Gabbeh Indian Rug 201 × 144 cm, hand-knotted

Overview

Origin India, format 201 × 144 cm — a Gabbeh made entirely by hand. It covers approximately 2.89 m², or 6.6' × 4.7'. Gabbeh rugs favour simple, open designs and a thick pile.

Materials and construction

Construction: wool in the pile over a wool foundation. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. 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.

Knot density and quality

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 green / Oliv. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age

Stated condition: Neu.