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Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

61064 Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug, 01'08 x 02'06. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Tabriz carpet from the turn of the 20th century depicting a pictorial design of

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian, Malayer, Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian, Malayer, Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian, Malayer, Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian, Malayer, pictorial carpet from the turn of the 20th century.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian Malayer Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian Malayer Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century with a pictorial

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Tabriz carpet with a pictorial design from the second quarter of the 20th

Category

Vintage 1930s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug

$3,200Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Kurd carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century with a pictorial design.

Category

Vintage 1930s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Khorassan Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian Khorassan Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian Khorassan Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Khorassan carpet from the turn of the 20th century with a pictorial hunting

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Khorassan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Knotted Pictorial Design Kashan Antique Persian Rug 1'10" x 2'4"
Knotted Pictorial Design Kashan Antique Persian Rug 1'10" x 2'4"

Knotted Pictorial Design Kashan Antique Persian Rug 1'10" x 2'4"

Located in New York, NY

An Unusually Finely Woven / Knotted Pictorial Design Kashan Antique Persian Rug That Depicts A

Category

20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Pictorial Malayer Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Pictorial Malayer Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Pictorial Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

One of a kind mid-20th century highly decorative caliber Pictorial Persian Malayer rug in soft

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Romantic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Pictorial Isfahan Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Pictorial Isfahan Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Pictorial Isfahan Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th-century Classic Persian Isfahan Pictorial Rug Details rug no. j2304 size 4' 7" x 6

Category

20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Farahan Pictorial Rug Tableau Carpet
Antique Persian Farahan Pictorial Rug Tableau Carpet

Antique Persian Farahan Pictorial Rug Tableau Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

78724 Antique Persian Farahan Pictorial Rug, 04'03 x 06'05. A Farahan tableau rug refers to a type

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique Bakshaish Persian Rug with Pictorials
Oversized Antique Bakshaish Persian Rug with Pictorials

Oversized Antique Bakshaish Persian Rug with Pictorials

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, an antique 13x18 oversized Bakshaish rug circa 1920-1930 - making a grand new

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Pictorial Room Size Rug
Antique Persian Heriz Pictorial Room Size Rug

Antique Persian Heriz Pictorial Room Size Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th Century Persian Heriz rug with a pictorial garden box all over pattern in rustic

Category

Early 20th Century Bakshaish Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Serapi Pictorial Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Serapi Pictorial Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Serapi Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century fine quality Persian Serapi rug. Predominantly grey, rust, and brown. On both

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Belouch Rug with Pictorial Tribal Motifs
Antique Persian Belouch Rug with Pictorial Tribal Motifs

Antique Persian Belouch Rug with Pictorial Tribal Motifs

Located in New York, NY

This striking antique Baluch rug features a rare and highly expressive pictorial field composed of

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

79287 Rare Late 19th Century Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug, 04'01 x 05'09. A Woven Legacy of

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Lavar Pair Pictorial Rug - Size: 3'0x2'6
Antique Persian Lavar Pair Pictorial Rug - Size: 3'0x2'6

Antique Persian Lavar Pair Pictorial Rug - Size: 3'0x2'6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Lavar Pair Pictorial Rug in Wool and Cotton 3'0x2'6 Key Details: Pile: Wool Foundation

Category

Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Pictorial Rug, circa 1880
Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Pictorial Rug, circa 1880

Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Pictorial Rug, circa 1880

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Pictorial Rug, circa 1880. A wonderful finely woven Kirman Lavar

Category

Antique 19th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Silk Kashan Pictorial Rug, circa 1900
Antique Persian Silk Kashan Pictorial Rug, circa 1900

Antique Persian Silk Kashan Pictorial Rug, circa 1900

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Antique Persian Silk Kashan, circa 1900. Finely woven in luxurious silk with the main ivory field

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Antique Persian Tabriz Terracotta Wool Rug With Pictorial Design
Antique Persian Tabriz Terracotta Wool Rug With Pictorial Design

Antique Persian Tabriz Terracotta Wool Rug With Pictorial Design

Located in Norwalk, CT

This antique Persian Tabriz rug from the 1920s features a stunning terracotta field decorated with

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Pictorial Mohtasham Kashan Rug 2'1" x 2’8”
Antique Persian Pictorial Mohtasham Kashan Rug 2'1" x 2’8”

Antique Persian Pictorial Mohtasham Kashan Rug 2'1" x 2’8”

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Pictorial Mohtasham Kashan Rug 2'1" x 2’8”. The Revival Period rugs woven by two

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Karabakh Pictorial Rug, King & Court Persian Tableau Carpet
Antique Karabakh Pictorial Rug, King & Court Persian Tableau Carpet

Antique Karabakh Pictorial Rug, King & Court Persian Tableau Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

21697 Antique Persian Karabagh Pictorial Rug of the King and Court 04'09 x 06'04. Persian Karabakh

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug with Cartouche Border
Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug with Cartouche Border

Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug with Cartouche Border

Located in Dallas, TX

53653 Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Rug with Cartouche Border 09'04 x 11'06. Full of

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Rug 2'0" x 2’6"
Fine Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Rug 2'0" x 2’6"

Fine Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Rug 2'0" x 2’6"

