
Sculpted by Hand
Hand-knotted by master artisans in Nepal and India.
Pakistan's carpet-weaving provinces, drawing on the nomadic Gabbeh tradition transplanted from southwestern Iran, have refined a vocabulary of elemental abstraction — bold fields, raw colour, and an intentional looseness of hand that distinguishes tribal expression from courtly precision.
This new, hand-knotted wool Gabbeh, measuring 183x283 cm, presents a composition of striking graphic clarity: a warm, moss-inflected olive-brown ground hosts seven horizontal bands that alternate between deep madder crimson and undyed ivory, each bar deliberately offset in length rather than spanning the full width, creating an asymmetric, staggered rhythm that recalls the improvisational instinct of the weaver's eye rather than a mechanically imposed grid.
The palette is austere yet rich — the crimson carries the saturated depth of natural dye tradition, the ivory retains the organic warmth of unbleached wool, and the olive field reads differently under incandescent and natural light, shifting between khaki and amber. A single narrow crimson terminal stripe anchors the lower border without elaboration. This is a piece that commands a room through restraint — suited to interiors where architectural line and material warmth are in dialogue, and where a rug is understood as an object of considered making rather than decoration.
Unadorned rectilinear horizontal stripes of varying width, deliberately offset from the edges to create a floating, painterly rhythm; no secondary motifs or border ornamentation beyond a single terminal stripe
Handcrafted in pure wool and silk for calm, contemporary rooms.

Hand-knotted by master artisans in Nepal and India.

Long-staple wool springs back without shedding.

Pure wool and silk—never viscose that watermarks.

Many modern rugs substitute wood-pulp viscose or polyester for silk—fibres that flatten and watermark from a single drop of water. We use only natural wool and silk.
Real mulberry and bamboo silk paired with lanolin-rich wool clean safely without stiffening or yellowing.
Light ivory, oat, and stone tones stay clean because dry soil sits on the fibre surface until vacuumed.
Free from synthetic adhesives and plastic yarns for healthier indoor air and barefoot comfort.
Rug Comparison Guide | ![]() Hand KnottedCrafted knot by knot. Made for generations. Persian · Modern · Tribal This rug’s construction | ![]() Machine MadeFine detail. A beautifully consistent finish. Bespoke collection | ![]() Hand TuftedYour shape, your palette, your feel. Custom rugs |
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| Manufacturing method | Individually hand tied Each knot is tied onto a woven foundation. | Precision machine woven A powered loom creates a fine, uniform weave. | Tufted by hand Yarn is inserted into a canvas, then backed and finished. |
| Feel | Naturally soft Varies with fibre, knot quality and pile height. | Soft to exceptionally soft Extremely soft in pure silk; soft in wool. Other fibres vary. | Customisable Adjust pile height and density for a plush or firmer feel. |
| Perfect for | Across the home Durable wool for busy rooms; silk-rich pieces for quieter spaces. | Comfort & decorative detail Living rooms and bedrooms. Choose the fibre for your foot traffic. | Across the home, tailored to you Specify wool for everyday use or silk accents for gentler spaces. |
| Lifespan | Can last 100+ years* Heirloom potential with appropriate care and repair. | Around 10 years* An indicative lifespan with suitable use and care. | Up to 20 years* With proper care of the pile and backing. |
| Materials | Natural wool & silk The balance of wool and silk varies by rug. | Varies by design Wool, bamboo silk and other options. Check the listed material. | Wool & bamboo silk Choose your material and blend to suit the brief. |
| Care | Vacuum gently Rotate periodically. Specialist cleaning for silk and deep cleans. | Follow the fibre Gentle vacuuming. Silk and bamboo silk need particular spill care. | Protect the backing Gentle vacuuming; avoid soaking. Use a specialist for deep cleaning. |
| Customisation | Choose your piece Find the right size, pattern and palette in the collection. | Choose your size Available dimensions vary by design. | Fully made for you Shape, size, palette, material, pile height and density. |
| Explore | Hand knottedExplore hand knotted rugs | BespokeExplore bespoke rugs | CustomCreate your custom rug |
*Lifespans are indicative, with suitable use and care. Fibre, construction, backing and foot traffic affect longevity. Silk and bamboo silk need more delicate care than wool. Construction images are illustrative.
Pakistani Gabbeh Horizontal Stripe Olive
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