4003 Gabbeh 4 ft x 6 ft (122 x 183)
The materials used in creating these modernist seeming pieces are natural Dye and undyed wool, mixed in with an occasional color dye that was traded for. These carpets also often feature goat hair in the foundation and/or fringe which was said to keep snakes away from the tents.
In this particular rug, the classic “checkerboard” design is rendered in a harmonious blend of color that shows off the artistry of the weaver.
