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What is the difference between an Oriental rug and a Persian rug?
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Both 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Shop for Rare Antique Persian Rugs on 1stDibs
1930s Persian Sarouk rug excellent condition 9.1x14.4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of refined elegance to your space with this antique Persian Sarouk rug, a rare Persian
Category
Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Brown and Earthy Tones Rare Wool Rug 13'x19'8''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This antique hand-knotted wool rug is a majestic example of traditional Mohtasham-style artistry
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rare Antique Northwest Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite 19th century square size Northwest Persian rug. This piece had been in a private
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Antique 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli Rug, Rare
Located in Evanston, IL
increasingly rare, especially those in good condition.
Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli rugs are treasured for
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rare Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and gorgeous early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with an unusual pattern containing two
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$13,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Antique Persian Senneh Rug, Bright Colors
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare finely woven Kurdish town rug copying a contemporaneous Mohtasham Kashan, with
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
