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Garden Design Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet
Garden Design Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet

Garden Design Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Surpassing the usual standard of elegance, this spectacular antique Persian garden carpet is a superlative example of the famous chahar-bagh paradise garden, an architectural sanctua...

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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet. 4 ft 8 in x 6 ft
Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet. 4 ft 8 in x 6 ft

Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet. 4 ft 8 in x 6 ft

Located in New York, NY

Fine antique Persian Heriz silk rug, country of origin: Persia, date: circa 1880. Size: 4 ft 8 in x 6 ft (1.42 m x 1.83 m)

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Silk

Northwest Persian Tribal Antique Runner
Northwest Persian Tribal Antique Runner

Northwest Persian Tribal Antique Runner

Located in New York, NY

A high quality early 20th century northwest Persian runner. A brick field with open medallions in

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Amazing Antique Persian Serab Runner
Amazing Antique Persian Serab Runner

Amazing Antique Persian Serab Runner

Located in Evanston, IL

In the province of Azerbaijan in northwestern Iran, the village of Sarab served as the name source for antique Sarab rugs and it is located in northwest Iran in the province of Azerb...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Heriz Village Carpet
Antique Heriz Village Carpet

Antique Heriz Village Carpet

Located in Evanston, IL

The Primitive look and naive color of this rug are suggesting the weaving of village people. These villages and towns like Heriz are located in northwest Persia where the beautiful n...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Garden Design Persian Silk Heriz Rug
Antique Garden Design Persian Silk Heriz Rug

Antique Garden Design Persian Silk Heriz Rug

Located in New York, NY

Magnificent antique garden design Persian Silk Heriz rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian Rug, circa 1880. Garden Design -- The original garden design in carpets is a patter...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Antique Heriz Village Carpet
Antique Heriz Village Carpet

Antique Heriz Village Carpet

Located in Evanston, IL

The primitive look and naive color of this rug are suggesting the weaving of village people. These villages and towns like Heriz are located in northwest Persia where the the beautif...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

19th Century Serapi Rug
19th Century Serapi Rug

19th Century Serapi Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic late 19th century Persian Serapi rug with a grandiose pattern containing a large indigo

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Superb 19th Century Serapi Rug
Superb 19th Century Serapi Rug

Superb 19th Century Serapi Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A superb late 19th century Persian Serapi rug with an incredible large-scale medallion with

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Antique 1880s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Late 19th Century Serapi Rugs
Pair of Late 19th Century Serapi Rugs

Pair of Late 19th Century Serapi Rugs

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A nice pair of late 19th century, possibly early 20th century Serapi rugs. Not common to find a

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Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Persian Serapi Lumbar Pillow
Persian Serapi Lumbar Pillow

Persian Serapi Lumbar Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pllow from a 19th century Serapi Rug with zipper closure.

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20th Century Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Foam, Wool

Serapi Rug Pillow
Serapi Rug Pillow

Serapi Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th century serapi rug with chenille back. Zipper closure. Age wear.

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20th Century Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Chenille, Foam, Wool

Antique Oversize Persian Red Ivory Navy Serapi Rug, c. 1875-1880
Antique Oversize Persian Red Ivory Navy Serapi Rug, c. 1875-1880

Antique Oversize Persian Red Ivory Navy Serapi Rug, c. 1875-1880

Located in New York, NY

majority of 19th Century Serapi rugs are ennobled by a commanding, multi-lobed center medallion flanked by

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Antique 1870s Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Scatter Rug
19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Scatter Rug

19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Scatter Rug

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite Late 19th century Persian Serapi scatter size rug. Measures: 3'4'' x 4'4

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th Century Vintage Serapi Wool Rug
Late 19th Century Vintage Serapi Wool Rug

Late 19th Century Vintage Serapi Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful antique Serapi rug with a rust field and blue and beige accent with a medallion design in

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Early 20th Century Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late  19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, 11'04 x 13'05
Late  19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, 11'04 x 13'05

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, 11'04 x 13'05

Located in Dallas, TX

78902 Late 19th Century Distressed Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 11'04 x 13'05. Immerse yourself in

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Bolster Pillow
Antique Persian Serapi Bolster Pillow

Antique Persian Serapi Bolster Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a fine quality Persian Serapi rug.

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Antique 19th Century Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Elegant Antique Persian Serapi Rug
Elegant Antique Persian Serapi Rug

Elegant Antique Persian Serapi Rug

Located in Spring Valley, NY

An elegant antique Persian Serapi rug.

