Silk soumak, a type of flatweave rug, has its roots in the Caucasus region, particularly in the Shrirvan region with origins tracing back to the 17th century. The technique spread to Iran and Afghanistan, where it was adopted by various groups like the Kurds and Shahsevan tribe. Soumak rugs are known for their distinctive flatweave construction, achieved by wrapping weft threads around the warp threads to create geometric patterns. Silk soumak rugs are considered a luxurious and rare variation of this weaving style