Ancient Sumakh Kilim from the Caucasus - Collectible - Carpet - 291 cm - 174 cm
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Antique Caucasian Sumakh Kilim item from Azerbaijan, model: Antiker Sumakh Kilim Kaukasien Sammlerstück, dimensions 291 cm by 174 cm, wool on wool, in good overall condition with signs of age and wear, manufactured in the early 20th century, includes authenticity certificates.
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An ancient Caucasian Sumakh-Kelim (often also written Sumak or Soumak) ranks among the most fascinating and technically demanding masterpieces of the textile tribal art of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Strictly speaking, Sumakh is not a classic kilim (slit kilim) but a flat weave with brocade techniques (weft-wrapping technique), in which the pattern threads are wrapped around the warp threads. This gives it its characteristic thick, relief-like texture and the strands of wool that hang loosely on the back, providing additional padding.
• Origin: The best pieces come from the East Caucasus (historical area around the town of Shamakhi in present-day Azerbaijan) as well as from nomadic tribes such as the Shahsavan.
• Motifs & symbolism: Characteristic are large, often tiered geometric medallions, stylized animal motifs (birds, dragons) and complex star- or cross-shaped forms that are deeply rooted in tribal mythology.
• Material & colors: Pure, hand-spun sheep wool on a wool warp. Ancient pieces entice with entirely plant-based natural colors, which over decades have developed a beautiful, inimitable patina.
With certificates of authenticity
An ancient Caucasian Sumakh-Kelim (often also written Sumak or Soumak) ranks among the most fascinating and technically demanding masterpieces of the textile tribal art of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Strictly speaking, Sumakh is not a classic kilim (slit kilim) but a flat weave with brocade techniques (weft-wrapping technique), in which the pattern threads are wrapped around the warp threads. This gives it its characteristic thick, relief-like texture and the strands of wool that hang loosely on the back, providing additional padding.
• Origin: The best pieces come from the East Caucasus (historical area around the town of Shamakhi in present-day Azerbaijan) as well as from nomadic tribes such as the Shahsavan.
• Motifs & symbolism: Characteristic are large, often tiered geometric medallions, stylized animal motifs (birds, dragons) and complex star- or cross-shaped forms that are deeply rooted in tribal mythology.
• Material & colors: Pure, hand-spun sheep wool on a wool warp. Ancient pieces entice with entirely plant-based natural colors, which over decades have developed a beautiful, inimitable patina.
With certificates of authenticity
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model
Ancient Sumakh Kilim from the Caucasus - Collectible
Length
291 cm
Width
174 cm
Material
Wool on wool
Country of origin
Azerbaijan
Condition
Overall in good condition with traces of ageing and usage
Professionally cleaned
No
Manufacturing period
Early 20th century
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