Persian Gabeh Rug - 1.55x1.06 Tribal

Persian Gabeh Rug - 1.55x1.06 TribalGabbeh, 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

but rather to the region

This is a magnificent central rosette pattern carpet

Until the beginning of this century

Sometimes such images may represent historical monuments

or as in this case animals such as camels

This is a carpet that is not run of the mill and it is difficult not to be excited about it

In the past and at present

It is wool on silk base

because the leaves have a clear fish shape

It will undoubtedly be treasured and enjoyed by the lucky owners for many years and then also bring much joy and pleasure to future generations

There is at its very centre a large vase with profusion of flowers spilling from it

This central medallion carpet has a beautiful rosette central motif that blossoms outward