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Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug with Lion Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
against the imposing ground, while heraldic lions rear across the strapwork borders. One has the
Category
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 Bidjar Rug with Lion Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
against the imposing ground, while heraldic lions rear across the strapwork borders. One has the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 21.66 in L 37.01 in
Quirky Lion Persian Shiraz Rug
Located in New York, NY
3rd quarter of the 20th century Persian rug with a standalone Lion on a solid peach abrashed ground
Category
Mid-20th Century Georgian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Bijar, the Lion Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Persian Bijar the iron rug.
Bidjar is the name of a small Kurdish town in western Iran. (or Bidjar
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Persian Kurd Lion Antique Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Kurd Persian Bidjar Rug with an animal lion rug pattern
Measures: 3'3" x 6'2'.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Lion Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a purple lion on an ivory ground
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Lion Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with a lion sitting on a striated black grey
Category
Late 20th Century Pre-Columbian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary Persian Gabbeh accent rug handmade during the 21st century with a pictorial design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Gabbeh accent rug handmade during the early 20th century with a pictorial design
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Gabbeh accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Shiraz Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Shiraz accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Lion Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a lion on a striped field
Measures
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ararat Rugs Animal Carpet in a Safavid Design Rug Persian Revival, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
. In the ‘Northern Animal and Tree Group’ carpets; this significant example rug with the rows of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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W 59.06 in L 80.32 in
Persian Gorilla Face Lion Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with a yellow lion featuring abstract elements
Category
Late 20th Century Pre-Columbian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Animal Pictorial Rug with Rams and Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
61155 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 03'10 x 05'09. Reminiscences of an exotic journey and worldly
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Kurd Pictorial Lion Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
depiction of a lion.
Measures: 3' 6" x 4' 9"
Persian rugs & carpets:
Persia (Iran) is a moderately
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang Lion Persian Tribal Animal Rug, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
evokes the power of the lion in Persian folklore while lending itself beautifully to a modern setting. In
Category
2010s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Senneh Malayer Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Senneh Malayer accent rug handmade during the early 20th century with a
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 20th Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Tribal Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Gabbeh tribal accent rug handmade during the late 20th century with a pictorial
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1870 Antique Silk Mohtasham Kashan Persian Mohtasham Rug 100% Silk Lion
Located in New York, NY
Fine rare antique Mohtasham kashan rug vase lions birds beige 224cm x 305cm
7'4" x 10' Circa 1870
Category
Antique 1870s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Orley Shabahang "Lion" Tribal Revival Persian Animal Rug, 8' x 10'
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
From the Orley Shabahang Animal collection, this "Lion" carpet was created by master weaver Bahram
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Handmade Persian Shiraz Pictorial Lion Throw Rug in Yellow and Blue
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian Shiraz small throw rug handmade during the 21st century with a pictorial design of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tribal Mid-20th Century Persian Qashqai Pictorial Lion Accent Rug in Burgundy
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Qashqai accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a whimsical
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 1940s Persian Qashqai Rug, King Bahram and the Lion, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This Qashqai Persian carpet featuring King Bahram and the Lion, circa 1940, consists of hand
Category
Vintage 1940s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Lion with Sword and Sun Pictorial Malayer Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer small throw rug handmade during the early 20th century with a rustic
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century 'Ali ibn Abi Talib and Lion Persian Tabriz Pictorial Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Small Lion Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Mini square size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a flurry of animals covering a blue
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Hand-knotted Lion Persian Wool Rug in Gray, Orange and Black, 4' x 6'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Skillfully hand-knotted, the 4' x 6' "Lion" carpet from Orley Shabahang utilizes wool hand-dyed in
Category
2010s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Qashqai Lion Rug, Circa 1920, Cream, Red, and Brown, 4’ x 6'
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 4’1” x 5’10,” this hand-knotted Persian Qashqai carpet belongs to Orley Shabahang’s World
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Vintage 1920s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Majesty" Lion Persian Carpet, 5' x 7'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
rug possesses a luxuriously soft pile and a durable foundation. The lion motif, inspired and remixed
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Gabbeh carpet from the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of a lion.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug - Mythological Tapestry Lion & King Darius
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug Mythological Tapestry Lion & King Darius Achaemenid at Persepolis
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Asian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug Lion & King Darius Achaemenid Mythological Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
74271 Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug Mythological Tapestry Lion & King Darius Achaemenid at
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Qashqai Gabbeh Rug with Zoomorphic Design
Located in Dallas, TX
61055 Vintage Persian Qashqai Gabbeh Rug with Zoomorphic Design 03'03 x 09'03. Reminiscences of an
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Rust Ziegler Sultanabad Rug, circa 1880 8'5x11'10
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian rust Ziegler Sultanabad rug, circa 1880 8'5x11'10. The Ziegler Company from
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Antique 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Tribal Rug in Taupe with Gold Animal Pictorial by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 3x5 Persian rug is a rare mid-century tribal piece, hand-knotted in wool circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Reversible Farahan Red and Beige Silk Persian Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Persia between 1880-1890, this antique farahan Persian silk rug hosts a variety of
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Reversible Farahan Golden-Beige Wool, Silk Persian Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Persia between 1880-1890, this hand knotted antique farahan wool Persian rug hosts
