Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug

This beautiful piece features a simple blue field with a repeat pattern design woven through the centre in a red accent colour. The design features motifs that traditionally represent trees in Qashqai drawings. Traditional Persian Gabbeh Rugs are woven with a dense wool pile that is usually thick. Constructed with hand-spun wool which was dyed using traditional vegetable dyeing techniques. The designs full of creativity and often reveal both vibrant and soft colour palettes. Gabbeh rugs are traditionally constructed by the Qashqai tribe in the Zargos Mountains of Iran, and are known for their primitive looks. The Qashqai tribe are world renowned for their fantastic weaving skills, rug making has been a significant part of their culture for centuries.