Soumak
/ˈsuːmak
/noun
A rug or carpet made in the neighbourhood of Shemakha in Azerbaijan, distinguished by a flat, napless surface and loose threads at the back.Much like the popular Kilim rugs, the Soumak is crafted in the flat woven style....
- On close inspection, no single element is overly complex - only in the overall presentation does the true sophistication of this Soumak emerge.
- All Soumaks have geometric patterns with many tribal motifs all around.
Origin
Early 20th century: perhaps an alteration of Shemakha (see above).
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