Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug 46685

Antique Soumak Rug, Caucasus, date – Ancient protection symbols and esoteric devices decorate this beautifully executed Soumak antique Caucasian rug. The elaborately detailed field features a triad of hexagonal medallions filled with coffered trousseau boxes and a multitude of small-scale symbols. Handsome eight-pointed stars paired with tiny S-hooks, rosettes and endless knots fill the warm terracotta field that surrounds the central medallion figures. The lively symbolic theme and exuberant decorations continue in the richly detailed borders and strap work guard bands. Auspicious eight-pointed stars and unusual hooked-arm motifs punctuate the formal main borders, which complement the symbolic decorations and robust oxidized colors that are featured in the field. This extraordinary antique Caucasian Soumak rug epitomizes the artistic and symbolic traditions of regional weavers. These powerful traditions continue to impress collectors with their detail and broad cultural significance.