Silk Persian Tabriz Rug, Red and Navy Medallion Design, 6.3 × 4.6 ft
Located in North Bergen, NJ
tradition of Tabriz, one of the most important carpet centers in Iran. Silk Tabriz rugs are admired for
Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Silk
Silk Persian Tabriz Rug, Red and Navy Medallion Design, 6.3 × 4.6 ft
Located in North Bergen, NJ
tradition of Tabriz, one of the most important carpet centers in Iran. Silk Tabriz rugs are admired for
Silk
Antique Persian Silk Mohtesham Rug with Central Medallion 7'0 x 10'5
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/M14-0515, country of origin / type: Iran / Silk Mohtesham, circa 1880. An
Silk
Iran Tabriz Wool and Silk Carpet, 12' 2" x 8' 2.5"
Located in Astoria, NY
Irani Tabriz Lamb's Wool and Silk Pile Carpet, with polychrome floral geometric design, label to
Wool, Silk
Vintage Hand-Knotted Tabriz Rug, Wool & Silk, Ivory Field, Iran
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vintage, circa 1980, extremely fine wool and silk Tabriz rug has an ivory field with a
Wool, Silk
Rose Garden Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0049
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an original, authentic antique Persian rug design, this silk carpet reflects a unique
Silk
$2,073 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Turquoise Garden Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0055
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an authentic and original antique Persian rug design, this luxurious silk carpet
Silk
$2,006 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Amber Sky Garden Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0057
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an authentic and original antique Persian rug design, this luxurious silk carpet
Silk
$2,006 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Royal Blossom Field Persian Pure Silk Carpet, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0053
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an authentic and original antique Persian rug design, this luxurious silk carpet
Silk
$4,712 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Turquoise Safavid Style Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0044
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an original, authentic antique Persian rug design, this silk carpet reflects a unique
Silk
$2,127 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Floral Majesty on Ivory Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0056
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an authentic and original antique Persian rug design, this luxurious silk carpet
Silk
$2,006 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Golden Night Sky Medallion Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0052
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an authentic and original antique Persian rug design, this luxurious silk carpet
Silk
$4,712 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Floral Isfahan, Red Ground, Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0048
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an original, authentic antique Persian rug design, this silk carpet reflects a unique
Silk
$3,200Sale Price|60% Off
W 52.76 in L 84.65 in
Mid-20th Century Hand-Knotted Silk Ghom Rug, Pastel Tones, Iran, 1960
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
This 20th-century silk Ghom rug showcases an extraordinary level of craftsmanship, defined by its
Silk
$4,712
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Navy and Copper Leaf Motif Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0047
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an original, authentic antique Persian rug design, this silk carpet reflects a unique
Silk
$1,898 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Black and Gold Boteh Style Persian Pure Silk Carpet, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0045
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an original, authentic antique Persian rug design, this silk carpet reflects a unique
Silk
$4,712 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Rust and Blue Garden Style Persian Pure Silk Carpet, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0043
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an original, authentic antique Persian rug design, this silk carpet reflects a unique
Silk
$4,712 / item
W 39.38 in L 59.06 in
Teal and Gold Tabriz Style Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0042
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an original, authentic antique Persian rug design, this silk carpet reflects a unique
Silk
iran Beige Kashan Rug 21st Century 8x12 ft
Located in Dallas, TX
This Iranian Kashan area rug is a new piece woven in a classic Persian workshop tradition and
Wool, Silk
$9,484
W 40.16 in L 66.15 in
Handmade Silk Persian Rug Silk Ghom Rug 4x6 Silk Rug Silk Foundation Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular and rare Exceptionally fine pure Natural silk rug with a silk foundation. It
Silk
Vintage Hand-Woven Oriental Zanjan Hamadan Rug, Middle Eastern, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
city is an important stop on the Iranian Silk Road and is also a center for the production of high
Wool
$12,937
W 112.21 in L 146.07 in
Vintage Silk Tabriz Rug Black Silk Rug Rare Fine Silk Rug 9x12 Handmade Silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally Fine Rare Natural Silk Rug Black "This is a spectacular and rare Exceptionally fine
Silk
Hand Knotted Floral Blue / Red Silk Persian Rug
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This authentic Persian Isfahan rug has wool and silk pile on a silk foundation. Circa 1950.
