Afshar rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar rug
Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Afshar Rug
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Afshar rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar rug
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Afshar rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Attractive Afshar rug from south east Persia (Iran) with unusual kilim ends Age: circa 1880
Wool, Cotton
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 3'11'' x 4'5''.
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 4'3'' x 5'5''.
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 3'10'' x 4'8''.
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug measures 4'1'' x 6'3''.
Wool, Cotton
Afshar rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Afshar rug from south east Persia (Iran) Age: circa 1890 Size: 5′.11″x5′.0″ (180×152 cm) This
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Afshar rug 5'4'' x 9'7''.
Wool
1900s Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
1900s Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Tribal handmade Rug
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Afshar rug, size: 4'0" x 6'0".
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Afshar rug. Size: 4'6" x 6'2".
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Afshar rug. Size: 5'2" x 8'0".
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Afshar Rug, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'8" W x 6'2" L Origin: Persia Period: c
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Afshar Rug, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar Rug, 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'5" W x 5'5" L Origin: Persia Period
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 1.7'' x 2'2''. The rich navy open field floats a stepped red hexagonal medallion
Wool, Cotton
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug 1'7'' x 2'2''. The rich navy open field floats a stepped red hexagonal medallion
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Persian Afshar rug with amazing all-over paisley pattern on a crimson background
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 2'2'' x 2'2''. Saddlebags are always made in pairs and this attractive, boldly
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Afshar rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Afshar rug from south east Persia (Iran) Age: circa 1890 Measurements: 6′.0"x4′.4" (183×132 cm
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A late 19th century Persian Afshar rug with a beautifully woven multicolored central field with a
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug. Measures: 3.11'' x 4.10''. Rows of small reversing botehs fill the navy
Wool
Afshar rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Afshar rug from south east Persia (Iran) Age: circa 1890 Dimensions: 5′.11"x4′.6" (180×137 cm
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Afshar rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Afshar rug from south east Persia (Iran) Age: circa 1895 Size: 5′.4"x4′.2" (163×127 cm) This
Wool, Cotton
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
One of our many collectible SE Persian tribal Afshar rugs, this example features a cerulean blue
Wool, Cotton
Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 7'5" L x 4'10" W Condition
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug 3'5'' x 3'6''. This SE Persian (Kirman Province) scatter show an off white field
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
cleaned ready for in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Afshar rug
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Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 5'3" L x 3'11" W Origin: Persia
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Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'9" L x 4'0" W Condition
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Antique Afshar Rug 3'11'' x 5'0''
Located in New York, NY
Afshar Rug 3'11'' x 5'0''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Afshar Rug 3'6'' x 3'10''
Located in New York, NY
Afshar Rug 3'6'' x 3'10''.
Wool
Very Pretty Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 19th century Afshar rug with a beautiful geometrical design and nice natural colors
Wool
Very Beautiful Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice antique Afshar rug with beautiful geometrical and stylized floral design and beautiful natural
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug 4'3'' x 6'0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 4'3'' x 6'0".
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug 4'4'' x 6'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 4'4'' x 6'6''.
Wool
Early 20th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Afshar rug with an all-over pattern of flowers in vases on a natural
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
Afshar rug made in Persia circa 1910's vintage. Size measures 3'11" x 5'5".
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 4'11'' x 6'6''. The natural ecru field shows 11 rows of six fringed palmettes
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Afshar rug from the early 20th century. Vaguely insectoid unidirectional
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
60963 distressed antique Persian Afshar rug, 05'00 x 06'02. Rendered in variegated shades of camel
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Afshar Rug, South Persia, circa 1850
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An Afshar rug, South Persia, circa 1850 Measures approximately: 8ft. 10in. by 5ft. 2in. (2.69 by
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug 6'1'' x 7'11''.
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 6'1'' x 7'11''. Thirteen compact alternating position rows of botehs turn the
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Afshar Rug - Size: 5'5x4'1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Afshar rugs are a type of handmade carpet that originated in the Afshar tribe in the southwestern
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Afshar Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'6" W x 6'6" L Origin
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Antique Tribal Afshar Rug 4'11'' x 6'8''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Tribal Afshar Rug 4'11'' x 6'8''.
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
knotted Persian Afshar rug made in Persia circa 1880's vintage. Size measures 4' x 5'5".
