19th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Persian Afshar rug with amazing all-over paisley pattern on a crimson background surrounded by multiple contrasting floral borders.
19th Century Antique Afshar Rug
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19th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Persian Afshar rug with amazing all-over paisley pattern on a crimson background surrounded by multiple contrasting floral borders.
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Antique Afshar Rug - Late of 19th Century Afshar Rug, Antique Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Late of 19th Century Afshar Rug This magnificent 19th century antique Afshar rug is a masterpiece woven with unique craftsmanship and rich history of its time.
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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, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
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Very Beautiful Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice antique Afshar rug with beautiful geometrical and stylized floral design and beautiful natural colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
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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 undyed wool background, surrounded by a complementary floral border.
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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.
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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 and vibrant colors that reflect the rich history and craftsmanship of the period.
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Antique Indian Afshar Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Indian Red Afshar Rug, Late 19th Century Collection of Mr. and Mrs.
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Antique Afshar Rug 1.70m x 1.42m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A fabulous antique Afshar rug, handwoven circa 1900 with an unusual all-over design of linked flowers and leaves on a mid blue field and great secondary colours.
Wool
$3,250
W 49.61 in L 57.49 in
Antique Afshar Rug - 19th Century Antique Afshar Rug, Antique Rug, Vintage Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
19th Century Antique Afshar Rug Size : 126×146 cm This wonderful carpet will fascinate you with its intricate designs and vibrant colors that reflect the rich history and craftsmans...
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Antique Afshar Rug 1.90m x 1.56m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A beautiful antique Afshar rug, handwoven circa 1900 with an all over geometrical design of shrubs and flowers on an ivory field and light indigo border.
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Antique Afshar Rug 1.85m x 1.48m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A fabulous antique Afshar rug, handwoven circa 1900. The rug features an all over repeating shield design on an unusual ivory field surrounded by a deep indigo border.
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Pretty antique distressed Afshar rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 19th century distressed Afshar rug with a nice geometrical and tribal design and nice natural colours with red, navy blue, green, orange and white, entirely hand knott...
Wool, Cotton
Nice antique distressed Afshar rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 19th century tribal Afshar rug with beautiful geometrical and stylized designs and nice natural colours with a dark blue background, with, blue, yellow, orange, red, g...
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Bobyrug’s Wonderful Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of a late 19th-century fine Afshar rug. Hand-knotted with meticulous craftsmanship, this masterpiece features a decorative design on a deep navy backgr...
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Bobyrug’s Antique Distressed Tribal Afshar Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Step into a world of timeless beauty with our very special offering – a stunning antique distressed Afshar rug that transcends mere décor, becoming a work of art in itself.
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Pretty small antique distressed Afshar rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful 19th century small Afshar rug with nice geometrical and tribal design and beautiful natural colours with blue , black, white, pink, yellow and brown, entirely hand knotted ...
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$2,528Sale Price|20% Off
W 64.18 in L 83.47 in
Handmade Antique Persian Style Afshar Rug 5.3' x 6.9', 1920s - 1D96
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Despite its age, this Afshar rug has stood the test of time, with some low pile that adds to its vintage charm without compromising its quality.
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Bobyrug’s Very Pretty Fine Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of a 19th-century Afshar rug, featuring a captivating Botteh design and enchanting natural colors.
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug – 1920s Hand‑Knotted Wool 3.8' x 4.6' - 1C1237
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A handmade antique Persian Afshar rug from the 1920s, woven in wool and showcasing the expressive tribal artistry of the Afshar weaving tradition.
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Fine Antique Afshar Rug with Lively Palette
Located in Milan, IT
A very finally knotted Afshar tribal rug, distinguished by an indigo blue background layered over a richly coloured reserve consisting of polychrome stripes.
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Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Afshar Rugs
Located in New York, NY
A set of PersianAfshar throw-size rugs from the early 20th Century. Measure: 2' x 2'3'' respectively.
