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Kirman Persian Rugs

KIRMAN STYLE

Antique and vintage Kirman rugs and carpets are named for the southern Iranian city that has been a renowned major center of high-quality carpet production since the 16th century. These furnishings are considered works of art and are celebrated for their fine craftsmanship, sumptuous colors and durability.

This type of Persian carpet is sometimes spelled Kerman, like its place of origin, the capital of the Western Asian country’s Kerman Province. Iran encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity.

The different types of Persian carpets are named for the towns, villages and regions where they’re made. Kirman rugs, carpets, wall hangings and other textiles have long been popular with international audiences, including in the early 20th century when they were marketed as Kermanshah carpets. Compared to other Persian rugs, Kirman examples are known for being vividly colored with natural dyes and characterized by a diverse variety of patterns, ranging from arabesques embedded with floral touches and details like deer and lions to overlapping cartouches in a broad palette of rich hues.

Others feature an ornate central medallion, vase shapes, rows of shrubs or a flourishing tree of life created through an asymmetrical knotting technique so that the wool pile on cotton is “double warped.” Some of the more elaborate carpets commissioned from the Kirman workshops in the 18th and 19th centuries included large-scale naturalistic scenes based on European paintings or Gobelin tapestries.

The major workshops of Kerman informed weaving in nearby rural areas such as those created by the Afshar tribe. The international popularity of Kirman carpets, meanwhile, inspired designers across the globe, such as William Morris in England. A leading designer of the Arts and Crafts movement, Morris revived historical techniques such as printed fabrics in the furnishings he created. He owned Kirman carpets and used them as a source for his work.

Both vintage and contemporary rugs influenced by Kirman designs remain in demand for their lavish palette and distinctive patterns. In 2013, a 17th-century Kirman carpet was sold at a Sotheby’s auction for an astounding $33.8 million.

