Celeste Rugs 8'2"x11'5" Hand Knotted Modern Gabbeh Pictorial Ivory, Beige Wool Area Rug

Gabbeh rugs often hide small figures in a plain field, and this hand-knotted wool Gabbeh rug does it with tiny navy animals. Seen here, the solid brick red field shows soft tonal streaks, and the little figures are tucked into the surface like a signature. The pile is thick and cushiony with a slightly rustic texture. A modern pictorial Gabbeh rug that is pet and kid friendly.

Individually woven by skilled artisans, each rug is a truly one-of-a-kind piece. This authentic craftsmanship results in a distinct work of art built to last for generations. 

Construction: Hand-knotted from wool, selected for its resilience and its ability to hold rich color and definition across the pattern. 

Care & Maintenance: Vacuum regularly using suction only, avoiding a rotating beater bar. Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth, and rotate the rug periodically to distribute wear evenly. Professional cleaning is recommended to keep the pile looking its best.

• Exact Size: 8'2"x11'5"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Ivory, Beige, Black, Olive Green, Rust, Gold, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.75 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: CL21998

Story Behind the Art: Gabbeh rugs were originally made by women from tribes in the south-west of Persia.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.