Silk
Silk Qum Jamshidi Rug Signed Persian Jamshidi Silk Ghom Rug
Located in New York, NY
, Long term investment quality. The fine silk construction and elegant floral design create a luxurious
Silk
$12,937
W 96.07 in L 131.89 in
Persian Esfahan Rug Wool & Silk Persian Rug Silk Foundation Black Handmade
Located in New York, NY
Very fine wool & silk rug with an intricate weave and artisan workmanship, showcasing exceptional
Wool, Silk
Mehraban Persian Silk Qum
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 31973 Size 4' 7" x 6' 10" Design Silk Qum Collection Fine Persian Material Silk Texture
Silk
Persian Qum Silk Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a very fine rug weaved in city of Qum, Iran. This rug has silk pile and foundation, with a
Silk
Silk Qum
Located in Los Gatos, CA
4'4"x6'7" Silk Qum
Wool
Mehraban Persian Qum Silk 28463
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 28463 Size 10' 0" X 13' 10" Design Qum Collection Fine Persian Material Silk Texture
Silk
Very Fine Persian Silk Qum
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Qum 700 Knots per inch, Iran Qum Silk and Silk foundation. Around 1,600,000
Silk
Antique Silk Kashan
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique silk Kashan. Measures: 1.2 x 4.10. Finely woven antique Kashan rug, circa 1900s.
Silk
Fine Wool and Silk Tabriz
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This Fine Silk Tabriz Rug – 8'1" x 10'4" is an exquisite example of Persian artistry at its most
Silk, Wool
Exceptional Qum Silk Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This large, very finely woven, urban silk shows a navy scalloped ogival medallion, with a
Silk
Mehraban Vintage Persian Silk Qum
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 31946 Size 4' 8" x 7' 1" Design Qum Collection Fine Persian Material Silk Texture Pile
Silk
$20,800Sale Price|20% Off
W 90 in L 120 in
Fine Antique Persian Silk on Silk Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7’5" x 10’0"
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Silk on Silk Mohtasham Kashan Rug 7’5" x 10’0". The Revival Period rugs woven
Silk
Antique Qom Silk Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. Named after the holy city that lies 100 km south of Iran, they are prized for their intricate designs
Silk
Fine Persian Silk Qum
Located in New York, NY
Qom rugs (or Qum, Ghom, Ghum) are made in the Qom Province of Iran, around 100 km south of Tehran
Silk
Vintage Persian Silk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful late 20th century Persian hand-knotted silk rug featuring a central medallion woven
Silk
Very Fine Persian Silk Qum
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Qum 700 Knots per inch, Size 5 x 3.5 Iran Qum Ahmadi Silk and Silk foundation
Silk
Vintage Silk Persian Qom Pair Rug in Pure Silk - Size: 7' X 11'1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Qom rugs, hailing from the historic city of Qom in central Iran, are some of the finest and most
Silk
Persian Silk Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
showcases a wool and silk pile and silk foundation, ensuring both durability and outstanding quality
Wool, Silk
$6,825
W 78.35 in L 120.08 in
Silk Tabriz Rug Wool Silk Handmade Tabriz Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug High KPSI
Located in New York, NY
piece made of wool and silk. Making a rug of this quality, takes a long time. This intricate work and
Silk, Wool
$6,725
W 58.27 in L 84.26 in
Silk Tabriz Rug Wool Silk Handmade Tabriz Persian Tabriz Rug High KPSI Black
Located in New York, NY
is crafted from wool and silk and showcases the intricate craftsmanship of master weavers. Creating a
Wool, Silk
Vintage Qum Silk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful vintage Persian Qum silk rug with an eight sided medallion with a floral pattern set
Silk
Vintage Fine Persian Silk Rug
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This vintage fine Persian silk rug (Qum, c. 1940) is an exquisite silk-on-silk collectible woven
Silk
Persian Silk Qum Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Qum rug has silk pile and silk foundation in excellent condition. The color
Silk
Floral Fine Silk Qom (Ghom) Persian Rug, Blue, Green, and Ivory Silk, 3x5
Located in New York, NY
This fine hand-knotted silk Qom (Ghom) rug showcases the exceptional craftsmanship for which Qom
