Orient Bazaar in Göreme, Cappadocia

Welcome to my shop of antique Anatolian carpets in Göreme, the center of Cappadocia

Нүүр хуудас / Sumak 33

Soumak (also spelled Soumakh, Sumak, Sumac, or Soumac) is a tapestry technique of weaving strong and decorative textiles used as rugs and domestic bags. Soumak is a type of flat weave, somewhat resembling but stronger and thicker than kilim, with a smooth front face and a ragged back.