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Exquisite Antique Afshar Rug with the European Flower Design
Located in Milan, IT
Rugs with this structural chraacteristics are attributed to the Afshar tribes located in the Sirjan area, and are sometimes labelled as Neiriz.
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Antique Persian Afshar Area Rug 4'7'' x 6'9''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug 4'7'' x 6'9''
Wool, Cotton
$5,250Sale Price|30% Off
W 60.24 in L 98.43 in
Large Ivory Afshar Rug with Diamond Motifs, Floral Accents and Multi-Borders
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
This large ivory-ground carpet presents a serene interplay of diamonds, blossoms, and fine linear ornamentation, creating a visual rhythm that feels both harmonious and architectural...
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$14,900
W 69 in L 142 in
Mid 19th Century Hand-Knotted Afshar Tribal Gallery Rug, Allover Paisley Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
This authentic mid 19th century Persian Afshar tribal gallery rug is a striking example of nomadic artistry from southern Persia.
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$9,000
W 63 in L 118 in
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug - c. 1920 Afshar
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Persian Afshar rug, woven in the 1930s, exemplifies the artistry and cultural heritage of the Afshar tribes of southeastern Iran.
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$3,150Sale Price|30% Off
W 63 in L 98.43 in
Antique Afshar Carpet with Dark Ground + Geometric Details and Repeating Motifs
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
This 19th-century Afshar rug reveals a world of refined structure and quiet depth.
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1850s Red Antique Large Cypress Tree Tribal Afshar Knotted Wool Gallery Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Afshar Rug, Size: 9' 3'' X 24' 9'' Antique Oversized Afshar Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1850s.
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C. 1920 Square Tribal Hand-knotted Wool Rug 5.2 x 6.3
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Name: Incredible Square Antique Village Tribal Afshar Rug Size: 5.2 x 6.3 Pile: Low with patina About: Oh so beautiful.
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C. 1920 Village Tribal Hand-knotted Wool Rug 5.2 x 6.3
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Name: Incredible Square Antique Village Tribal Afshar Rug Size: 5.2 x 6.3 Pile: Low with patina About: Oh so beautiful.
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C. 1920 Square Village Tribal Hand-woven Wool Rug 5.2 x 6.
Located in Milwaukee, WI
C. 1920 Square Village Tribal Hand-woven Wool Rug 5.2 x 6. Incredible Square Antique Village Tribal Afshar Rug Size: 5.2 x 6.3 Pile: Low with patina About: Oh so beautiful.
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Striking square Afshar Antique Rug, Elegant
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
Exceptional elegance in a genuine tribal rug. Unusually fine, tight weave and soft lamb's wool: wonderful feel.
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Antique Persian Afshar Tribal Rug Hand-Knotted Wool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand-Knotted Wool This vintage Persian Afshar tribal rug, handwoven in Iran, showcases a striking geometric medallion design with i...
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Antique Afshar Square Carpet
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
Superb Afshar antique collectible. 50%+ short term discount. This is an excellent quality Afshar tribal piece, 145 years old, handmade with all natural dyes. Its distinction is a ti...
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Fine Small Antique Afshar
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
Gorgeous investment collectible Tribal rug 19th century . This is an utterly charming handmade with all natural dyes Afshar carpet.
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Amazing 19th Century Afshar Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing late 19th century Persian Afshar runner with a central field containing and all-over multi-colored paisley pattern woven in crimson, green, pink, gold, and indigo colored ...
$1,170Sale Price|25% Off
W 49 in L 60 in
4'1"x5' Blue Antique Persian Afshar Clean Wool Hand Knotted Squarish Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Midnight Blue with Crimson Red, Antique Persian Afshar, Clean, Even Wear, Wool Weft, Intricate Repetitive Design, Multiple Borders, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental, Squarish Rug Pr...