Silk
Vintage Silk Kashan Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This finely handwoven silk Kashan, circa 1930 has truly remarkable detail and attains to the skill
Silk
Antique Silk Kashan Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Beautiful fine antique silk Persian Kashan area rug conservative weaving date 1915, likely
Silk
Fine Persian Qum Silk Rug 26894
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 26894 Size 2' 7" X 3' 11" Design Qum Collection Fine Persian Material Silk Texture Pile
Silk
Vintage Persian Silk Qum Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
roots to Qom, Iran, renowned for its opulent handwoven carpets woven from premium silk threads prized
Silk
Persian Silk Isfahan Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Isfahan rug has wool and silk pile on silk foundation and has an excellent
Wool, Silk
$28,800Sale Price|20% Off
W 50.4 in L 80.4 in
Extremely Fine and Rare Antique Persian Silk on Silk Farahan Rug 4'2" x 6’7"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine and Rare Antique Persian Silk on Silk Farahan Rug 4'2" x 6’7". The scatter and room
Silk
Vintage Silk Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
accent colors. Abrash. Made in Iran (Persia). Hand-knotted silk. Measures: 04'11 x 06'06. Date: Late
Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum
Located in New York, NY
) are made in the Qom Province of Iran, around 100 km south of Tehran. Although rug weaving in Qom was
Silk
Persian Floral Silk Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
unique medallion. This piece showcases a wool and silk pile and silk foundation, ensuring both durability
Wool, Silk
Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78187 Vintage Persian Silk Qum rug, 04'07 x 07'04. With its striking appeal and saturated red color
Silk
Silk Hereke Rug 4'5'' x 6'0"
Located in New York, NY
Silk Hereke Rug 4'5'' x 6'0". In the style of a century earlier silk Tabriz scatters, this NW
Silk
Iranian Rug in Silk, Heriz Iran, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Rug from Iran, Heriz 19th century Material: Silk Perfect condition.
Silk
20th Century Ghoum Silk, Iran, circa 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Ghoum Iran in silk circa 1970.
Silk
Persian Silk Iranian Kashan Oriental Rug, circa 1900
By Ashly Fine Rugs 1
Located in Katy, TX
Persian masterpiece all silk Iranian Kashan. Handwoven with the finest silks during the early 1900s
Silk
Iranian Rug Ispahan Nentechari Signed Wool and Silk, circa 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Rare carpet Persan Nantechari, circa 1960, 20th century.
Wool, Silk
20th Century Iran Ghom
Located in Geneve, Geneve
Carpets from Ghom are known for their fine workmanship with pile in wool and silk. They are often
Wool, Silk
20th Century Rug Tabriz Wool and Silk, 1930, Iran, Signed
Located in Paris, FR
Figurative carpet Tabriz wool and silk signed with the Iranian flag. Can be seen Adam and Eve, the
Wool, Silk
Unavailable
W 166 in L 119 in
20th Century Iranian Rug: The Market of Ispahan Wool and Silk Shah Period
Located in Paris, FR
Rare rug representative of the market of Ispahan wool, silk weft. Measures: 160 x 115 cm.
Wool, Silk
20th Century Iran Tehran
Located in Geneve, Geneve
This extremely fine rug made of finest wool with all the design Made in silk is one of my favorite
Wool, Silk
20th Century Rug Ghoum Iran, circa 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Ghoum from Iran in silk circa 1970.
Silk
20th Century Rug from Iran Tehran
Located in Geneve, Geneve
This beautiful piece of art has been woven in the capital of Iran (Tehran) Lots of silk have been
Wool, Silk
Ispahan Iranian Carpet Signed Seraphian, 20th Century, circa 1950
By Séraphian Imperial Workshop
Located in Paris, FR
Kork wool and silk Signed Séraphian imperial workshop of Shah, circa 1950 12 000/13 000 knot dm2.
Wool, Silk
Rare Rug Ispahan Signed Davari, Iran, circa 1970, 20th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Carpets Ispahan, circa 1970 signed Davari wool and silk.
Wool, Silk
Framed + Glazed Persian Rug, Finely Knotted Silk
Located in Ely, GB
A Framed & Glazed Small Persian Rug, Made from Finely Knotted Silk. These small rug could have
Silk
Silk Kashan
Located in Stockholm, SE
Medallion and hunting design against a rose tan ground.
