Soumak / 26543

This Soumak antique rug measures 9' 10" x 13' 6" and presents a layered field of octagonal medallions, diagonal lattice bands, and finely resolved geometric fillers. The palette balances blue, rust red, cream, and ivory, with a pale, weathered finish that softens the contrast and gives the surface a calm, lived-in depth. Narrow borders frame the composition with steady rhythm, while the overall wear lends character without obscuring the design. Circa 1885 - 1900, it carries the graphic clarity and tactile patina that define a well-aged Soumak. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.