Located in New York, NY

Fine Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Rug 2'0" x 2’6". A trade term applied to better quality

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tan Antique Balouch Handmade Persian Wool Rug With Pictorial Design
Tan Antique Balouch Handmade Persian Wool Rug With Pictorial Design

Tan Antique Balouch Handmade Persian Wool Rug With Pictorial Design

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful Antique Balouch hand-knotted wool rug with a tan color field. This Persian rug has a

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Pictorial Doroksh Prayer Rug
Zabihi Collection Persian Pictorial Doroksh Prayer Rug

Zabihi Collection Persian Pictorial Doroksh Prayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Fascinating antique Persian Doroksh animal pictorial prayer rug. 4'3'' x 6'1'' Since the mid-19th

Category

20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Grey Oversize Animal Pictorial Tabriz Rug 13'3 x 20'5
Antique Persian Grey Oversize Animal Pictorial Tabriz Rug 13'3 x 20'5

Antique Persian Grey Oversize Animal Pictorial Tabriz Rug 13'3 x 20'5

Located in New York, NY

13'3 x 20'5. The tradition of animals in a dense forest as a Persian carpet design goes back to the

Category

Antique 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Kashan Persian Pictorial Swan Mat
Zabihi Collection Antique Kashan Persian Pictorial Swan Mat

Zabihi Collection Antique Kashan Persian Pictorial Swan Mat

Located in New York, NY

An authentic 20th century Persian pictorial rug with 2 loving swans. 1'9'' x 2'1''

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Pictorial Accent Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Pictorial Accent Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Pictorial Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Tabriz pictorial accent rug handmade during the early 20th century. Measures

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Isphahan Pictorial Rug, circa 1880
Antique Isphahan Pictorial Rug, circa 1880

Antique Isphahan Pictorial Rug, circa 1880

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Antique Isphahan Pictorial rug, circa 1880. A delightful small pictorial rug detailing a selection

Category

Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Large Antique Pictorial Tabriz Rug
Zabihi Collection Large Antique Pictorial Tabriz Rug

Zabihi Collection Large Antique Pictorial Tabriz Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Pictorial Animal Large Rug. * this rug was featured and

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Tabriz Accent Rug
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Tabriz Accent Rug

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Tabriz Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Tabriz pictorial accent rug handmade during the early 20th century. Measures

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Mat 2’0" x 3’0"
Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Mat 2’0" x 3’0"

Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Mat 2’0" x 3’0"

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Pictorial Lavar Kerman Mat 2’0" x 3’0". A trade term applied to better quality pre

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Isfahan Pictorial Rug, Early 20th Century
Antique Isfahan Pictorial Rug, Early 20th Century

Antique Isfahan Pictorial Rug, Early 20th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

Antique Isfahan wool pictorial rug. In excellent antique condition.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Pictorial Animal Figure Antique Persian Serapi Carpet
Zabihi Collection Pictorial Animal Figure Antique Persian Serapi Carpet

Zabihi Collection Pictorial Animal Figure Antique Persian Serapi Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th century Persian serapi carpet featuring some human elements and pictorial figures

Category

Antique 19th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Pictorial Throw Rug
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Pictorial Throw Rug

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Pictorial Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Malayer pictorial throw rug handmade during the early 20th century. Measures

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Pictorial Accent Rug
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Pictorial Accent Rug

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Pictorial Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Tabriz pictorial accent rug handmade during the early 20th century. Measures

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Kurd Pictorial Accent Rug
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Kurd Pictorial Accent Rug

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Kurd Pictorial Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Kurd pictorial accent rug handmade during the early 20th century. Measures: 4

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug 7'5'' x 10'4''
Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug 7'5'' x 10'4''

Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug 7'5'' x 10'4''

Located in New York, NY

Antique Kerman Pictorial rug. Measures: 7'5'' x 10'4''. In the style of a French mythological

Category

Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Kerman Pictorial Rug. 2 ft 2 in x 2 ft 8 in
Antique Persian Kerman Pictorial Rug. 2 ft 2 in x 2 ft 8 in

Antique Persian Kerman Pictorial Rug. 2 ft 2 in x 2 ft 8 in

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Mashahir Kerman Pictorial Rug, Country of origin: Persia, Circa date: 1890. Size: 2

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Antique Pictorial Persian Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique pictorial Persian rugs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique pictorial Persian rugs — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. Find 138 antique and vintage antique pictorial Persian rugs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Antique pictorial Persian rugs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Antique pictorial Persian rugs bearing folk art or neoclassical hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Rug & Kilim produced beautiful antique pictorial Persian rugs that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Pictorial Persian Rugs?

Prices for antique pictorial Persian rugs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique pictorial Persian rugs begin at $457 and can go as high as $495,000, while the average can fetch as much as $7,500.

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.

Questions About Antique Pictorial Persian Rugs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few red flags you should look for in determining if you have an antique Persian rug. Firstly, check the fringe. Fringes on a Persian rug form from the end of warp yarns, and won’t be sewn on the back. Also check the colors. They should be crisp, with no bleeding of the dyes. Shop a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Nazmiyal
    NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
    The most expensive antique Persian rug ever sold in auction (so far) is $34,000,000. But the vast majority will cost under $100,000.