Persian Gabeh Rug - 2.00x1.60 Gabeh

Persian Gabeh Rug - 2.00x1.60 GabehGabbeh, also spelt Gaba or Gabeh,is the name given to a specific rug woven by the Luri and Qashqai tribes. They are coarsely woven, brightly coloured and have a thick pile. Traditionally Gabehs were made for domestic use and not for the market. Most of the ones traded are sold in the Shiraz bazaar. Typically the warps, wefts and pile are all of hand spun wool and there are no fringes: the kilim at the end is tucked in and sewn up. There is a huge

with many flowers appearing on vines that are in abundance

Knotted entirely of silk results in results in a carpet with great lustre which is highly durable and luxurious

which is reflected in the motifs of many of the carpets

Most of Pakistan's carpet weavers are from Lahore and Karachi

with one central medallion and smaller

The village

The city of Kashmar is to the north and the cities of Birjand and Ferdows to the east

These carpets are beautiful and unique pieces that will enhance any room by means of lively colors and warm motifs in their patterns

It is for this reason that most Zanjan rugs are small in size

with a delightful pictorial motif showing hunters

much the same way as a pupil sits in the eye

This juxtaposition of concepts such as spring