Gabbeh
Nomad Rug Gabbeh
Gabbeh has been cultivated as a tool for the daily lives of nomadic people. The techniques of shearing the wool of the sheep, spinning it into yarn, and weaving it are still passed down as an important part of their culture.
Living with Gabbeh
Gabbeh carpets, with their long, fluffy pile, are well suited to the Japanese lifestyle, where people spend a lot of time on the floor, and are therefore highly popular.
It is also a heartfelt item that can be used for a very long time and can be passed down to the next generation.
Characteristics of Gabbeh
| material | It is made from 100% wool from sheep living in the Iranian plateau. |
| Takeo | The excellent properties of Iranian wool make it stain-resistant and durable. |
| comfortable | It can also be used with underfloor heating for comfortable use all year round. |
| prevention | Prevents dust from flying around the room (reducing house dust) |
| Feeling | It's fluffy and doesn't feel like you're hitting the bottom, so it's extremely comfortable. |
| maintenance | Usually, it is easy to clean by just vacuuming. |
Meaning of the pattern
The nomads' "thoughts" and "wishes" are imbued in each and every motif.
An essential item for nomadic life. It is considered a symbol of wealth.
It is considered a symbol of life and is imbued with hopes for health and longevity.
Water is precious to nomads. The vertical patterns represent rivers, and the horizontal ones represent lakes and swamps.
A wish for children. A wish for the prosperity of descendants of both humans and animals.
Windows are thought to bring good luck.
The motif is the small flowers that bloom all over the desert in spring.
Because of their devotion to raising their children, they are considered a symbol of family harmony.
The petals look like paws and are believed to ward off evil spirits.