Wool
Zabihi Collection Tribal Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th century Tribal Jazzy color Persian Afshar rug. Lively crispy colors. The quality on
Wool
Afshar Rug, 19th century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afshar Rug 17463, 19th century Exuding elegance, this finest of Afshar rugs is woven with
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug - 19th Century Afshar Rug, Antique Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
19th Century Afshar Rug This extraordinary carpet will fascinate you with its intricate designs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming and unique early 20th century Persian Afshar rug featuring a repeated stylized floral
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug 2' 0" x 2' 9"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tribal Afshar rug, size: 2'0" x 2'9".
Wool
Early 20th Century, Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning early 20th century Persian Afshar rug with three large diamond medallions floating
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
Afshar rug runner made in Persia circa 1910's vintage. Size measures 4'6" x 11'2".
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Late 19th Century Woven against a rustic camel ground, this Afshar rug
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug 1'11'' x 2'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 1'11'' x 2'2''. This attractive nomadic artefact shows a navy ground filled by a
Wool
Antique Afshar rug 1'7" x 2'2"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug 1'7" x 2'2". Antique Afshar Wool on Cotton 1'7" x 2'2". This tribal ruglet shows
Wool, Cotton
Antique Indian Afshar Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Indian Red Afshar Rug, Late 19th Century Collection of Mr. and Mrs. John Corwin
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Afshar rug, circa 1920.
Wool
Antique Turkic Afshar Rug, Iranian, Azerbaijan
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkic Afshar rug, Iranian, Azerbaijan. A low wool pile in Turkish knot tightly woven on an
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Shiraz
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug, Shiraz, Persia a low wool pile in Turkish knot tightly woven on an all wool
Wool
Red and Blue Afshar Rug, circa 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely antique Afshar carpet.
Wool
Antique Persian Tribal Afshar
Located in Aspen, CO
Afshar rug from all other examples. It is very finely woven and the pile is closely cropped, which
Wool
20th Century. Afshar Design Rug. circa 1930. 1.55 x 1.35 m
Located in MADRID, ES
20th Century, Afshar Rug, Flowers Design over Central Field, circa 1930 Afshar Design rug of
Wool
Antique Afshar Pillow
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
A pillow fashioned from an antique Afshar rug from south Persia. The condition is good, with no
Cotton, Wool
Antique Afshar Pillow, S. Persia, 19th Century
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
A pillow fashioned from an antique Afshar rug from south Persia, dating to the late 19th century
Wool
Antique East Anatolian, Turkey, Pillow, Colorful
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
A pillow fashioned from an antique Afshar rug from south Persia, dating to the late 19th century
Wool
Antique East Anatolian, Turkey, Pillow, Colorful
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
A pillow fashioned from an antique Afshar rug from south Persia, dating to the late 19th century
Linen, Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Runner Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
pile, good condition antique Persian Afshar runner with a neutral but unique color palette that allows
Wool, Cotton
Antique Afshar Bagface
Located in Concord, MA
Fantastic antique Afshar, South Persian Bagface. Very graphic and excellent condition Measure: 13
Wool
Late 19th Century Afshar
Located in Sydney, AU
Central lozenge filled with floral motifs, set against a field of diagonally-placed botehs, Southern Persia, circa 1890. Woollen warp and weft, woollen pile. Good condition; low pile...
Wool
Unavailable
W 52 in L 72 in
Antique Persian Afshar Tribal Rug Hand-knotted Wool Red, Blue, Green and Ivory
Located in Evanston, IL
This carpet was handwoven in Persia (Iran) by members of the semi-nomadic Afshar tribe inhabiting
Wool
Unavailable
W 61 in L 79 in
Antique Persian Afshar Hand-Knotted Floral Design Rug in Red and Blue Wool
Located in Evanston, IL
From Southwest Persia, the Afshar are a nomadic tribe known for their high quality materials and
Wool
Unavailable
W 34 in L 21 in
Antique Afshar Tribal Bag Face South Persia, 19th Century Mounted Conserved
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
A very boldly articulted design dominates the field of this extaordinary Afshar (Persian tribal
Wool
Antique Afshar Pillow
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
A pillow fashioned from an antique Afshar tribal rug (south Persia), dating to the late 19th
Cotton, Wool
Antique Classic Wool Design Rug. 1, 70 x 1, 25 m
Located in MADRID, ES
Classic wool rug with Afshar design of nomadic origin. - Ethnic rug made of wool at the end of the
Wool
Antique Afshar Pillow, Persia
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
A pillow fashioned from a colorful Afshar tribal rug. Measures: 25.2" x 25.2". Free shipping
Linen, Wool
Outstanding, antique, abstract double sided Baktiar Gabbeh
Located in Graz, Styria
Gashgai, Khamse, Afshar and Baktiar, this outstanding rug is not only rare because of its double sides but
Jiroft Afshar Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Persian Jiroft Afshar rug. Measures: 4'2" x 5'2".
