Gabbeh Pakistani Rug 243 × 306 cm, Wool, hand-woven

Overview

This Gabbeh comes from Pakistan and measures 243 × 306 cm. It covers approximately 7.44 m², or 8' × 10'.

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. Construction method: hand-woven. Pile height is given as 5-7mm.

Size and placement

A format for large rooms, with space for an entire seating arrangement.

Weave

As a flatweave this piece has no pile: front and back carry the same pattern, and it lies very flat.

Colour and appearance

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