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Antique Fine Manchester Kashan Rug from Iran with Silk Wool in Blue and Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
antique rug. Bright red sets the attractive background for the largest border, which is outlined by two
Category
1910s Persian Kashan Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Blue handwoven Persian Malayer rug from Iran, circa late 19th century. Authentically antique piece
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Hand Knotted, New Zealand Wool, Persian Antique Sultanabad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Sultanabad rug from Iran
hand knotted
New Zealand Wool,
circa 1920.
Measures: 9'0" x
Category
1920s Persian Sultanabad Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Circa 1930s Large Persian Bakhtiari Room Size Garden Rug
Located in Fort Collins, CO
(vintage) hand-knotted rug from Iran. The craft with which this was created can be told from the intricacy
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Floral Medallion Design in Steel Blue & Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
/ type: Iran / Tabriz, circa 1920.
This sublime and enchanting vintage rug, a gorgeous Tabriz rug made
Category
1910s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Floral Medallion Design in Red and Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
origin / type: Iran / Tabriz, circa 1920.
This sublime and enchanting vintage rug, a gorgeous Tabriz rug
Category
1910s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Brown Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Brown Rust Navy Blue Geometric Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Floral Medallion Design in Tan, Red, and Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
/ rug EN-14861, country of origin / type: Iran / Tabriz, circa 1920 Floral Medallion Design in Tan, Red
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Floral Medallion Design in Tan, Red, and Lt Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
/ rug V21-1216-15485, country of origin / type: Iran / Tabriz, circa 1910 Floral Medallion Design in Tan
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Rust Navy Blue Gold Tribal Geometric Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1910s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Rust Navy Blue Geometric Tribal Persian Heriz Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Rust Navy Blue Geometric Tribal Persian Heriz Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Rust Navy Blue Tribal Geometric Square Heriz Rug, c. 1880s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1880s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Burgundy Blue Geometric Tribal Heriz Runner Rug circa 1920-1930s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Ivory Navy Blue Tribal Geometric Square Heriz Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Perisan Serapi Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Vintage Persian Red Gold Navy Blue Geometric Heriz Area Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Red Navy Blue and Gold Geometric Heriz Rug, circa 1920s-1930s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Vintage Red Navy Border Tribal Persian Heriz Area Rug, circa 1920-1930s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Navy Geometric Persian Heriz Long & Narrow Runner Rug 2.9 x 18.4 ft.
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Navy Blue Rust and Brown Green Persian Heriz Rug 8.2 x 10.6 ft
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1910s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Antique Red Heriz Serapi Rug 4'10'' x 6'9''
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Rose Red Light Blue Geometric Tribal Persian Heriz Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Heriz rugs are one of the most famous rugs from Iran, because of their very unique and
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal from Mehraban
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
An exquisite antique Persian Mahal rug that features timeless grace and nostalgic appeal. This
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal from Mehraban
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
composition of botanical motifs, this majestic rug features the warm and aesthetic tones of ivory, terracotta
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Mashad from Mehraban
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A beguiling Antique Persian Mashad rug that features a dainty central botanical medallion
Category
1920s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal from Mehraban
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This majestic Mahal rug has created a stunning pattern. A well-coordinated ash and gold accents
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz from Mehraban
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A beguiling antique Persian Tabriz rug that boasts its allover intricate patterns of botanical
Category
1920s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz from Mehraban
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
wonderful rug. Classy and refined, this splendid rug is very much desired by many interior design
Category
1920s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Seneh from Mehraban
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This timeless Tabriz Seneh Rug features a stunning pattern in a midnight blue field. From all the
Category
1920s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Northwest Iran/Persia.
Rug number: 26680
Size: 12' 4" x 14' 8"
Design: Reference Tabriz
Collection
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
motifs. This is a sophisticated piece from Kerman in southeast Iran, an area known for courtly rugs of
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Khorassan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
composition is framed by floral borders and guards. An antique Khorassan from northeastern Iran.
Rug number
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Khorassan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
of floral borders and guards. A lovely antique Khorassan from northeastern Iran.
