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What is the difference between Persian and Turkish rugs?

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What is the difference between Persian and Turkish rugs?

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 ExpertAugust 15, 2019
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Large Heriz carpet, Western Persia early 20th century
Located in London, GB
A beautiful good proportioned West Persian Heriz handwoven carpet. Early 20th century. Fairly evenly worn retaining original colour. Some historical repairs.
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Early 20th Century Persian Edwardian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Bidjar Persian Tribal Kilim in Red, Gold and Blue Stripes by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 2x10 Persian Kilim is a new addition of Bidjar provenance in Rug & Kilim's rare tribal curations. Handwoven in wool circa 1950-1960. Further on the Design: Bidjar Kil...
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Vintage 1950s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
79287 Rare Late 19th Century Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug, 04'01 x 05'09. A Woven Legacy of Prestige and Purpose: 1880s Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug. Woven in the twilight of...
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Khamseh Wool Rug with Birds and Geometric Motifs Tribal Natural Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This striking antique Khamseh rug, handwoven in southern Iran during the late 19th to early 20th century, captures the spirit and vitality of Qashqai tribal artistry. Measuring 133 c...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rugs

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

3'7"x8'6" Blush Red Vintage Persian Shiraz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Blush Red, Vintage Persian Shiraz with Geometric Medallion Design, Distinct Abrash, Worn and Distressed, Shaved Down, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Clean, Hand Kn...
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Vintage 1960s Persian Bohemian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Worn Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
late 19th century worn textured Tribal Kurd Rug Details rug no. j3875 size 4' 3" x 7' 4" (130 x 224 cm)
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

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