Late 19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet
Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs
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Late 19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet
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Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Pictorial Rug, circa 1880
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Pictorial Rug, circa 1880. A wonderful finely woven Kirman Lavar
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Special Blue Finely Drawn Allover Floral Design Century Persian Kirman Lavar Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 9'9" x 18'5" - 298 x 562 ) Early 20th Century
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Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Rug, circa 1880
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Rug circa 1880. Some of the finest rugs in the world come from the
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Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Rug, circa 1880
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Rug, circa 1880. Some of the finest rugs in the world come from the
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Antique Kirman Lavar Carpet 4.18m x 3.10m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A fabulous antique Kirman Lavar carpet, woven circa 1910. The design features a large floral
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Bobyrug’s pretty antique Kirman lavar rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Kirman Lavar rug with beautiful floral design and nice natural
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19th Century S.E. Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 4' x 6'4" - 122 x 193 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century S.E. Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 4' x 6'4" - 122 x 193 )
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19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 12'4" x 23'8" - 376 x 721 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 12'4" x 23'8" - 376 x 721 )
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Antique Oversize Persian Blue Floral Kirman Lavar Rug, c. 1910s-1920s
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite antique oversize Persian Floral Kirman Lavar rug, circa 1910-1920s, measuring
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Antique Oversize Persian Gold Floral Kirman Lavar Rug, circa 1880s-1900s
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite antique oversize Persian gold floral Kirman Lavar rug circa 1880s-1900s
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Antique Persian Kirman Lavar, circa 1900
Located in Secaucus, NJ
An antique fine Persian Kerman Lavar carpet. Ravar, among other surrounding towns, was known for
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$3,498Sale Price|20% Off
Kirman Lavar Style Vintage Oriental Rug
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Perhaps the most classic oriental carpet: the one with a prayer design. Who hasn't had at least one ? This one, for example, is very suitable in an entrance hall: it invites You to e...
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$19,350Sale Price|20% Off
Palace Size Antique Persian Kirman Lavar Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this antique Persian Kirman rug, a breathtaking
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Antique Persian Gold Floral Kirman Lavar Rug, circa 1880s-1900s
Located in New York, NY
The carpets produced in Lavar are often included in the general category of Kerman rugs (as Lavar
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nice antique lavar Kirman rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century large Kirman Lavar rug with beautiful decorative and all over
Wool, Cotton
Antique Vintage Persian Ivory Floral Kirman Small Rug, c. 1930s
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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Oversize Antique Persian Ivory and Blue Floral Kirman Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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Antique Persian Blue and Rose Floral Palmettes Kirman Large Rug
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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Antique Rose Blue Green Ivory Beige Floral Persian Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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Antique Persian Ivory Gold Blue Floral Kirman Rug 9 x 12 ft
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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Antique Persian Square Rose Ivory Navy Blue Floral Kirman Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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$626Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Vintage Persian Ivory Gold Blue Floral Kirman Small Rug, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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1910 Camel Blue Antique Formal Persian Kerman Lavar Carpet 16' x 27'6" Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 16' x 27'6" - 488 x 838 ) The rug features a
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Antique Persian Gold Navy Blue Ivory Floral Millefleur Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
include the finer Kirman Lavar style with garden, tree-of-life, vase, and all-over millefleur designs, or
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$6,500
Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Persian Lavar Kirman, late 19th century, measures: 4'6" x 6'0".
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$14,500
Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Persian Lavar Kirman, 19th C (4th Q), measures: 4' 8" x 7' 2".
