$7,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Kermanshah/Laver Carpet, c-1880's, A sign rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs are distinguished by their uniquely soft and delicate color palette, infused with a European elegance.
Wool
Exquisite Aqua Green Antique Laver Kirman Millefleurs Rug
Located in Milan, IT
An extremely finely knotted Lavar Kirman rug of early vintage, distinguished by a rather unique aqua green background. The directional design is known as 'millefleurs' and consists o...
Wool
Fine Blue Ground Antique Laver Kirman Millefleurs Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A very finely knotted Lavar Kirman workshop rug, characterised by a directional design known as 'millefleurs' on a dark indigo blue background. The name of this pattern derives from ...
Wool
Fine Laver Kirman rug
Located in London, GB
An elegant refined weaving of the 1900's, this lovely example has a highly artistic drawing with an incomparable range of varied colour compositions.
Wool
Antique Kirman Laver Rug
Located in RÉDING, FR
Beautiful Kerman Raver rug, Tree of Life late 19th. Circa 1880 Velvet in lambswool called "kork" (the best) on cotton foundations. Blue field, decorated with a tree of life in symme...
Wool
Laver Kirman carpet
Located in London, GB
Magnificent Laver Kirman carpet with unusual black field.
Wool
Kirman - Laver 'Persia' End of 19th Century, circa 1890
Located in Paris, FR
Kirman - Wash (Persia) Late 19th century 1890 Density: about 8,000 to 9,000 knots per dm 2 high quality of wool called Kork, chains, frames and fringe cotton Description: Green f...
19th Century Kirman Laver Persian Carpet, Command of Shah
By Milani
Located in Paris, FR
From special command of Shah to Master Carpet maker Milani. Kork wool The carpet was knotted (tied) at the request of the master Milani's famous and famous workshop to Kirman to ce...
Wool, Kork
Antique Persian Laver Kerman Oriental Rug
Located in Sarasota, FL
This circa 1890 Laver Kerman (INV 7385) Antique Oriental Rug measures 12’3” X 16’0” (374 x 486 cm). It has an ivory field completely covered in green foliage with touches of red and ...
Wool
Antique Persian Laver Kermanshah Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs are distinguished by their uniquely soft and delicate color palette, infused with a European elegance.
Wool
Persian Laver Kerman Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
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 least as long as that of Ke...
Wool
Amazing Colorful Antique Laver Kerman
Located in Evanston, IL
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 least as long as that of Ke...
Wool
Exquisite Antique Persian Royal Laver Kerman, Signed
Located in Evanston, IL
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 least as long as that of Ke...
Wool
Fine Persian Kirman Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Persian Laver Kerman Carpet, 8'5" x 11'7"
Located in Evanston, IL
Fine traditional, circa 1920 Persian Laver Kerman. Wool pile with vegetable dye. Laver Kerman made in south east Persia, the rugs from this area are all made finely and very decorati...
Wool
Antique Persian Laver Kerman, Signed c-1920 10'7" x 13'8"
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Striking Antique Kermanshah Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Persian Kermanshah Carpet, 6'10" x 10'2"
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Kermanshah Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Beautiful Antique Kermanshah Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Persian Laver Kerman Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs are distinguished by their uniquely soft and delicate color palette, infused with a European elegance.
Wool
Antique Persian Kermanshah/Laver Carpet, c-1880's, Extremally Fine
Located in Evanston, IL
Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs are distinguished by their uniquely soft and delicate color palette, infused with a European elegance.
Wool
Antique Persian Sampler Laver Kerman Rug, 25" x 36"
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Persian Laver Kerman Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Persian Laver Kerman Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Pictorial Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug, Three of Life, Free Shipping
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Antique Kermanshah Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace.
Wool
Persian Kirman Laver Rug
Located in Florence, IT
Antique Persian extra fine Kirman Laver characterized by a very delicate and elegant palette of colors and a very unusual almost squared size.
Floral Antique Kirman Laver, 19th Century, Made to European Market
Located in MADRID, ES
Persian rug elaborated with designs of flowers by all the central field, interpreting to the Persian style to the French carpets that were made in 19th century. Railway station i...
