Middle of 19th Century East Caucasus Chi-Chi Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Handmade in Northwest Iran, it reflects traditional Caucasian motifs.
Mid-19th Century Caucasian Iranian Antique
Wool
Middle of 19th Century East Caucasus Chi-Chi Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Handmade in Northwest Iran, it reflects traditional Caucasian motifs.
Wool
Biblical World Map of the Descendants of Noah — Wilkinson Atlas Classica, 1827
Located in Langweer, NL
Technique: Copperplate engraving with original hand color Maker: Wilkinson, London, 1827 Keyword block (important places and regions visible on the map): Europe, Asia, Africa, Medit...
Paper
Map of Persia, the Caspian & India – Isaak Tirion, c.1730
Located in Langweer, NL
Centered on present-day Iran, the map stretches from the eastern shores of the Mediterranean and the Caspian Sea to the frontiers of India and Tartary, and from the Russian steppe in...
Paper
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug 3.5' x 5.7', 1910s - 1N117
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Baluch rugs, named after the nomadic people who weave them across the Afghanistan-Iran border region, are celebrated for their distinctive dark color palettes, geometric motifs, and ...
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Mazlahan Rug 4' x 6.3', 1920s - 2B116
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Key Information: Type: Area Rug / Hand-Knotted Style: Mazlahan, Tribal, Geometric Origin: Persia (Iran), Hamadan Region Age/Circa: Antique, Circa 1920s Material: 100% Wool Pile ...
Wool
A Rare Minai Pottery Bowl Depicting Bahram Gur And Azada, Late 12TH Century
Located in London, GB
The Minai technique, also known as the 'seven colours' technique, emerged in Iran in the 12th Century and was accompanied by a revolutionary development that enabled potters to paint...
Ceramic
Antique Circa-1900 Handwoven Floral Burgundy-Red AuPersian Tabriz Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Persian Tabriz rugs are renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and intricate designs, originating from the historic city of Tabriz in northwest Iran. These rugs often feature d...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Oversize Pink Gold Large Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
They are not the highest quality in terms of antique rugs since the knot count are lower than the antique rugs made originally in Iran. Oushak carpets are very desirable because of t...
Wool
Antique Circa-1900 Handwoven Cherry-Red Floral Wool Persian Serab Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Antique Persian Serab rugs, woven in the Serab region of northwestern Iran, are distinguished by their elongated shapes, making them ideal for hallways and runners.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Karabakh Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
Karabakh rugs hail from the mountainous region along the modern-day border of Iran and the South Caucasus. These pieces are traditionally woven by Armenian and Azerbaijani artisans, ...
Wool
Maison Jansen-style Guéridon Marble and Gilt Bronze Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Additionally, the firm worked for (to do a little name-dropping on their behalf) King Leopold II of Belgium, King William III of the Netherlands, and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor,...
Marble, Ormolu
Handmade Antique Persian Kashan Pictorial Rug 4.1' x 7.2, 1920s - 2B87
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Essential Product Details (Text Format) Origin: Kashan, Persia (Iran) Age: Antique, circa 1920s Style: Pictorial / Figurative Kashan Condition: Good antique condition, consistent ...
Wool
Kilim Rug Saddle Bag Caucasian
Located in Ferrara, IT
These types of artefacts are today coveted collector’s items, capable of telling us about the habits and customs of the populations who wove them in the various territories of Iran, ...
Wool
Antique Paisley Kalamkari Textile, Hand-Blocked Cotton, India, 1930
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Kalamkari is a form of Persian woodblock printed textile that originates from Esfahan in central Iran over 400 years ago. The city of Esfahan is, and has been for centuries, the cen...
Cotton
Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Rug 3.9' x 4.11', 1920s - 2B96
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Originating from the Hamadan region in Persia (modern-day Iran), Malayer rugs are admired for their perfect balance of tribal charm and refined craftsmanship.
Wool
Antique Indian Agra Rug with Intricate Allover Floral Design In Blue 6'9 x 14'0
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/AVI-0704, country of origin / type: Iran / Agra, circa 1900. This exquisite Antique Indian Agra rug is a masterful display of refined craftsmanship, featuring...
Wool
Baluch Persian carpet, first half of the twentieth century
Located in Vicenza, IT
Tappeto persiano di probabile manifattura Baluch, annodato a mano nella prima metà del Novecento (anni '30-'50), proveniente dall’area orientale dell’Iran, al confine con l’Afghanist...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Blue Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
They are not the highest quality in terms of antique rugs since the knot count are lower than the antique rugs made originally in Iran. Oushak carpets are very desirable because of t...
Wool
Vintage Heriz 100% Wool Persian Rug Carpet 131x90inches 333x229cm 20th C
Located in London, GB
This beautiful carpet was hand woven in Iran and has a 100% wool pile based on a cotton foundation.
Wool
Antique Oversize Persian Bibikabad Rug 13'8 x 23'5
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Bibikabad rugs and carpets are from western Iran near Hamadan and employ the Turkish knot and have designs similar to those of Malayer rugs, but often in larger sizes.
