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Zabihi Collection Blue Green Persian Malayer Rug
Zabihi Collection Blue Green Persian Malayer Rug

Zabihi Collection Blue Green Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Room size 1930s Persian Malayer Rug. Blue, green beige, sand, khaki Measures 10'4'' x 13'7''.

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Early 20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Room Size Persian Malayer Rug
Large Room Size Persian Malayer Rug

Large Room Size Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Room size 1930s Persian Malayer Rug. Blue, tan, khaki, brown and green tones.

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Vintage 1930s Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Malayer Paisley Rug Pillow
Blue Malayer Paisley Rug Pillow

Blue Malayer Paisley Rug Pillow

$260Sale Price|20% Off

Blue Malayer Paisley Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a antique Persian Malayer rug. 16'' x 20''

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Early 20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Apadana's Persian Malayer Style Handmade Blue Wool Rug
Apadana's Persian Malayer Style Handmade Blue Wool Rug

Apadana's Persian Malayer Style Handmade Blue Wool Rug

By Apadana Fine Rugs

Located in Norwalk, CT

Apadana's Artisan line is an elegant way to inject a striking antique aesthetic into a space. This line of rugs is decidedly unique and reimagines what an antique rug look can be. Ev...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Malayer Light Blue and Beige Designed Wool Rug 10'1''x13'9''
Malayer Light Blue and Beige Designed Wool Rug 10'1''x13'9''

Malayer Light Blue and Beige Designed Wool Rug 10'1''x13'9''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of this hand-knotted in malayer weave using fine wool rug. Featuring a sophisticated light blue background adorned with intricate floral...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Victorian Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Blue Room Size Persian Malayer Rug
Zabihi Collection Blue Room Size Persian Malayer Rug

Zabihi Collection Blue Room Size Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Room size 1930s Persian Malayer Rug. Measures 10'6'' x 13'4''

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Vintage 1930s Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1900s Navy Blue Antique Paisley Boteh Tribal Malayer Hallway Runner Rug
1900s Navy Blue Antique Paisley Boteh Tribal Malayer Hallway Runner Rug

1900s Navy Blue Antique Paisley Boteh Tribal Malayer Hallway Runner Rug

Located in New York, NY

his Antique Malayer Hallway Runner Rug, dating back to the 1900s, is a stunning example of village weaving from the Malayer region.

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Malayer Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Handwoven Wool Malayer Runner Rug, Blue & Ivory, Circa 1910
Antique Handwoven Wool Malayer Runner Rug, Blue & Ivory, Circa 1910

Antique Handwoven Wool Malayer Runner Rug, Blue & Ivory, Circa 1910

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This antique, circa 1910, Malayer runner has a shaded blue field with an overall design of fox-brown boteh linked by an angular floral lozenge and small flowerheads, in a broad ivory...

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Early 20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antioque Persian Malayer Rug Light Blue Ivory Rust Green from Silk Road Rug Inc
Antioque Persian Malayer Rug Light Blue Ivory Rust Green from Silk Road Rug Inc

Antioque Persian Malayer Rug Light Blue Ivory Rust Green from Silk Road Rug Inc

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Rug 5334, Country of Origin: Antique Persian Rugs; Circa Date: 1910 – This gorgeous shabby chic Malayer rug is the perfect antique for c...

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Early 20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

3'1"x16'3" Blue with Red Antique Persian Malayer Wool Hand Knotted Runner Rug
3'1"x16'3" Blue with Red Antique Persian Malayer Wool Hand Knotted Runner Rug

3'1"x16'3" Blue with Red Antique Persian Malayer Wool Hand Knotted Runner Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Midnight Blue with Red, Antique Persian Malayer, Geometric Design, Good Condition, Even Wear, Clean, Hand Knotted, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height...

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Vintage 1930s Pakistani Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Mahal Grey and Blue Wool Rug 11'9''x15'
Distressed Mahal Grey and Blue Wool Rug 11'9''x15'

Distressed Mahal Grey and Blue Wool Rug 11'9''x15'

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

Enhance your living space with this stunning hand-knotted Mahal pattern wool rug. This exquisite piece features an intricate design with floral and vine motifs, beautifully rendered ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Malayer Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Malayer Design Rug in Gray, Silver, Light Blue and Charcoal by Keivan Woven Arts
Malayer Design Rug in Gray, Silver, Light Blue and Charcoal by Keivan Woven Arts

Malayer Design Rug in Gray, Silver, Light Blue and Charcoal by Keivan Woven Arts

By Keivan Woven Arts

Located in Atlanta, GA

Squared shaped Malayer design rug in gray, silver, light blue and charcoal with all-over geometric design, Keivan Woven Arts/ rug OB-5921, country of origin / type: India/ Malayer.

