Gabbeh

The Gabbeh is an ancient Persian weaving, with an ethnic, tribal nature reminiscent of the Persian nomadic style. Most are sparse in design, with minimal pattern often consisting of characters. The handspun yarns and natural dyes of the Gabbeh, along with the use of bright colors, make it a whimsical choice, ideal for the eclectic rug collector. The characters and colors in most Gabbeh rugs make it a perfect choice for less formal spaces, and children’s rooms. Gabbeh’s are usually asymmetrical, tending to be more square than rectangle. Today, India and Turkey are the prime weavers of the Gabbeh, with Pakistani weavers just starting to get into the market with their own unusual designs.