Bakhshaish Carpet
Located in San Francisco, CA
Persian Bakhshaish carpet. Measures: 12'3" x 18'9".
1880s Antique Bakhshaish Carpet
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Bakhshaish Carpet
Located in San Francisco, CA
Persian Bakhshaish carpet. Measures: 12'3" x 18'9".
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Large Antique Northwest Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large Oversized Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet Rug, 19th Century This majestic Northwest
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$15,999Sale Price|20% Off
W 52 in L 69 in
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, Handmade Wool Rug, Ivory and Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America
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$12,799Sale Price|20% Off
W 54 in L 78 in
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory and Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America
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Antique Dramatic Bakhshaish Rug with Animal Pelt Design
Located in Milan, IT
element surrounded by two pairs of stylised animals. Bakhshaish carpets combine early Anatolian
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Bakshaish Rug Golden Saffron Color
Located in Ferrara, IT
Antique Bakshaish Rug, 19th Century. Rare antique Bakhshaish carpet on an ivory background, natural
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$59,500
W 139 in L 182 in
Antique Persian Large Bakshaish Serapi Rug in Brick Red, Royal Blue and Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
the Serapi/Bakhshaish carpets. With the graphic boldness of its drawing, this exquisite antique carpet
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Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug with Tribal Medallions in Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
, this superb antique rug (circa 1890) represents the finest of the Serapi/Bakhshaish carpets. With the
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Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
This “Bakshayesh” period/quality NW Persian rare format long carpet shows a delightfully abrashed
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Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
This C. 1880 Heriz carpet shows an amusingly downset rust subfield, on an abrashed light to medium
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Square Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 57269 Size 12' 7" X 12' 11" Design Bakhshaish Collection Antique/Vintage
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Late 19th Century Persian Bakhshaish Serapi Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary late 19th-century Persian Bakhshaish Serapi rug, woven with an incredible balance
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 8'5" W x
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish, Taupe Handmade Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Port Washington, NY
This antique Persian Bakhshaish has a charming masculine characteristic. Bold all-over design, fine
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Rare and stunning 19th cent. camel Bakhshaish rug
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Rare a 19th century camel field Bakshaish featuring a fine, allover lattice of tiny ivory tribal motifs on a warm, coppery brown ground. A single primitive rich blue diamond medallio...
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Antique Hand-Woven Late 19th Century Wool Bakhshaish Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a ruby field enclosing triple stepped lozenge
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Late 19th Century Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Persian Bakhshaish rug has an ivory field of polychrome palmettes
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Antique Authentic Hand-Woven Traditional Wool Persian Bakhshaish Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded terra cotta field of intricate
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Late 19th Century Wool Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded beige overall field of polychrome
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Traditional Hand-Woven Lattice Vice Persian Bakhshaish Rug 9'x11'
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded light blue field with an overall
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Late 19th Century Hand-Woven Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded medium blue field of stylized
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Antique Late 19th Century Red Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded brick-red field with an overall
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Rug with All-Over Tree and Willow Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique Persian Bakhshaish rug features an all-over tree design with willow trees, branches
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Late 19th Century Hand-Woven Wool Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded umber field of stylized geometric
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Hand-Woven Late 19th Century Wool Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded ocean blue field counterposed by
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Late 19th Century Hand-Woven Wool Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven wool Persian Bakhshaish rug has a shaded beige overall field of stylized
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Antique Bakhshaish Red and Blue Geometric Wool Persian Runner by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Persia in 1910, this antique Bakhshaish Persian runner features an uncommon
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1900s Antique Bakshaish Runner 13'9'' X 5'6''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Bakshaish Rugs – Among the oversized rugs made in Persia, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh
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Bakhshaish Antique Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bakshaish rugs adapt the style and sensibility of the most valued smaller tribal carpets from
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 8'8" W x 11'7" L
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Antique Bakhshaish Carpet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding geometric Bakhshaish / Serapi
Antique Bakhshaish Carpet
Located in San Francisco, CA
A striking Bakshaish medallion carpet on a soft and striated tomato red ground, flanked by medium
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Antique Bakhshaish Carpet
Located in San Francisco, CA
An softly colored rug with a classic 'herati' design in soft red, surrounded by a chocolate brown main border.
