Zabihi Collection Bakhtiari Garden Design Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-Century Persian Bakhtiari room size garden design rug Details rug no. j4631 size 8'10" x 11'
Wool
Early 20th Century Yamut Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Yamut with beautiful indigo, crimson, and natural wool colored geometric medallions on a natural brown background, surrounded by a complementary geometr...
Wool
Coral and Blue Tribal Central Medallion Heriz Rug
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Early 20th-century Heriz rug with a striking central medallion in coral red, set within a field of deep cerulean blue teeming with angular vinery, palmettes, and stylized blossoms. T...
Wool
All Over Design Blue Field Tribal Heriz Rug
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Tribal Heriz rug featuring a striking latticework design set against a cool blue field. The geometric vine trellis, rendered in a warm rust red, forms a repeated network of diamonds ...
Wool
Outstanding 19th Century Shirvan Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding mid-19th century Persian Shirvan prayer rug with an incredible stylized multicolored floral pattern field and woven with natural vegetable dyes. The border is exceptio...
Wool
All Over Design Tribal Coral Gorevan Heriz Rug, 1890
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Beautiful tribal Gorevan heriz rug from late 19th century featuring a bold layout with a stunning abrashed coral pink and red field filled with large, blocky floral and geometric sha...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Heriz Medallion Geometric Ivory Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique Persian Heriz rug from the 1920s is a masterful example of the bold artistry and enduring craftsmanship for which the weaving centers of Northwest Persia are r...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Heriz Medallion Geometric Ivory Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique Persian Heriz rug, woven in the 1920s, showcases the enduring artistry and craftsmanship of Northwest Persia. Distinguished by its striking geometric medallion...
Wool
Antique White Ground Sarab Garden Design Runner Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Garden carpets are among the most refined manifestations of textile art expressed by the 17th Century Safavid dynasty. During the nineteenth century, the pattern derived form the rep...
Wool
$3,071Sale Price|30% Off
W 98.43 in L 127.96 in
8.3x10.7 ft Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 100% Wool, Circa 1920
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This antique Heriz rug, dating back to circa 1920, is a remarkable example of timeless design and enduring craftsmanship. Handknotted entirely from 100% natural wool, it reflects exc...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Heriz Allover Floral Warm Tan Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This 1920's Antique Persian Heriz Rug is a striking example of one of the most admired weaving traditions of Northwest Persia. Woven by skilled artisans over a century ago, this piec...
Wool
$40,000
W 114 in L 172 in
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Heriz Medallion Geometric Soft Beige Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent antique Persian Heriz rug from the 1920s exemplifies the bold artistry and timeless craftsmanship of Northwest Persia. Woven by skilled artisans, it showcases the ha...
Wool
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
W 108 in L 134 in
ANTIQUE HERIZ Oriental Rug, , Wool, Room-Size, 11.2' x 9', Circa 1890'S
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a nice Heriz room-size oriental rug. from the 1940s in very good condition, periods dyes with wool pile.. 20 % OFF SALE.
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Heriz Antique Allover Floral Brick Red Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent antique Northwest Persian Bakshaish-Heriz rug, dating to the late 19th century, exemplifies the bold, tribal artistry for which the Heriz region is celebrated. Woven...
Wool
Antique Rust Red Heriz Rug with All-Over Design
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Heriz rugs are among the most sought after decorative weavings, especially because they combine beautifully stylised Persianate patterns with colours that are closer to Weste...
Wool
1920s Vintage Persian Heriz Handmade Rug Center Medallion
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a genuine hand knotted oriental rug. It is not hand tufted or machine made rug. Our entire inventory is made of either hand knotted or handwoven rugs. Remake your home with ...
Wool
$38,000
W 120 in L 145 in
Doris Leslie Blau Heriz Antique Geometric Cream Beige Rug, c. 1920 - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This 1920's Antique Persian Heriz rug is a masterful example of the bold geometry and enduring craftsmanship for which Heriz weavings are celebrated. Handwoven in Northwest Persia, t...
Wool
Fine Antique Halvei Bidjar Rug with Pastel Colours
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Bidjars are among the most refined weavings from the Near East, as they are in perfect balance between the classical botanical design tradition and the geometric renditions c...
Wool
Bobyrug’s Wonderful room size antique Heriz style rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover a magnificent antique Heriz-style rug, boasting exquisite geometric and decorative patterns in rich, natural hues. This masterpiece is meticulously hand-knotted with sumptuo...
Wool, Cotton
$10,937Sale Price|50% Off
W 108 in L 144 in
'The Shah" 1920s Antique Persian Mahal Feraghan Rug Provenance Reza Pahlavi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bring home the elegance of Persian craftsmanship with this exquisite antique Persian Mahal Fereghan rug, an authentic piece from the early 20th century. Measuring 9x12 feet, this ha...
Wool
Antique Allover Persian Heriz Wool Rug In Beige and Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
An antique Persian Heriz wool rug features a blue and brown pattern on a beige background. This rug measures 5'10' x 8'2". Our rugs are professionally cleaned before shipping.
Wool
$32,000Sale Price|20% Off
W 139 in L 228 in
11'7"x19' Blue Antique Persian Heriz Medallion Design Hand Knotted Wool XL Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Navy Blue, Antique Persian Karajeh Heriz, Medallion Design, Clean, Even Pile with No Wear, Excellent Condition, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, XL, Oversized, Oriental Rug Primary materials...
Wool
Unusual Antique Heriz Rug with Sampler Design in Rare Size
Located in Milan, IT
A very unusual Heriz rug, with a medallion design that is articulated in a way which indicates that it could quite possibly have been intended as a sampler (vaghireh). By weaving rug...