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19th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing late 19th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a beautiful central medallion amidst an
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Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a traditional pattern containing a
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Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with several floral medallions covering the
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Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible and rare early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman runner with an unusual floral
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19th Century Lavar Kirman Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful late 19th century Persian Lavar Kirman prayer rug with a beautiful pattern of multiple
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19th Century Pictorial Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning late 19th century Persian Lavar Kirman pictorial rug depicting a seated Gonabadi Dervish
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Lavar Kirman Rug, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lavar Kirman Rug, 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 6'4" L x 4'5" W
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Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a densely woven mirrored floral and leaf
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19th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing antique, late 19th century, Persian Lavar Kirman rug, approximately 400 knots per square
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Early 20th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This turn-of-the-20th-century Persian Lavar Kirman rug is a masterful expression of refined
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Early 20th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with three large cypress trees living amidst
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Early 20th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible classic early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a mesmerizing central
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Incredible Late 19th Century, Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible late 19th century, Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a beautiful central floral medallion
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Late 19th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning late 19th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with the most wonderful central floral
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Early 20th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with the most unique central medallion surrounded by
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Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman prayer with a wonderful tree-of-life sprouting
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Early 20th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
One of the best early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rugs we've ever seen! The patten is
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Outstanding Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a mesmerizing pattern reminiscent
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Exquisite Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with an elaborately woven multicolored
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Incredible Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a beautiful central medallion, each
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Exquisite early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman prayer rug with a wonderful densely woven tree
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Early 20th Century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman rug depicting a portrait of a
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Wonderful Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman prayer rug with a wonderful densely woven tree
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19th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A late 19th century Persian Kirman rug with an all-over tree-of-life pattern on a beautiful salmon
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Fine Antique Lavar Kirman Rug with Palmettes and Cypresses
Located in Milan, IT
An extremely fine Lavar Kirman rug of early vintage, the cream background being embellished by a
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$57,850Sale Price|35% Off
19th Century Lavar Kirman Red Calligraphy Rug
Located in Tarzana, CA
19th Century Lavar Kirman Red Calligraphy Rug, Dimension 16' 8" x 8.5' (202" X 102") Beautifully
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Incredible Late 19th Century, Very Fine Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible late 19th century, Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a beautiful central floral medallion
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Zabihi Collection Antique Spectacular Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal Late 20th century Antique Persian lavar Kerman rug. 8'10'' x 12' An Avant Garde field
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Antique Persian Lavar Kirman Rug, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Lavar Kirman Carpet Rug, 19th Century This elegant carpet was woven in the
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Late 19th Century Lavar Kirman Carpet, 10'3" × 13'5"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Lavar Kirman Carpet, Late 19th Century, 10'3" × 13'5" Additional Information: Dimensions
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Antique and vintage Kirman rugs and carpets are named for the southern Iranian city that has been a renowned major center of high-quality carpet production since the 16th century. These furnishings are considered works of art and are celebrated for their fine craftsmanship, sumptuous colors and durability.
This type of Persian carpet is sometimes spelled Kerman, like its place of origin, the capital of the Western Asian country’s Kerman Province. Iran encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity.
The different types of Persian carpets are named for the towns, villages and regions where they’re made. Kirman rugs, carpets, wall hangings and other textiles have long been popular with international audiences, including in the early 20th century when they were marketed as Kermanshah carpets. Compared to other Persian rugs, Kirman examples are known for being vividly colored with natural dyes and characterized by a diverse variety of patterns, ranging from arabesques embedded with floral touches and details like deer and lions to overlapping cartouches in a broad palette of rich hues.
Others feature an ornate central medallion, vase shapes, rows of shrubs or a flourishing tree of life created through an asymmetrical knotting technique so that the wool pile on cotton is “double warped.” Some of the more elaborate carpets commissioned from the Kirman workshops in the 18th and 19th centuries included large-scale naturalistic scenes based on European paintings or Gobelin tapestries.
The major workshops of Kerman informed weaving in nearby rural areas such as those created by the Afshar tribe. The international popularity of Kirman carpets, meanwhile, inspired designers across the globe, such as William Morris in England. A leading designer of the Arts and Crafts movement, Morris revived historical techniques such as printed fabrics in the furnishings he created. He owned Kirman carpets and used them as a source for his work.
Both vintage and contemporary rugs influenced by Kirman designs remain in demand for their lavish palette and distinctive patterns. In 2013, a 17th-century Kirman carpet was sold at a Sotheby’s auction for an astounding $33.8 million.
Find a range of antique Kirman rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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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