Wool
$6,841
Shahsavan Runner Rug
Located in Ferrara, IT
The Shah Savan are a confederation of Turkic-speaking tribes located mainly in the north-west of Iran and in various areas including Moghan, Hastrud, Veramin and other Persian locali...
Wool
Antique Circa-1890 Brown-Red Floral Caucasian Kurdish Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Persian Kurdish rugs are handwoven masterpieces crafted by Kurdish weavers in western Iran. Known for their durability, rich colors, and intricate tribal patterns, these rugs often f...
Wool
$1,404Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique Oriental Silver Box with Figural Engraving Handcrafted Qadjar Design
Located in Wembley, GB
Features Origin: Persiaa, Qajar dynasty Date: Late 19th Century Material: Silver or high-grade silver alloy (typical of Qajar engraved metalwork) Technique: Hand-engraved with figu...
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
$3,960Sale Price|84% Off
Antique Caucasian Rug 3'8'' x 5'10''
Located in New York, NY
Several carpet styles from contemporary northwestern Iran also fall largely into this bracket, such as the Ardabil rugs.
Wool
$2,360Sale Price|51% Off
Antique Persian Kurdish Area Rug 3'3"x 6'6"
Located in New York, NY
Several carpet styles from contemporary northwestern Iran also fall largely into this bracket, such as the Ardabil rugs.
Wool
Heavily Carved Pair of French Signed Maison Jansen Distressed Painted Armchairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Among their most famous commissions were projects for European royalty, the Shah of Iran, and Jacqueline Kennedy’s White House restoration.
Walnut
Zabihi Collection Tribal Antique Soumac Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
They are much stronger and durable than Traditional Kilims woven in Turkey and Iran.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Baluch Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite early 20th-century Persian Baluch rug is a striking example of tribal craftsmanship, woven by the Baluch people, a semi-nomadic group native to the border regions of east...
Wool
Antique Turquoise Drops and Rose-cut Diamond Earrings, Silver and 18K Gold.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
It was equally valued in Persia (modern-day Iran), where it symbolized heaven and was often used in elaborate inlay work.
Diamond, Turquoise
Important, Rare French Ormolu Sevres Style Porcelain Jewelry Box on Bronze Table
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
One is currently in a Museum in Tehran, Iran. The Shah of Iran bought it for his country and is on public display.
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
$10,937Sale Price|50% Off
'The Shah" 1920s Antique Persian Mahal Feraghan Rug Provenance Reza Pahlavi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Key Features Origin: Sultanabad, Persia (modern-day Iran) Design: All-over floral with palmettes and medallions Material: 100% hand-spun wool for softness and durability Colors: Red ...
Wool
Roman Ruins
By Joseph Lindon Smith
Located in Milford, NH
Smith was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island and after attending Brown University and MIT, he studied art at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and traveled worldwide studying and painting...
Paper, Watercolor
Asia Map with Middle East & India Insets – Nieuwe Hand-Atlas, Leiden 1876
Located in Langweer, NL
Keywords: Asia, Azië, Siberia, Russian Empire, China, Qing Empire, Mongolia, Tibet, Manchuria, Japan, Edo, Tokyo, Korea, India, British India, Punjab, Bengal, Bombay, Calcutta, Delhi...
Paper
Antique Caucasian Gallery Kilim Runner with Colorful Geometric Diamond Pattern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts / rug 19-0804, country of origin / type: Iran / Kilim, circa 1900 Vibrant and full of character, this antique Caucasian gallery Kilim runner showcases a captivati...
Wool
Tabriz rug cod.319 in hand-knotted wool
By Architetti Artigiani Anonimi
Located in Ravenna, IT
La tipologia di tappeti Tabriz è una delle tipologie più prestigiose di tappeti persiani, provenienti dall'omonima città situata nella regione nord-occidentale dell'Iran. La manifatt...
Wool
Antique Persian Bidjar Runner 55159
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Hailing from Persia or modern-day Iran, this genuine antique Persian Bidjar Runner rug is constructed with beautiful red and blue dyes.
Wool
Overdyed Blue-Gray and Charcoal Vintage Rug 8'5''x12'3''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Key Features: Origin: Persia (Iran) Type: Vintage Overdyed Dimensions: 8′5″ × 12′3″ (256 × 373 cm) Material: 100% Hand-Spun Wool Technique: Hand-Knotted, Overdyed Finish Colors: Slat...
Wool
Antique Square Kilim from Azerbaijan
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 1910, this Azerbaijani rug, originating from the rich tradition of Persian rug weaving in the expansive region of Azerbaijan within Iran, boasts a captivating blend of Med...
Wool
Ramses Statues at Luxor Temple, Karnak
By Joseph Lindon Smith
Located in Milford, NH
Smith was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island and after attending Brown University and MIT, he studied art at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and traveled worldwide studying and painting...
