Vintage Anatolian Animal Patterned Sumac Runner

A stunning Sumac runner featuring six adjoined central medallions and a profusion of animal motifs. These are in-turn, surrounded by the main boarder with star motifs on red ground.

The Star motifs and adjoined medallions represent happiness and fertility, whilst the animals relate to Noah's Ark which is understood to have run ground atop of mount Ararat in Eastern Anatolia near the boarder with Iran.

Sumac rugs are made on a loom in a similar way to other kilims but use a different weaving technic resulting in the face of the sumac been far smoother.

A very attractive and finely woven rug that will add significant aesthetic appeal.

Anatolia Circa 1950's

L: 270cm

W: 92cm

Ref: DB492