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Blue Animal Pictorial Antique Persian Tabriz Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century room size Persian Tabriz Formal rug. A sky blue field , ivory border with
Category
20th Century Persian American Classical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug with Cartouche Border
Located in Dallas, TX
53653 Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug with Cartouche Border 09'04 x 11'06. Full of
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Gabbeh Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Gabbeh tribal accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a pictorial
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Oversize Animal Pictorial Tabriz Rug 13'3 x 20'5
Located in New York, NY
ntique Persian Pictorial Tabriz rug, 13'3 x 20'5. The tradition of animals in a dense forest as a
Category
Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Jamshidi Silk Qum Rug, Timeless Allure Meets Islamic Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
78717 Vintage Persian Jamshidi Silk Qum Rug, 02'08 x 04'00. The Jamshidi Silk Qum rug is an
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Distressed Persian Handmade Tribal Rug in Deep Red, Orange, and Ivory
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Gabbeh tribal rug handmade by the nomadic Qashqai tribe in South Persian during
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Stunning Antique Persian Farahan Gallery Rug, Light Brown Field, Ivory Borders
Located in New York, NY
in various blue tones, on the abrashed brown field. Four iconic Persian lion and sun motives and
Category
Vintage 1920s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Gallery Rug with Hunting Scene and Medieval Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76286, vintage Persian Tabriz gallery rug with hunting scene and medieval style. This hand-knotted
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Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tribal Mid-20th Century Persian Qashqai Pictorial Flat-Weave Kilim Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian flat-weave Kilim accent rug handmade by the Qashqai tribes of Persia during the
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique-Worn Persian Sultanabad Hunting Rug, Laid-Back Luxury Meets Rustic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74840 distressed antique Persian Sultanabad Rug with Hunting Scene and Arts & Crafts Style. The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Runner in Red with Animal Pictorials by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 3x7 Gabbeh Persian runner is from the latest entries in Rug & Kilim’s rare tribal
Category
Vintage 1950s Turkish Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Gabbeh Red Blue Pictorial Wool Northwest Persian Runner by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade with hand knotted wool originating circa 1910-1920, this collectible Gabbeh wool rug is an
Category
Vintage 1910s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Modern Persian Souf Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A Modern Souf Persian carpet dpeicting a lion on a neutral field
3'11'' x 5'5''
Souf rugs are
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Unique Persian Khorassan Gallery Carpet, Colorful
Located in New York, NY
This antique northeast Persian carpet features a rose, gently lobed oval medallion with palmette
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Khorassan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Runner with Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
61092 Vintage Persian Shiraz Tribal rug runner with Zoomorphic Design 02'10 x 09'07. ?Reminiscences
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, circa 1900s, Soft Palette
Located in New York, NY
The buff-tan field shows numerous running animals including gazelles, lions and foxes, and the
Category
Antique Early 1900s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Malayer Sarouk Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
This exceptionally pleasing Persian rug melds elegance with happiness using the classic arrangement
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Karabagh with King of the Jungle Floral Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable
Category
20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Gorgeous Vintage Soumak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous vintage Persian Soumak rug with mural animals including chickens, camels, lions, goats
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Red and Blue All-Over Persian Bidjar Carpet, 4.05x6.10
Located in Norwalk, CT
Late 19th century (1880s) hand-knotted Bidjar with a flower-and-lion interlocking design on a blue
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century W. Persian Senneh Carpet ( 4'8'' x 6'6'' - 142 x 198 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century W. Persian Senneh Carpet with Lions & Camels
( 4'8'' x 6'6'' - 142 x 198 )
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Unbelievable Early 20th Century Sultanabad Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unbelievable early 20th century Persian Sultanabad rug with a fantastic tribal pattern with a
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Vintage 1920s Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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Persian Lion Rug For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Persian lion rug for your home. Each Persian lion rug for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric and wool. There are 24 variations of the antique or vintage Persian lion rug you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a Persian lion rug — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Persian lion rug, designed in the Folk Art or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made Persian lion rug has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Bahram Shabahang and Qashqai Nomadic Tribe are consistently popular.
How Much is a Persian Lion Rug?
A Persian lion rug can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,375, while the lowest priced sells for $354 and the highest can go for as much as $22,220.
Finding the Right persian-rugs for You
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. 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 (modern-day Persia) 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.
Although they have many imitators, real Persian rugs are made only in Iran and are easily recognized by their vibrant colors and elegant patterns.
Traditional, or antique, Persian rugs are what most people identify as “authentic.” Hand-made, they are very durable and, if properly cared for, can be passed down from generation to generation. Modern Persians, on the other hand, are often machine-made. Today’s carpets, Iranian or otherwise, can’t possibly match the level of craftsmanship that prevailed centuries ago, so historical Persian carpets will always be admired and highly valued.
Although the machine-aided production process is much faster and cheaper, the resulting rugs typically do not have the same quality or lifespan as handwoven ones, so traditional options are considered better investments.
To distinguish between the two, look for imperfections. Because traditional Persian rugs are handwoven, you will likely see small flaws on the front and back. With a machine-made imitation, on the other hand, you will probably not find stitching glitches, and the back will have a mesh or plastic covering.
Antique rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool, silk or cotton — never synthetic fibers. The fibers used in antique rugs are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. 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, Persian rugs can take months or years to complete.
The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns.
When shopping for vintage Persian rugs, you'll want to consider color, size and more — for a history of these rugs and tips on how to style yours, visit our guide to these woven creations today.
Find Tabriz rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs from the world's best furniture dealers on 1stDibs.
Questions About Persian Lion Rug
- What is a Mashad Persian rug?1 Answer
NazmiyalMarch 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.
- What is a Persian Heriz rug?1 AnswerNazmiyalMarch 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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