Silk
Ghoum silk carpet
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Ghoum silk carpet A fine carpet with a dense weave of natural silk made by the Belgian company
Silk
Persian Silk Qom
Located in Mascalucia, Catania
Beautiful Qom, from Persia, original, all silk, excellent colors and condition. Age: Late 20th
Silk
Silk Qom Gold/Black
Located in Mascalucia, Catania
Extraordinary Qom, from Persia, original Qom, holy city of Iran, excellent gold and black colors
Silk
Antique Persian Silk Kashan
Located in Evanston, IL
large for a silk rug. The design is very unusual with a beautiful central medallion in a red field and a
Silk
20th Century Rug Kachan in Silk
Located in Paris, FR
Kachan silk, Persian hunting of Shah, Iran, circa 1930.
Silk
Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Hadad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Tabriz rug/carpet is a type in the general category of Azerbaijan carpets / Iranian carpets from
Silk
Signed Pure Silk Persian Tabriz
Located in Northridge, CA
Signed pure silk Persian Tabriz New, unused Measures: 6' 6" x 9' 11" Hand-knotted silk pile on
Silk
Rare Pure Silk Persian Farahan, Inscribed
Located in Northridge, CA
Rare 4X7 antique pure silk Persian Farahan inscribed "Sherkat Sehami Frash Iran" circa 1940
Silk
Vintage Silk Persian Qum, circa 1960
Located in Redding, CA
Vintage silk Persian Qum, circa 1960. A lovely carpet.
Silk
Unavailable
W 70.87 in L 106.3 in
Elegant Persian Rug, Indo-Ispahan in Wool and Silk on Silk, Extra Fine Quality
Located in RÉDING, FR
"Elegant Persian rug, Indo-Ispahan In Wool And Silk On Silk, Extra Fine Quality. Around 1980." High
Wool, Silk
Old, Silk Golden Persian Accent Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introduce a touch of luxury and timeless elegance to your home with our Old, Silk, Golden Persian
Wool, Silk
1960s Persian Pure Silk Kashmir Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian pure silk Kashmir rug with bird and floral design. circa 1960. Measures: 3'10" x 6
Silk
Persian Wool & Silk Naein, circa 1990
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Wool and Silk Naein, circa 1990 Measures: 6' 5' x 8' 2" Hand-knotted wool and silk
Wool, Silk
20th Century Silk Rug
Located in Geneve, Geneve
100% Silk rug from Iran (Ghom) Carpets from Ghom are known for their Fine workmanship with pile in
Silk
Antique Silk Tabriz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Silk Tabriz. Prayer rug from Tabriz in NW Persia. Woven top end first. Terracotta coloured mehrâb
Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Carpet Signed
Located in Edinburgh, GB
the greatest masterpieces of Islamic art and architecture. Origin: Tabriz, Iran Age: New never used
Silk, Wool
Ghoum Silk Persian Rug
Located in RÉDING, FR
"Ghoum Silk Persian Rug" Silk GHOUM rug (Iran), "Hunting", mid 20th century. Ivory field
Wool, Silk
Persian Wool and Silk Tabriz Mahi
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian wool and silk Tabriz Mahi, circa 1990. Measures: 8'1" x 11'5". Hand-knotted wool and
Wool, Silk
Omar Khayyam Esfahan wool and silk carpet
Located in New York, NY
can be hang on the wall very fine
Wool, Silk
Authentic Persian Silk Kashan Rug, circa 1970s
Located in San Mateo, CA
This is an authentic, hand-knotted Kashan rug, woven in Kashan, Iran circa 1970s. It is silk knots
Cotton, Silk
Fine Wool and Silk Persian Naein Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Fine wool and silk Persian Naein rug, circa 1990 Measures: 6' 6" x 9' 10" Hand-knotted
Wool, Silk
Old Pure Silk Persian Accent Rug in Orange
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introduce a touch of luxury and timeless elegance to your home with our Pure Silk Persian Accent
Silk
Persian Wool and Silk Naein Area Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian wool and silk Naein area rug circa 1990 Measures: 13' 2" x 19' 5" Hand-knotted wool and
