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11x16 Tabriz Rug Large Persian Rug Oversized Persian Rug Beige 55 Raj Signed
Located in New York, NY
Rug Persian Authentic Tabriz Handmade Exceptional 55 Raj Signed Beige
11'2" x 16'4"
11x17
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Early 2000s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Large Rug with Incredible Details
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large antique Persian Lavar Kerman large rug with incredible details, rug / E-1210. Antique large
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Antique 19th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Persian Oushak Style Rug with Beige & Brown Floral Patterns on Blue Field
Located in Dallas, TX
Large Persian rug made of handwoven sheep’s wool of the finest quality. It’s colored with organic
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2010s Persian Oushak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Yazd Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
in color, texture and beguiling ambiance, this large Persian rug is the answer to sophisticated
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Early 20th Century Persian Victorian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
setting with elaborate furnishings or in an Ottoman style interior, this large Persian rug will bring
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug with English Tudor Manor Style
Located in Dallas, TX
accents of pink and tan to the all-over rectilinear pattern, this large Persian rug radiates
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Early 20th Century Persian Tudor Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mashhad Rug Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
Ottoman style interior, this large Persian rug will bring vibrant life where it is displayed.
Abrash
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Garous Bidjar in Geometric Design in Blue Background & Multi Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very large Antique Persian Bidjar, Keivan Woven Arts- rug/ F-0402, Large Persian rug, Garous design
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Oversized Persian Sultanabad Rug, Swedish Gustavian Meets Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Contemporary. With its blissful vibes and tranquil colors, this large Persian rug would make a wonderful
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Khorassan in Panel Design in Green, Royal Blue, Camel, Navy, Red
Located in Barrington, IL
Khorassan, Antique Persian Rugs, Large Persian Khorassan Carpets, Antique Rug, Antique Carpets, Vintage
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Khorassan in Floral Pattern in Navy, Turquoise, Pink, Yellow
Located in Barrington, IL
, Antique Persian Rugs, Large Persian Khorassan Carpets, Antique Rug, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Khorassan in Allover Pattern in Deep Purple, French Blue, Yellow
Located in Barrington, IL
Khorassan, Antique Khorassan Carpets, Antique Persian Khorassan, Antique Persian Rugs, Large Persian
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Persian Khorassan in Pale Blue, Crimson, French Blue, Green
Located in Barrington, IL
, Large Persian Khorassan Carpets, Antique Rug, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Vintage Persian Carpets
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The antique Persian Bahktiari rug is handmade and features an array of colors. The large size of
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Large Antique Persian Malayer 11x18 Handwoven Rug
By Ashly Fine Rugs 1
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs Presents an unusual Antique Persian Malayer with a typical border found in Malayer
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Baroque Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
depressed warp weave using Persian knotting technique, single cord wrapped selvedge, short fringe end finish
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Antique 1880s Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Natanz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A grand and stunning piece indeed, this rug features a marvelous floral pattern along with large
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Vintage 1940s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
. Ivory and rich brown define motif elements throughout. The rug has an axial composition with a large
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
of rose and brick red in the churning large scale foliated motifs of the all-over field pattern
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bibikabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
features a large diamond medallion with pendant extensions, and is filled with intricate herati pattern
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
by a border of large scale geometric elements and stylized rosettes in grisaille tones on a turquoise
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, Timeless Elegance Meets Relaxed Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
Persian Mahal rugs. With its classic design aesthetic and subtle signs of age-wear, this large Persian rug
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Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Rug Antique Persian Farahan Oversized Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Rare Fine Farahan Persian Rug Geometric Carpet Rust 12'10" x 17'4" (392cm x 529cm) Circa
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Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mehraban Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Handwoven in Western Persia, circa 1900. A village workshop weaving of large scale proportions and
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Antique Early 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Bote Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Antique Malayer with ivory field, deep indigo border, and red, pink and gold tones. This rug
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sultanabad Distressed Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
distressing creates a pleasing contrast to the rug’s large-scale axial design of interlocking floral, vine and
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
olive accents. Rows of large-scale palmettes and floral motifs establish an active all-over design. This
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Antique Early 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Northwest Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Large antique Northwest Persian rug
Size: 14'0" × 20'2" (426 × 614 cm)
A late 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Amritsar Open Field Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
An antique Persian Amritsar rug with an open field. This rug features an open design, with a large
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Persian Wool Carpet Rug
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa Mid-20th Century
Large Persian wool carpet rug
Measures: W440 x D292 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Senneh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular collector-caliber fine woven late 19th century Oversize Persian Senneh rug featuring a
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Rich Persian Area Rug
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Richly colored and sumptuous in texture Persian rug.
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Vintage 1980s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Large Antique Persian Tabriz rug
Size: 14'3" × 20'7" (434 × 627 cm).
