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Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 4'1'' x 6'4''
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 4'1'' x 6'4''

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 4'1'' x 6'4''

$5,280Sale Price|43% Off

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Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 4'1'' x 6'4''

Located in New York, NY

Mohajeran village is famous for its top quality Sarouk group weavings, usually with royal to

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Vintage 1910s Persian More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 4'5'' x 6'8''
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 4'5'' x 6'8''

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 4'5'' x 6'8''

Located in New York, NY

It is convenient to label all dark blue 20’s Sarouks “Mohajerans”, whether they originate in that

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Vintage 1910s Asian More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 2' x 2'6''
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 2' x 2'6''

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 2' x 2'6''

$1,320Sale Price|30% Off

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Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 2' x 2'6''

Located in New York, NY

This ruglet shows all the characteristics of Sarouks of the interwar period, with a rose-red field

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Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 8'7'' x 12'5''
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 8'7'' x 12'5''

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 8'7'' x 12'5''

Located in New York, NY

The field panel abrashes from royal-dark to teal, with a millefleurs and bush trunk style below and above; and columns of well-spaced floating and radiating flower groups in the midd...

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Vintage 1920s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 11'0'' x 17'10''
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 11'0'' x 17'10''

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 11'0'' x 17'10''

Located in New York, NY

This quite finely woven Central Persian city carpet has a velvety pile of Manchester-spun Merino wool. The royal blue inscription cartouche and quatrefoil border frames the ruby red ...

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Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Carpet,  11'8" x 16'3"
Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Carpet,  11'8" x 16'3"

Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Carpet, 11'8" x 16'3"

Located in Evanston, IL

Sarouk, a small village and its neighboring villages in northwestern Iran are the source of large

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Vintage 1920s Indian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 8'10" x 11’6”
Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 8'10" x 11’6”

Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug 8'10" x 11’6”

Located in New York, NY

Mohajeran is a village in the larger Sarouk district, reputed, especially in the pre-WWII period

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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk with Artistic Open Vines in Super Fine Lamb Wool
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk with Artistic Open Vines in Super Fine Lamb Wool

Antique Mohajeran Sarouk with Artistic Open Vines in Super Fine Lamb Wool

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Collector's Royal Mini Antique Mat Super Fine Lamb Wool Artistic Botanical Rug Size: 1.11 x 2.2 Age: Antique Pile: Low with incredible age-related patina; pure lamb wool pile, nat...

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Vintage 1910s Rugs

Materials

Wool

Exceptional Blue Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug
Exceptional Blue Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Exceptional Blue Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

$18,000Sale Price|20% Off

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Exceptional Blue Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in New York, NY

Stunning early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug. 4'3'' x 6'7'' Before the 1920s the

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Early 20th Century Persian British Colonial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Royal Blue Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug
Zabihi Collection Royal Blue Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Zabihi Collection Royal Blue Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in New York, NY

Stunning early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug. 7'1'' x 10'6'' Before the 1920s the

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian British Colonial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Exceptional Red Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug
Zabihi Collection Exceptional Red Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Zabihi Collection Exceptional Red Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in New York, NY

example. Mohajeran Sarouk were produced with finer velvet "like" wool and higher knot counts than your

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Early 20th Century Persian British Colonial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Elegant Terracotta Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug
Zabihi Collection Elegant Terracotta Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Zabihi Collection Elegant Terracotta Antique Mohajeran Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in New York, NY

Stunning early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug with a terracotta field, accents in robin

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Early 20th Century Persian British Colonial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Oversize Pale Persian Antique Rug
Zabihi Collection Oversize Pale Persian Antique Rug

Zabihi Collection Oversize Pale Persian Antique Rug

Located in New York, NY

Stunning oversize antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk rug consisting of a pale wheat ground and powder

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Early 20th Century Persian Industrial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Red Persian Floral Sarouk Carpet, 08'10 x 12'00
Antique Red Persian Floral Sarouk Carpet, 08'10 x 12'00

Antique Red Persian Floral Sarouk Carpet, 08'10 x 12'00

Located in Dallas, TX

77516, antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk rug with Jacobean style. Vibrant colors with beguiling

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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversize Antique Persian Floral Red Sarouk Rug c. 1880-1900 (12.6 x 22.9 ft)
Oversize Antique Persian Floral Red Sarouk Rug c. 1880-1900 (12.6 x 22.9 ft)

Oversize Antique Persian Floral Red Sarouk Rug c. 1880-1900 (12.6 x 22.9 ft)

Located in New York, NY

Mohajeran Sarouk carpet dating from circa 1880s-1900s and measuring 12.6 x 22.9 ft. It is in excellent

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Antique 1880s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Navy Blue Persian Sarouk Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Navy Blue Persian Sarouk Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Navy Blue Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in New York, NY

An authentic early 20th-century room size Persian Mohajeran Sarouk carpet in predominantly navy

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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1900 Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug Overall 210cmx335cm Persian Rug Floral 7x11
1900 Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug Overall 210cmx335cm Persian Rug Floral 7x11

1900 Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug Overall 210cmx335cm Persian Rug Floral 7x11

Located in New York, NY

This antique Mohajeran Sarouk rug, circa 1900, displays a vibrant floral network set against a pink

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Antique 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Oversize Persian Sarouk Rug
Zabihi Collection Oversize Persian Sarouk Rug

Zabihi Collection Oversize Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in New York, NY

this stellar example. Mohajeran Sarouk was produced with finer velvet "like" wool and higher knot

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Early 20th Century Persian British Colonial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Navy Blue Antique Persian Sarouk Manchester Wool Rug
Zabihi Collection Navy Blue Antique Persian Sarouk Manchester Wool Rug

