Persian Gabbeh Rug - 2.90 x 1.05 classic

Persian Gabbeh Rug - 2.90 x 1.05 classicGabbeh, 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 colours motifs and patterns of this carpet are spellbinding

lovely guard borders

It is made out of wool and comes from the city of Tabriz

In this silk carpet there is a massive single basic floral design that covers the entire field

it is made of silk and is from the city of Qum

This magnificent Isfahan rug is largely composed of silk base with wool

On the other hand

showing the depths of the universe

The quality in these rugs is fairly good and the sizes are usually around five by eight feet

which is near Isfahan in central Iran

and Mina Khani lattice designs

Lahore rug