Gabbeh

In this captivating tale, we follow an elderly couple as they meticulously clean their handwoven gabbeh rug, a time-honored tradition in their community. Interspersed with gentle bickering, the peaceful scene is disrupted by the sudden appearance of a young woman. Intriguingly, she assists the couple in their cleaning ritual and shares an intimate connection to the artwork displayed on the rug. It transpires that this young woman is part of the clan whose heritage is represented in the intricate design, and the rug tells a story: one of courtship between her and a mysterious stranger from their own people. As the elderly couple delve deeper into the cleaning process with the assistance of the enigmatic young woman, they uncover not only the rug's rich history but also the power it holds to bridge generations and weave together a tale of love, tradition, and unity.