Antique Persian Kashan Rug in Burgundy with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1910-1920, this 9x12 antique Persian rug of Kashan provenance is a rare
Wool
Kashan Metallic Thread Embroidery Rug, c. 1900
Located in Dublin, NH
Kashan Metallic Thread Embroidery Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'5" L x 3'1" W
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Kashan Large Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1920s Persian Kashan Rug with an all over formal design in flesh pink, light blues, red, and brown
Wool
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'7'' x 9'5''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'7'' x 9'5''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'6'' x 6'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'6'' x 6'6''.
Wool, Cotton
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'6'' x 6'10''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'6'' x 6'10''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'3'' x 6'9''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'3'' x 6'9''.
Wool, Cotton
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'1'' x 6'8''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'1'' x 6'8''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'2'' x 6'7''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'2'' x 6'7''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'1'' x 6'3''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'1'' x 6'3''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'2'' x 6'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'2'' x 6'6''.
Wool, Cotton
7 x 10 Antique Persian Kashan Handmade Allover Wool Rug In Red
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian rug is made of wool and hand-knotted in the antique Kashan. The red field is
Wool
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'0'' x 6'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'0'' x 6'2''. Although showing end reduction this is still a finely
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Mohtasham Kashan Rug. 11 ft x 18 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
Large Antique Persian Mohtasham Kashan Rug, Country of origin: Persia, Circa date: 1880. Size: 11
Wool
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'6'' x 10'3''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'6'' x 10'3''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'5'' x 10'1''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug, Measures : 7'5'' x 10'1''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kashan rug with Pictorial and Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 4x5 antique Persian Kashan rug features a rare design with floral
Wool
Hand-Knotted Antique Persian Kashan Rug Floral Medallion Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x10 antique Persian rug of Kashan design in floral medallion style, hand knotted in silk
Silk
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 8'7'' x 11'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 8'7'' x 11'4''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 6’11” x 11’10”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 6’11” x 11’10”. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool
Antique Persian Kashan Rug with Joshegan Diamond Design and Jewel-Tone Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
53758 Antique Persian Kashan Rug, 04'05 x 06'08. Persian Kashan rugs, hailing from the historic
Wool
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 7'10" x 10’8”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 7'10" x 10’8”. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 2’1” x 5’0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 2’1” x 5’0". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and
Silk
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 8’4” x 11’3”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 8’4” x 11’3”. The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7’11” x 11’5”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7’11” x 11’5”. The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
$20,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7’2” x 9’11”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7’2” x 9’11”. The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'4" x 6’9"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'4" x 6’9". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool, Cotton
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'3" x 5’7”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'3" x 5’7”. The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 2’0" x 5’9”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 2’0" x 5’9”. The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 8'1" x 10'0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 8'1" x 10'0". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 10'0" x 13'0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 10'0" x 13'0". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4'2" x 6’11"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4'2" x 6’11". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 5’0" x 9’0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 5’0" x 9’0". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and
Wool, Cotton
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4'4" x 7’2”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4'4" x 7’2”. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Light Green Persian Kashan Mat
Located in New York, NY
A fine quality mat size Persian Kashan small square mini rug from the 1930s Measures: 1'11" x 2'9
Wool
Zabihi Collection Narrow Antique Persian Kashan Runner
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century traditional narrow Persian Kashan runner Measures: 2'2'' x 8'
Wool
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'5'' x 6'10''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'5'' x 6'10''. The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
Antique Luxury Persian Kashan Mohtashem Rug, circa 1890, Size 12'6 x 19'2
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The Antique Oversize Handwoven Luxury Persian Kashan Mohtashem Rug from around 1890 is a truly
Wool
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'6'' x 11'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'6'' x 11'2''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 8'4'' x 11'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 8'4'' x 11'4''. A tall lozenge medallion with slightly concave edges
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'4'' x 6'11''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'4'' x 6'11''. The old ivory sub-field is densely occupied by a
Wool, Cotton
$9,995Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Mohtesham Kashan Rug, Small Size with Lantern Design, circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Mohtesham Kashan rug, circa 1890, size 6'7 x 4'6. This fine hand-knotted rug
Wool
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'2'' x 6'9''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'2'' x 6'9''. Four slate stepped half medallion project in from the
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 6'11'' x 10'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Kashan rug. Measures: 6.11'' x 10.2''.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'7'' x 7'0''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'7'' x 7'0''
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'5'' x 7'3''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4'5'' x 7'3''. A lightly stepped red diamond medallion encloses dense
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'8'' x 9'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7'8'' x 9'2''. The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 13'0'' x 14'0''
Located in New York, NY
Most Kashans are in medallion and corners format. Most Kashans are in standard sizes, like 9" by 12
Wool, Cotton
1920s Ivory Floral Antique Persian Kashan Rug 9'0" x 11' 10" Knotted Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Kashan rug. Measures: 9'0" x 11'10". Antique Kashan Room Size Wool Ivory Rug, Circa Date
Wool
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 8'8'' x 11'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 8'8'' x 11'4''. This interwar red/dark blue/cream medallion central
Wool, Cotton
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Souf Kashan Rug 8' x 11'8''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Souf Kashan Rug 8' x 11'8''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and
Silk
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4'4'' x 7'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4'4'' x 7'2''. This is an absolutely iconic Interwar Period Kashan
Wool, Cotton
Emerald Green Botanical Antique Persian Kashan Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Beautiful Persian Kashan rug Measures: 4'5'' x 6'9''. .
Wool
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 8'5'' x 11'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 8'5'' x 11'4''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 6'9" x 9'3''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 6'9" x 9'3''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4’4” x 6’10"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 4’4” x 6’10". The Revival Period rugs woven by two generations of
Wool, Cotton
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Machester Kashan Rug 3'4'' x 5'0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Machester Kashan Rug 3'4'' x 5'0". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size
Wool, Cotton
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran (modern-day Persia) has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
Although they have many imitators, real Persian rugs are made only in Iran and are easily recognized by their vibrant colors and elegant patterns.
Traditional, or antique, Persian rugs are what most people identify as “authentic.” Hand-made, they are very durable and, if properly cared for, can be passed down from generation to generation. Modern Persians, on the other hand, are often machine-made. Today’s carpets, Iranian or otherwise, can’t possibly match the level of craftsmanship that prevailed centuries ago, so historical Persian carpets will always be admired and highly valued.
Although the machine-aided production process is much faster and cheaper, the resulting rugs typically do not have the same quality or lifespan as handwoven ones, so traditional options are considered better investments.
To distinguish between the two, look for imperfections. Because traditional Persian rugs are handwoven, you will likely see small flaws on the front and back. With a machine-made imitation, on the other hand, you will probably not find stitching glitches, and the back will have a mesh or plastic covering.
Antique rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool, silk or cotton — never synthetic fibers. The fibers used in antique rugs are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk. Regarded as works of art, Persian rugs can take months or years to complete.
The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns.
When shopping for vintage Persian rugs, you'll want to consider color, size and more — for a history of these rugs and tips on how to style yours, visit our guide to these woven creations today.
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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