Surma is a pan ethnicity residing in South Sudan and southwestern Ethiopia. They have a fierce culture that includes stick fighting called Donga. This brings great prestige to men — it is especially important when seeking a bride — and they are very competitive and fearless about dangerous injury. Inspired by this powerful battles and brave warriors the SURMA rug is born, brave and strong, in hand-knotted dyed wool, bringing with its presence man strength to your space.