Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'6'' x 5'1''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'6'' x 5'1''. This all-Herati rug shows the same pattern uniformly on the brown
Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'6'' x 5'1''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'6'' x 5'1''. This all-Herati rug shows the same pattern uniformly on the brown
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a turn-of-the-century Persian Bidjar rug. Polyfill insert and zipper closure
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Antique Oversize Persian Bidjar Rug, Allover Herati Geometric Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
A remarkable example of early 20th-century Persian craftsmanship, this vintage oversized Bidjar rug
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 7'7" W x 11'3
Wool
Zabihi Collection Rustic Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful room-size early 20th-century Persian Bidjar Rug Details rug no. j2355 size 10' 3" x 13
Wool
Breathtaking Early 20th Century Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A breathtaking early 20th century Persian Bidjar rug with repeated willow, cypress, other trees-of
Wool
Gorgeous Early 20th Century Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Bidjar rug with an all-over stylized paisley pattern woven in
Wool
Beautiful Mid-20th Century Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful mid-20th century Persian Bidjar rug with a large twelve-lobed floral crimson medallion
Wool
Bidjar Rug 3'5'' x 4'8''
Located in New York, NY
Bidjar rug 3'5'' x 4'8''. This west Persian village scatter with the characteristic navy octofoil
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information Dimensions: 4'6" W x 7'1" L
Wool
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug - Size: 12'6 X 10'2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bidjar rugs, often referred to as the "Iron Rugs of Persia," are renowned for their exceptional
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug - Size: 8'10 X 12'4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bidjar rugs, often referred to as the "Iron Rugs of Persia," are renowned for their exceptional
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Bidjar rug with a wonderful floral medallion living amidst a field of
Wool
Antique Hand-Knotted Bidjar Rug – Geometric Persian Durability
Located in New York, NY
This antique Bidjar rug showcases a striking geometric medallion design, meticulously handwoven in
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 3'0" x 3'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar rug 3' x 3'4''. On a creamy sand ground are set five offset rows of oval, open
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bidjar Rug 7'11'' x 10'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 7'11'' x 10'6''. The coral tan field shows yen reversing, offset rows of
Wool
Oversized 19th Century Persian Bidjar Rug with Medallion Design
Located in Barrington, IL
A striking and rare find, this oversized 19th century Persian Bidjar rug is a testament to the
Wool
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'8'' x 5'3''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'8'' x 5'3''. All Herati field with cream central hexagon, rose sub-field and
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable early 20th century Persian Bidjar rug with an all-over trellis floral pattern woven
Wool
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug, Wool Pile, Allover Herati Pattern, 1900s
Located in Barrington, IL
This exquisite room-size antique Persian Bidjar rug, dating to the early 1900s, features a timeless
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century Persian Bidjar rug stands out for its highly unusual design—an array of
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'2'' x 6'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'2'' x 6'6''. The ecru pointed ovals with lily "goosenecks" dominated the deep
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'7'' x 5'1''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'7'' x 5'1''. The red field uniformly displays an allover four column Herati
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bidjar Rug 1'5'' x 1'7''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 1'5'' x 1'7''. The navy indigo field presents a single stepped and corner
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Pair of Persian Bidjar Rug Pillows
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Persian Bidjar Rug Pillows. 19'' x 20'' & 17'' x 19'' Respectively. Details rug no. p3827
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug with Dense Floral Field.
Located in New York, NY
This antique Bidjar rug features a tightly packed allover floral pattern on a deep indigo field
Wool
Zabihi Collection Vintage Fish pattern Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
late 20th century Century Persian Bidjar rug with a herati "fish" design Measures: 3'9'' x 5'7''.
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'3'' x 5'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'3'' x 5'6''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'10'' x 5'4''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar rug 3.10'' x 5.4''. This modern Kurdish town scatter has the typical solid Bijar
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bidjar Rug 7'9'' x 11'6''
Located in New York, NY
Bidjar rug measures 7'9'' x 11'6''. The open navy field shows off the red, stepped medallion with
Wool
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'7'' x 5'3''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'7'' x 5'3''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'11'' x 6'1''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'11'' x 6'1''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bidjar Rug 5'7'' x 10'11''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 5'7'' x 10'11''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 3'6'' x 4'5''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 3'6'' x 4'5''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 8'10'' x 12'5''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 8'10'' x 12'5''. This board-like, compactly woven Kurdish scatter shows a red
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'7'' x 6'8''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'7'' x 6'8''. The navy indigo field displays a three by four allover pattern of
Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional early 20th century Persian Bidjar rug with a fantastic central field composed with a
Wool
Exceptional Early 20th Century Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional early 20th century Persian Bidjar rug with a fantastic central field composed with a
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'9'' x 7'1''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'9'' x 7'1''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bidjar Rug 3'7'' x 5'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 3'7'' x 5'2''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Bidjar Rug 9'3'' x 12'5''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 9'3'' x 12'5''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'0" x 5'3''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'0" x 5'3''. The town and surrounding Kurdish carpets of the eponym city, often
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 11'6'' x 18'0''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 11'6'' x 18'0''. This dark indigo ground example shows characteristic forked
Wool
Vintage Bidjar Rug 4'3'' x 6'10''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 4'3'' x 6'10''. A teal blue spearhead finialed octogramme medallion enclosing a
Wool, Cotton
Exceptional Late 19th Century Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional late 19th century Persian Bidjar rug with a fantastic central field composed with a
Wool
Zabihi Collection Jewel Toned Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
an authentic early 20th Century jewel toned Persian Bidjar Rug Details rug no. j3899 size 9' 1" x
Wool
Vintage Bidjar Rug 3'3'' x 3'3''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar rug 3'3'' x 3'3''. Round or oval rugs are woven on regular square or rectangular
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Bidjar Rug 4'11'' x 8'3''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 4'11'' x 8'3''. This is a semi-fine Kurdish city scatter with a type reputation
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Bidjar Rug 4'5'' x 7'7''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bidjar Rug 4'5'' x 7'7''. A visually extremely dynamic west Persian town scatter with a red
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kurd Bidjar Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Persian Kurd Bidjar Rug, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'8" W x
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'7'' x 7'3''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'7'' x 7'3''. Wool foundations, as here, characterize the extremely robust
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 4'4'' x 6'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bidjar rug. Meaures: 4.4'' x 6.4''. The rich indigo navy field shows an end-to-end, two
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Cypress Tree Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Rug with an abrashed orange and red all over cypress tree
Wool
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug with Large Medallion & Floral Borders.
Located in New York, NY
This antique Bidjar rug showcases a classic large medallion design with a red field, ivory center
Wool
Beautiful Oversized Antique Persian Bidjar Rug 12'10" x 20'3"
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful Oversized Antique Persian Bidjar Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1920
Wool
Antique Bidjar Rug 1.50m x 1.03m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A fabulous antique Bidjar rug, hand woven circa 1900. The rug features an indigo field of Herati
Wool
Incredible Late 19th Century Palatial Bidjar Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible late 19th century Persian palatial-scale Bidjar rug with a fantastic large-scale
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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