Antique Persian Mashad Red and Blue Handmade Wool Rug with Rosette Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Antique Mashad hand-knotted wool rug with a red field. This piece rug has a blue frame
Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Wool
Antique Persian Mashad Red and Blue Handmade Wool Rug with Rosette Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Antique Mashad hand-knotted wool rug with a red field. This piece rug has a blue frame
Wool
Vintage Mashad Amoghli - Size: 17 ft 2 in x 11 ft 7 in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Mashad Amoghli rug is an extraordinary masterpiece, exuding timeless elegance and
Wool
$4,800Sale Price|25% Off
11'6"x16'6" Ivory Vintage Persian Mashad Hand Knotted Clean and Soft Wool XL Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pearl White, Vintage Persian Mashad, Good Condition, Clean and Soft, Even Wear, 100% Wool, Hand
Wool
Beige Mashad Wool Hand Knotted Rug 10 ft x 13 ft , Almond Boteh Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique Persian Mashad rug dates to the early 20th century, circa 1900–1920, and reflects the
Wool
$2,045Sale Price|25% Off
Cherry Red Vintage Persian Mashad Hand Knotted Pure Wool Sheared Low Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Antique Persian Mashad Wool & Silk Rug 8 ft 1 in x 12 ft
Located in New York, NY
Masterpiece Antique Persian Mashad Wool & Silk Rug Signed by Master Weaver Saber, Country of origin
Wool, Silk
$9,760Sale Price|20% Off
Hand Knotted Antique Mashad Rug in Brown and Blue Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mashad rug style of exceptional drawing and rich color, marrying a luxurious all-over floral pattern
Wool
Vintage Persian Khorassan Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
for the production of high quality room-sized carpets. Mashad a city in the Khorassan district is also
Wool
Vintage Persian Khorassan Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
for the production of high quality room-sized carpets. Mashad a city in the Khorassan district is also
Wool
Antique Persian Khorassan, circa 1900
Located in Secaucus, NJ
center for the production of high quality room-sized carpets. Mashad a city in the Khorassan district is
Wool
$887Sale Price|55% Off
Handmade Antique Mashad Style Runner, 1900s, 1C587
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Persian Mashad runner in original condition. All-over design, split in two parts
Wool
Unavailable|$4,900
Persian Mashad Carpet, 20th Century
Located in Katy, TX
This is a Persian Mashad carpet that measures 9.7x12.5 This rug has a full lustrous pile. This
Wool
Unavailable|$13,500
Big Magenta Antique Mashad Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Mashad carpet coming from Northeast Persia. Mashad being an historic city hub for carpet
Wool
Unavailable|$2,749
Hand-knotted Persian carpet Mashad 351x248cm
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Hand-knotted Persian carpet Mashad 351x248cm Carpet from Iranian workshops in Mashad. The carpet
Wool, Cotton
Unavailable|$4,878
Mashad Palace Carpet 423 X 310 cm
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Mashad Palace Carpet 423 X 310 cm Carpet from Iranian workshops in Mashhad. The carpet is semi
Wool, Cotton
Unavailable|$61,264
Mashad Saber
Located in Milan, IT
This Mashad Saber piece has at least 70 years old and represent some of the very finest examples of
Wool
Unavailable|$2,800
1940s Fine Persian Mashad Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Fine Persian Mashad rug circa 1940 Measures: 6' 5" x 9' 10" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton
Wool
Unavailable|$4,800
Persian Mashad Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian Mashad rug circa 1940 Measures: 9' 9" x 13' Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton
Wool
Unavailable|$9,000
Vintage Mashad Rug, circa 1950
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Mashad rug circa 1950 Measures: 7' 10" x 10' 10" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton
Wool
Unavailable|$34,511
Persian Rug, Mashad, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Persian rug, Mashad, 20th century. Mashhad is one of the biggest Persian cities
Wool
Unavailable|$2,800
Red Persian Mashad Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Red Persian Mashad rug, circa 1940 Measures: 9' 9" x 12' 7" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton
Wool
Unavailable|$2,800
Signed Persian Mashad Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Fine Persian Mashad rug, signed by weaver. circa 1940 Measures: 9' 9" x 11' 3" Hand-knotted wool
Wool
Unavailable|$42,794
Antique Persian Rug, Mashad, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Persian rug, Mashad, 20th century. Mashhad is one of the biggest Persian cities
Wool
Unavailable|$9,000
Signed Burgundy Persian Mashad Rug, circa 1900
Located in Northridge, CA
Signed Persian Mashad rug circa 1900 Measures: 9' 10" x 16' 1" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton
Wool
Unavailable|$4,800
Cherry-Red Persian Mashad Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Cherry-Red Persian Mashad rug circa 1940 Measures: 10' x 12' 9" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton
Wool
Unavailable|$4,800
Red Signed Persian Mashad Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Red signed Persian Mashad rug circa 1940 Measures: 8' 1" x 9' 4" Hand-knotted wool pile
