Traditional Antique Circa-1920 Brown Floral Wool Malayer Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vintage, circa 1920, Malayer runner has a buff-brown field scattered with a variety of
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Wool
Traditional Antique Circa-1920 Brown Floral Wool Malayer Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vintage, circa 1920, Malayer runner has a buff-brown field scattered with a variety of
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug – Circa 1920s – Hand-Knotted 4.2' x 7.2' -1C1252
Located in Bordeaux, FR
20th century (circa 1920). Malayer rugs are celebrated by collectors for their individuality and
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Circa 1920
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Handwoven in one of the major rug making centers in Iran, Malayer. This carpet is an exceptional
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Vagireh Sampler Rug, circa 1920
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Highly collectible Persian Malayer sampler rug,this cute piece is testimonial to the process of how
Wool
Persian Malayer with a Royal Blue Field c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
A punchy Persian Malayer circa 1920. A high quality wool and beautiful, true blue option. This low
Wool
Malayer Rug in Blue Red Design 1920
Located in New York, NY
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Wool
1920's Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76510 Antique Persian Malayer Rug, 06'10 x 13'00. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Malayer
Wool
1920's Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
61087 Antique Persian Malayer Rug, 04'00 x 07'01. Steeped in tribal tradition and time-honored
Wool
1920's Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60984 Distressed Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 03'06 x 10'02. Woven with poetic restraint and
Wool
Antique Circa 1920 Red Persian Malayer Hand Knotted Runner
Located in New York, NY
3'2 X 19'11. Rugs from Malayer, east of Hamadan, could be considered top quality Hamadan’s and they
Wool, Cotton
1920's Persian Malayer Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77280 Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 03'04 x 11'01. This antique Persian Malayer rug runner
Wool
Malayer with Deep Coral, Khaki and Orange Accents c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
An antique Kurdish Malayer low pile wool rug with deep fiery coral field, khaki and orange accents
Wool
Antique Hand-Woven Persian Malayer Runner, Wool, Taupe 1920 5'3x12'2
Located in New York, NY
5'3 X 12'2. Malayer, located just east of Hamadan in northwest Iran, has long been a center for
Wool
1920's Distressed Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60981 Distressed Antique Persian Malayer Gallery Rug, 05'01 x 10'03. A mesmerizing interplay of
Wool
Vintage Handwoven Malayer Runner Rug 3'3x12'10, Wool, Floral Design, 1920
Located in New York, NY
3'3 x 12'10. A soft and delightful looking vintage 1920s runner handwoven in Malayer Persia. The
Wool
Malayer with an Antique Wash in Blue and Green c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
A high quality antique Persian Malayer with an antique wash in blue and green. A hand-woven low
Wool, Cotton
Antique Hand-Knotted Persian Malayer Rug, Wool, 3'4 x 4'9, 1920
Located in New York, NY
3'4 x 4'9. Malayer, located just east of Hamadan in northwest Iran, has long been a center for
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Wool Rug 3'8''x6'1'' Circa 1880-1920
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This antique rug is a striking example of traditional tribal artistry, hand-knotted in wool with an intricate geometric medallion pattern. The design features a bold central diamond ...
Wool
Antique Circa 1920 Beige Persian Malayer Hand Knotted Rug 4' X 6'2
Located in New York, NY
Antique Circa 1920 Beige Persian Malayer Hand Knotted Rug 4' X 6'2. Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Wool, Cotton
Antique Circa 1920 Light Gray Malayer Hand Knotted Runner 3'5 X 12'7
Located in New York, NY
Antique Circa 1920 Light Gray Malayer Hand Knotted Runner 3'5 X 12'7. Rugs from Malayer, east of
Wool, Cotton
Antique Circa 1920 Blue Persian Malayer Hand Knotted Runner 3'2 X 15'1
Located in New York, NY
Antique Circa 1920 Blue Persian Malayer Hand Knotted Runner 3'2 X 15'1. Rugs from Malayer, east of
Wool, Cotton
1920's Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
61345 Distressed Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 02'06 x 09'09. Evoking a sense of rustic
Wool
Antique Tribal Malayer Runner
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Gorgeous Antique Tribal Malayer Runner Truly Beautiful & Sophisticated yet Soulful Antique Runner
Wool
1920's Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60992 Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 03'00 x 12'02. Woven with the soul of a poet and the
Wool
Antique Malayer Red and Navy Geometric Wool Rug 5'9''x15'10'' Circa 1920
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
: Premium Wool Origin: Made in Iran Design: Malayer, Traditional Persian geometric and floral motifs Primary
Wool
Antique Circa 1920 Navy/Brown Persian Malayer Hand Woven Wool Rug 4'1 x 6'5
Located in New York, NY
4'1 x 6'5. Malayer rugs comes from west Persia near Hamadan woven in a range of medallion and all
Wool
$3,910
Vintage Malayer Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
this hand knotted Persian Malayer carpet made in Persia circa 1920's vintage. Size measures 5'5" x 9'9".