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$3,093Sale Price|25% Off
W 52 in L 82 in
Blue Antique Persian Afshar All Over Boteh Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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Antique Afshar Runner, Late 19th Century, 3'5" × 12'2"
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Tribal Persian Afshar Runner, Late 19th Century, 3'5" × 12'2" Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'5" W × 12'2" L Origin: Persia Period: Late 19th Century Condition: Excell...
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Handmade Antique Afshar Style Salt Bag, 1920s, 1C953
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Afshar Salt bag in blue and white colors. The bag is from the beginning of 20th century in original condition, it has some low pile. -condition: original, some lo...
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$3,488Sale Price|60% Off
W 63.39 in L 80.32 in
Antique Afshar Carpet, Hand-Knotted Wool, Ivory Floral Design, 1920
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
This antique Afshar carpet presents a refined composition centred on an ivory field filled with small, delicately rendered floral motifs arranged in soft diagonal rhythms. The design...
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$3,428Sale Price|37% Off
W 48 in L 72 in
Striking Afshar Bidjar Antique, Collectible Investment Piece at Special Discount
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
They are referred to as Afshar Bidgars . This vivacious rug is most likely a rare example of the Afshar Bidjar community, based on its composition, unusual drawing, and its ou...
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Antique Indigo Blue Afshar with Polychrome Ascending Tree Pattern
Located in Milan, IT
A very fine and early Afshar tribal rug, distinguished by a highly elegant ascending pattern of polychrome cypress trees set against an indigo blue background.
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$1,638
W 20.87 in L 53.55 in
Handmade Antique Persian Afshar Collectible Saddle Bag 1.7' x 4.5' 1900s - 1D148
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This beautiful antique Persian saddlebag from the Afschar region is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and cultural heritage. Hand-knotted in 1900s, it features vibrant colors ...
Wool
$1,638
W 26.38 in L 54.34 in
Handmade Antique Persian Afshar Collectible Saddle Bag 2.2' x 4.5' 1900s - 1D147
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This stunning antique Persian saddlebag is a unique piece of craftsmanship from the Afschar tradition. Hand-knotted in the early 1900s, this versatile item is both functional and dec...
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$12,500
W 44 in L 184 in
Afshar Runner with Unusual Mix of Nomadic and Urban Design Motifs, circa 1900
Located in Dublin, NH
A very unusual combination of designs. Afshar weavers were originally nomadic but transitioned to cottage industry weavers in the late 19th century. You get a wonderful combination o...
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Early 20th Century S.E. Persian Afshar Runner Carpet ( 4' x 12' - 122 x 366 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century S.E. Persian Afshar Runner Carpet ( 4' x 12' - 122 x 366 )
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$5,400
W 39 in L 87 in
Decorative Light Blue Field With Rustic Tribal Design Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
The red main border has Persian roots in Afshar and Ferahan village rugs. The condition is excellent for this circa 1900 Oushak scatter rug.
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Early 20th Century Handmade Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
They are under-collected like the Persian Afshars. Their rugs are in scatter and long rug formats.
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Early 20th Century Handmade Turkish Oushak Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
They are under-collected like the Persian Afshars. Their rugs are in scatter and long rug formats.
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Early 20th Century Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Afshar rug, circa 1920.
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Antique Turkic Afshar Rug, Iranian, Azerbaijan
Located in New York, NY
Dinihanian, Palm Springs, CA Hang Tag: “D-10 4.0 x 5.7 Afshar Rug Iran”.
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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 base.
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Red and Blue Afshar Rug, circa 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely antique Afshar carpet.
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Antique Persian Tribal Afshar
Located in Aspen, CO
Afshari weavers of the 19th and early 20th century were in direct competition with the Kashgai weavers to produce the highest quality and most decorative rugs. The white field color ...
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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 ancient origin nomadic. - Elaborated with leaves and flowers design by the central field....
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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 holes, repair or stains.
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.
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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.
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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
Vintage rugs are made by hand over the course of months, sometimes years.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Afshar Bagface
Located in Concord, MA
Fantastic antique Afshar, South Persian Bagface. Very graphic and excellent condition Measure: 13 x 20 inches.