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Serapi
Antique Persian Serapi

Antique Persian Serapi

Located in Atlanta, GA

This remarkable antique Serapi displays a geometric central medallion of deep camel color

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Antique 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Serapi Pillow Cushion
Antique Serapi Pillow Cushion

Antique Serapi Pillow Cushion

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a late 19th century antique Persian serapi rug

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20th Century Asian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Foam, Wool

Persian Serapi Runner
Persian Serapi Runner

Persian Serapi Runner

Located in New York, NY

Rich colored antique Persian Serapi runner. Fine 19th century antique Serapi carpets include

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Early 20th Century Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Fine Serapi Runner
Fine Serapi Runner

Fine Serapi Runner

Located in Evanston, IL

The rug contains an interwoven design of shapes and medallions containing fauna and plants from the area that impressed the carpet creator. All the shapes and colors combine harmonio...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet

Located in Evanston, IL

19th century 10' x 13' unusual antique Serapi carpet of Persia. Very unusual colors. Woven in the

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Rug Border Pillow
Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Rug Border Pillow

Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Rug Border Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th century Persian Serapi rug backed with chenille fabric .

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20th Century Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Foam, Wool

Authentic Antique Heriz Serapi Runner
Authentic Antique Heriz Serapi Runner

Authentic Antique Heriz Serapi Runner

Located in New York, NY

This high quality Heriz district runner has a clear madder red field with a seven and one half geometric Gol Hennai pattern of layered octagons and four slanted serrated leaves. The ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890
Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890

Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890

Located in New York, NY

abstracted and simplified to its very essentials. Serapi carpets are a quality designation for Heriz pieces

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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890
Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890

Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890

Located in New York, NY

Antique Heriz Serapi rug, circa 1890. This antique Persian Heriz Serapi rug has a wonderful soft

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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Amazing Large Antique Serapi Carpet
Amazing Large Antique Serapi Carpet

Amazing Large Antique Serapi Carpet

Located in Evanston, IL

Fine 19th century antique Serapi carpet of Persia. Woven in the rugged mountains of Northwest

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Antique 1880s Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Serapi Antique Rug - 9'2" x 15'0"
Serapi Antique Rug - 9'2" x 15'0"

Serapi Antique Rug - 9'2" x 15'0"

Located in New York, NY

This breathtaking antique Serapi rug, measuring approximately 9 x 15 feet and woven circa 1900, is

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890
Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890

Antique Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1890

Located in Secaucus, NJ

A wonderful antique Heriz Serapi rug, circa 1890. The wonderful brick red field enclosing a central

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Persian Serapi Rug Pillow Backed in Chenile
Persian Serapi Rug Pillow Backed in Chenile

Persian Serapi Rug Pillow Backed in Chenile

Located in New York, NY

A pillow constructed from a early 20th century antique Persian serapi rug. Webacked them with old

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Chenille, Foam, Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Serapi Runner
Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Serapi Runner

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Serapi Runner

Located in New York, NY

A rare late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Geometric wide size Runner Size: 4'2” x 16'1''

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Rug with All-Over Design
Antique Persian Serapi Rug with All-Over Design

Antique Persian Serapi Rug with All-Over Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

This impressive turn-of-the-19th-century Persian Serapi rug displays a striking all-over geometric

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Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Rug with Ivory Background & Detailed Layered Medallion
Antique Persian Serapi Rug with Ivory Background & Detailed Layered Medallion

Antique Persian Serapi Rug with Ivory Background & Detailed Layered Medallion

Located in Atlanta, GA

magnificent antique Persian Serapi carpet from the late 19th century (circa 1890) bears an exquisite design

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust

Located in Port Washington, NY

the nineteenth century. "Serapi" may be a nickname given by American dealers for northwestern Persian

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Ivory Serapi Rug, circa 1900, 9'10 x 12'5
Antique Persian Ivory Serapi Rug, circa 1900, 9'10 x 12'5

Antique Persian Ivory Serapi Rug, circa 1900, 9'10 x 12'5

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian ivory Serapi rug, circa 1900. Serapi carpets are a quality designation for Heriz

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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th Century Kurdish Runner
19th Century Kurdish Runner

19th Century Kurdish Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

A late 19th century Kurdish runner with a wonderful multi-colored all-over floral pattern with

