Zabihi Collection 19th century Kirman Runner
Located in New York, NY
An elegant antique Indo Persian Kirman (Kerman) runner with predominant khaki brown and celadon accents set on a shiny cream ground.
Wool
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Brown Antique Indo Kerman Vase Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool 250 KPSI Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kerman runner. Contact dealer Excellent condition.
Wool
Blue Antique Kerman Runner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An antique blue Kerman runner with a large rosette medallion adorned by symmetrical blossoms.
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Runner
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Persian Kerman Runner. Measures: 2' 7" x 18' (31.25" x 216").
Cotton, Wool
Antique 19th Century Persian Lavar Kerman Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Persian Lavar Kerman runner. Contact dealer Excellent condition.
Wool
Bordered Persian Kerman Runner, circa 1960
Located in Northridge, CA
Bordered Persian Kerman runner circa 1960 Measures: 2' 6" x 17' 7" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Purple-Red Border color: Purple-Red Accent color: Tan, B...
Wool
Persian Kerman Runner with Border, circa 1960
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Kerman runner with border circa 1960 Measures: 2' 6" x 14' Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Purple-Red Border color: Purple-Red Accent color: Tan, B...
Wool
Vintage Persian Lavar Kerman Runner, circa 1960
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Persian Lavar Kerman runner circa 1960 Measures: 3' x 15' Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Burgundy Border color: Burgundy Accent color: Brown, Gray...
Wool
20th Century Persian Lavar Kerman Runner Rug
Located in Miami, FL
20th Century Persian Lavar Kerman Runner Rug with a beautiful unique design in burgundy/ navy/ gold and tan.
Wool, Silk
Fine Blue and Ivory Lavar Kerman Runner
Located in Northridge, CA
Fine blue and ivory Lavar Kerman runner 2010 (new/ unused) Measures: 2' 6" x 10' 6" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Midnight-blue Border color: Iv...
Wool
Antique Hand Knotted Wool Persian Kerman Runner
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an antique hand knotted Persian Kerman runner rug. It has a traditional small scale floral pattern in primary colors on an ivory color background.
Wool
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W 18.51 in L 84.26 in
Pair of Vintage Persian Kerman Runners - Cream & Pastel Colors, Paisley Design
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Whimsical pair of vintage Kirman Runners Each 1' 8" x 7' Beautiful pair of runners woven in the famed city of Kirman. Kirman rugs have been popular since the early 20th century. ...
Wool
Persian Kerman Hand-Knotted Wool Runner
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Kerman hand-knotted wool runner circa 1960 Measures: 2' 8" x 17' 5" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field color: Blue-Red Border color: Blue-Red Accent color: C...
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent antique Kerman runner showcases a superlative allover arabesque that fills the expansive field and flatters the extended composition.
Wool
Lavar Kerman Runner
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite long and narrow late 19th century lavar kerman runner. Laver Kirman (also known as Lavar Kerman and Ravar Kerman) and Kermanshah carpets are part of the Persian flora...
Wool
Semi Antique Overdyed Kerman Runner Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Semi antique overdyed Kerman runner hand knotted Oriental rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25-0.5 inches Style: Transitional Primary color: Black Se...
Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Runner by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
An exquisite and classy Kerman runner has its goal to adorn and beautify your space that will result in a wonderfully harmonious look and feel.
Wool
Antique Kerman Runner
Located in New York, NY
In the style of 1940s Kermans, this small runner shows a cream field with a repeating floral spray pattern.
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Runner. 5 ft 10 in x 17 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kerman Runner Rug, Country of origin / rug type: Persian rug, Circa date: 1920.
Wool
Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Blue and Gold
Located in Port Washington, NY
Very unusual and hard to find Lavar Kerman runner.
Persian Laver Kerman Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
Ask for dealer shipping. To the south east of Persia is the city of Kerman or Kirman and to the north of Kerman is the village of Laver or Raver which has a rug weaving history at le...
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Semi Antique Kerman Runner
Located in New York, NY
This full pile SE Persian runner with an ivory ground, broken border and tones of warm red, powder blue, light blue, rust and goldenrod displays vases and flowers alternating with pu...
Wool
Antique Kerman Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
A bold scalloped medallion enclosed by cornepieces of the same design and coloration comprises the field of this unusual rug, made by master Hossein Kermani whose signature appears i...
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Runner Rug 2.10' x 7.9' 1920s - 1N90
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Fine Antique Persian Kerman Wool Runner from the 1920s This is a handmade antique Persian Kerman runner rug, a fine textile woven from high-quality wool in the 1920s.
Wool
Floral Design Antique Persian Kerman Runner Rug. Size: 2 ft 6 in x 25 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
A stunning floral design antique Persian Kerman runner rug, country of origin: Persia, date: circa 1920 - Size: 2 ft 6 in x 25 ft 6 in (0.76 m x 7.77 m).
Wool
Gorgeous Antique Persian Kerman Runner with Jewel Tones, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Three tilted maltese cross medallions center the well-covered field with floral spray décor. The main border breaks into the field with densely blossoming escutcheons. Fine urban, SE...
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Antique Persian Kerman Runner, Fine Rug, Light Blue, Gold, Tan, Cream, Taupe
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic principles of balance and harmony that make art-level antique rugs so inspiring to li...
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Handmade Antique Kerman Style Runner, 1930s, 1B710
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Persian Kerman runner in bright blue and red wool. The runner is from the middle of 20th century in original good condition.
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Kerman Antique Distressed Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
This distressed antique Kerman runner showcases an all-over arabesque that fills the expansive field and flatters the main border and guard borders.
Wool
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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