$58,900
W 144 in L 229 in
The Imperial Apex: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
78650 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 12'00 x 19'01. Woven in the final decades of the 19th century
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Handwoven Luxury Red Rug, 12'5 x 19' Size
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Handwoven Luxury Red Rug is a remarkable piece of handcrafted
Wool
$21,000
W 114 in L 156 in
RugsOnNet Red Tribal Geometric Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Carpet Wool Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
Persian rugs. The Serapi designation refers to the highest quality, most finely knotted examples of this
Wool
$13,900
W 94 in L 138 in
Antique Persian Heriz Rug in Wool with Geometric Medallion Design in Jewel Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hand Knotted Antique Persian Serapi-Heriz Rug, Keivan Woven Arts / rug V21-211026, country of
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Wool, Tree of Life Design, Ivory Field
Located in Barrington, IL
, Persian rug with blue green red, Tree of Life Design Rugs, Vintage Heriz Serapi Rugs, Heriz Carpets
Wool, Cotton
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Carpet Handmade Oriental Rug
Located in Hudson, NY
SERAPI RUG: 8'8" X 10'8" Circa 1870's Red field with stylized meandering blossoms and an ivory
Wool
$41,999
W 144 in L 220 in
The Regal Crown: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Distinction
Located in Dallas, TX
79677 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 12'00 x 18'04. The Regal Crown: A Late 19th Century Persian
Wool
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
W 115 in L 136 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet with Arabesque Detail and Vine-Scroll Border
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet with Arabesque Detail and Vine-Scroll Border Keivan Woven Arts / Rug
Wool
$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
Wool
$35,000
W 115 in L 156 in
The Imperial Garden: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
79456 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 09'07 x 13'00. The Imperial Garden: A Late 19th Century Persian
Wool
$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
Wool
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
Wool
$12,460
W 98 in L 150 in
The Imperial Arbor: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
61530 Rare Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 08'02 x 12'06. Commanding and unapologetically bold, this
Wool
$40,600
W 129 in L 226 in
The Crimson Citadel: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Noble Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
79676 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 10'09 x 18'10. The Crimson Citadel: Late 19th Century Persian
Wool
$17,500
W 144 in L 176 in
The Sultan’s Emblem: A Late 19th Century Serapi Masterpiece of Ottoman Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
79412 Rare Antique Turkish Serapi Rug, 12'00 x 14'08. Woven in Eastern Anatolia during the final
Wool
$138,999
W 191 in L 311 in
The Imperial Garden: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
78845 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 15'11 x 25'11. Radiating commanding elegance
Wool
Antique Oversize Heriz Rug, Wool with Vegetable Dyes, NW Persia, 1920s
Located in Barrington, IL
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Late 19th-Century Turkish Heriz Serapi, Near Square Size, Pale Yellow, Green
Located in Barrington, IL
Late 19th Century Heriz Serapi Room Size Rug in a highly desirable "near square" size in pale
Wool, Cotton
$90,000
W 176 in L 224 in
1890s Camel Blue Antique Allover NW Persian Serapi Carpet 14'8" x 18'8" Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
region of Northwest Persia. Serapi rugs are celebrated for their distinctive geometric interpretations of
Wool
$22,500
W 111 in L 144 in
1910 Deep Red Blue Earth Tone Antique NW Persian Heriz Carpet 9'3"x12' Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Serapi Persian Geometric Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional Serapi exemplifies the finest
Wool
$58,500
W 144 in L 216 in
1890s Red Medallion Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Carpet 12'x18' knotted Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Medallion Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional Serapi exemplifies the finest weaving traditions
Wool
$38,000
W 147 in L 190 in
1890s Red Medallion Tribal Antique Persian Serapi Carpet 12'3" x 15'10" Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
unparalleled decorative appeal. Serapi rugs of this scale are highly sought after for their ability to define
Wool
1920s Vintage Persian Karajeh Area Rug with Geometric Medallions
Located in Barrington, IL
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Wool, Cotton
$26,000
W 120 in L 159 in
1890s Rust Red Ivory Antique N.W. Persian Serapi Carpet 10' x 13'3" Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
1890s Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional Serapi represents the pinnacle of late 19th-century
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79230 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 10'00 x 15'01. Woven in the twilight of the
Wool
$21,000
W 137 in L 173 in
1880s Red Navy Blue Antique N.W. Persian Serapi Carpet 11'5" x 14'5" Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
1890s Rug, Country of Origin: Iran / Persia, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional example of a Serapi rug
Wool
$16,799
W 116 in L 160 in
The Imperial Arbor: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Opulence
Located in Dallas, TX
79591 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 09'08 x 13'04. The Imperial Arbor: A Late 19th Century Persian
Wool
$27,300
W 109 in L 151 in
A Regal Rosette: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Noble Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
79550 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 09'01 x 12'07. Woven during the Late 19th Century, this hand
Wool
$31,500