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Modern Rustic Meets Patriotic Flair
Located in Dallas, TX
52634 Rustic Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 09'04 x 13. Modern rustic meets patriotic flair in this hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Heriz rug. The faded geometric design and...
Wool
$7,080Sale Price|25% Off
W 105 in L 146 in
8'9"x12'1" Red Antique Persian Heriz Clean Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Crimson Red, Antique Persian Heriz, Clean, Very Good Condition, Light Blue Corners, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches ...
Wool
$4,680Sale Price|25% Off
W 86 in L 120 in
7'2"x10' Clay Red Antique Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Clay Red, Antique Persian Heriz with Light Blue Corners, Even Wear, Good Condition and Clean, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0....
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Tunisian Rug, Wool, Geometric Yellow Motif, 1940
Located in Norwalk, CT
An early 20th century brightly colored vintage Tunisian rug with a center pattern in an all over geometric yellow motif. This rug measures at 9' x 13'6.
Wool
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
W 100 in L 138 in
Antique Persian Heriz Design Rug with Rustic Arts & Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52667, distressed antique Persian Heriz Design rug with Rustic Arts & Crafts style. This hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Heriz design rug features a large octofoil cente...
Wool
$2,367Sale Price|25% Off
W 88 in L 117 in
Tomato Red, Antique Persian Heriz, Geometric Design, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted 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...
Wool
$7,847Sale Price|25% Off
W 112 in L 154 in
Barn Red Antique Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Clean Oriental 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...
Wool
$3,093Sale Price|25% Off
W 57 in L 73 in
Red Antique Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Great Condition Cleaned 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...
Wool
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
W 91 in L 130 in
Distressed Antique Persian Heriz Design Rug with Rustic Artisan Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52670, distressed antique Persian Heriz Design rug with Rustic Artisan Cottage style. This hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Heriz design rug features a large lobed floral...
Wool
$7,650
W 106.3 in L 137.01 in
Antique Rust Red Heriz Rug with All-Over Design of Stylised Leafs and Palmettes
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Heriz rugs are among the most sought after decorative weavings, especially because they combine beautifully stylised Persianate patterns with colours that are closer to Weste...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Bakhtiari Garden Box Square Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-Century Bakhtiari Square 10-foot size Rug Details rug no. j2878 size 10' 7" x 10' 10" (323 x 330 cm)
Wool
$40,000
W 148 in L 168 in
Antique Amritsar Rug in Beige-Brown Tones with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
On the Design: Admirers of the craft will note an inspiration from Persian rugs of Heriz Serapi provenance in this rug’s large-scale rosette medallion and geometric floral patterns.
Wool
Beautiful Vintage Large Heriz Style European Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice European rug with a Heriz design and orange field, purple, pink, green and yellow, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool, Cotton
Heriz Rug Oversize Unusual Design
Located in Ferrara, IT
An unusual antique Heriz rug. This is an extraordinary antique Heriz rug, a true masterpiece of weaving artistry. Measuring approximately 713cm x 455cm, this rug commands attention w...
Wool
Early 20th Century Bashir Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
Keywords: Rug, carpet, textile, Serapi, Tabriz, Heriz, Kirmanshah, Bakshaish, Kilim, Khotan, Samarkand.
Wool
19th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
Keywords: Rug, carpet, textile, Serapi, Tabriz, Heriz, Kirmanshah, Bakshaish, Kilim, Khotan, Samarkand
Wool
$7,815Sale Price|30% Off
W 91.34 in L 131.11 in
Large Red Oriental Geometric Rug Handwoven Wool Rustic Rugs for Sale 232x333cm
Located in Wembley, GB
This beautiful wool area rug was constructed by hand in the 1900s and features a fantastic central medallion and surround design. Woven on a red background with an array of colours i...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Vintage Turkish Oushak Oversize Rug, Wool Pile, Geometric Medallion, 1900s
Located in Barrington, IL
Dimensions: 11’ 7” x 14’ 1” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Turkey Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes Condition: Wear con...
Wool
Hand-Knotted Antique Heriz Persian Style Rug in Red Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Enjoying the artistic vision of one of the finest German workshops circa 1920-1930, this 8x11 ode to antique Persian Heriz rug styles is a rare piece in its lineage. A graceful piece...
Silk
Late 19th Century Karebak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
Keywords: Rug, carpet, textile, Serapi, Tabriz, Heriz, Kirmanshah, Bakshaish, Kilim, Khotan, Samarkand.
Wool
$9,380
W 111 in L 155 in
The Imperial Rhapsody: An Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Tribal Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
54151 Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 09'03 x 12'11. The Imperial Rhapsody: An Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Tribal Grandeur. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug embod...
Wool
$7,900Sale Price|20% Off
W 101 in L 145 in
The Revered Court: An Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
52668 Antique Turkish Heriz Rug, 08'05 x 12'01. The Revered Court: An Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance. This hand knotted wool antique Turkish Heriz rug embodie...
Wool
$7,728Sale Price|20% Off
W 119 in L 154 in
The Octagonal Sovereign: An Antique Turkish Heriz Masterpiece of Imperial Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
52839 Distressed Antique Overdyed Turkish Heriz Rug, 09'11 x 12'10. There is a commanding presence woven into this hand-knotted wool antique Turkish Heriz rug—an authority that feels...
Wool
Vintage Persian Shabby Chic Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Shabby Chic Persian pillow in blues, orangy red. 16'' x 23''
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Brown Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
The elaborately pendanted navy octogramme medallion is set on a semi-geometric field of angular vines, formal leaves and abstract flowers. The abrashed brown corners have a hint of r...
Wool
Persian Serapi Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th century Persian Serapi rug. 1'3'' x 1'4''
Wool, Cotton, Foam
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.
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