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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...
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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 the south western region of the country during the first decade of the 20th century.
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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 creatively unique aesthetic. This “Dozar” or medium size piece displays an all-over r...
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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 group) weaving. It is exceptional in the scale of patterning, as most other examples a...
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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 19th century
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 century.
Cotton, 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
In contrast to the typical Persian influenced floral Designs of Southwest Persian tribes like Gashgai, Khamse, Afshar and Baktiar, this outstanding rug is not only rare because of it...
Jiroft Afshar Rug
Located in Dublin, NH
Persian Jiroft Afshar rug. Measures: 4'2" x 5'2".
Wool
Afshar Rug, circa 1900
Located in Dublin, NH
Persian Afshar rug.
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Afshar rug.
Wool
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 design from SE Persia - certainly the oldest of this type we've seen.
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Antique Afshar rugs from the 19th century are characterized by their unusually and consistently high quality of craftsmanship and wool.
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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 from the Afshar tribe in Iran, offer a modern twist on traditional craftsmanship.
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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 three by six array of rosettes-in-lozenges, attended by small serrated leaves and ...
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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 with radiating stripes of alternating colors, overlaying an intensely woven indigo fie...
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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 background, surrounded by multiple intricate floral borders.
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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 with a stylized floral and leaf pattern, living amidst a field of more stylized flo...
Wool
Early 20th Century Afshar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable early 20th century Persian Afshar rug with three large diamond medallions each filled with myriad stylized flowers and animals living amidst a field of more densely wove...
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".
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Late 19th Century Red Paisley Afshar Rug
Located in Dublin, NH
Colorful diagonal rows of 'boteh' paisleys are formed from wispy flowering plants against the saturated ochre ground of this Afshar rug. The 'boteh' forms are drawn freely, more as t...
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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 lozenges on a camel field.
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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 Afshar rug with modern tribal style features a lavishly colored composition displayi...
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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 Afshar Rug in Ivory Background & all over Botanical Design in Multi Colors.
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Mid 19th Century Red and Blue Afshar Rug
Located in Dublin, NH
Woven like a fine textile, this Classic Afshar rug draws rows of radiant 'boteh' paisleys against a deep indigo ground.
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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. This stunning piece was made in the 1950s, measuring 4.9’ x 6.5’ or 150cm x 200cm...
Wool
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-1910s and measures 4.1 x 5.2 ft.
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Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Persian Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century The Afshar weaving tradition of south Persia offers a fascinating tribal interpretation of more formal Persian workshop weaving.
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 individuality.
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 quality; great interpretation of a well-known design; excellent state of preservation.
Wool
Antique Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Another interesting fact is the striking similarity to antique rugs woven in the Caucasian village of Chajli in the Shirvan district (part of Russian Azerbaijan).Despite the decline ...
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Persian Afshar Rug
Located in Dublin, NH
This charming square-shaped rug was woven as a pile “sofreh” or eating cloth by an Afshar weaver from southeastern Persia.
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug. Size: 6 ft x 11 ft (1.83 m x 3.35 m)
Located in New York, NY
An extremely narrow red and black jagged outer guard border encloses the Afshar rug.
Wool
19th Century Afshar Rug with Red and Green Foliage
Located in Dublin, NH
With a remarkably fine weave executed in very soft wool, this small Afshar rug draws rows of flowering plants within a square composition.
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Late 19th Century Indigo and Red Afshar Rug with Rosettes
Located in Dublin, NH
If color is the true measure for textile art, this Afshar rug is a masterpiece. An overall field design, based on an innovative reinterpretation of the Classic 18th century Persian '...
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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 medallion lattice pattern in a rich, earthy palette of browns, taupes, and soft blues.
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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.
Wool
Antique Persian Afshar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Afshar carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
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 Dublin, NH
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 ...
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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 village traditions of rug-making.
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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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