Color: beige, blue, brown
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Square Persian Bakshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Rare large square size Persian antique Persian Bakshaish with a light blue field, accents in pink
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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversize geometric Persian Bakhtiari rug in rustic tones. Brick red field with dominant accents in
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Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
This antique Malayer rug has been skillfully sourced by N A S I R I through extensive travel
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Vintage 1940s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handwoven 19th Century Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Persian and Indian court style carpets. The drawing of this rug is has an unforced freedom about it which
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ararat Rugs Garden Rug, 18th Century Persian Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Research Center Inc., New York 1965 nr.28. This Persian Garden design rug belongs to the second half of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 74.81 in L 133.86 in
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Felted Persian Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 5x7 Persian rug is a new addition to the Modern Classics Collection by Rug
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ararat Rugs Garden Rug, 18th Century Persian Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Research Center Inc., New York 1965 nr.28. This Persian Garden design rug belongs to the second half of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 73.63 in L 116.93 in
Rug & Kilim’s Persian Style Oversized Rug, with Medallion and Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 12x17 oversized rug has been inspired by Persian Tabriz rugs. It is an
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2010s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Felted Persian Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 5x7 Persian rug is a new addition to the Modern Classics Collection by Rug
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ararat Rugs Palmettes and Flowers Lattice Rug Antique Persian Revival Carpet
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
part of a larger scheme designed 19th century rug from the Bidjar region, Eastern Kurdistan area. Very
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 34.26 in L 59.45 in
Ararat Rugs Gerous Bidjar Wagireh Rug Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
production of larger rugs, they are generally small pieces the size of a scatter rug or mat. This seems
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 42.52 in L 68.51 in
Ararat Rugs Bidjar Sweeping Arabesques Rug Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a repeat of large sweeping arabesques in muted colors adorning the red field rug designed
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 60.63 in L 87.41 in
Antique Large Persian Pure Wool Rug
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A large Persian pure-wool rug, featuring a central panel intricately woven with birds, deer and
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Antique 19th Century Asian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
A Large Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A Large Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug. A fine hand knotted wool pile in Persian knot tightly woven on
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Vintage 1930s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Handmade Large Persian Shiraz Rug, 1930s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful early 20th century ( 1930s circa) persian shiraz large rug handmade in wool. This
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Vintage 1930s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Distressed Tabriz Persian Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large all-over Herati design antique distressed Persian Tabriz rug in shades of light blue grey and
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1900s Large Persian Sultanabad Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic 1900s large Persian Sultanabad red handmade wool rug (sized adjusted)
Size: 17'6" × 28'2
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Light Blue Persian Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large Persian pillow made from an antique Mahal rug. Measures: 15'' x 25''.
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20th Century Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Large Antique Persian Farahan Rug Antique Farahan Persian Rug Overall 6x14
Located in New York, NY
Antique Ferregan Feregan Rug Fine Handmade Rug Rust
6'3" x 13'6"
191cm x 412cm
"This is
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Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Blue Persian Heriz Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Persian Karadja Heriz rug.
Measures: 16" x 32".
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20th Century Folk Art Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Large Vintage Red Persian Mahal Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75894 Vintage Persian Mahal rug, 10'03 X 13'05. Brimming with timeless style, incredible detail and
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a late 19th-century antique Persian Bakshaish rug with cotton back. Zipper closure
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20th Century Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Large Room Size Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Room size 1930s Persian Malayer Rug. Blue, tan, khaki, brown and green tones.
Measures 10'10'' x
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Vintage 1930s Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Square Brown Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Rare large square size early 20th century authentic Persian Tabriz featuring an all over floral
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ararat Rugs the Barbieri Tree Design Carpet, Persian Revival Rug, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
those of the 16th-century Northwest Persian rugs from which it was derived. The most appropriate colors
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 78.35 in L 153.15 in
Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug with Lion Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
impression that it is only part of a larger scheme designed 19th-century rug from the Bidjar region, Eastern
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 43.71 in L 48.43 in
Ararat Rugs the Barbieri Tree Design Carpet, Persian Revival Rug, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
the 16th-century Northwest Persian rugs from which it was derived. Our designers choose vivid colors
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 78.75 in L 125.6 in
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Large Persian Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of large Persian rugs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique large Persian rugs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. We have 575 antique and vintage large Persian rugs in-stock, while there are 21 modern editions to choose from as well. Large Persian rugs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of large Persian rugs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Modern and Mid-Century Modern large Persian rugs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made large Persian rugs over the years, but those made by Art Hide and Keivan Woven Arts are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Large Persian Rugs?
Prices for large Persian rugs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, large Persian rugs begin at $249 and can go as high as $320,000, while the average can fetch as much as $28,000.
Finding the Right Rugs and Carpets for You
Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.
In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.
It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.
Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.
Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.)
When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.
If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans.
Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin.
The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor.
With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.
Questions About Large Persian Rugs
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024Persian rugs can be expensive because they are made with the highest quality materials, the cost of which trickles down to the consumer, and because of the long time that it takes to create these majestic works.
