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Heriz Rugs 8 X 10

Antique Persian Heriz Rug. 8 ft 5 in x 10 ft 3 in
Located in New York, NY
: Persia, Circa date: 1920. Size: 8 ft 5 in x 10 ft 3 in (2.57 m x 3.12 m)
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Wool Transitional Heriz Rug, Red, Blue and Cream, Hand-Knotted, 8’ x 10’
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
-knotted Heriz carpet measures 8’5” x 10’10” and belongs to the Orley Shabahang Traditional Collection. The
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Early 2000s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Heriz Rug hand-knotted low wool pile vintage look 8 x 10 ft from India
By djoharian-design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
, entry This is a new rug and it can be made in custom sizes. Size: 10 x 8 ft or 305 x 244 cm (plus
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2010s Indian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Heriz Handmade Persian Medallion Designed Red Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
a center medallion design with yellow, green, pink, and blue accents. This rug measures 10' 4" x 13
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Afghan Oushak Hand Knotted 8 x 10 ft Carpet White Gray Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A beautiful 8 x 10 ft. modern contemporary transitional rug hand knotted wool pile. On a light gray
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2010s Afghan Oushak Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Antique Heriz Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
-over Classic motif. This rug measures 8' 7" x 10'.       
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Heriz Rug Hand Knotted Low Wool Pile Vintage Look Djoharian Collection
By djoharian-design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
, office, entry This is a new rug and it can be made in custom sizes. Size: 10 x 8 ft or 305 x 244 cm
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2010s Indian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Heriz Room Size Rug in Geometric Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
, quality, and decorative versatility. Dimensions: 8’ 10” x 12’ 10” Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
utilizing large areas of sparse ornamentation. This carpet is 9' 10" x 8 '4" .
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Semi-Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
woven in Karadja, a neighboring village. 10' 2" x 7' 8"
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Vintage 1940s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Superior Luxury Heriz Persian Rug 8x10 in Silk by Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
silk in 8 x 10 ft By Djoharian Design. Modern design rug in style of a Persian Heriz in a new layered
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2010s Nepalese Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Heriz, Serapi Oriental Carpet, Most Decorative
Located in Evanston, IL
Ask for dealer shipping. Size 10 ft 11 in x 8 ft 7 in Description Antique northwest Persian
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Superior Luxury Rug Heriz, Contemporary Rug in Silk by Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
x 10 ft By Djoharian Design. Modern desig rug in style of a Persian Heriz in a new layered look
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2010s Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Traditional Handwoven Luxury Semi Antique Heriz Wool Rust / Navy
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Semi Antique Heriz Wool Rust / Navy. Size: 8'-10" X 11'-8"
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Rug in Allover Pattern in Blue, Pink, Green
Located in Barrington, IL
sophisticated interior. Dimensions: 8’ 2” x 10’ 9” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s Place of
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Contemporary Rug Heriz Splashed Hand Knotted Modern Design Wool and Silk
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
10 ft By Djoharian Design. Modern desiger rug in style of a Persian Heriz in a new look. This
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2010s Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Round Heriz Silk Rug Contemporary Colors Gold Pink Turquoise by Djoharian Design
By djoharian-design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
x 8 ft By Djoharian Design. Modern design rug in style of a Persian Heriz in a new layered
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2010s Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Heriz Small Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
' 8" x 10' 11".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Once upon a time I was a Heriz, Contemporary Rug in Silk by Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
x 10 ft By Djoharian Design. Modern desig rug in style of a Persian Heriz in a new layered
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2010s Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Once Upon a Time I Was a Heriz, Contemporary Rug in Silk by Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
x 10 ft. By Djoharian Design. Modern design rug in style of a Persian Heriz in a new layered look
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2010s Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Once Upon a Time I Was a Heriz, Contemporary Rug in Silk by Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
x 10 ft By Djoharian Design. Modern desig rug in style of a Persian Heriz in a new layered
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2010s Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Vintage Persian Heriz in Geometric Pattern in Red, Navy, Ivory, French Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
authentic, colorful, and well-balanced statement piece. Dimensions: 8’ 2” x 10’ 5” Date of Manufacture
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Heriz in Geometric Pattern in Brick-Red, Navy, Ivory, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
collectors seeking a vibrant and timeless foundation for any interior. Dimensions: 8’ 1”’ x 10’ 9” Date of
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Heriz Runner in Allover Geometric Pattern in Ivory, Green, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
natural color. Dimensions: 2' 10" x 8' 7" Date of Manufacture: 2ndt Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Karadja Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
blue floral vinery border. 14' 10" x 10' 8".
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Vintage 1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Northwest Persian Bakshaish Runner
Located in Closter, NJ
border. In excellent condition with the original macrame end finish. 14' 10" x 3' 8".
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