W 125 in L 160 in
The Qajar Sovereign: An Antique Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79558 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 10'05 x 13'04. The Qajar Sovereign: An Antique Persian Serapi
Wool
$39,200
W 142 in L 220 in
The Crimson Sovereign: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79590 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 11'10 x 18'04. The Crimson Sovereign: Late 19th Century Persian
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Runner with Red Field and Tribal Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Woven Arts/ rug/C26-0223-241, country of origin / type: Iran / Serapi, circa 1900. Antique Persian
Wool
The Imperial Axis: A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Power
Located in Dallas, TX
78547 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 10'02 x 12'06. The Imperial Axis: A Late 19th Century Persian
Wool
Antique Serapi Carpet, Spectacular
Located in Evanston, IL
historic market designation rather than a geographic origin. Serapi rugs are distinguished from other
Wool
$111,000
W 180 in L 264 in
1880s Rust Red Navy Antique Geometric NW Persian Serapi Carpet 15'x22' Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
any sophisticated interior. The defining characteristics of Serapi rugs are evident in the robust
Wool
$12,000
W 32 in L 208 in
1880s Primitive Large Scale Antique Serapi Carpet 2'8" x 17'4" Wool Rug Runner
Located in New York, NY
19th Century N.W. Serapi Carpet ( 2'8" x 17'4" - 80 x 528 ) Antique Serapi Large Hallway Runner
Wool
$11,324
W 46.07 in L 58.27 in
Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Silk Rug Rare Medallion 117cm × 148cm 4×5 c.1920
Located in New York, NY
This rare antique Persian Silk Heriz Serapi rug, circa 1920, features an exquisite geometric
Silk
$15,000
W 114 in L 147 in
1900s Red Ivory Blue Antique N.W. Persian Serapi Carpet 9'6" x 12'3" Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
rugs. Serapi pieces are highly prized for their robust construction and distinct aesthetic, often
Wool
$22,685Sale Price|35% Off
W 127 in L 216 in
Oversized Persian Heriz Karajah Rug, Wool, Geometric Design, 1900s
Located in Barrington, IL
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$19,599
W 110 in L 153 in
The Noble Citadel: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Distinction
Located in Dallas, TX
79686 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 09'02 x 12'09. The Noble Citadel: Late 19th Century Persian
Wool
Late-19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Carpet
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Heriz Carpets Serapi Rugs and Persian Bakshaish Carpets – The carpets of northwest Persia
Wool, Cotton
$21,599Sale Price|20% Off
W 114 in L 148 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet Handmade Oriental Rug Rusty Red, Light Blue, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England
Wool
$16,185Sale Price|35% Off
W 134 in L 188 in
Vintage Persian Heriz Oversize Rug, Handwoven Wool, Geometric Design, 1900s
Located in Barrington, IL
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$5,599
W 60 in L 80 in
The Heritage Axis: Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Distinction
Located in Dallas, TX
79588 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 05'00 x 06'08. The Heritage Axis: Early 20th Century Persian
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Red & Navy, 20th Century
Located in Barrington, IL
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Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Wool Pile, Organic Dyes, NW Persia, 1900s
Located in Barrington, IL
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$18,079Sale Price|20% Off
W 96 in L 125 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Rug Light Blue, Ivory, Rusty Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
Nobel Family. Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and
Wool
$28,799Sale Price|20% Off
W 96 in L 119 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet Handmade Oriental Rug Light Blue, Ivory, Rusty Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
Nobel Family. Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Heriz Karajeh Rug in Brick Red, Ivory, Navy
Located in Barrington, IL
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Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Runner, Wool & Cotton, Late 1800s
Located in Barrington, IL
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Antique Persian Serapi - Size: 19 ft 2 in x 11 ft 2 in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Antique Serapi Rug is a captivating testament to the artistry and cultural heritage of the
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Turkish Heriz Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Geometric Design, 1920s
Located in Barrington, IL
-century Turkish rug, designer Turkish rug, Antique Heriz Serapi Rugs, Antique Heriz Rugs, Serapi Heriz
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Geometric Design, 1920s
Located in Barrington, IL
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Antique Heriz Serapi Runner, Handwoven Wool, Persian Design, 1900s
Located in Barrington, IL
, vintage Persian runner, early 1900s Heriz rug, Persian Serapi rug, terracotta Persian rug, abrash red
Wool
Antique Large 100% Wool Tabriz Persian Rug Carpet 390x310cm 13ftx10ft
Located in London, GB
features cream and blue nuances, bold geometric patterns and vibrant colours, this Heriz Serapi rug adds
Wool
Vintage Room Size Persian Heriz Karajah, Wool & Cotton, Early 20th Century
Located in Barrington, IL
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Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Runner, Wool with Vegetable Dyes
Located in Barrington, IL
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19th Century Geometric Tribal Serapi Heriz Tabriz Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
differ from their cousins, the Serapi Rugs and the Bakshaish rugs. Further, some carpets from this region
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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