Hand-Knotted Gabbeh Persian Rug, 205 × 160 cm, Wool

At a glance

This Gabbeh comes from Iran and measures 205 × 160 cm. The covered area is about 3.28 m² (6.7' × 5.2'). Gabbeh rugs favour simple, open designs and a thick pile.

Construction

Stated material: new wool.

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. At this size it anchors a living room as the central surface.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². This knot density balances pattern definition against hard-wearing construction.

Colour and appearance

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