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Antique 1880s Asian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Size Rustic Antique Persian Serapi Rug. Size: 11 ft 2 in x 15 ft 5 in
Large Size Rustic Antique Persian Serapi Rug. Size: 11 ft 2 in x 15 ft 5 in

Large Size Rustic Antique Persian Serapi Rug. Size: 11 ft 2 in x 15 ft 5 in

Located in New York, NY

type: Antique Persian Rugs, circa date: Late 19th century. Size: 11 ft 2 in x 15 ft 5 in (3.4 m x 4.7 m

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Incredible 19th Century Heriz Rug
Incredible 19th Century Heriz Rug

Incredible 19th Century Heriz Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An incredible late 19th century Persian Heriz rug with a unique orange and indigo color palette

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Antique 1880s Asian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Exceptional 19th Century Bidjar Rug
Exceptional 19th Century Bidjar Rug

Exceptional 19th Century Bidjar Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An exceptional late 19th century Persian Bidjar rug with a fantastic central field composed with a

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Antique 1890s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug. Size: 10 ft 10 in x 20 ft 8 in
Oversized Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug. Size: 10 ft 10 in x 20 ft 8 in

Oversized Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug. Size: 10 ft 10 in x 20 ft 8 in

Located in New York, NY

, date circa late 19th century, size: 10 ft. 10 in x 20 ft. 8 in (3.3 m x 6.3 m) A grand medallion

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Lumbar Pillow from Persian Bakshaish Rug
Lumbar Pillow from Persian Bakshaish Rug

Lumbar Pillow from Persian Bakshaish Rug

Located in New York, NY

A pillow from an exquisite 19th century Bakshaish Rug.

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Antique 19th Century Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Foam, Wool

Animal Motif Antique Persian Bidjar Floor Size Rug Pillow
Animal Motif Antique Persian Bidjar Floor Size Rug Pillow

Animal Motif Antique Persian Bidjar Floor Size Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a late 19th century Persian Bidjar rug with a pictorial design. Measures: 16

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Antique 19th Century Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Foam

Persian Bakshaish Rug Pillow
Persian Bakshaish Rug Pillow

Persian Bakshaish Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Small pillow made from a 19th century antique Persian Bakshaish rug with back. Zipper closure and

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Antique 19th Century Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Antique Rugs Heriz Rug Persian Carpets Antique Rugs from Persia
Large Antique Rugs Heriz Rug Persian Carpets Antique Rugs from Persia

Large Antique Rugs Heriz Rug Persian Carpets Antique Rugs from Persia

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Beautiful large antique 19th century Persian Heriz rug with nice patterns and colors wool velvet on

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Heriz Runner
Antique Heriz Runner

Antique Heriz Runner

Located in Port Washington, NY

carpets. They were produced for the rapidly growing US market in the late 19th-early 20th centuries. In

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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Nice Distressed Antique Sarab Runner
Nice Distressed Antique Sarab Runner

Nice Distressed Antique Sarab Runner

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Beautiful late 19th century Sarab runner with decorative and stylized design and beautiful natural

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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Very Beautiful Antique Runner Heriz Style
Very Beautiful Antique Runner Heriz Style

Very Beautiful Antique Runner Heriz Style

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Beautiful late 19th century runner with geometrical design of Heriz and natural colors with red

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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Heriz Serapi Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Runner Rug, circa 1900
Antique Persian Heriz Runner Rug, circa 1900

Antique Persian Heriz Runner Rug, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Heriz Runner rug, circa 1900. A lovely light and airy feel to this runner that has all the attributes to look for in a runner that will add discreet charm and vibranc...

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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Turkish Serab Carpet
Antique Turkish Serab Carpet

Antique Turkish Serab Carpet

Located in Evanston, IL

Antique Turkish Serab carpet. Measure: 12' x 14'. Serab rugs are known mostly for their fine long rugs or runners and occasionally large room-sized rugs are also found with a charac...

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Antique Late 19th Century Turkish Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

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19th Century Serapi For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 19th century serapi you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, every 19th century serapi was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a 19th century serapi — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each 19th century serapi bearing Neoclassical or Folk Art hallmarks is very popular. A well-made 19th century serapi has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mehraban Rugs are consistently popular.

How Much is a 19th Century Serapi?

Prices for a 19th century serapi can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $199 and can go as high as $249,000, while the average can fetch as much as $28,500.

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.

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