Ghiordes Border Stripe.—Several forms, the two most commonly used are herewith illustrated, one being two rosettes one above the other, each joined by a long, narrow stem to a leaf form on the right, while the other has but half of a rosette, which is similarly joined to a leaf form below. (See color plate at p. [84] and doubletone at p. [266].)
Gourd.—Chinese, receptacle of mysteries; Indian, when shaped like a bowl it represents the drinking vessel of a Sanyasi or recluse.
Greek Cross, see Cross, Greek.
Greek Fret (border design), see Chinese fret.
Greek Key, see Chinese fret.
Guli Henna (see field design of illustration at p. [202]).—Consists of the small yellow henna flowers arranged in rows with floral forms connecting them similarly in arrangements to the Herati design. It is common in Persian rugs, especially old Feraghans.
Hand, see Coat of Arms, Turkish; also Pear.
Hare.—Chinese, in connection with the moon.