$1,557Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Decorative Baluchi Rug, Middle Eastern, Hall, Lounge Carpet, circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative Baluchi rug. A Middle Eastern, hand-woven hall or lounge carpet, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.
Textile
Vintage Afghan Baluchi rug, hand knotted, natural dyed wool, 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning vintage Baluchi rug, a hand-woven textile traditionally made by Baluchi tribes in the border regions of Afghanistan and Iran.
Wool
Antique Baluchi Rug with deer motif, hand-knotted and natural dyed wool
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning antique hand-knotted Baluch rug featuring geometric and stylized deer motifs in deep red, orange, and black hues. It is woven by the nomadic ...
Wool
Vintage Persian Afghan Baluch Hand Knotted Area Rug Runner Carpet
Located in Dayton, OH
Baluchi rug, Baluchi also spelled Baloochi or Balochi, floor covering woven by the Baloch people living in Afghanistan and eastern Iran.
Wool
Vintage Baluchi Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful vintage Afghani Baluchi prayer rug with an all-over stylized floral pattern woven in crimson, indigo, brown, and gold vegetable dyed wool surrounded by two geometric patt...
Wool
Vintage Afghan Tribal Square Prayer Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
Another staple of Afghanistan is Baluchi rugs, most notably Baluchi prayer rugs. They are made by Afghanistan’s Baloch people in the south-western part of the country.
Wool
$1,650
Vintage Baluchi Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful vintage Afghani Baluchi runner with three large diamond medallions woven with repeated crimson and black stylized scrolling vine motif, and surrounded by a border with mu...
Wool
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
Old Vintage Beluch Carpet, Cental Asian Baluch Beluchi Baluchi Baluchistan Rug
Located in Tokyo, JP
They are mostly designed geometrically with lines and surfaces, creating abstract and non-abstract patterns. Mehrabi is a prayer rug designed in the Balochi style, and it typically f...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$1,504Sale Price|20% Off
Old Vintage Beluch Carpet, Cental Asian Baluch Beluchi Baluchi Baluchistan Rug
Located in Tokyo, JP
They are mostly designed geometrically with lines and surfaces, creating abstract and non-abstract patterns. Mehrabi is a prayer rug designed in the Balochi style, and it typically f...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$3,946Sale Price|20% Off
Large, Baluchi Hallway Runner, Persian, Hall, Rug, Carpet, Mid-20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage Baluchi hallway runner. A Persian, woven hall rug or carpet, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1960.
Textile
Vintage Baluchi Prayer rug, hand-knotted in natural dyed wool, Afghanistan 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a charming vintage Baluchi prayer rug in vibrant colors. The rug features geometric pattern in orange and navy, burgundy, green and ivory tones consiste...
Wool
Antique 19th Century Baluch Rug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful handwoven red, blue, tan, and off-white Baluch rug. Sometimes spelled as "Balouch" or "Baluchi", Baluch rugs are a type of handwoven tribal rug that originates from the ...
Wool
$386Sale Price|75% Off
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, 1910s, 1C975
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Afghan rug from Baluchi region. This prayer rug made in the beginning of 20th century, it is in original condition, has some low pile.
Wool
Baluch Afghan Persian part Kilim Handwoven Rug 218 x 129 cm (Flat-Weave Carpet)
Located in Leeds, GB
A Baluchi Afghan / Persiann part kilim rug, approximately 7'2" x 4'3", dating from the mid to late 20th century.
Wool
Vintage Baluch Afghan Persian Handwoven Rug 229 x 110 cm (7'6" x 3'9") Mid c20th
Located in Leeds, GB
A Baluchi Afghan / Persian rug, approximately 7'6" x 3'9", dating from the mid to late 20th century.
Wool
Modern Afghan Baluchi Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Modern Baluchi Rug, 100% Wool, Hand Woven in Afghanestan
Wool
Floral Antique Persian Baluchi Rug
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Antique Baluchi rug with large flowers in the center and repeating swirl pattern around the edges.
Multicolored Antique Persian Baluchi Rug
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Antique Persian Baluchi rug with multicolored repeating patterns in the center.
Antique Baluchi Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Persian tribal rug. Unusual white ground and geometric design. Hand-knotted, natural dyes. Worn pile with conserved sides and missing ends as shown.
Wool
Red Orange Vintage Baluchi Rug
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Baluchi carpets are handmade.
19th Century Antique Baluchi Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a very nice tribal piece hailing from Baluchistan in Afghanistan.
Antique Baluch Rug
Located in New York, NY
The wool used in Baluchi rugs are normally handspun and Baluch rugs have been using natural and vegetable dyes.
