Hand-Knotted Gabbeh Persian Rug, 138 × 107 cm, Wool

Overview

Origin Iran, format 138 × 107 cm — a Gabbeh made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 1.48 m² (4.5' × 3.5'). Gabbeh rugs favour simple, open designs and a thick pile.

Construction

Stated material: new wool.

Size and placement

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

On the knot count

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.

On the colourway

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