
Gabbeh
329 × 247 cm
3.750 €














3.150 €
Incl. VAT
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Gabbeh rugs are woven by Qashqai nomadic tribes in the Zagros Mountains of Fars Province, southwest Iran. The name means "raw" or "unfinished" in Persian, reflecting their deliberately simple, primitive aesthetic. With thick, long pile of up to 2.5 cm and bold, abstract designs, they stand apart from the fine city weaving tradition.
Each Gabbeh is a personal expression, hand-spun wool dyed with natural plant pigments creates saturated earthy colors and simple geometric fields. Animal motifs, stick figures, and blocks of pure color appear freehand, with no two pieces alike.
More on Gabbeh rugs: origin, making and how to recognise a genuine piece
Measuring 307 × 238 cm, with an area of 7.31 m², crafted from Hand-spun Wool, Hand-knotted, this piece is a testament to masterful craftsmanship. The knot density of 72,000 – 90,000 / m² speaks to the extraordinary care woven into every inch.
Preserved in perfect condition, the thick pile provides exceptional softness underfoot, making gabbeh rugs a favourite for living rooms and bedrooms where comfort meets authentic artistry.
Artisan crafted
At 307 × 238 cm (7.31 m²) this is a large rug. It sits under a seating group with the front legs of sofa and chairs on it, or under a dining table for four. A table for six wants about 80 cm of clearance all round, and needs more.
Yes, knotted by hand — knot by knot on a loom, not machine-made. The density is 72,000 to 90,000 knots per square metre; across 7.31 m² that is roughly 530,000 to 660,000 individual knots, every one of them tied by hand.
Hand-spun wool still carries its own lanolin, which keeps liquid sitting on the surface for a moment: blot quickly, with clear water and a light cloth, working inwards and without rubbing. Otherwise regular vacuuming along the pile is enough. Turn the rug once or twice a year so light and footfall reach it evenly.
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Certificate included verifying origin, materials, and craftsmanship.
Ref: 238294