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Turkish Yuruk Soumak Rug

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Rugs & Carpets Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,200.00 USD
Turkish Yuruk Soumak Rug
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Soumak is a tapestry technique of weaving strong and decorative textiles used as rugs and domestic bags. Baks used for bedding are known as Soumak Mafrash. Yuruk rugs, more than any other type, exemplify the great nomadic tradition of Turkish carpet weaving (Yuruk means nomad in Turkish). Yuruks were produced in Eastern Anatolia, so at times they appear closely related to the rugs of the nearby Caucasus. This rug has been hung on wall. 4' 10" x 3'. From the Ben-Tcahvtchavadze Collection of Ontario, Canada. State: City: Date: c1900 HWAC# 82077