Gabbeh Loribaft Indian Rug 198 × 142 cm, hand-knotted

The piece in short

Origin India, format 198 × 142 cm — a Gabbeh, Loribaft made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 2.81 m² (6.5' × 4.7'). Gabbeh rugs favour simple, open designs and a thick pile.

What it is made of

Construction: wool in the pile over a wool foundation. It is entirely hand-knotted. Weight is given as ap. 8 kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. This size typically covers the floor in front of a seating group.

Fineness of the knotting

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². In the mid range the pattern stays clearly legible without making the rug delicate.

How it reads

The stated colourway is red and orange. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age and condition

Stated condition: Neu.