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Gabbehs

Scope note

Rugs characterized by a coarse, long pile and decorated with bold, abstract patterns; thought to have been made by nomads from the central Zagros Mountains. Commonly used as sleeping rugs.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000187270

Broader Terms used

<rugs by function>

Term used for

gabas
gabbas
gabehs

Equivalent Terms used

gabbeh

Created

12yrs ago

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