$17,900Sale Price|20% Off
6x7 17th Century Antique Flemish Figural Tapestry Wool & Silk 191cmx216cm
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional 17th-century Flemish tapestry depicts a finely woven Baroque figural scene framed by lavish floral garlands and architectural elements. Richly detailed and woven in ...
Wool, Silk
Antique 17th Century Isfahan Silk Pillow Metallic Woven Textile
Located in Los Angeles, US
Crafted from an authentic 17th Century Persian Isfahan metallic silk textile, this extraordinary decorative pillow celebrates centuries of master craftsmanship through its elegant st...
Wool, Cotton, Silk, Feathers
17th Century Persian Isfahan Metallic Embroidery Pillow with Silk Floral Design
Located in Los Angeles, US
A beautiful decorative lumbar pillow handcrafted from an authentic 17th-century Persian Isfahan metallic embroidered textile. The front features an elegant scrolling floral vine comp...
Wool, Cotton, Silk, Feathers
Fine Vintage 1970s Persian Tabriz Silk Rug – 100% Pure Silk – Birds - 1B985
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This is a stunning example of a 100% pure silk Tabriz rug, hand-knotted in Iran during the 1970s.
Silk
$39,900Sale Price / item|20% Off
8x11 Exceptional Silk Ghom Rug Finest Architectural Tapestry 244cm x 340cm
Located in New York, NY
Masterfully woven in Qom, Iran, this remarkable silk rug features a sophisticated architectural design inspired by Persian palace ceilings and classical Islamic ornamentation.
Silk
$8,650Sale Price|20% Off
6x8 Vintage Versace-Style Baroque Wool Silk Rug 173x239cm Handmade Rug c.1980
Located in New York, NY
This vintage European rug, crafted circa 1980, features an elaborate Baroque Revival composition with ornate scrollwork and classical motifs. Woven in wool and silk, the design refle...
Wool, Silk
$5,060Sale Price|20% Off
4x6 Fine Wool & Silk Tree of Life Rug 107x168 cm Rare Birds Yellow Field Design
Located in New York, NY
This exceptionally fine hand-knotted wool and silk rug showcases a celebrated Tree of Life design filled with beautifully rendered birds, wildlife, flowering branches, and intricate ...
Wool, Silk
Handmade Vintage PersianQum Silk Rug 1.9' x 2.6' 1970s - 1D143
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Features & Details: Origin: Qom (Ghom), Iran Material: Pile: 100% pure silk for an unmatched softness and luster Foundation: Silk for durability and a sleek finish Technique: Hand-kn...
Silk
Hand-Knotted Art Deco Rug in Brown Wool and Silk, 6' x 9', Architecture Inspired
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
The interconnecting and detailed pattern resembles the detailing and design of the mosques located in Isfahan, Iran. The use of silk highlights adds a subtle sheen, enhancing the ru...
Wool, Silk
$26,500
Fine Persian Naien
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 32830 Size 11' 2" x 16' 7" Design Naien Collection Fine Persian Material Wool & Silk Texture Pile Weave Origin Iran
Wool, Silk
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Beige-Brown and Red Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted silk, circa 1910-1920, this 6x10 antique Persian rug of Tabriz provenance is one of the most exciting new curations from Rug & Kilim’s rare classics—a brea...
Silk
$5,795
21st Century Tabriz Rug
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
Step into the realm of modern luxury with this Tabriz rug, a fusion of artistry and innovation. Designed with clean lines and bold geometric patterns, it adds a touch of sophisticati...
Wool, Silk
1900 Antique Zanjan Rug 5'6'' X 4'1''
Located in Los Angeles, US
The city of Zanjan lies in the north-western area of Iran, this ancient city sprung up through salt mining in the area and was an important stop in the Silk Routes of Iran.
Wool, Cotton
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
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 artistic heritage passed down through generations to Persian Signature. Each pattern ...
Silk
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 embodies the enduring artistic heritage that has been passed down through generations and ...
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 manufactured with high knot density and have varied patterns, borrowed from differen...
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 sacrifice of Isaak in borders.
Wool, Silk
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 embodies the enduring artistic heritage that has been passed down through generations and ...
Silk
Unavailable
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 embodies the enduring artistic heritage that has been passed down through generations and ...
Silk
Unavailable
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 artistic heritage passed down through generations to Persian Signature. Each pattern ...
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
Unavailable
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 embodies the enduring artistic heritage that has been passed down through generations and ...
Silk
Unavailable
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 embodies the enduring artistic heritage that has been passed down through generations and ...
Silk
Unavailable
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 artistic heritage passed down through generations to Persian Signature. Each pattern ...
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 rugs. Probably Tehran in perfect condition.
Wool, Silk
Unavailable
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 artistic heritage passed down through generations to Persian Signature. Each pattern ...
Silk
Unavailable
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 artistic heritage passed down through generations to Persian Signature. Each pattern ...
Silk
Unavailable
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 artistic heritage passed down through generations to Persian Signature. Each pattern ...
Silk
Unavailable
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 artistic heritage passed down through generations to Persian Signature. Each pattern ...
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 used in combination with wool to create this lovely rug.
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 been used by rug salesman to showcase designs and quality before production. The ...
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 Louis De Poortere. The carpet has a high weave density, which makes the pattern very f...
Silk
Persian Silk Qom
Located in Mascalucia, Catania
Beautiful Qom, from Persia, original, all silk, excellent colors and condition. Age: Late 20th century. Material: Silk. Size: 300 x 200 cm (9.8 x 6.5 ft). Condition: New. Proven...
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.
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