Persian Gabeh Rug - 2.16x1.50 Balouchi

Persian Gabeh Rug - 2.16x1.50 BalouchiGabbeh, also spelt Gaba or Gabeh,is the name given to a specific rug woven by the Luri and Qashqai tribes. They are coarsely woven, brightly coloured and have a thick pile. Traditionally Gabehs were made for domestic use and not for the market. Most of the ones traded are sold in the Shiraz bazaar. Typically the warps, wefts and pile are all of hand spun wool and there are no fringes: the kilim at the end is tucked in and sewn up. There is a huge

The carpet is made form wool and comes from the city of area of Mashehad

Taoist and Buddhist influences can also be seen

Several years ago a company named Rugman invested a significant amount of money to create workshops in the region to weave chobi rugs

or as in this case animals such as camels

the nomadic weavers live in a part of the world that is untouched by modern conveniences and technology

The decoration of Nain carpets is similar to that used for Isfahans

There are various shaped motifs that all sit in harmony with each other

Hunting scenes

Green is also popular

This carpet is one that represents joy and happiness

Colours are varied and are bright

The tones and hues of this carpet are truly delightful