Persian Gabeh Rug - 2.94 x 1.99 Tribal

Persian Gabeh Rug - 2.94 x 1.99 TribalGabbeh, 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 woollen Kashan has between 120 and 240 knots to each square inch

It has four central medallions with flowers and vines everywhere

scenes from daily life

following imports of post Mughal Empire

and they started up again only at the start of the last century

improved over time

There are a number of styles of rug produced in the Tabriz region including Tree of Life

This carpet is as beautiful

The older Sanandaj rugs are extremely valuable and durable

It is made of silk and has a great combination of geometric and curvilinear patterns

The result is an extremely tightly woven

It's made form silk and comes form the city of Qum