Technique, Superb Example, Circa 1870.

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Antique Kurdish Soumak Kilim by the Quchan Kurds, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Soumak Kilim by the Quchan Kurds, Circa 1900.

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£2,100

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Antique Yomut Turkmen Palas Soumak Kilim, Good Condition, Long Kilim Ends with Diamond Design, Circa 1900/20.

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face in Soumak Technique, Superb Example, Circa 1870.

Antique Kurdish Soumak Kilim by the Quchan Kurds, Circa 1900.

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