Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
and rustic charm. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 03'04 x 05'01. Date: 1920's
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
and rustic charm. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 03'04 x 05'01. Date: 1920's
Wool
$49,995
Vintage Fine Meshed Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
come with this hand knotted Persian Meshed carpet made in Persia circa 1930's vintage. Size measures 12
Wool, Cotton
Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Colorful
Located in New York, NY
This quite effective modern interpretation of an antique west Persian village carpet shows a
Wool
Antique Mahal Square Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
hand knotted antique Persian Mahal square carpet made in Persia circa 1920's vintage. Size measures
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz carpet from the early 20th century. This modified “Vase carpet” pattern
Wool
$29,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Malayer Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the early 20th century.
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
, pink, sky blue, tan, and beige with other accent colors. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Iran
Wool
$52,799Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, Pale Light Blue and Beige Carpet, Allover design
Located in Port Washington, NY
world. These carpets were handwoven in the city of Tabriz, located in northwest Iran, during the 19th
Wool
Antique Heriz Carpet - Late 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
. Woven in the Heriz region of Iranian Azerbaijan, these carpets are renowned for their durability, strong
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz carpet from the mid-20th century with silk pink highlights. Ecru forked
Wool
$100,000
Exceptional Qum Silk Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This large, very finely woven, urban silk shows a navy scalloped ogival medallion, with a conforming ivory sub-medallion, set on a salmon-red field carefully decorated by a four sect...
Silk
Antique Persian Karadja Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
Persian Karadja carpets and runners are woven in the northwestern part of the country in a small
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Doroksh Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Unique Persian Doroksh carpet with multiple boteh motifs on a solid sky blue ground encased by
Wool
Vintage American Sarouk Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian American Sarouk carpet
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in Norwalk, CT
An antique Persian Kerman carpet from the last quarter of the 19th century. Measures: 11'10" x 20'9".
Wool
Antique Heriz Carpet - Late 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This impressive Heriz carpet, woven in northwestern Iran in the late 19th century, is a fine
Wool
$18,750
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Heriz carpet from the early 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
The Arak region in central Persia is generally accepted to have produced more large carpets than
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Purple Tabriz Carpet
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vintage Persian Tabriz carpet. This piece features a unique, dark purple field with an all-over
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
other accent colors. Abrash. Age Wear. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 08'00 x 09'09. Pile
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
other accent colors. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 04'00 x 07'08. Date: 1960's. Mid
Wool
Antique Keshan Carpet - Late 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This fine example of a late 19th century Kashan carpet represents the classical Persian weaving
Silk
Soft Palette Sultanabad Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This generally light-toned carpet has an expansive in-and-out palmette design on a light buff field
Wool
Antique Mahal Carpet - Late 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This fine late 19th century Mahal carpet, woven in the Mahal region of central Iran, is an
Wool
Splendid Feraghan Sarouk Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
The Feraghan district area have a long history of rug and carpet weaving in the 19th century, many
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the early 20th century. Bichrome palmettes along the central
Wool
$6,100Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Persian Mahal Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mahal carpet from the mid-20th century in greyish brown.
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz carpet from the early 20th century.
Wool
Vintage Distressed Tabriz Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
carpets of the 17th century, Safavid weaving with a flavor of Tabriz stylization. Colors and shades
Wool, Cotton
$29,625
Antique Turkish Sivas Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Sivas carpet from the early 20th century. Measures: 9' 11" x 14' 5"
Wool
Antique Persian Mashad Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Mashad carpet from the early 20th century. Measures: 10' 0" x 14' 3"
Wool
Vintage American Sarouk Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
this hand knotted Persian American Sarouk carpet made in Persia circa 1940's vintage. Size measures
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
The city of Tabriz in northwest Persia is acknowledged as central to the revival of the carpet
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz carpet from the early 20th century.
Wool
Antique Serapi Carpet, Spectacular
Located in Evanston, IL
Fine 19th Century Antique Serapi Carpet — Northwest Persia This exceptional 19th century antique
Wool
Vintage Distressed Tabriz Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Tabriz carpet made in Persia circa 1940's vintage. Size
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz carpet from the early 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz carpet from the early 20th century.
Wool
Vintage Persian Lori Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
timeless traditions of Persian artistry. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 04'10 x 07'05
Wool
Vintage Persian Mashad Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mashad carpet from the mid-20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
The city of Tabriz in northwest Persia is acknowledged as central to the revival of the carpet
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Lori Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
its beauty and craftsmanship. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures
Wool
Vintage Persian Kashan Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Kashan carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century. A traditional navy
Wool
Antique Persian Azerbaijan Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
colors. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 03'01 x 09'08. Date
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
8'8" x 12'3" magnificent Tabriz carpet, highly decorative with unusual grey blue background
Wool
Antique Persian Tehran Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Antique Tehran carpet, country of origin: Persia, circa date: 1900. Minuscule details are
Wool
Antique Persian Bakshaish Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
generally accepted to be the oldest weaving village in this district. It is noted for producing carpets that
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
The city of Tabriz in northwest Persia is acknowledged as central to the revival of the carpet
Wool, Cotton
Antique Fine Bijar Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Bijar carpet made in Persia circa 1910's vintage. Size
Wool
Vintage Persian Lori Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
. Made in Iran. Measures: 05'03 x 06'05. Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
Wool
Antique Khorassan Gallery Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
centers in that country, with accounts dating carpet production as early as the tenth century. This region
Wool, Cotton
$18,750
Antique Persian Mahal Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Mahal carpet from the early 20th century with a 'Mustafi' pattern of coiling
Wool
Vintage Distressed Malayer Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
hand knotted Persian Malayer carpet made in Persia circa 1930's vintage. Size measures 12'1" x 14'11".
Wool, Cotton
Karaje Carpet, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
The buff field of this NW Persian village carpet displays three columns of characteristic Karaja
Wool
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
The Arak region in central Persia is generally accepted to have produced more large carpets than
Wool, Cotton
$19,140
Vintage Tabriz Square Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
with this hand knotted Persian Tabriz square carpet made in Persia circa 1950's vintage. Size measures
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Abstract Overdyed Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An artistic overdyed Persian carpet (acrylic paint on a Tabriz rug). This abstract rug with a
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
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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