Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner
Located in New York, NY
A very narrow Persian Heriz Karadja runner from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. Measures: 2'3
20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Wool
Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner
Located in New York, NY
A very narrow Persian Heriz Karadja runner from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. Measures: 2'3
Wool
Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner
Located in New York, NY
A narrow Persian Heriz Karadja runner from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. Measures: 1 '10” x
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug in Soft Taupe, Ivory & Warm Neutrals
Located in New York, NY
This impressive antique Heriz rug features a classic geometric medallion layout executed in an
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Heriz, 3'7" x 5'
Located in Evanston, IL
with varied neutrals. Heriz rugs often feature dense all-over patterns and angular medallions
Wool
Antique Heriz Carpet, Neutral Palette
Located in New York, NY
This lightly toned rustic NW Persian carpet features a palette of browns, buffs, cream and beige's, with a central octogramme medallion and cream triangular corners. The geometric dr...
Wool
Large Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug Neutral Geometric Antique Heriz
By Eastern Artisans
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique antique Heriz Serapi featuring an incredible geometric allover design
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug in Rare Neutral Palette
Located in New York, NY
This striking antique Heriz rug showcases the classic geometric medallion design for which Heriz
Wool, Cotton
1930s Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Neutral Palette, Gray Accents
Located in New York, NY
This well-decorated NW Persian village carpet shows a reciprocally fringed field with a layered, en suite dark brown and ecru diamond medallion. Wide ecru conjoint corners with small...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Neutral Color Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Geometric Accent rug perfect for a powder room or Kitchen. circa 1930 Details rug no. r5864 size 2' 6" x 4' (76 x 122 cm)
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Neutral Color Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
1930s Persian Heriz Neutral Color room size rug Details rug no. j3415 size 7' 6" x 11' (229 x 335
Wool
$2,550Sale Price|50% Off
W 96 in L 123 in
Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Neutral Earth Tones Hand-knotted Wool Floral
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Antique Persian Heriz rug features a rare neutral palette, expertly washed to create a
Wool
Distressed Narrow Neutral Persian Heriz 20th Century Runner
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind distressed neutral Persian Heriz runner in neutral colors with a Classic traditional
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz in Soft Neutral Taupe and Ivory
Located in New York, NY
This impressive antique Heriz rug features an expansive geometric medallion design rendered in a
Wool, Cotton
Shabby Chic Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Neutral Palette, Grey & Green Borders
Located in New York, NY
jagged leaves, organised along three axes. Powerful abrash in the neutral field and in the brown pattern
Wool
19th Century Geometric Tribal Serapi Heriz Tabriz Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
pairing of crimson red and clear Persian blue, which are combined with varied neutrals. Heriz rugs often
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Persian Heriz Karadja Vintage Rug
Located in New York, NY
A neutral color Persian Heriz room size Rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century Details rug
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
1st quarter of the 20th-century Mini size Persian Heriz rug in neutral colors Measures: 1'10'' x
Wool
$2,380
W 55 in L 75 in
Antique Persian Karajah Rug Geometric Floral Design – Neutral Brown & Camel Wool
Located in Norwalk, CT
This authentic antique Persian Karajah rug highlights the rugged elegance of Northwest Persian tribal weaving. Featuring a rare palette of chocolate brown, camel, and taupe, it offer...
Wool
$4,800
W 46 in L 169 in
Vintage Persian Karajeh Runner with Geometric Medallion Design in Soft Neutral
Located in Atlanta, GA
Neutral. Keivan Woven Arts / rug H-510-35, country of origin / type: Iran / Karadjeh, circa mid-20th
Wool
$5,500
W 32 in L 168 in
Antique Heriz Runner In Soft Taupe and Ivory Palette with Geometric Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Heriz carpet, taupe and ivory runner, neutral color Heriz rug, vintage Heriz narrow rug, hand-knotted
Wool
Zabihi Collection Room Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Neutral Color Persian Heriz Antique Wash Rug Details rug no. j4293 size 7' 6
Wool
Square Size Persian Heriz Rug with All-Over Sub Floral Design in Brown & Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Square size Persian Heriz rug with all-over sub floral design in brown & blue in neutral and earth
Wool
Heriz S-J2903
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
an early 20th century Persian Heriz in neutral colors
Wool
Neutral Heriz Antique Persian Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
A 20th century traditional Persian Heriz rug in neutral colors. The field is a light beige brown
Wool
Neutral Heriz Antique Persian Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A 20th-century traditional Persian Heriz room-size rug in neutral colors. Measures: 7'6'' x 11
Wool
Neutral Color Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Scatter square size Persian Heriz rug Measures: 3'9'' x 4'10''.