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Wool

Traditional Handwoven Luxury Semi Antique Persian Heriz Wool Red / Navy
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Semi Antique Persian Heriz Wool Red / Navy. Size: 8'-1" X 10'-9".
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Recent Sales

Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Modernized Persian Heriz Rug by Gordian
By Gordian Rugs
Located in New York, NY
beautiful statement in any home. Shown in 8 x 10.
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Modernized Persian Heriz Rug by Gordian
By Gordian Rugs
Located in New York, NY
beautiful statement in any home. Shown in 8 x 10.
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Fine Persian Heriz Serapi Rug, circa 1970
Located in Northridge, CA
Fine Persian Heriz Serapi rug circa 1970 Measures: 8' 11" x 12' 10" Hand-knotted wool pile
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Rust Colored, No Medallion, Wool, 1915
Located in Williamsburg, VA
geometric herati motif, circa 1915. Room size, size: 8-10 x 11-8.  
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Early 20th Century Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Hand Knotted Wool Navy and Red Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
red border. The rug measures 8' 1" x 10' 6".  
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Rug 'Old Heriz', Rust Field, Wool, 1870
Located in Williamsburg, VA
came from a collector who lived in Coconut Grove, FL. Room size: 8-11 x 10-11 (9 x 11).
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Antique 1870s Central Asian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Rust Colored with Green and Navy, Wool, 1920
Located in Williamsburg, VA
Classic geometric Heriz Serapi motif, circa 1920. Room size: 6-8 x 9-10.    
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Early 20th Century Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Signed Persian Bakhtiari Heriz, circa 1920
Located in Northridge, CA
Antique signed Persian Bakhtiari Heriz circa 1920 Measures: 8' 7" x 10' 7" Hand-knotted wool
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Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

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Wool

Oversized fine Afghan Turkmen Rug - 120 KPSI
Located in Muscat, OM
Heriz - 361 x 545 cm Transform your space with the exquisite Heriz Handmade Rug, a stunning piece
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2010s Afghan Heriz Serapi Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Transitional Heriz Serapi Wool Carpet, Red, Indigo, Cream, 8' x 10'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Featuring an all-over geometric and tribal pattern, this hand-knotted Persian Heriz Serapi carpet
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2010s Indian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Room Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug. Size: 10 ft x 13 ft (3.05 m x 3.96 m)
Located in New York, NY
date: 1920. Size: 10 ft x 13 ft (3.05 m x 3.96 m) This magnificent room size antique Persian Heriz rug
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Chinese Deco Carpet, 8' x 10'
Located in Chicago, IL
border with flowering branches and vases with flowers. Reza's Rug Gallery #: R55 Keywords: Rug
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool

Traditional Persian Heriz Intermediate Rug
Located in New York, NY
, Heriz rugs are found in the 8 x 10, 9 x 12 room size formats, circa 1940. Measures: 6'4” x 9'4".
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20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Heriz Modern Design Area Rug Gray, Beige, Red, Salmon, Hand Knotted Wool Silk
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
rural India. The size is circa 8 x 10 ft / 300 x 250 cm.
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2010s Indian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Bamboo

Modern Oushak Grey Rug Hand Knotted Wool Pile and Bamboo Silk Heriz Karaja style
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A beautiful 8 x 10 ft. modern Oushak Durva rug hand knotted wool pile and bamboo silk. On a light
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2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

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Wool, Bamboo

Rustic Geometric Antique Persian Heriz Karadja Carpet, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
. Typically found in 8 x 10, 9 x 12 formats, this one measures in the 10 x 14 range Condition is very good
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Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Yve, Ziegler Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
work well in any context, overall style or period. Measure: 8' 10" x 11' 10".
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani More Carpets

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Wool

Yve, Ziegler Area Rug
Yve, Ziegler Area Rug
W 106 in L 142 in
Lucia, Ziegler Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
work well in any context, overall style or period. Measures: 8' 0" x 9' 10".
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani More Carpets