Wool
Antique Baluch Rug
Located in New York, NY
The wool used in Baluchi rugs are normally handspun and Baluch rugs have been using natural and vegetable dyes.
Wool
Baluch Traditional Hand-Knotted Rug, 1920s
Located in Warsaw, PL
Baluchi rugs are tribal by nature and are initially made to be used inside tribal tents which are often mobile and move from one place to another.
Wool, Goat Hair
Persian Baluchi Area Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Baluchi Area rug, circa 1940. Measures: 4' x 7' 5".
Wool
Tribal Baluchi Area Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Baluchi area rug circa 1940 Measures: 3' 10" x 7' 3" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Plum Border color: Raspberry-red Accent color: Ivory...
Wool
Vintage Persian Baluchi Area Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Persian Baluchi area rug, circa 1940 Measures: 3' 3" x 5' 10" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Midnight-Blue Border color: Raspberry-Red Accent colo...
Wool
Persian Baluchi Area Rug with Goat Design, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Baluchi Area rug with goat design Vintage, circa 1940 Measures: 3'4" x 6'4" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Pale-red Border color: Black ...
Wool
Antique Baluchi Area Rug with Bird Design, circa 1920
Located in Northridge, CA
Antique Baluchi Area rug with bird design, circa 1920 Measures: 3' 6" x 6' 7" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Charcoal-black Border color: Rust-r...
Wool
Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Baluchi gallery runner, circa 1940. Measures: 5' 3" x 12' 9" Hand-knotted wool pile rug on a cotton foundation.
Wool
1940s Vintage Tribal Baluchi Gallery Runner
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Tribal Baluchi gallery runner, circa 1940. Measures: 6' 2" x 12' 9" Hand-knotted wool pile rug, cotton foundation.
Wool
Tribal Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Baluchi gallery runner, circa 1940 Measures: 5' 1" x 11' 3" Hand-knotted wool pile rug on a cotton foundation.
Wool
Persian Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Baluchi Gallery runner, circa 1940 Measures: 4' 4" x 8' 8" Hand-knotted wool pile rug, cotton foundation.
Wool
Tribal Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Baluchi gallery runner, circa 1940 Measures: 5' 1" x 13' 1" Hand-knotted wool pile rug on a cotton foundation.
Wool
Tribal Persian Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Persian Baluchi Gallery Runner circa 1940 Measures: 4' 4" x 8' 9" Hand-knotted wool pile rug, cotton foundation.
Wool
Tribal Persian Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1930
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Persian Baluchi Gallery runner, circa 1930. Measures: 5' 5" x 12' 7".
Wool
Persian Baluchi Tribal Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Baluchi tribal gallery runner, circa 1940 Measures: 5' x 13' 3" Hand-knotted wool pile rug on a cotton foundation.
Wool
Tribal Baluchi Bukhara Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Baluchi Bukhara Gallery runner, circa 1940.
Wool
Tribal Persian Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Persian Baluchi gallery runner circa 1940 Measures: 5' 5" x 10' Hand-knotted, abrash wool pile on a cotton foundation. Field color: Cherry-red Border color: Cherr...
Wool
Tribal Baluchi Gallery Runner with Abrash, circa 1900
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Baluchi gallery runner with abrash circa 1900 Measures: 5' 3" x 11' 6" Hand-knotted wool pile rug, cotton foundation Field: Black Border: Cherry-Red Accent: Beige, Burgundy
Wool
Black Tribal Persian Baluchi Gallery Runner, circa 1900
Located in Northridge, CA
Black tribal Persian Baluchi gallery runner circa 1900 Measures: 5' 2" x 13' Hand-knotted wool pile rug, cotton foundation Field: Black Border: Cherry-Red Accent: Gold, Light-Blu...
Wool
Unavailable
W 30.71 in L 49.61 in
Baluchi Golden Yellow, Red, Green and Beige Rug Hand Knotted, Late 20th Century
Located in Valencia, Spain
This vintage rug from the 1980s, creates a dynamic aesthetic through rich colors and traditional patterns. It dominates the beige color that is mixed among multiple colors such as g...
Wool
Unavailable
W 33.08 in L 46.46 in
Baluchi White, Red, Pink, Green and Beige Rug Hand Knotted, Late 20th Century
Located in Valencia, Spain
This vintage rug from the 1980s, creates a dynamic aesthetic through rich colors and traditional patterns. It dominates the beige color that is mixed among multiple colors such as w...
Wool
Unavailable
W 81.89 in L 116.54 in
1980 Baluchi Yellow, Blue and Beige Rug or Carpet Hand Knotted Late 20th Century
Located in Valencia, Spain
This vintage rug from the 1980s, creates a dynamic aesthetic through rich colors and traditional patterns. In it the orange color predominates that mixes between multiple colors suc...