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Antique Bakhshaish Carpet, Persian Handmade Rug, Rust, Navy, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and
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W 104 in L 140 in
Antique Bakhshaish Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Navy, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and
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Sold
W 104 in L 163 in
Antique Bakhshaish Carpet, Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug, Taupe, Lt Blue, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet with a Unique Geometric Medallion and Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Persian Bakhshaish carpet with a unique geometric medallion and design, rug / 10-KE-319
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America
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Bakhshaish Persian Carpet
Located in San Francisco, CA
This classic nineteenth century Bakhshaish carpet balances large-scale drawing with fine detailing
Bakhshaish Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
This elegant Bakhshaish carpet combines the refined elegance of open-field design with a playful
Elegant Bakhshaish Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bakhshaish carpets are arguably the most playful group of the more formal Northwest Persian
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Bakhshaish Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bakhshaish carpets are generally known for their bold scale and proportions. This smaller
Late 19th Century Colorful Bakhshaish Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
This colorful and verdant Bakhshaish carpet draws several varieties of trees, including cedars and
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Antique Bakhshaish
Located in San Francisco, CA
This harshang design originally comes from the classical Persian and Caucasian workshop carpets of
Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshaish Rug 2'11'' x 4'11''.
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Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshaish rug 9'4'' x 10'9''.
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Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshaish rug, measures : 9'10'' x 12'7''.
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Bakhshaish Persian Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
drawing and refined detail for which great Bakhshaish weavings are renowned. Abstracted palmettes linked
Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bakhshaish origin. The fineness of weave and saturation of color, however, may point to a particularly
Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
A small medallion with pendant anchors is subsumed into the whole of the geometric rust-red field, surrounded by a butter yellow border of stylized flowers and leaves.
Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
In a general Joshagan style, with lozenge-shaped posy and floret arrays on a rust ground. Light blue four petal palmette central medallion. Densely abrashed straw corners.Unusual lig...
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Antique Bakhshaish rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
A strong and nicely delineated example of the 'pelt' design, which is usually found in much larger rugs. The borders of stars are a charming addition.
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Extraordinary 19th Century Bakhshaish Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary 19th century Persian Bakhshaish runner with a fantastic pattern with three large
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Antique Bakhshaish Rug 3'11'' x 8'6''
Located in New York, NY
Bakhshaish Rug 3'11'' x 8'6''.
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Late 19th Century Bakhshaish Rug from North West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Persian Bakhshaish rug has a warm caramel overall field of stepped
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Handmade Antique Persian Bakhshaish Rug 12.2' x 15.8', 1880s - 1B21
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Bakhshaish Rug, Size: This exquisite palace-sized rug measures 12.2’ x
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Antique Serapi Rug / Bakhshaish Rug with Salmon Background Light Blue Border
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bakhshaish Rug Antique Carpet from 19th Century with Salmon Background and Colorful Geometric
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Runner with Geometric Medallions in Brown and Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique Persian Bakhshaish runner features a repeating geometric medallion design, as well as
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Antique Bakshaish Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Among the larger rugs made in Iran, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets are in a class by
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Antique Bakshaish Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Among the most desirable rugs made in Iran, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets are in a
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Antique Bakshaish Carpet
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakshaish Persian carpet (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh). An all-over pattern of bold, graphic
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Antique Bakshaish Carpet
Located in New York, NY
, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets are in a class by themselves. In essence they adapt the style
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Antique Bakshaish Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Among the larger rugs made in Iran, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets are in a class by
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Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Rust-Ivory Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America
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W 120 in L 138 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Gold-Ivory Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi Carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America
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Antique Bakshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakshaish Persian Carpet (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh), circa 1900 - Antique Bakshaish carpets
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Antique Bakshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Among the larger rugs made in Iran, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets are in a class by
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Antique Bakshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Among the larger rugs made in Iran, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets are in a class by
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Antique Bakshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakshaish: Among the larger rugs made in Iran, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets
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Large Blue Background Antique Bakshaish Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
, Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh) carpets are in a class by themselves. In essence, Bakshaish Rugs adapt
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Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet with All Over Herati Design in Gold and Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet with All Over Herati Design in Gold and Blue, Crafted in the
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Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Heriz Square Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Heriz room size carpet in square format handmade during the early 20th century. Measures: 12' 6" x 14' 0".
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$3,300Sale Price|33% Off
W 38 in L 132 in
Antique Heriz Northwest Persian Runner, Handmade Rug Navy Blue, Red, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
Heriz carpets are the staple of the furnishing market and remain the most popular of all NW Persian carpets. They were produced for the rapidly growing US market in the late 19th to ...
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$151,999Sale Price|20% Off
W 182 in L 300 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Lt Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...
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$45,999
W 144 in L 199 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade, Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...
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$10,399Sale Price|20% Off
W 96 in L 131 in
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Navy, Light Blue, Gold
Located in Port Washington, NY
Early 20th-century Heriz/Serapi rugs represent a pinnacle of artistic achievement in Persian carpet weaving. Originating from the Serab village in the Heriz region of Northwest Persi...
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$5,599Sale Price|20% Off
W 58 in L 74 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Rust, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Late 19th and early 20th-century Serapi rugs represent a pinnacle of artistic achievement in Persian carpet weaving. Originating from the Serab village in the Heriz region of Northwe...
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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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