Shahsavan Soumak 2344

This rare 19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak kilim is among the most desirable village-woven textiles in our collection, distinguished by its exceptional fineness, nuanced coloration, and sophisticated tribal design. Woven by Shahsavan artisans of northwestern Persia, the piece reflects a high level of technical mastery and aesthetic intention.

Handwoven using extremely fine hand-spun wool and dyed exclusively with natural vegetable pigments, the kilim presents a beautifully balanced composition divided into two primary sections. The wider field features an elegant striped arrangement in warm terracotta, soft ivory, and deep indigo blue, creating a strong yet harmonious visual rhythm. Surrounding this are Soumak-woven sections adorned with geometric, curvilinear motifs, rendered in terracotta, indigo, and a notably rare green, all set against an ivory kilim ground.

Originally woven as a tent textile, this piece was both functional and decorative within the nomadic Shahsavan tradition. Today, due to its refined weave, rare color palette, and architectural design, it is especially well-suited for display as village or tribal textile wall art, offering a striking focal point for any fine design scheme.

Dimensions: 17” x 52”

Date of Manufacture:  4th Quarter of the 1800s

Place of Origin: Persia

Material:  Wool pile on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes

Condition:  Good

SKU: 2344

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