Find a range of antique Kirman rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Kirman
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. Although small in size this vintage Kerman rug incorporates a tremendous amount of detail in the composition with the floral elements repeated...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red / Navy Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red / Navy Rug. Size: 10'-0" x 13'-3"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kerman Lavar Pink and Beige Wool Persian Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in one of the most widely respected rug capitals of Persia in 1900, this antique Kerman Lavar piece utilizes a combination of lotus palmette motifs with jubilant, forgiv...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Large Palace Size Lavar Kerman Rug
Located in Milford, NH
A fine large palace size Persian Lavar Kerman hand knotted rug with central diamond medallion and oval surround on a cream field with muted green,blue, and red foliate and scrolled b...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug with Neoclassical Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77578, vintage Persian Kerman rug with Neoclassical style. With a timeless design and neoclassic style, this vintage Persian Kerman accent rug astoun...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Kirman Hand Knotted Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kirman hand knotted wool carpet Size: 8'10" × 11'10" (269 × 360 cm) The oriental carpet of today needs the historical and cultural maturation of a century to match th...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Cream / Wine Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Cream / Wine Rug. Size: 6' X 10'-1"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kirman Botanic Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kirman Botanic handmade wool rug Size: 12'5" x 18'7" (378 x 566 cm) While Persian rugs are generally considered the finest in the world, Kerman rugs (also known as Ki...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Large Vintage Mashhad Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid-20th century rug with a floral design and a central medallion and a red field, blue, yellow, green and pink colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton fou...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Navy Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Navy Rug. Size: 10' X 14'
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Multi Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Multi Rug. Size: 9'-5" X 11'-10"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Botanic Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Botanic Persian Kirman handmade wool carpet Size: 12'4" × 17'7" (375 × 535 cm) An early 20th century Persian Kirman (Kerman) antique rug, the camel field with a bold all-over...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 14 ft 2 in x 19 ft 8 in
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine And Intricate Floral Large Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rugs, Circa Date: 1900. Si...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Multi Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Multi Rug. Size: 6'-9" X 10'-6"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s very Beautiful Antique Yazd Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice antique rug with a Botteh design and nice natural colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craf...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Oversized Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 16' x 22'6"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and finely woven large oversized antique Persian Kerman rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian rugs, date: circa 1890's. Size: 16 ft x 22 ft 6 in (4.88 m x 6.86 m).
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1940S Persian Sarouk Scatter Rug, Ivory Field and Red Accents
Located in New York, NY
This Kerman-style, post - WWII Persian small scatter features an ivory field with a small floriate open lozenge medallion, four floating floral sprays, and a broad, encroaching flowe...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug with French Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77655 Vintage Persian Kerman rug with French Victorian style. Sophisticated and refined with a French Victorian style, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Kerman rug charms with e...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red Rug. Size: 10'2"x12'11"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kirman Botanic Hand-Knotted Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kirman Botanic hand-knotted wool rug Size: 9'3" × 12'6" (281 × 381 cm) Persian rugs and carpets are recognizable for their complexity in design and durability. They a...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Green / Ivory Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Green / Ivory Rug.Size: 6'x8'7"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Oversized Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
76837 Oversized Antique Persian Kerman Rug,11'03 x 23'06. Kerman rugs originate from the city of Kerman, which is located in south-central Iran. Kerman is renowned as one of the major weaving centers in Iran, historically producing some of the finest Persian carpets. The city and its surrounding region have a long and storied tradition of carpet weaving, dating back centuries. Kerman rugs are celebrated for their exquisite craftsmanship, intricate designs, and vibrant color palettes, making them highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. Radiating an aura of timeless elegance and adorned with rich jewel tones, this hand knotted wool oversized antique Persian Kerman rug stands as a testament to centuries of Persian weaving tradition. Rooted in history, Kerman has been synonymous with excellence in rug craftsmanship since the seventeenth century, producing masterpieces that transcend time. Intricately woven into the fabric of this majestic Kerman rug is a captivating four seasons garden panel design, reminiscent of the lush landscapes that have inspired Persian artisans for generations. Each panel is a symphony of classical composition, meticulously crafted to showcase the splendor of Persian flora and fauna. Within elegantly cusped lozenges, a cornucopia of Persian flowers, blossoms, and vines bloom with vitality, evoking the beauty of nature in its most resplendent form. This oversized Kirman rug, with its magnificent panel compartment garden design, captures the essence of timeless Persian rug trends, blending tradition with sophistication in every thread. As you behold this masterpiece, you are transported through time, tracing the footsteps of artisans who painstakingly crafted each knot, weaving tales of tradition and artistry into its very fabric. With its unparalleled beauty and enduring charm, this antique Persian Kerman rug is not just a piece of decor but a living testament to the rich heritage of Persian rug weaving, promising to grace your home with timeless style for generations to come. Rendered in variegated shades of burgundy, wine, ink blue, navy blue, royal blue, maroon, sand, tan, ecru, almond, taupe, and beige with other accent colors. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Persia (Iran). Measures: 11’03 x 23’06. Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 11 x 24 Rug...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug. Size: 11'x11'
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Wonderful Very Fine Hand Knotted Isfahan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very fine rug with beautiful floral and central medallion design, beautiful colors with orange, blue and green, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on silk foundation. ...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Silk, Wool

