Gabbeh Loribaft Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 243 × 170 cm, Wool

The piece in short

A Gabbeh Loribaft from Iran, measuring 243 × 170 cm. The covered area is about 4.13 m² (8' × 5.6'). Gabbeh rugs favour simple, open designs and a thick pile.

What it is made of

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as Normal.

Format and use

Large enough to hold a full seating group.

Knot density and quality

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.

On the colourway

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

Age

Stated condition: 21st century.