Gabbeh Indian Rug 299 × 200 cm, hand-knotted

At a glance

A Gabbeh from India, measuring 299 × 200 cm. That is roughly 5.98 m² of floor, about 9.8' × 6.6'. Gabbeh rugs favour simple, open designs and a thick pile.

What it is made of

The pile is wool, on a warp of wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Weight is given as ap. 16 kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. Large enough to hold a full 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.

Colour and appearance

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

Condition

Stated condition: Neu.