Tribal Rug Spotlight: Gabbeh

Tribal Rug Spotlight: Gabbeh

🕰️ Tribal Rug Spotlight

The Honest Beauty of Gabbeh Rugs

Celebrated for their soulful simplicity, Gabbeh rugs embrace bold color, thick wool piles, and intuitive design. Handwoven by nomadic tribes, each piece reflects a deeply personal expression—making Gabbeh rugs a favorite for designers seeking warmth, authenticity, and modern ease.


Gabbeh wool rug with open field and bold color

A Gabbeh Signature: Bold Field, Honest Motifs

This Gabbeh leads with clarity—rich wool, open space, and confident color that feels expressive without excess.

✨ What is a Gabbeh Rug?

Gabbeh rugs were traditionally woven for personal use, not commerce—giving them a relaxed, intuitive quality. Expect solid grounds, abstract motifs, and fearless color paired with plush, hand-spun wool.


Texture You Can Feel

Thick pile and gentle abrash create warmth, depth, and a tactile softness that defines true Gabbeh weaving.

Gabbeh rug with thick pile and tonal variation

💡 Why Designers Love Gabbeh Rugs

Modern Minimalism
Open composition feels contemporary.
Comfort First
Thick wool adds warmth and softness.
Authentic Character
No two pieces feel the same.

Tree of Life Gabbeh rug

Grounding Modern Interiors

Gabbeh rugs anchor contemporary spaces—balancing architecture with warmth and story.


Bedroom Comfort, Elevated

Plush underfoot and visually calming, Gabbeh rugs excel in quiet, restorative rooms.

Large modern Gabbeh rug in 100% wool

Qashqai wool rug with simple geometry

Simple Geometry, Lasting Impact

Straightforward forms and natural dyes make these rugs timeless companions to modern design.

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