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Wool

Lucia, Ziegler Area Rug
Lucia, Ziegler Area Rug
W 97 in L 118 in
Acuarela, Vibrance Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
work well in any context, overall style or period. Measures: 5' 10" x 7' 8".
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani More Carpets

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Wool

Late 19th Century Lavar Kermen Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
rug! Measures: 8' x 10'. Keywords: Rug, carpet, Tabriz, Heriz, Serapi, Kirmen, Kermen, Bakshaish.
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Rug in Style of Oushak Hand Knotted Contemporary Carpet
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A beautiful 8 x 10 ft. modern contemporary transitional rug hand knotted wool pile and bamboo silk
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2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool, Bamboo

One of a Kind Traditional Hand-Knotted Area Rug, Sepia
Located in Norwalk, CT
work well in any context, overall style or period. Measures: 8' 3" x 9' 10".  
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bohemian Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Keivan Woven Arts Sultanabad-Mahal Design in All-Over Floral Hand-Knotted Carpet
By Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts Sultanabad-Mahal Design in All-Over Floral Hand-Knotted Carpet. Measures: 8' x
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2010s Indian Sultanabad Indian Rugs

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Wool

Oversized Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug. Size: 10 ft 10 in x 20 ft 8 in
Located in New York, NY
, date circa late 19th century, size: 10 ft. 10 in x 20 ft. 8 in (3.3 m x 6.3 m) A grand medallion
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Antique Heriz Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
center medallion design, circa 1920. This rug measures 8' 2" x 10' 5".    
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Size 8' ft 11 in x 10 ft 6 in Description ANTIQUE northwest HERIZ carpet. circa date: 1950. A
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rustic Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Heriz Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
field. Measures: 8' 4" x 10' 0".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Heriz Style Azeri Rug Large Room Size Blue Vintage Area Carpet
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
beige ivory elements and motives. Unusual carpet. Size: approximate 300 x 250 cm / 10 x 8 ft. The
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Vintage 1980s Turkish Serapi Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Modern Rug Hand Knotted in Style of Heriz Serapi or Antique Sultanabad
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A beautiful 8 x 10 ft contemporary rug hand knotted wool and real mulberry silk pile. On a pinkish
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2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Modern Rug Hand Knotted Beige Blue Grey in Style of Heriz Serapi
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A beautiful 8 x 10 ft. modern rug hand knotted wool pile and bamboo silk. On a light beige field
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2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool, Bamboo

Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
with natural dyes on a cotton foundation. It has a squarish size and measures 9' 8'' x 10' 7'' and in
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Antique Persian Heriz Rug
W 116 in L 127 in
Antique Hand Knotted Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
very useful size for your home or office. It measure 8' 3'' x 10' 6'' and in great condition.
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Room Size Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a fantastic hand-knotted antique Persian Heriz rug. It measures 8' x 10' 6'' with a
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Runner Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
space. It measures 2' 7'' x 8' 10'' and in great condition.
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Old Heriz Carpet with a Traditional All over Design
Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, GB
Size: 10 ft 8 in x 7 ft 10 in (325 x 240cm). Old Heriz carpet with a traditional all-over design
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

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Genuine hand knotted oriental area rug. Features a colorful blue and gold geometric design. Hand woven from wool, 144kpsi Dimensions: 95" x 120"
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20th Century Persian Rugs

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Wool

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Located in Chicago, IL
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Vintage 1930s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

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2010s Nepalese Tabriz Indian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool

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Wool

Room Size Handmade Antique Bakhtiari Persian Wool Rug in Red
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Bakhtiari hand-knotted wool rug with a red field. This Persian piece has an all-over multicolor accent in a gorgeous classic Medallion motif. This rug measures 1...
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Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Handmade Medallion Designed Red Wool Rug
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug. 10 ft 6 in x 15 ft 4 in
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Beautiful Large Antique Jewel Tone Persian Geometric Heriz Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1920. Size: 10 ft 6 in x 15 ft 4 in (3.2 m x 4.67 m)
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

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Heriz Rugs 8 X 10 For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal heriz rugs 8 x 10 for your home. Each heriz rugs 8 x 10 for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. If you’re shopping for a heriz rugs 8 x 10, we have 43 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a heriz rugs 8 x 10 — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each heriz rugs 8 x 10 bearing Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Heriz Rugs 8 X 10?

The average selling price for a heriz rugs 8 x 10 at 1stDibs is $9,999, while they’re typically $985 on the low end and $85,000 for the highest priced.

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.

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