Wool
Afshar Rug, circa 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Persian Afshar rug.
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Afshar rug.
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Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug. A great antique tribal rug with a very refined interpretation of a well-known
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Around the city of Kerman in the southeast of Iran reside the semi nomads from the Afshar tribe
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
60922 Antique Persian Afshar Rug, 05'02 x 06'06. Antique-washed Persian Afshar rugs, originating
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Antique Tribal Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Tribal Afshar rug, measures : 3'11'' x 5'3''. The cerulean blue field shows a well-balanced
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Powder Blue Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Persian Afshar rug in soft blues and terracotta
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Early 19th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Afshar rug with an elaborately woven multicolored diamond pattern
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19th Century Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Persian Afshar rug with asymmetrical central floral medallion on an indigo
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Handmade Antique Persian Afshar Rug, 1900s
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique distressed Persian Afshar rug made in bright shades with beautiful geometric design
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Early 20th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Afshar rug with an incredible large-scale central medallion
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Early 20th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable early 20th century Persian Afshar rug with three large diamond medallions each filled
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug 3' 9" x 5' 0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Afshar rug, size: 3'9" x 5'0".
Wool
Late 19th Century Red Paisley Afshar Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
saturated ochre ground of this Afshar rug. The 'boteh' forms are drawn freely, more as tracery, integrating
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug 1.88m x 1.47m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A lovely antique Afshar rug, handwoven circa 1900 with an all over geometrical design of linked
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug with Modern Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72612 Antique Persian Afshar Rug with Modern Tribal Style. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian
Wool
Fine Persian Antique Afshar Rug in Ivory Background & Multi Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fine Persian Antique Afshar Rug in Ivory Background & Multi Colors. Measures: 5'0 x 6'7 Antique
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Mid 19th Century Red and Blue Afshar Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Woven like a fine textile, this Classic Afshar rug draws rows of radiant 'boteh' paisleys against a
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Handmade Vintage Persian Style Afshar Rug 4.9' x 6.5', 1950s - 1D97
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a touch of elegance and history to your home with our Handmade Vintage Persian Style Afshar Rug
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Antique Red Navy Blue Ivory Tribal Persian Afshar Rug, circa 1900-1910
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely antique navy blue and ivory Persian Afshar rug hand knotted in Iran in the 1900s
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century The Afshar weaving tradition of south Persia offers
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
A gem of a tribal rug by Afshar weavers of Southern Iran. Well-known design, executed with great
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
A very handsome antique tribal rug by Afshar weavers of Southern Iran. Superb wool and weaving
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
For centuries, the Afshar nomads were the preeminent Persian tribal group, populating numerous
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Persian Afshar Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
This charming square-shaped rug was woven as a pile “sofreh” or eating cloth by an Afshar weaver
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug. Size: 6 ft x 11 ft (1.83 m x 3.35 m)
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar rug, Persia, 1920. Size: 6 ft x 11 ft (1.83 m x 3.35 m) This beautiful antique rug
Wool
19th Century Afshar Rug with Red and Green Foliage
Located in San Francisco, CA
With a remarkably fine weave executed in very soft wool, this small Afshar rug draws rows of
Wool
Late 19th Century Indigo and Red Afshar Rug with Rosettes
Located in San Francisco, CA
If color is the true measure for textile art, this Afshar rug is a masterpiece. An overall field
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug with Diamond Medallion Pattern in Earth Tones
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully subdued antique Afshar rug, measuring 4'2" x 5'3", featuring a traditional diamond
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Classic Persian Afshar
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Afshar carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Afshar carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique washed Persian Afshar carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
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Antique Pictorial Afshar rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
A charming and unique depiction of a nomad riding a camel. Look carefully and you will see that in addition to holding the reins, he is carrying a young lamb in one arm and a hooded ...
Wool
Fine Persian Antique Afshar Rug in Green, Browns, and Blue Tribal Carpet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'8 x 4'10 Fine Persian Antique Afshar Rug in Green, Browns, and Blue Tribal Carpet
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Antique Tribal Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Rugs of Afshar origin are celebrated in the art world for their unique blending of tribal and
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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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