Wool, Cotton
1920’s Ivory Persian Malayer Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
73321 Antique Persian Malayer Rug 03'04 x 06'05. This hand knotted wool antique Persian Malayer rug
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Blue, Ivory and Coral Wool Rug 3'2''x6'4'' Circa 1920
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This exquisite antique Malayer rug showcases the refined artistry of rich weavers. Hand-knotted in
Wool
Malayer with Deep Navy Field, and Rose, Pink, and Ivory All Over Design c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
An antique Malayer low pile wool rug with a deep navy field, and all over design with rose pink and
Wool
Malayer with Deep Navy Field and Coral, Tomato Red, Khaki and Olive Green c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
Fine quality Malayer with a deep navy field and accents of coral, tomato red, khaki and olive green
Wool
$2,190
Antique Fine Malayer Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
Malayer rug made in Persia circa 1920's vintage. Size measures 4'3" x 6'10".
Wool, Cotton
Antique Fine Malayer Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
knotted Persian Malayer carpet made in Persia circa 1920's vintage. Size measures 5'6" x 6'5".
Wool, Cotton
$2,270
Antique Fine Malayer Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
Malayer rug made in Persia circa 1920's vintage. Size measures 4'5" x 6'2".
Wool, Cotton
$2,110
Antique Fine Malayer Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Malayer rug made in Persia circa 1920's
Wool, Cotton
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer rug from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
$10,750
Vintage Malayer Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
hand knotted Persian Malayer carpet made in Persia circa 1920's vintage. Size measures 6'10" x 12'11".
Wool, Cotton
Oriental Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
The buff field of this well-woven west Persian urban scatter displays two columns each of five ivory poled medallions with floral wreath interior decor. The field reserves have a car...
Wool
$12,800
Antique Persian Malayer
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A majestic masterpiece from the Persian Malayer rug features a captivating design. The astonishing
Wool
Early 20th Century Malayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Malayar rug with a beautiful central diamond medallion with a an all-over floral pattern. The medallion is surrounded by field of all-over trell...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century with a pictorial
Wool
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Distressed Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
A weathered and distressed antique Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century
Cotton, Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner, Camel Color
Located in Evanston, IL
A pleasant Botheh design with an ivory color border. The tribal weavers in Malayer were often
Wool
Antique Tea Washed Malayer Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
cleaned ready for in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Malayer rug
Wool, Cotton
Fine Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
This earth-toned west Persian scatter shows a light tan field with a two way design of stylized flowering stems ending in rough palmette finials. The mid-brown corners show small flo...
Wool
Early 20th Century Malayer Bag Face Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful and expertly crafted early 20th century Persian Malayer bag face rug with two large
Wool
$55,000
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
This antique Persian Malayer rug is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I through extensive travel
Wool
873 - Very Beautiful Antique Kurdish Malayer Rug
Located in Paris, FR
873 - Beautiful old Malayer hallway rug with beautiful tribal and geometric design and lovely
Wool
$230,000
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
This antique Malayer rug is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I through extensive travel, passion
Wool
Early 20th Century Vintage Persian Malayer Runner Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Antique Persian Malayer runner rug with a rust/brown field and all over design with blue
Wool
Antique Malayer Runner Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Malayer runner (circa 1920) exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of northwest Iran's weaving traditions
Wool
Rugs On Net Gray Antique Paisley Geometric Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Carpet ( 4' x 6'4" - 122 x 193 ) Antique Malayer Persian
Wool
Vintage Distressed Malayer Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Malayer rug runner made in Persia circa
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Persian Malayer rug from the first quart of the 20th century.
Wool
Vintage Fine Distressed Malayer Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
cleaned ready for in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Malayer rug
Wool, Cotton
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.
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