Zabihi Collection Navy Blue Antique Persian Sarouk Manchester Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

with navy borders. Rarely are they found in inverse colors like this stellar example. Mohajeran Sarouk

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian British Colonial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Oversize Jewel Toned Traditional Persian Sarouk Rug
Zabihi Collection Oversize Jewel Toned Traditional Persian Sarouk Rug

Zabihi Collection Oversize Jewel Toned Traditional Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in New York, NY

. Mohajeran Sarouk was produced with finer velvet "like" wool and higher knot counts than your traditional

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Early 20th Century Persian British Colonial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique 1910s Wool Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, Peacock Motif, 4' x 6'
Antique 1910s Wool Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, Peacock Motif, 4' x 6'

Antique 1910s Wool Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, Peacock Motif, 4' x 6'

By Sarouk Farahan

Located in New York, NY

Woven in Iran, this hand-knotted Sarouk carpet measures 4’ x 6’5” and belongs to the Antique

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

The Gilded Ruby Garden: A Persian Sarouk Masterpiece of Eternal Bloom
The Gilded Ruby Garden: A Persian Sarouk Masterpiece of Eternal Bloom

The Gilded Ruby Garden: A Persian Sarouk Masterpiece of Eternal Bloom

Located in Dallas, TX

79263 Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug, 08'10 x 10'07. Radiating an aura of timeless prestige

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Early 20th Century Persian Empire Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran
Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a wonderful mirrored floral and vine

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran
Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran

$16,500

W 105 in L 132 in

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a beautiful all-over mirrored

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Sweet Petite Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Sweet Petite Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Sweet Petite Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A petite early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a sweet mirrored floral and vine

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An incredible early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with an all-over mirrored floral

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a traditional mirrored tree-of

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An incredible early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a traditional mirrored floral

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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An incredible early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a typical large-scale mirrored

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautiful large early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a lacy mirrored floral

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a large-scale mirror floral

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Exceptional Late 19th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Exceptional Late 19th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Exceptional Late 19th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An exceptional late 19th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a beautiful mirrored finely

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Antique 1890s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, C-1920
Antique Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, C-1920

Antique Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, C-1920

Located in Evanston, IL

Antique handmade Northwest Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug, c-1910, 2'7" x 5'2", fine wool, in red and

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Early 20th Century Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a large stylized floral central

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Vintage 1910s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A stunning early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a mirrored floral and vine pattern

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautiful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a mirrored floral pattern woven in

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique  Sarouk Mohajeran Oriental Rug, c-1910
Antique  Sarouk Mohajeran Oriental Rug, c-1910

Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Oriental Rug, c-1910

Located in Evanston, IL

Indulge in the timeless elegance of our Antique Handmade Northwest Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, a

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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a mirrored floral pattern with

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Petite Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Petite Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Petite Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic 19th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a traditional pattern consisting of a

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Antique Early 1900s Asian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Classic Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Classic Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Classic Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful and Classic early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a traditional mirrored

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Vintage 1920s Asian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bold Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Bold Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Bold Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A Classic and wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a bold but traditional

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Vintage 1930s Asian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Majestic Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
Majestic Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Majestic Early 20th Century Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A majestic early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a large-scale mirrored floral

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

19th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug
19th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

19th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A late 19th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with central floral field on a crimson background

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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 9'2'' x 11'
Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 9'2'' x 11'

Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 9'2'' x 11'

Located in New York, NY

Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 9'2'' x 11'. Abrashed rusty red field with an unusual allover pattern

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Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 10'8'' x 12'10''
Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 10'8'' x 12'10''

Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 10'8'' x 12'10''

Located in New York, NY

Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 10'8'' x 12'10''. This 1920's Arak Province village carpet shows a

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Vintage 1910s Persian More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 8'9'' x 11'9''
Antique Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 8'9'' x 11'9''

Antique Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 8'9'' x 11'9''

$7,000Sale Price|45% Off

W 105 in L 141 in

Antique Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Rug 8'9'' x 11'9''

Located in New York, NY

This C. 1920 carpet attributed to Mohajeran village in the Sarouk/Sultanabad/Arak area, shows a

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Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

1920s Blue Green Red Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Carpet 14'10" x 17'2" Wool Rug
1920s Blue Green Red Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Carpet 14'10" x 17'2" Wool Rug

1920s Blue Green Red Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Carpet 14'10" x 17'2" Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Carpet ( 14'10" x 17'2" - 452 x 523 ) Antique Large

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Vintage 1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fabulous Early 20th Century Mohajeran Rug
Fabulous Early 20th Century Mohajeran Rug

Fabulous Early 20th Century Mohajeran Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A fabulous early 20th century Persian Mohajeran rug with a bold all-over mirrored floral pattern

Category

Vintage 1930s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Antique Persian Sarouk Rug

Antique Persian Sarouk Rug

$1,240Sale Price|20% Off

W 36 in L 60 in

Antique Persian Sarouk Rug

Located in Evanston, IL

with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad

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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug
Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug

Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug

$3,500

W 40 in L 55 in

Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautiful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran rug with a mirrored tree-of-life pattern

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Vintage 1930s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Mohajiran Sarouk Runner
Antique Persian Mohajiran Sarouk Runner

Antique Persian Mohajiran Sarouk Runner

Located in Evanston, IL

"Sarouk Mohajeran", "Sultanabad" or "Sarouk Mahal".

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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Mohajeran Sarouk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mohajeran sarouk you’re looking for. Each mohajeran sarouk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mohajeran sarouk, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right mohajeran sarouk, those designed in styles are of considerable interest. Sarouk Farahan each produced at least one beautiful mohajeran sarouk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mohajeran Sarouk?

A mohajeran sarouk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,472, while the lowest priced sells for $1,000 and the highest can go for as much as $80,000.

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.