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The Nomad’s Diamonds: A Vintage Persian Gabbeh Masterpiece of Modernist Elegance
$6,300
£4,764.31
€5,457.24
CA$8,827.81
A$9,637
CHF 5,074
MX$115,440.09
NOK 64,894.61
SEK 59,249.86
DKK 40,766.87
About the Item
61482 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 06'05 x 08'08. Woven by hand in the highlands of southern Persia, this hand knotted wool vintage Gabbeh rug stands as a quiet testament to nomadic artistry at its most refined. Created outside the constraints of court workshops, Gabbeh rugs were deeply personal expressions—woven for daily life, memory, and meaning rather than market demand. This intimacy is precisely what elevates this one-of-a-kind piece today, transforming it into a rare collectible prized by connoisseurs who value authenticity over ornament.
The exclusive composition is striking in its confident simplicity. A procession of softly abrased diamond forms floats across a luminous blue field, framed by a grounding border in warm, earthen tones. The geometry feels instinctive rather than calculated—each iconic lozenge slightly irregular, each color gently shifting—revealing the human hand behind the loom. This visual language, both ancient and uncannily modern, aligns effortlessly with contemporary design sensibilities while remaining rooted in centuries-old tradition.
The palette is rich yet restrained: mineral blues, sun-warmed ochres, softened reds, and deep umbers drawn from natural dyes and time itself. The precious wool, hand-spun and generously piled, carries a tactile depth that invites touch and rewards close inspection. Subtle variations in tone—natural abrash—create movement across the sumptuous surface, lending the rug a living presence that can never be replicated.
Highly sought after by collectors, architects, and design purists, authentic Gabbeh rugs like this one are celebrated for their soulful minimalism and sculptural presence. Whether anchoring a curated modern interior or enriching a layered, eclectic space, this extraordinary masterpiece offers more than decoration—it offers provenance, restraint, and quiet prestige. It is an exquisite work of art meant for those who understand that true luxury speaks softly, yet endures.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 06'05 x 08'08.
Pile Height: 0.52 of an inch.
Date: 1980s. Late 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 77 in (195.58 cm)Length: 104 in (264.16 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1980-1989
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 61482 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 06 05 x 08 081stDibs: LU942947970582
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