Wool
$13,999Sale Price|22% Off
W 108 in L 138 in
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Light Blue, Red, Green
Located in Port Washington, NY
Sultanabad is a region in NW Persia. It was the site of the principle Ziegler weavings in the late 19th century. Sultanabad's are famous for their floral designs as they improved the...
Wool
Antique Early 20th Century Northwest Persian Rug
Located in Closter, NJ
The geographical region of Northwest Persia with its’ cities and villages was at the forefront of the large-scale export of rugs and carpets in the late 19th century. The merchants ...
Wool, Cotton
$1,400Sale Price|50% Off
W 87 in L 61 in
Vintage Hand-Knotted Blue Floral Wool Rug with Intricate Garden & Bird Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your interior with this exceptional vintage hand-knotted wool area rug, featuring a luminous ice-blue and lapis ground adorned with an intricate, dense botanical composition....
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful late 19th century Persian Sarouk Farahan rug with a stunning camel field. The central medallion is a stepped diamond form. Surrounding this center are delicate botanical ...
Wool
$7,140Sale Price|30% Off
W 120 in L 163 in
Modern Bidjar-Style Wool Rug Hand-Knotted In Blue with Persian-Inspired Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Bidjar-style rug features a dense wool weave and striking central medallion with mirrored floral motifs in rich tones of teal, gold, red, and indigo. A bold reinter...
Wool
Blue Kayseri Vintage Turkish Rug • Handmade Wool Floral Area Rug, 7x9
Located in Burlingame, CA
A vintage Turkish Kayseri rug with a finely detailed floral medallion design, framed by a deep blue field and a soft ivory and pale gray central medallion. The drawing is delicate an...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding 1930s Persian Sarouk rug with a crimson field. The central medallion is a floral cluster with a cream core, surrounded by an all-over pattern of flowering sprays, bota...
Wool
$21,000Sale Price|30% Off
W 136 in L 156 in
1890s Seafoam Blue Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 11'4" x 13' Allover Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique circa 1900 Turkish Oushak hand-knotted wool rug, 11'4" x 13' (136 x 156 in), in blue tones. Condition: good, rewoven. Repaired. A late 19th-century Turkish Oushak carpet wov...
Wool
$8,400Sale Price|30% Off
W 156 in L 204 in
1890s Green Antique Turkish Oushak Hand Knotted Rug 13' x 17'
Located in New York, NY
Antique circa 1890 Turkish Oushak hand-knotted wool rug, 13' x 17' (156 x 204 in), in green tones. Condition: good, wear consistent with age and use. A striking antique green Oushak...
Wool
Modern Turkish Oushak Handmade Floral Motif Green Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a green field. This Oushak rug has a brown frame and yellow and gray accents all over a gorgeous geometric floral motif. This ru...
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous late 19th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with an all-over pattern of interlocking cartouches. The field is a magenta ground filled with scrolling vines and floral sprays...
Wool
$24,500Sale Price|30% Off
W 140 in L 189 in
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug - Large Hand-Knotted with Muted Teal & Earth Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exceptional Antique Oushak rug is a masterpiece of late 19th Turkish craftsmanship. Featuring a sophisticated and rare muted teal field, the rug is adorned with an intricate, al...
Wool
$5,612Sale Price|30% Off
W 106.3 in L 146.86 in
Large Antique Rug Floral Handwoven Oriental Olive Green Wool Area Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
This striking area rug is a vintage handwoven wool area rug. The design features a green background colour with accents of red, pink, brown and beige that make up the intricate, Anti...
Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
9x12 Blue Persian Mina Khani Style Wool Hand-Knotted Rug (G-13320)
Located in agra, uttar pradesh
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our high-quality hand-knotted traditional wool rug. Rug Features: ⚫ CUSTOMIZE in any SIZE ⚫ Material- 100% Wool ⚫ Weave- Hand-knotted in India ⚫ C...
Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Azari Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Azari rug with a large diamond medallion with a light indigo, gold, and orange lattice floral and vine pattern on a dark indigo background amid...
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous 1920s Persian Heriz rug with a geometric pattern typical of Azerbaijan. The central field consists of a vibrant terracotta ground featuring a large-scale medallion. This c...
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.
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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