Fine Antique Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
A classic covered ground period SW Persian city weaving, the field is tessellated into hexagonal panels by a leaf lattice, and each section contains a stylized flower,all in tones of...
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Semi Antique Persian Ivory
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Semi Antique Ivory Rug.Size 2' X 4'
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug Carpet, circa 1920, 9'7 x 12'7
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug Carpet, circa 1920, 9'7 x 12'7. The detail in this exquisite Persian 1920s Kirman rug is a testament to the work of a true master weaver. The border blends...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Carpet ( 9'10" x 17'8" - 300 x 538 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Carpet ( 9'10" x 17'8" - 300 x 538 )
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Traditional Persian Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Persian Kirman rug Size: 11'0" × 15'10" (335 × 482 cm) Hand knotted wool rug in excellent condition and original coloration. A rare and stunning antique Persian ca...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Blue Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Blue Rug. Size: 7'-11" X 10'-3"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug. Size 9'-11" X 12'-9"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 13 ft 6 in x 24 ft 2 in
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Oversized Floral Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rugs, Circa Date: 1900. Size: 13 ft 6 in x 24 ft 2 in (4.11 m x 7.37 m)
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Area Rug. 10 ft 10 in x 14 ft 4 in
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Antique Persian Kerman Area Rug, country of origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1880. Size: 10 ft 10 in x 14 ft 4 in (3.3 m x 4.37 m)  
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Rustic French Country Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60828 Distressed Antique Persian Kerman rug with Rustic French Country style. With its timeless floral design and rustic sensibility, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persia...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 4 ft x 6 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique shabby chic Persian Kerman rug, country of origin: Persia, date: circa late 19th century. Size: 4 ft x 6 ft 7 in (1.22 m x 2.01 m).
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Persian Kerman carpet ( 11' 8" x 21'8" - 355 x 660 ).
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Oversized Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Baroque Meets Bridgerton Regencycore
Located in Dallas, TX
71953 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 11'05 x 18'07. Luxe Baroque meets Bridgerton Regencycore ​in this antique Persian Kerman rug. The intricate floral design and soft pastel colors wov...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Area Rug. 17 ft 3 in x 21 ft
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Oversized Antique Persian Kerman Area Rug, country of origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1880. Size: 17 ft 3 in x 21 ft (5.25 m x 6.40 m)  
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Large Light Blue Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 12 ft 10 in x 19 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful blue color antique Persian Kerman carpet, country of origin: Persia, date circa 1900. Size: 12 ft 10 in x 19 ft 7 in (3.91 m x 5.97 m).
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Majestic Large Fine Kirman Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful and luxurious antique large rug with nice floral and decorative design and beautiful natural colors, entirely and very finely hand knotted ...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Blue Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Blue Rug. Size: 9'-9" X 13'-6"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Long Antique Kerman Handmade Botanical Oversize Beige and Blue Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Oversize Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This Kerman rug has a blue frame and accent that features an all-over botanical pattern design. This ru...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug. Size: 8'1"x10'9"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Nain Rug with New England Cape Cod Federal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77576, vintage Persian Nain rug with New England Cape Cod Federal style. With a timeless design and defining colors, evoke the charming New England Cape Cod style with this hand knot...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Early 20th Century Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a long ovoid central floral medallion woven in light indigo plink and cream, against a solid champagne, and surrounded by a wide...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red Rug. Size: 9'-11" X 12'-10"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Authentic 1900s Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic 1900s Persian Kirman handmade wool carpet Size: 10'1" × 14'7" (307 × 444 cm) An early 20th century Persian kirman (Kerman) antique carpet, the camel field with a dense over...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique-Worn Persian Lavar Kerman Rug, Victorian Charm Meets Rustic Sensibility
Located in Dallas, TX
77622 distressed antique Persian Lavar Kerman rug with Rustic English Country style. Full of tiny details and a boteh paisley design combined with time-softened colors, this hand-kno...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Little Square Kerman Vintage Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful rug in square shape with a floral design and a central medallion and blue field with yellow, brown and pink, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Vintage Kirman Persian Wool Rug 1960s, Red Medallion, Hand Knotted
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Vintage Kirman Persian Wool Rug 1960s, Red Medallion, Hand Knotted Measures: 8 feet x 10 feet. Gorgeous vibrant red center medallion surrounded by lush, intricate field of bei...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Fancy Light Blue Antique Persian Kerman Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A room size handmade Persian Kerman rug with sand and brown accents on a light blue field circa 1920. Measures: 8'9" x 11'7".
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Hunting Scene Kerman Rug. Size: 14' 8" x 22' 8"
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Large Oversized Antique Persian Hunting Scene Kerman Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rug, Circa Date: 1880. Size: 14 ft 8 ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kirman Handwoven Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Kirman handwoven wool rug Size: 4'2" × 11'2" (127 × 340 cm) Famous for their beautiful designs, Kirman rugs are considered to be one of the most sought-after typ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Rustic Renaissance Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60837, distressed antique Persian Kerman rug with Rustic Renaissance style. Cleverly composed and distinctively well-balanced, this hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Kerma...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kerman Lavar Red and Brown Persian Floral Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
This antique Kerman Lavar Persian floral rug has a unique orientation in its field. From 1880-1900, the graph of the all-over floral field was drawn off-...
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1880s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Mahal Rug with Rustic Romantic Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77598 vintage Persian Mahal rug with rustic Romantic Traditional style. Traditional style and rustic sensibility with romantic connotations, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Ma...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Traditional Lavar Kerman Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Lavar Kerman traditional rug. Accents in wine, blue, green and brown Measures: 4'1" x 6'7" The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia conti...
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Oversize Persian Gold Floral Kirman Lavar Rug, circa 1880s-1900s
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite antique oversize Persian gold floral Kirman Lavar rug circa 1880s-1900s measuring 17 x 23 ft in pristine cond...
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1880s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Kirman persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Kirman persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage persian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kirman persian rugs made in a specific country, there are Asia, West Asia, and Iran pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original persian rugs, popular names associated with this style include Karastan, Modenese Gastone, and Djoharian Design. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for persian rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $3,200,000 while the average work can sell for $12,385.

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