Canvas, Oil
Antique Asia Map – Large 19th-Century Engraving with Political Boundaries, 1865
Located in Langweer, NL
Other territories such as Persia (Iran), the Ottoman provinces in Asia, Afghanistan, Siam (Thailand), Korea, and Japan are distinctly marked and shaded.
Paper
Antique Map of India, Persia & Afghanistan – Detailed Continental Engraving 1864
Located in Langweer, NL
Issued as plate number 35 in the Atlas Universel, it offers a comprehensive depiction of Southern Asia, covering the Indian subcontinent as well as the adjoining regions of Persia (I...
Paper
Engraving of the Caravanserai of Cachan – Dutch View of Persian Architecture
Located in Langweer, NL
Kashan, located in central Iran, was a prominent stop between Tehran and Isfahan, known for its textiles, tiles, and trading posts.
Paper
Antique Circa-1900 Wool Navy Blue and Red Persian Serab Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Persian Serab rugs, originating from the Serab region in northwestern Iran, are renowned for their durability and distinctive design.
Wool
$9,080Sale Price|20% Off
1920s Persian Lilihan Antique Rug beautiful patina 8.9x12.3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Design & Craftsmanship Originating from the Lilihan region of Persia (modern-day Iran), this rug features a richly decorative floral designwith symmetrical arrangements of vines, pa...
Wool
Ancient Persian 5th Century BC Gold Lion Mounted as Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
It belongs to a distinguished set, with other examples housed in leading institutions: two in the National Museum of Iran (Tehran), two in The Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), ...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Fine Antique Cuernavaca Reticulated Sterling Silver Ruby Glass Cross on Chain
Located in New York, NY
Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico, Princess Maria Beatrice of Savoy, Barbara Hutton, the Shah of Iran, Bauhaus designer Michael van Buren, Robert Brady and David Alfaro Siqueiros were a...
Sterling Silver
Antique Belouch Turkoman Rug, Fine
Located in Evanston, IL
The Baluchi people where a tribe of nomads that migrated from region near the Caspian sea to the area of southern Soviet central Asia, Afghanistan Khorasan province of Iran and Pakis...
Wool
Antique Melas Rug - Size: 5 ft 4 in x 3 ft 10 in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melas rugs are a type of Persian rug that originates from the Melas region in western Iran, near the city of Kermanshah. Known for their bold designs, rich colors, and high-quality w...
Wool
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
Zabihi Collection Distressed Colorful Antique Turkish Oushak 19th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
They are not the highest quality in terms of antique rugs since the knot count are lower than the antique rugs made originally in Iran. Oushak carpets are very desirable because of t...
Wool
$91Sale Price|20% Off
Empire of the Parthians: Historical Cartographic Masterpiece by d'Anville, 1819
Located in Langweer, NL
This map focuses on the Parthian Empire, an ancient Iranian civilization that was a significant power in ancient Persia, rivaling the Roman Empire.
Paper
Antique Ziegler Carpet - Late of 19th Century Ziegler Carpet
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This unique piece, coming from the Ziegler region, one of the famous carpet production centers of Iran, attracts attention with its handcrafted workmanship and detailed motifs.
Wool
Champ des Morts, Ispahan – Antique Lithograph of the Cemetery at Isfahan, c.1840
Located in Langweer, NL
Champ des Morts, Ispahan – Antique Lithograph of the Cemetery at Isfahan, circa 1840 This atmospheric 19th-century lithograph titled Champ des Morts (Field of the Dead) presents a s...
Paper
Distressed Medallion Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Geometric Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts / rug KBE-220101, country of origin / type: Iran / Caucasian Kazak, circa 1900. Measures: 3'5 x 10'3
Wool
$547Sale Price|20% Off
Original Antique Woodcut Map of Persia
Located in Langweer, NL
Important early woodcut map of Persia, depicting the area of Mesopotamia, Armenia and the Gulf, to the Caspian and Carmania (Iran). Includes names of places and natural features.
Paper
$408Sale Price|20% Off
Authentic Old Map of Persia with Original Border Coloring, 1745
Located in Langweer, NL
**Khorasan:** A historical region that covers a large area in northeastern Iran. 3. **Fars:** A province in the southern part of Iran, historically significant as the birthplace of t...
Paper
Antique Pure Silk Herekeh Rug - Size: 4'10x3'6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Originating from the Herekeh region in northwestern Iran, these rugs are highly regarded for their luxurious texture and vibrant colors.
Silk
Pair of 18th-Century Illuminated Mughal or Persian Leaves Featuring a Royal Hunt
Located in Madrid, ES
Probable production area: Eastern Iran or Central Asia. Estimated execution date: ca. 1750–1825. 5.
Paper
Traditional Authentic Colorful Wool Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Persian Tabriz rugs are renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and intricate designs, originating from the historic city of Tabriz in northwest Iran. These rugs often feature d...
Wool
$9,035Sale Price|35% Off
A Large and Rare Straw-Glazed Pottery Amphora, Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
) * Tang Amphora This Tang Pottery amphora was made at a time when China was particularly influenced by metal-work and textiles, as well as other exotic objects from Central Asia,...
Pottery, Stoneware
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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