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Late 20th Century Indian Malayer Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Mahal Ivory and Blue with Colorful Wool Rug 14'x19'7''
Distressed Mahal Ivory and Blue with Colorful Wool Rug 14'x19'7''

Distressed Mahal Ivory and Blue with Colorful Wool Rug 14'x19'7''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

This exquisite hand-knotted wool rug showcases a traditional Mahal-inspired design, featuring an elegant array of floral and geometric motifs in a beautifully distressed soft blue, r...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Malayer Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

6'x13'9" Navy Blue Antique Zoroastrian Malayer Hand Knotted Pure Wool Runner Rug
6'x13'9" Navy Blue Antique Zoroastrian Malayer Hand Knotted Pure Wool Runner Rug

6'x13'9" Navy Blue Antique Zoroastrian Malayer Hand Knotted Pure Wool Runner Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Navy Blue, Antique Zoroastrian Malayer with Geometric Flower Design & Unique Gold Border, Long and Narrow, Hand Knotted, Natural Wool, Wide Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wo...

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Vintage 1910s Turkish Tribal More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Vintage Malayer Gallery Rug, Allover Herati Pattern, Navy Blue & Red, 5.5' x 13'
Vintage Malayer Gallery Rug, Allover Herati Pattern, Navy Blue & Red, 5.5' x 13'

Vintage Malayer Gallery Rug, Allover Herati Pattern, Navy Blue & Red, 5.5' x 13'

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 5’ 4” x 12’ 8” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Persia Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes Condition: Wear co...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Malayer Runner, Blue Boteh Field, circa 1930s
Antique Malayer Runner, Blue Boteh Field, circa 1930s

Antique Malayer Runner, Blue Boteh Field, circa 1930s

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Malayer runner with orderly rows of boteh motifs in coral and gold marching down a denim blue field. The repeating paisley forms are framed by a brick red border o...

Category

Vintage 1930s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rustic Persian Malayer Lumbar Size Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Rustic Persian Malayer Lumbar Size Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Rustic Persian Malayer Lumbar Size Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a Persian Malayer rug. Terracotta, soft blue, gray and green accents Measures: 15" x 19".

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21st Century and Contemporary Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Blue Taupe Turkish Rug
Blue Taupe Turkish Rug

Blue Taupe Turkish Rug

Located in New York, NY

20th century intermediate size traditional rug in blue and taupe tones Measures: 4'6" x 6'10" / 1930s.

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20th Century Turkish Malayer Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Blue Beige Persian Herati Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Blue Beige Persian Herati Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Blue Beige Persian Herati Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a gorgeous Persian rug with a herati design. 17'' x 17''

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Mid-20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Djoharian Collection Antique Rug Early 20th Century Classic Carpet Blue and Rust
Djoharian Collection Antique Rug Early 20th Century Classic Carpet Blue and Rust

Djoharian Collection Antique Rug Early 20th Century Classic Carpet Blue and Rust

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Djoharian Collection Antique Rug Early 20th Century Classic Carpet Blue and Rust A fine and hand-knotted antique rug in very good condition. It has very good pile condition, is soft...

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Hand-Knotted Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with Gul Design in Red, Orange and Blue
Hand-Knotted Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with Gul Design in Red, Orange and Blue

Hand-Knotted Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with Gul Design in Red, Orange and Blue

Located in Atlanta, GA

This Turkomen Ersari rug has been hand-knotted in the finest wool. The rug features a repeating Gul design throughout the entirety of the rug, enclosed within a complementary, multi-...

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Mid-20th Century Turkestan Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Ersari Rug in Wool with Gul Design in Ivory, Blue, Red and Orange
Antique Ersari Rug in Wool with Gul Design in Ivory, Blue, Red and Orange

Antique Ersari Rug in Wool with Gul Design in Ivory, Blue, Red and Orange

Located in Atlanta, GA

Measures: 8'2 x 11'8. This Turkomen Ersari rug has been hand-knotted in the finest wool. The rug features an all-over repeating sub-geometric Gul design throughout the entirety of t...

