Persian Gabbeh Rug - 1.49 x 1.15 tabrizGabbeh, 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 they sometimes illustrate landscape features or historical stories
Silk foundation carpet weaved by a master craftsman who signed his name
Qum silk rugs represents the pinnacle possible by way of combination of brilliant design
The overall impact of the composition is outstanding and is showered in the main body of the field with delightful motifs and abounding vines that spin and curve in what appears to be a never ending space
whereas a closer consideration of its motifs and the ancient poetic script will show the exact opposite is the case
Balanced and harmonious patterns such as medallions
It is made from wool and comes form the city of Tabriz
A magnificent three central medallions runner carpet that has a beautiful lattice pattern
A magnificent wool carpet from the city of Tabriz
much the same way as a pupil sits in the eye
An enchanting wool carpet from the city of Tabriz
but at the centre of everything we see a floral motif
