This is a Gabbeh rug, one of the most well-known handmade rugs from Iran. The Persian meaning of the word Gabbeh means raw, natural, and uncut. Gabbeh designs are usually based on traditional Persian folk art. For some people, this gabbeh rug is more ideal for accomplishing the traditional Persian traditional look while maintaining a soft and light presence in the room. Traditionally, gabbeh rugs are heavy-duty rugs that tend to be coarser, with thickness up to one inch.