Antique and vintage Persian rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool and silk. These fibers are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Regarded as works of art, carpets and rugs of this kind can take months or years to complete.
Iran (modern-day Persia) encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
The antique and vintage Persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs include Persian tribal rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs and more. - What is a Persian Heriz rug?1 Answer
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021A rug that was woven in the Heriz area in Iran. - What is an Overdyed Persian rug?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021An overdyed Persian rug refers to a rug that has been treated with a specific process and wash — it involves bleaching, color saturation and drying. The washed rug is overdyed, which creates deep and rich color that is uneven compared to that of a new rug. This will give it a vintage appearance and it is guaranteed to stand out in any space. Find a collection of antique and vintage rugs on 1stDibs today.
- What is a Mashad Persian rug?1 AnswerNazmiyalMarch 23, 2021It is a rug that was woven in the city of Mashad in Modern day Iran.
- What do Persian rugs symbolize?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What Persian rugs symbolize is largely a matter of personal interpretation and what patterns are present on them. Many traditional motifs have a link to good fortune, while others represent ancient stories, religious tales and myths. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Persian rugs.
- What is a Tabriz Persian rug?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Tabriz Persian rug is a type of Persian rug originating from the city of Tabriz, in the north west of Iran. These rugs are known for their short trimmed piles, precise weaves, and bold color usage. Weavers create these rugs using the Turkish knot rather than the Persian knot. A variety of Tabriz Persian rugs can be found on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage Persian rug?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage Persian rug is often a hand-knotted or hand-woven rug that dates from the 1940s to the 1980s. True Persian rugs can only be produced in Iran's middle eastern area. A soft backing is usually included in a genuine Persian rug. Find a wide collection of vintage Persian rugs in various materials on 1stDibs today.
- What are Persian rugs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024Persian rugs are made of the finest materials, including wool, cotton and silk. Authentic Persian rugs are never made with synthetic fibers. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk.
Regarded as works of art, carpets and rugs of this kind are made by hand and can take months or years to complete.
Iran (modern-day Persia) encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.”
The antique and vintage Persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs include Persian tribal rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs and more. - Do Persian rugs fade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Yes, Persian rugs will fade as a result of prolonged sun exposure.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Both Oriental and Persian rugs are hand knotted on looms. While Oriental rugs are tied with symmetrical Ghiordes knots, Persian rugs are tied using an asymmetrical or Senneh knot. Find a collection of vintage and antique Oriental and Persian rugs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The difference between Persian and Turkish rugs can be identified through knotting techniques and patterns. Persian rugs are knotted with a single knot, while Turkish rugs employ a double knotting technique. Additionally, Persian rugs typically have more rounded, oriental motifs, whereas Turkish rugs have more geometric designs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024How much authentic Persian rugs are will depend on rarity, condition, demand and more. The price of Persian rugs on 1stDibs starts at approximately $200 or $220 per rug. Persian rugs can be surprisingly costly partly because they are made with the highest quality materials. The expense of these materials will trickle down to the consumer. The long time that it takes to create these majestic works will also factor into the price.
Antique and vintage Persian rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool and silk. These fibers are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Regarded as works of art, carpets and rugs of this kind can take months or years to complete.
Iran (modern-day Persia) encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
The antique and vintage Persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs include Persian tribal rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs and more. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a Persian rug is authentic, turn it over. Real ones feature hand-knotted crafting, which makes the pattern on the back the same as the one shown on the front. If you find a backing or don't see the print, you likely have a reproduction rug. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Persian rugs.
- How much is a silk Persian rug?1 AnswerNazmiyalMarch 23, 2021That depends on the size and how fine the rug is.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date a Persian rug, first identify the style of the rug. Look for signs of natural wear and any damage that has been repaired. Vegetable dyes, which fade over time, were commonly used before the 20th century. Modern Persian rugs are occasionally bleached to mimic natural aging, but if you examine the colors closely, you'll be able to tell authentic gradual fading from synthetic defined fading. Shop a collection of expertly-vetted Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few red flags you should look for in determining if you have an antique Persian rug. Firstly, check the fringe. Fringes on a Persian rug form from the end of warp yarns, and won’t be sewn on the back. Also check the colors. They should be crisp, with no bleeding of the dyes. Shop a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to tell if your Persian rug is real silk is to simply rub the fabric. Silk will get warmer if you rub it, and likely develop a sheen. If neither happens and if the rug feels coarse, then it’s likely not real silk. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of genuine Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How long do Persian rugs last?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Persian rugs can last for over 100 years when the correct precautions are taken in maintaining it effectively
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The different types of Persian rugs are Tabriz, Heriz, Kashan, Gabbeh, Isfahan, Nain, Mashad, Balouchi, and Qum.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Persian rugs that are authentic and hand-knotted are likely to increase in value, but returns to this investment are not expected to be immediate.
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