Vivid and Colorful Squares 3x5 Gabbeh

Gabbeh rugs have their origins in the nomadic world of Persian herders. Made using hand-spun wool and dyes produced from natural plant and vegetable sources, our authentic Gabbeh rugs are among the most holistic choices for living spaces. Prized for their uniqueness and durable quality as working textiles, each Gabbeh is a one of a kind glimpse into a world unto itself. We have the finest selection of Gabbeh rugs in the Pacific Northwest.

Amazingly, all the colors seen here have been produced using dyes sourced from natural sources such as plants, fruits, vegetables, and minerals. Just as they were since rugs first being produced with color. The abstract patterns and color choices are entirely up to the individual weaver and their imagination.

The red dyes used in these rugs is made using the root of the madder plant. This plant must mature for at least five years prior to being harvested for dye making. The resulting red tones can range from intense and bright to more pastel coral tones depending on factors like dye concentration and whether the wool being dyed is of a lighter ivory tone or darker variety.

The blue used in these rugs is made using the leaves of the indigo plant. These leaves are boiled and fermented to result in a rich blue dye that when combined with the lanolin rich hand-spun wool results in an incredible feel and sheen.

The green tones used in these rugs is made using buckthorn, also called Persian, berries when fully ripe. Green tones are also made by combining the yellow dyes produced from saffron, turmeric, and unripened berries with indigo dyes as well.

The yellow color in these rugs can be produced using dyes made from saffron, turmeric, berries, and even pistachio shells all resulting in different yellow hues ranging from golden and buttery to bright and almost electric.

• Hand-knotted by semi-nomadic Persian weavers
• Measures: 2'10" x 4'7"
• Materials: Hand-spun woolen yarns
• Rug # 9528

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We love rugs and love seeing how they elevate the spaces of our residential and business clients. We have provided high quality original handmade rugs and textiles for Portland and beyond for over 25 years. Let us share our love of rugs with you.

-Christiane