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The Souk Journal
Semi-regular updates on the art and craft of heritage rugs
A taste of what inspires us
Art from Below: How Tribal Kilims Came out on Top
How evolving postwar aesthetics, modernist art, and the jet age made decorators and collectors swoon for the color and drama of tribal rugs.
Tülüs: Mohair Minimalism from Anatolia
Tülüs are thick, densely woven village rugs with simple motifs rich in symbolism. Like the gabbeh rugs made by the nomads of western Iran, tülüs are woven to meet the needs of pastoral life. Ponderously thick, they provide a soft cushion, warm a bed, and even keep scorpions at bay.
Guide to Siirt Kilims: Minimalist Rugs from Eastern Anatolia
Siirt kilims are a jewel of Turkish weaving. Their eldritch appeal is summoned by the combination of unusual materials and a unique weaving process.