Wool
Vintage Baluchi Rug 7'8" x 4'2"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this Vintage Baluchi Rug. Featuring intricate geometric patterns in rich, earthy tones, this rug showcases traditional craftsmanshi...
Wool
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Tribal Medallion Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Persian Hand Knotted Red Tribal Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand-knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Tribal Medallion Red Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Geometric All-Over Red Black Baluchi Rug circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and cotton foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Red Tribal Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Persian Hand Knotted Red Black All-Over Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This beautiful Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile with cotton foundation.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Salmon Brown Tribal Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Red Orange Tribal Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Red Tribal Elephant Print Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Tribal Black Red Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Persian Hand Knotted Red Black All over Baluchi Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This beautiful Persian Baluch rug has wool pile with cotton foundation. The size is 4 feet 8 inch by 9 feet 3 inches which can make any environment a bit more warm and cozy or perfec...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Afghani Wool Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Another staple of Afghanistan is Baluchi rugs, most notably Baluchi prayer rugs. They are made by Afghanistan's Baloch people in the south-western part of the country.
Wool
Fine Semi Antique Afghan Balouch Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
Another staple of Afghanistan is Baluchi rugs, most notably Baluchi prayer rugs. They are made by Afghanistan's Baloch people in the south-western part of the country.
Wool
Fine Semi Antique Afghan Door Matt Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
Another staple of Afghanistan is Baluchi rugs, most notably Baluchi prayer rugs. They are made by Afghanistan's Baloch people in the south-western part of the country.
Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Antique Baluchi Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Baluchi kilim rug with a bold multi-colored zigzag pattern arranged in stripes with solid colored stripes between.
Wool
Semi-Antique Afghan Baluchi Wool Rug 6'1" x 3' 2"
Located in Atlanta, GA
Semi-Antique Afghan Baluchi Wool Rug or carpet 6'1" x 3' 2".
Wool
Masaai, Tribal Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
The other vector is based upon Baluchi prayer rugs from North East Persia or Afghanistan.
Wool
Emilie, Tribal Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
The other vector is based upon Baluchi prayer rugs from North East Persia or Afghanistan.
Wool
Early 20th Century Kurdish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Looks like a Baluchi version of a Turkmen rug, but with a cerulean blue field it is probably Kurdish, with three columns of simple “Union Jack” guls, and a border adapted from the “A...
Wool
Persian Hand Knotted Red All-Over Elephant Print Baluch Rug, circa 1970
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluch rug has wool pile and foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Geometric Bird Motif Red Baluchi Rug, circa 1970
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Baluchi rug has wool pile and cotton foundation which are hand knotted by the nomads of Baluchi.
Wool, Cotton
Fine Semi Antique Afghan Balouch Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
Another staple of Afghanistan is Baluchi rugs, most notably Baluchi prayer rugs. They are made by Afghanistan's Baloch people in the south-western part of the country.
Wool
Unusual Baluchi Prayer Rug, Circa 1930
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Beautiful early 20th century Persian hand-woven prayer rug having lavender, lilac, orange, yellow, red, brown, and black color palette with central geometric lozenge design.
Wool
Vintage Baluchi Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Baluchi rug with French blue field, pomegranate orange, ivory and natural brown wool details and border.
Wool
Antique Persian Baluchi Rug
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Antique Persian Baluchi rug with blue creatures and warm hues pattern surrounding them.
Brown and Green Antique Baluchi Rug
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Antique Baluchi rug with three large geometric shapes running down the middle with white line details surrounding the.
Vintage Persian Baluchi Rug with Peacock Design
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Persian Baluchi rug with peacock design, circa 1940 Measures: 5' x 9' 9" Hand-knotted wool pile rug, cotton foundation Field color: Pale-red Border color: Pale-r...
Wool
Tribal Persian Baluchi Area Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Tribal Persian Baluchi area rug. circa 1940 Measures: 5' 2" x 9' 5" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field: Deep-red Border: Deep-red Accent: Ivory, black, gold.
Wool
Handmade Vintage Afghan Baluch Rug, 1940s, 1C926
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage Afghan Baluch rug in pink and olive colors. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century, it is in original good condition. -condition: original good, -circa:...
Wool
$1,132Sale Price|70% Off
W 40.16 in L 127.17 in
Handmade Antique Persian Serab Runner Rug 3.3' x 10.6' 1920s - 1C1165
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This stunning handmade antique Persian Serab runner rug dates back to the 1920s and showcases a classic tribal geometric design. Woven with high-quality wool, it features a warm eart...