Wool, Silk
Homayun Hand-Knotted Silk Persian Tabriz Rug/Carpet
By Homayun
Located in Cremorne, AU
KPSI: 645 Origin: Tabriz, Iran Composition: Silk and cork wool (very high silk content) Size
Wool, Silk
Wool and Silk Persian Naein Area Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Wool and silk Persian Naein area rug circa 2000 Measures: 11' 2" x 16' 2" Hand-knotted wool and
Wool, Silk
Antique Silk Tabriz Prayer Rug, Northwest Persia
Located in New York, NY
Antique silk Tabriz Prayer rug, Northwest Persia. A high quality pictorial and Directional design
Silk
Omar Khayam Esfahan wool and silk carpet
Located in New York, NY
Very finely woven
Wool, Silk
Ivory Wool and Silk Persian Naein Area Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Ivory Wool and Silk Persian Naein Area Rug circa 2010 Measures: 6' 5' x 7' 9" Hand-knotted
Wool, Silk
Square Wool and Silk Persian Naein Area Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Square wool and silk Persian Naein area rug 2010 Measures: 6' 2" x 6' 4" Hand-knotted wool
Wool, Silk
Burgundy Wool and Silk Persian Naein Area Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Burgundy wool and silk Persian Naein area rug circa 2010 Measures: 5' 5" x 7' 7" Hand-knotted
Wool, Silk
Red Wool and Silk Persian Naein Area Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Red wool and silk Persian Naein area rug circa 2010 Measures: 9' 7" x 12' 9" Hand-knotted
Wool, Silk
Persian Tabriz Circle Rug with Silk, circa 2000s
Located in San Mateo, CA
This is a hand-knotted Persian Tabriz rug, made in Tabriz, Iran, circa 2000s. It is wool and silk
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Silk Tabriz rug, circa 1900.
Silk
Round Wool and Silk Persian Tabriz Area Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Fine round Persian Tabriz area rug, 1990 Measures: 5' 4" round Hand-knotted wool and silk
Wool, Silk
Extra Fine Wool and Silk Signed Persian Tabriz
Located in Northridge, CA
Extra fine wool and silk signed Persian Tabriz New, unused Measures: 6' 9" x 10' 5" Hand
Wool, Silk
Wool and Silk Persian Tabriz Mahi, 400 KPSI
Located in Northridge, CA
Wool and silk Persian Tabriz Mahi circa 1990 Measures: 7' 11" x 11' 4" Hand-knotted wool and
Wool, Silk
Persian carpet Ghoum silk with wool 173 X 95 cm
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
. Product details Origin: Handmade in Ghom, Iran Materials: Hair: Luxurious cork wool combined with silk
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Blue Wool and Silk Persian Naein Rug, 650 KPSI
Located in Northridge, CA
Blue wool and silk Persian Naein rug circa 2000 Measures: 9' 9" x 13' Hand-knotted wool
Wool, Silk
Fine Wool and Silk Persian Tabriz Rug, circa 2000
Located in Northridge, CA
Fine wool and silk Persian Tabriz rug circa 2000 Measures: 11' x 15' 8" Hand-knotted wool
Wool, Silk
Pair of Vintage Wool and Silk Persian Isfahan Rugs
Located in Northridge, CA
Pair of vintage wool and silk Persian Isfahan rugs, circa 1970 Measures: 5' x 8' (each) Hand
Wool, Silk
Silk and Wool Tabriz Oriental Rug, Very Finely Woven
Located in Sarasota, FL
This approximately 30 year old Tabriz (INV 7497) measures 8’2” X 12’2’ (249 x 402 cm). It has silk
Silk, Wool
Unavailable
W 53.15 in L 76.78 in
Ten Commandments, Hand-Knotted Tabriz Wall Carpet with High Silk Content
Located in Cremorne, AU
KPSI: 843 Origin: Tabriz, Iran Composition: Silk and wool (very high silk content, 100% cork wool
Wool, Silk
Herris Turquoise, Cotton and Silk Hand-Knotted Persian Harris Rug
Located in Cremorne, AU
KPSI: 400 Origin: Tabriz, Iran Composition: Base-cotton, Pile-Merino wool and silk Size: 207 cm
Wool, Cotton, Silk
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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