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Mid-20th Century Turkestan Malayer Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Blue Orange Accent Oriental Rug Pillow
Antique Persian Blue Orange Accent Oriental Rug Pillow

Antique Persian Blue Orange Accent Oriental Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a Northwest Persian rug with cotton back. Zipper closure. Measures: 1'6'' x 1'8''.

Category

20th Century Malayer Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

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Light Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Light Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Light Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Unavailable

W 147 in L 209 in

Light Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

There are varying degrees of wear to vintage rugs; some show very little and some show a lot.

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Blue Antique Malayer
Blue Antique Malayer

Blue Antique Malayer

Unavailable

W 100 in L 187 in

Blue Antique Malayer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This distressed antique Malayer is hand knotted. Malayer rugs are antiques that originate from Persia. They embody a diverse range of curvilinear and rectilinear designs in various ...

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20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Antique  Hand Knotted Wool Navy Blue Persian Malayer Rug
Late 19th Century Antique  Hand Knotted Wool Navy Blue Persian Malayer Rug

Late 19th Century Antique Hand Knotted Wool Navy Blue Persian Malayer Rug

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a fabulous antique Persian Malayer rug. It has an all-over boteh or paisley design on a dark navy blue background.

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hand-Knotted Wide and Long Navy Blue Wool Persian Malayer Rug
Antique Hand-Knotted Wide and Long Navy Blue Wool Persian Malayer Rug

Antique Hand-Knotted Wide and Long Navy Blue Wool Persian Malayer Rug

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rug has a traditional Herati pattern with a large central medallion on a navy blue color field.

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Malayer

Malayer

Unavailable

W 121 in L 280 in

Malayer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

antique Persian Malayer rug, red, blue border

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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Persian Hamadan, Light Blue Background, Wool, 1950
Vintage Persian Hamadan, Light Blue Background, Wool, 1950

Vintage Persian Hamadan, Light Blue Background, Wool, 1950

Located in Williamsburg, VA

This vintage Persian Hamadan has a soft light blue background and an all-over light feel. It is a great rug to lighten up a hallway or define a space without over powering the room. ...

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Mid-20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rustic Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Blue Field, circa 1930s
Rustic Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Blue Field, circa 1930s

Rustic Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Blue Field, circa 1930s

Located in New York, NY

The dark bluel field is closely covered by a stepped, hexagonal slate blue sub-field with a classic allover Herati design, framed by a pale blue border with the classic Azerbaijani r...

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Vintage 1930s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Blue and Dark Gray Allover Field, circa 1920s
Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Blue and Dark Gray Allover Field, circa 1920s

Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Blue and Dark Gray Allover Field, circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

This is a Malayer carpet in the Mahal all-over pattern style, here on an abrashed slate blue ground with lazy palmettes, cogwheel oval rosettes and bits of vinery, with green, straw ...

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Vintage 1920s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Soft Blue Field and Geometric Medallion
Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Soft Blue Field and Geometric Medallion

Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Soft Blue Field and Geometric Medallion

Located in Atlanta, GA

SEO Keywords antique Persian Malayer rug, blue antique Malayer carpet, vintage Persian area rug, hand knotted Malayer rug, geometric Persian rug, tribal Persian carpet, collectible M...

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Gallery Rug with Central Medallion and Allover Botanical
Antique Persian Malayer Gallery Rug with Central Medallion and Allover Botanical

Antique Persian Malayer Gallery Rug with Central Medallion and Allover Botanical

Located in Atlanta, GA

The muted palette, softened by time, enhances its elegant aesthetic and makes it well-suited for both traditional and transitional interiors seeking a sophisticated accent with histo...

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Malayer Blue Persian Rug
Malayer Blue Persian Rug

Malayer Blue Persian Rug

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W 52 in L 78 in

Malayer Blue Persian Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th century Persian Malayer rug. The best Malayer carpets were woven in the village of Mishin, and use a lustrous, resilient wool and subtle, mesmerizing, repeating pattern...

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Persian Malayer Scatter Rug
Blue Persian Malayer Scatter Rug

Blue Persian Malayer Scatter Rug

Located in New York, NY

A small size early 20th century Persian Malayer rug in powder blue, ivory, and turquoise Measures: 3'5" x 4'11".

