Hand-Embroidered Round Patteh Tablecloth – Wool Needlework from Kerman, Iran

Description

Product Description

Bring timeless elegance and rich Iranian heritage into your home with this round Patteh tablecloth, a stunning piece of traditional hand embroidery made by women artisans of Gujino group in Shafiabad village, Kerman. Each stitch is a testament to generations of craftsmanship, culture, and community—a work of art that also supports the revival of ancient qanats (underground water channels) through fair trade.

This piece is entirely hand-embroidered using natural-dyed wool threads, known as Ris, on a thick woolen cloth called Ariz, typical of the Kerman region. The motifs are inspired by ancient Persian symbols of life, beauty, and spirituality, such as the boteh (paisley), cypress trees, lilies, birds, tree of life, and toranj medallions.

Whether you use it as a centerpiece for your round table, a cultural gift, or a statement piece for traditional interiors, this Patteh tablecloth carries the story of rural women, their skills, and their deep connection to Iran’s artistic roots.

Product Features:

• Product Type: Traditional Hand-Embroidered Round Tablecloth (Patteh)
• Material: Thick woolen Ariz fabric, 100% wool
• Embroidery Thread: Ris wool thread, dyed with natural plant-based colors
• Technique: Fine hand needlework (Patteh embroidery)
• Common Motifs: Boteh (paisley), lily, bird, tree of life, toranj, arabesque vines
• Made in: Shafiabad village, Kerman, Iran – by the women of Gujino artisan collective
• Purpose: Traditional home décor, round table styling, cultural gift

Use Cases:

• Centerpiece for round coffee tables or dining tables
• Perfect for ethnic or boho-style interior décor
• Meaningful gift for cultural events, weddings, or home warmings
• A symbolic and ethical purchase that supports rural women artisans

Care Instructions:

• Hand wash only, in cold water
• Do not wring, scrub, or machine wash
• Lay flat to dry; avoid hanging when wet
• Keep away from direct sunlight during drying to preserve colors

Cultural Insight – What is Patteh?

Patteh embroidery is one of Iran’s oldest and most intricate textile arts, originating from Kerman province. The technique involves stitching symbolic motifs onto a thick wool base using naturally dyed threads derived from plants and roots. These motifs often reflect nature, poetry, and spirituality, telling stories through thread.

Patteh is more than a craft—it’s a living heritage, passed down through generations of women who use their needles to stitch both beauty and resilience into every piece. By owning a Patteh, you carry a piece of Iran’s cultural soul.