Gabbeh Loribaft Indian Rug 201 × 141 cm, hand-knotted

At a glance

This Gabbeh, Loribaft comes from India and measures 201 × 141 cm. It covers approximately 2.83 m², or 6.6' × 4.6'. Gabbeh rugs favour simple, open designs and a thick pile.

Construction

The pile is wool, on a warp of wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Weight is given as ap. 8 kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. The format suits the space in front of a sofa, a small dining table, or a study.

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

It is catalogued under Braun / Gelb. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age and condition

Stated condition: Neu.