Vibrant coral red commands attention in this hand knotted Gabbeh rug, where tiny pictorial motifs scatter across the field with charming simplicity. Stylized figures, goats, trees, and abstract symbols rendered in gold, black, and green populate the open expanse, each element placed with the kind of spontaneous asymmetry that defines authentic tribal weaving. The circular format gives this piece unexpected modern appeal, while the bold solid field allows the whimsical motifs to stand out without competing for attention. Hand knotted on a cotton foundation, the plush wool pile provides luxurious softness that will improve with age and use. Natural variation in the coral dye creates subtle tonal shifts across the surface, adding organic depth that machine made rugs cannot replicate. The substantial ivory fringe frames the saturated field with clean contrast and traditional finishing detail.
- Exact Size: 5'5"x5'5"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Coral, Gold, Black, Green, Multi
- Origin: Iran
- Pile Height: 1 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH21189
Story Behind the Art: Gabbeh rugs were originally made by women from tribes in the south-west of Persia. Gabbeh literally means unclipped, a reference to the shagginess of the pile. Rustic simplicity and indeed a certain willfulness of design give the rugs an unaffected freshness which is most sought after, especially for use in modern decor. Original designs were very basic with only a limited number of decorative patterns, mostly geometric mix of objects resembling animals, humans (kids) or trees (abstracts), coarsely knotted with brightly colored wool. Tree designs crop up time and again in nomadic weaves. Their form is never standardized. Asymmetric and symmetric knots are often used in the same rug. But with their natural woolly texture, thickness, and extreme durability along with unique designs, they have enjoyed popularity through the ages. In modern era, Pakistan and India have emerged as popular producers of this nomadic flooring.