Gabbeh rugs have been woven for centuries by the nomadic peoples of Persia’s Zagros Mountains, and are widely appreciated as highly desirable tribal weavings thanks to their simple, graphic designs and top-quality wool.

This striking example, dating to the 1920s, combines the minimalist design one would expect of a Moroccan rug with the high-quality weaving of a Persian piece – it employs an understated palette, lent to it by the natural colour variation of the un-dyed wool, in earthy tones of ivory, caramel, grey, and muted brown, with a bold yet simple diamond motif across the central field.

Retained in excellent condition for everyday use, its colours have taken on a mellow patina with age.

Combining naive tribal appeal with a modern aesthetic sensibility, this example would compliment a wide variety of interiors.