Wool
Unavailable|$4,695
9x12 Traditional Hand-woven Persian Mashad Indo
Located in Dallas, TX
Traditional Hand-woven Persian Mashad Indo Rug from RenCollection Rugs – Traditional antique hand
Wool, Cotton
Unavailable|$18,000
20th Century Antique Mashad Handwoven Persian Wool Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mashad rugs typically have a soft curvilinear floral motif with a centered medallion. They are
Wool
Unavailable|$31,995
Handwoven Persian Mashad Rug in Red with Scalloped Medallion
Located in Dallas, TX
Handwoven old Persian Mashad rug featuring a scalloped medallion and pendants on a red colored
Wool
Unavailable|$4,185
Pasargad Home Antique Persian Mashad 10 ft 3 in x 13 ft 2 in
Located in Port Washington, NY
Breathtaking and quite rare room Antique Persian Mashad country of origin / rug type: Persian rug
Wool
Sold|$7,500
Antique Persian Mashad Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Mashad carpet from the early 20th century. Measures: 9' 0" x 12' 7"
Wool
Sold|$75,000
Saber Mashad Carpet, Early 20th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Large Room-Size Persian Saber Mashad Carpet, Early 20th Century Hand-knotted mint condition camel
Wool, Silk
Antique Persian Mashad Rug
Located in New York, NY
A first quarter 20th century Persian Mashad carpet.
Sold|$4,775
Vintage Persian Mashad Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mashad carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Large Antique Persian Khorasan Mashad Rug with Floral Medallion Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Khorasan/Mashad carpet features a multi-tiered central medallion and detailed floral and blossom elements
Wool
Sold|$12,000
Antique Mashad Paradise Carpet
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Rare large size pictoral carpet. Hand knotted in the Persian city of Mashad this carpet has the
Handmade Overdyed Persian Mashad Vase Design Vintage Carpet
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind handmade overdyed Persian Mashad vase design vintage carpet
Wool
Sold
Persian Mashad
Located in New York, NY
A Plain Mashhad in charming paisley pattern.
Wool
Sold|$21,750
Vintage Deco Mashad
Located in New York, NY
A Persian Mashad with an atypical basket weave pattern.
Wool
Sold|$18,000
Antique Mashad Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This brightly colored Mashad features an all over floral pattern.
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Mashad Pictorial Room Size Carpet, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mashad pictorial room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Art Deco Style Mashad Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Mashad room size carpet, in the Art Deco style, handmade during the mid-20th
Wool
Antique Persian Mashad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Classic Persian Mashad
Wool
Sold|$80,000
Antique Persian Mashad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Mashad Rug
Wool
Antique Persian Mashad Rug
Located in New York, NY
A classic 20th Century Persian Mashad
Wool
Sold|$2,700
Vintage Persian Mashad Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mashad rug from the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 7" x 5' 3"
Wool
Sold|$11,450
1930's Mashad Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfectly aged 1930s Mashad rug. Featuring deep Blues and muted Pinks, this rug is one-of-a-kind
Wool
Sold|$85,000
Antique Persian Mashad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Mashad rug Size: 10'3" × 15'10" (312 × 482 cm) Antique rugs from the Meshad
Wool
Sold|$4,950
Gorgeous Vintage Mashad Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous vintage Persian Mashad rug with a large central medallion amidst a field of flowers and
Wool
Sold|$68,000
Antique Persian Mashad, Sabeer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Mashad, Sabeer rug. Size: 11'6" x 18'3".
Wool
Sold|$4,250
Vintage Persian Amoghli Mashad Deco Rug
By Abdol Mohammad Amoghli, Ali Khan Amoghli
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mashad Deco carpet from the mid-20th century woven in the notable Amoghli
Wool
Sold|$9,000
Antique Persian Area Rug Mashad Design
Located in Dallas, TX
vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Mashad design handwoven by expert
Wool
Sold|$8,900
Vintage Persian Mashad by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Known for its repetitive all-over patterns, this Persian Mashad rug features stunning symbolic
Wool
Sold|$5,500
Beautiful Mid-20th Century Mashad Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful mid-20th century Persian Mashad rug with a mesmerizing central "Rose Window" medallion
Wool
Handmade Antique Mashad Style Rug, 1930s, 1C522
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Very unusual Mashad style rug divided in in different shades in the middle. The rug has English
Wool
Handmade Antique Mashad Style Rug, 1920s, 1Q0177
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Mashad rug in distressed condition. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century
Wool
Handmade Antique Mashad Style Rug, 1910s, 1B587
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Hand made antique Mashad rug in good condition. This rug is in deep red shade with orange medallion
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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