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Set of Pale Blue Persian Malayer Pillows
Set of Pale Blue Persian Malayer Pillows

Set of Pale Blue Persian Malayer Pillows

By Malayer

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite set of lumbar pillows from an antique Persian Malayer rug in pale blues and apricot. Backed in satin with zipper closures. Check close up images for best details. measur...

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20th Century Persian Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Blue Persian Malayer Rug
Blue Persian Malayer Rug

Blue Persian Malayer Rug

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W 41 in L 76 in

Blue Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

One of a kind Persian Malayer with abrashed blue field.

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20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Malayer Rug in Pink Blue Green
Malayer Rug in Pink Blue Green

Malayer Rug in Pink Blue Green

Located in New York, NY

Decorative Persian Malayer rug.  

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Persian Light Blue Peach Malayer Rug
Persian Light Blue Peach Malayer Rug

Persian Light Blue Peach Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

An accent size early 20th century Persian Malayer rug in light blues and peach tones Measures: 4'6 x 6'15".

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Fine quality sky blue field Persian Malayer rug.

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Early 20th Century Persian Tibetan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Blue Persian Malayer Runner Rug
Antique Blue Persian Malayer Runner Rug

Antique Blue Persian Malayer Runner Rug

Located in New York, NY

Persian antique Malayer rugs. Antique rugs from the Malayer region embody an angular northwestern style that is best defined by its diversity in style and color. Malayer is a city an...

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Late 20th Century Persian Malayer Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Persian Malayer Rug Pillow
Blue Persian Malayer Rug Pillow

Blue Persian Malayer Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a vintage Persian Malayer rug.

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Vintage 1920s Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Foam, Wool

Blue Persian Malayer Rug Pillow
Blue Persian Malayer Rug Pillow

Blue Persian Malayer Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a vintage Persian Malayer rug. Measures: 16'' x 17''.

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Vintage 1920s Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Foam, Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Malayer Blue Accent Rug
Zabihi Collection Persian Malayer Blue Accent Rug

Zabihi Collection Persian Malayer Blue Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

Persian Malayer Accent Rug in earth tones from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century Details rug no. j3186 size 4' 6" x 7' 3" (137 x 221 cm)

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century Persian Malayer with a primitive tribal design on a soft blue field.

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Early 20th Century Persian Country Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Medallion Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug
Blue Medallion Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug

Blue Medallion Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1920– A large diamond medallion nestles at the center of this lengthy antique Persian rug, resting against ...

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Malayer Runner
Blue Malayer Runner

Blue Malayer Runner

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W 31 in L 231 in

Blue Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

Breathtaking long and narrow antique Persian Malayer runner rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian Rugs, circa date: First quarter of the 20th century, this impressively long run...

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Soft Blue 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Soft Blue 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Soft Blue 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Highly decorative antique early 20th century Persian Malayer rug with a light blue ground and rust accents on a traditional formal palette Measures: 6'7' x 11'10".  

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Sky Blue Red Border Rug
Antique Persian Malayer Sky Blue Red Border Rug

Antique Persian Malayer Sky Blue Red Border Rug

Located in New York, NY

Highly decorative antique early 20th century Persian Malayer rug. Light blue field, tomato red border.

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Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Light Blue and Gray Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Light Blue and Gray Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Light Blue and Gray Antique Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique rugs from the Malayer region embody an angular Northwestern style that is best defined by its diversity in style and color. Malayer is a city and an eponymous county located ...

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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Primitive Denim Blue Persian Malayer Rug
Primitive Denim Blue Persian Malayer Rug

Primitive Denim Blue Persian Malayer Rug

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H 53 in W 37 in L 53 in

Primitive Denim Blue Persian Malayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century Persian Malayer with a primitive all-over tribal design on a denim blue field. Measures: 3'1" x 4'5".

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Early 20th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Malayer Rug Blue For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal malayer rug blue for your home. A malayer rug blue — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a malayer rug blue — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A malayer rug blue, designed in the Folk Art, Mid-Century Modern or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made malayer rug blue has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Keivan Woven Arts are consistently popular.

How Much is a Malayer Rug Blue?

Prices for a malayer rug blue start at $99 and top out at $150,000 with the average selling for $6,000.

Finding the Right Persian-rugs for You

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.