Wool
Neutral Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
A muted shabby chic room size Persian Heriz rug with earthy palette in browns/blues/greens.
Wool
Antique Heriz Carpet, Neutral Palette, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
This NW Persian village carpet in the coarser "Gorevan" weave features a semi-geometric palmette, flower and right-angle vine pattern, strongly accented in dark brown, on a camel-tan...
Wool
Oversize Antique Heriz Rug in Neutral Tones
Located in New York, NY
and angular floral motifs typical of Heriz design, all rendered in a palette of earthy neutrals
Wool, Cotton
Antique Neutral Persian Heriz Carpet, Allover Field, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
flowers in the distinctive Heriz style.The turtle pattern main border is strongly abrashed in brown to
Wool
Golden Background Antique Heriz Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
pairing of crimson red and clear Persian blue, which are combined with varied neutrals. Heriz rugs often
Wool
Neutral Khaki Green Persian Heriz 20th Century Runner
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind neutral Persian Heriz runner in neutral colors with a Classic traditional geometric
Wool
Neutral Vintage Persian Heriz Narrow Beige Green Color 20th Century Runner
Located in New York, NY
Narrow one of a kind Persian runner in beige and green with a classic traditional geometric design, circa 1930. Measures: 1'9" x 6'5".
Wool
Neutral Persian Karaje Runner, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
This earth-toned NW Persian miniature kenare shows characteristic octogram and hooked hexagon medallions on a buff field. The abrash shows at one end of this evenly low piece with so...
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
clear Persian blue, which are combined with varied neutrals. Antique Heriz rugs often feature dense
Wool
Neutral Heriz Antique Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
A 20th century traditional Persian Heriz rug in neutral colors. Beige, brown and light blue
Wool
8'7" x 11'1" Antique Heriz Carpet, Persian
Located in Evanston, IL
with varied neutrals. Heriz rugs often feature dense all-over patterns and angular medallions
Wool
Neutral Antique Persian Heriz Runner
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind decorative antique Persian Heriz runner featuring light blue accents on a sand field
Wool
Contemporary Heriz Style Rug with Neutral Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
30177, contemporary Heriz style rug with neutral colors. This hand knotted wool contemporary Heriz
Wool
Narrow Neutral Persian Heriz 20th Century Runner
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind neutral Persian Heriz runner in neutral colors with a Classic traditional geometric
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Neutral Color Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
A whitewashed Karadja Heriz rug from the 20th century Details rug no. j4529 size 7' 10" x 11' 2
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th century Mini size Persian Heriz rug in neutral colors Measures: 2'1'' x 3'10''.
Wool
Neutral Vintage Persian Heriz Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
on cotton Beautiful neutral Heriz woven in the 1940's. Safe for high traffic areas. Wear Guide
Wool, Cotton
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contrasting piping. Chic and unders...
Steel
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Leather wrapped flexible arm wall light you can pose and adjust as you wish. This is our updated Meander Reader light with larger cone shade and new upward angled arm. Lamping: Sing...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Shearling 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shearling 'Strapontin' stool by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Iron
$3,800 / item
H 15 in Dm 19.63 in
VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$798Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$2,498 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$10,776 / set
H 30.91 in W 27.17 in D 30.71 in
Vintage Pair Of Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Vintage Pair Of Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs From Denmark, Circa 1950 by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark. Oak frames in good original condition with a nice even tone and patina. Original f...
Fabric, Oak
$5,099Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$704Sale Price / item|52% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and mokka latina aniline leather. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernis...
Oak
Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s plaster plafonnier. Hanging by four white chains; with 3 medium ba...
Metal
$687 / item
H 20.48 in W 15.56 in D 1.78 in
Hand-Crafted Rattan Pencil Reed Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Oxford, GB
This beautifully crafted wall mounted mirror is made of pencil reed rattan, providing a unique and elegant texture. Its durable design adds a touch of sophistication to any room whil...
Glass, Rattan
Orion Chandelier by Stephane Parmentier x Giobagnara
By Giobagnara
Located in New York, NY
For nearly twenty years, the Giobagnara brand has combined traditional know-how and leading-edge technology to produce elegance of the highest standard. With luxurious creations avai...
Bronze
Wooden armchairs by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb pair of armchairs in beech wood upholstered with a bouclette fabric. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023
Fabric, Beech
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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