Rug Number 26417
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
in western Iran.
Rug number 26211
Size: 8' 11" x 11' 5"
Design Reference Kermanshah
Collection
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Lilihan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
northwestern Iran.
Rug number: 10289
Size: 7'11" x 9'7"
Design reference: Antique Lilihan
Collection
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Joshegan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
20th century
Rug number: 27672
Size: 10' 1" x 16' 5"
Design reference: Joshegan
Collection
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Ziegler Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This beautiful green antique Persian Zigler rug is an oversized piece. With weaves from influences
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
tribal people from west-central Iran renowned for their woven arts.
Rug Number 26396
Size 6' 4" x 10
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
designers. This rug stands out as an outstanding example of folk art weaving and its sophisticated, yet
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
and hand woven of luscious natural wool.
Rug number: 26027
Size: 9' 6" x 11' 10"
Design
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal Distressed Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This glamorous Mahal rug was made from hand-spun wool and woven meticulously with all the blooming
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Arak in western Iran, whose Persian rugs were arguably the finest and most distinguished items made
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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This glorious Persian Malayer rug comes from a handmade finest wool that features earthy-tone
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This glorious Persian Malayer rug comes from a handmade finest wool that features neutral-tone
Category
1920s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A mesmerizing Antique Persian Malayer rug that appears to have a grandiose sense of collaboration
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A breathtaking Antique Persian Malayer rug that appears to have a grandiose sense of collaboration
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tribal Bijar Halwai Gallery Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
some of the finer qualities exhibited by the Persian iron rug of Iran. This antique Bijar is a
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A beguiling Antique Persian Mahal rug that emanates a balanced and timeless floral design with a
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This majestic Persian Malayer rug comes from a handmade finest wool that features neutral and
Category
1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Yazd by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
everybody would want to know. Art and passion collide in a pennyworth collector's item.
Rug Number 29381
Category
1920s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, circa 1890-1900, this 10x16 antique Persian Tabriz rug, has finely detailed
Category
1890s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Doroksh Rug, with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 8x12 antique Persian Doroksh rug, circa 1920-1930, has a subtle European
Category
1920s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Lavar rug with Floral Medallion, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 11x15 antique Persian rug is a rare Kerman Lavar rug from the titular Iranian region of renown
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1910s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Lavar rug, with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 15x23 antique Persian Kerman Lavar rug originating circa 1920-1930, is a
Category
1920s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Sultanabad Rug from West Persia
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Sultanabad rug has a deep aubergine field with radiating floral motif
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, in Brown, with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in silk, this 12x18 antique Persian Tabriz oversized rug is an extremely rare piece
Category
1860s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Silk
Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug with Red-Blue Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, an antique 9x13 Persian Sultanabad rug circa 1920-1930 - curated by Rug
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1920s Persian Antique Rugs From Iran
Materials
Wool
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Antique Rugs From Iran For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique rugs from Iran you’re looking for. An antique rugs from Iran — often made from fabric, wool and organic material — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique rugs from Iran — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique rugs from Iran bearing Victorian hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique rugs from Iran that is appealing in its simplicity, but Mehraban Rugs and Ziegler & Co. produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Rugs From Iran?
Prices for an antique rugs from Iran start at $575 and top out at $185,000 with the average selling for $43,500.
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 Rugs From Iran
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Determining the age of a rug often depends on the style of rug because different styles have evolved at their own rates and with their own characteristics. One thing you can look for is a date; some rugs weave the year into the border. Another thing to make note of is the color of the rug. Bright dyes and synthetic fibers weren’t available until the 1920s for rugs, so authentic antique rugs will have muted tones. Shop a collection of vetted antique rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a semi antique rug?1 Answer
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021Usually these are rugs that are younger than 80 years old but not new (so things that are between 70 - 30 years old roughly) - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021The most expensive antique Persian rug ever sold in auction (so far) is $34,000,000. But the vast majority will cost under $100,000.
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