Wool
$302Sale Price|70% Off
W 25.6 in L 44.49 in
Handmade Antique Persian Karajeh Rug 2.1' x 3.7' 1910s - 1C1156
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique Persian Karajeh rug, dating back to the 1910s, is a remarkable example of traditional tribal craftsmanship. Woven with high-quality wool, it features a striking geometri...
Wool
Vintage Oriental Rug Tribal Carpet Red Wool Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This harmonious wool rug has been woven with a fantastic all-over design. Featuring a highly-decorative repeat pattern central design woven in colors of orange, rust and brown accent...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
$2,750
W 98 in L 142 in
Vintage Hand Knotted Pakistani Pak-Persian Wool Area Rug Floral Carpet 8 x 12'
Located in Dayton, OH
A large and Impressive Pakistani Pak-Persian geometric wool area rug. Features a hand knotted pile with geometric foliate designs. The foreground of the rug is red with blue, beige...
Wool
$2,859
W 53.15 in L 114.18 in
Vintage Kakaberu Rug, hand-knotted, thick and soft, 100% wool, Kurdistan 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning vintage Kakaberu rug. The rug is hand-woven, with the dominant colors of rich, dark shades of red and navy blue, often highlighted with black...
Wool
Antique 1920s Persian Senneh Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool, 1.10' x 3.2' -1C1248
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite antique rug comes from Senneh (modern-day Sanandaj), the capital of the Persian Kurdistan province. Renowned for producing the most delicate and finely knotted village...
Wool
Vintage Afghan Baluch Handwoven Rug (Distressed Oriental Carpet Balouch)
Located in Leeds, GB
A vintage Afghan Baluch rug, approximately 7' x 3'10", circa 1970. The pale biege coloured field with with central column of medallions, enclosed by multiple geometric blue, green an...
Wool
$16,398
W 68.12 in L 90.56 in
Antique Rug, Handmade Carpet Oriental Caucasian Rug, Living Room Rug for Sale
Located in Wembley, GB
This Oriental rug originates from Azerbaijan; it has been hand-woven with hand-pun wool and dyed with 100% organic vegetable dyes. With a multi-layered border and a symmetrical patte...
Wool, Organic Material, Cotton
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
W 56.5 in L 192 in
Handwoven Antique Runner Rug, Long Traditional Oriental Wool Rug
Located in Miami, FL
This captivating antique hand-knotted wool runner rug, possibly woven in the late 19th or early 20th century, showcases the enduring artistry of traditional rug-making. The central m...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber
Antique Afghan Baluch Rug with Mushwani Design, circa 1900/20
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Antique Afghan Baluch rug of traditional ‘mushwani’ design, the rug is of a dark palette with warm copper coloured back ground. Circa 1900/20. The rug has the traditional Mushw...
Antique Baluch Rug, Traditional Yaquab Khani Design, Circa 1900
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Antique Baluch rug, with traditional design often found in both Timuri and Yaqub Khani weavings Circa 1900 A very nice Baluch rug, with a very pleasing detailed compartment design ...
Wool
Baluch Afghan Persian Handwoven Rug 211 x 98 cm (Oriental Carpet Balouch)
Located in Leeds, GB
A Baluch rug of Afghan / Persian origin, approximately 6'11" x 3'3", dating from the mid to late 20th century. The indigo field with two serrated medallions enclosed by borders of st...
Wool
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug 3.5' x 5.7', 1910s - 1N117
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Own a piece of Central Asian nomadic history with this compelling Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, hand-knotted from high-quality tribal wool circa the 1910s. Baluch rugs, named after the ...
Wool
Antique Afghan Ersari Village Carpet, circa 1900
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
An antique Afghan carpet with traditional Ersari design, this carpet has superb colour with a very good warm red field. The carpet has three rows of five large guls which are drawn i...
Handmade Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug 2.6' x 4.2', 1950s - 1N116
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Introduce a focal point of rich color and genuine tribal artistry with this stunning Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug. Hand-knotted from durable, high-quality wool circa the 1950s, this r...
Wool
Vintage Afghan Kazak Wool Nomadic Area Rug Runner Geometric 8 Point Stars
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century wool nomadic Kazak rug from Afghanistan. Features a field of blue with geometric design and colorful border of 8 point stars.
Wool
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Teardrop Pendant, by JDP Interiors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pearl pendant features hand blown frosted glass in a teardrop shade with an unlacquered brass metal finish. Our take on a pearl earring. DIMENSIONS: 42.5" H x 10" W. Glass shad...
Brass
Handwoven Persian Royal Bokhara Geometric Wool Silk Area Rug Runner
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Persian hand knotted Royal Bokhara geometric wool and silk area rug, carpet or runner. Features a field of red with blacks and tans.
Wool
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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