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Zabihi Collection Whimsical Folk Art Persian Gabbeh Rug
Zabihi Collection Whimsical Folk Art Persian Gabbeh Rug

Zabihi Collection Whimsical Folk Art Persian Gabbeh Rug

Located in New York, NY

a 3rd quarter of the 20th century Persian Gabbeh Folk Art Rug rug no. j4777 size 3'3" x 5'2''

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Flatweave Striped Runner Rug 3 ft x 9 ft - Blue & Red
Flatweave Striped Runner Rug 3 ft x 9 ft - Blue & Red

Flatweave Striped Runner Rug 3 ft x 9 ft - Blue & Red

Located in Dallas, TX

Striped Runner Rug Artful Plaid Rug with Vintage Soul This striking narrow runner brings a beautifully lived-in vibrancy to the room. Hand-woven in wool as a traditional flatweave,...

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1910s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rugs On Net Large Antique Garden Design Jewel Tone Persian Bakhtiari Carpet Rug
Rugs On Net Large Antique Garden Design Jewel Tone Persian Bakhtiari Carpet Rug

Rugs On Net Large Antique Garden Design Jewel Tone Persian Bakhtiari Carpet Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Size: 10' 4" x17' 3" This early 20th century Persian Bakhtiari Garden carpet (10'4" × 17'3") is a remarkable hand-knotted wool rug showcasing the icon...

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1920s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Peach Antique Persian Afshar Rug, 3'4'' x 3'7''
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Peach Antique Persian Afshar Rug, 3'4'' x 3'7''

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Peach Antique Persian Afshar Rug, 3'4'' x 3'7''

Located in New York, NY

a pale, soft peach Persian Afshar small square rug from the early 20th century Details rug no. j4939 size 3' 4" x 3' 7" (102 x 109 cm)

Category

20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Whimsical Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Zabihi Collection Whimsical Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug

Zabihi Collection Whimsical Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th-century whimsical floral persian gabbeh rug rug no. j4899 size 2'8" x 3'9''

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Tribal Square Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug
Zabihi Collection Tribal Square Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug

Zabihi Collection Tribal Square Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug

Located in New York, NY

rare square shaped tribal Persian Gabbeh rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. The signature reads "order by reza" and dated 1940 in farsi. It must have been custom made duri...

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20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bold Jewel Tone Vintage Persian Nahavand Geometric Floral Design Long Runner Rug
Bold Jewel Tone Vintage Persian Nahavand Geometric Floral Design Long Runner Rug

Bold Jewel Tone Vintage Persian Nahavand Geometric Floral Design Long Runner Rug

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage large hand knotted Persian Nahavand wool runner rug in red, pink, and black, with accents of green, yellow and white. Large runner with geometric pattern and abstract floral ...

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1980s Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Luristan Folk Art Animal Rug, Hand-Knotted Neutral Wool, 2' x 3'
Vintage Persian Luristan Folk Art Animal Rug, Hand-Knotted Neutral Wool, 2' x 3'

Vintage Persian Luristan Folk Art Animal Rug, Hand-Knotted Neutral Wool, 2' x 3'

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Persian Luristan rug from the early 1990s features a bold animal motif rendered in a strikingly graphic, folk-art style. Hand-knotted in organic wool, the composition sh...

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1990s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

The Desert Sovereign: An Antique Persian Viss Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance
The Desert Sovereign: An Antique Persian Viss Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

The Desert Sovereign: An Antique Persian Viss Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

79662 Antique Persian Viss Rug, 10'00 x 13'06. The Desert Sovereign: An Antique Persian Viss Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Viss rug possesses...

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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug with Beige-Brown Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug with Beige-Brown Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug with Beige-Brown Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 4x6 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This vintage Ga...

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1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rugs On Net Blue Red Antique Tribal Mina Khani Northwest Persian Rug Dated 1805
Rugs On Net Blue Red Antique Tribal Mina Khani Northwest Persian Rug Dated 1805

Rugs On Net Blue Red Antique Tribal Mina Khani Northwest Persian Rug Dated 1805

Located in New York, NY

Early 19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet with Inscription Dated 1808 Size: 8' 4" x 10' 4" Antique N.W. Persian Room Size Wool Navy Rug, Circa Date: 1805. This exceptional early 19th-c...

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Early 1800s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug

Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Bakhtiari carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century with a garden design.

Category

1940s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Bidjar Small Throw Rug
Antique Persian Bidjar Small Throw Rug

Antique Persian Bidjar Small Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Bidjar rug from the early 20th century. The wine red small Herati pattern field is overlaid by a light blue involute Herati medallion which, in turn, is centered b...

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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Quirky Persian Hamedan Vintage Rug
Zabihi Collection Quirky Persian Hamedan Vintage Rug

Zabihi Collection Quirky Persian Hamedan Vintage Rug

Located in New York, NY

a mid 20th century Neutral Color Persian Hamedan Rug item j4916 size 4' x 6'9''

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Pictorial Flatweave Kilim Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Pictorial Flatweave Kilim Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Pictorial Flatweave Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

This Mid-20th century Persian pictorial Souf flatweave kilim features a bold and expressive figural design set against a striped ground. At the center of the composition stands a sty...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

This Mid-20th century Persian flatweave kilim features a lively and layered composition that blends horizontal striping with inset geometric panels. The design is structured around b...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

This Mid-20th century Persian flatweave kilim presents an engaging and highly individual composition assembled from a variety of woven panels. The design combines sections of boldly ...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beni Ourain Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Hand Knotted Wool
Beni Ourain Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Hand Knotted Wool

Beni Ourain Berber Lion Rug North African Moroccan Tribal Hand Knotted Wool

By djoharian-design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

A Lion Berber rug from Morocco This rug was hand knotted by women of the Beni Ourain tribe in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. It has wonderful soft wool and medium high pile. It is...

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2010s Moroccan Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Kerman Hand-Woven Area Rug - Centeral Medalion - Geometric Motifs - 6 ft X 9 ft
Kerman Hand-Woven Area Rug - Centeral Medalion - Geometric Motifs - 6 ft X 9 ft

Kerman Hand-Woven Area Rug - Centeral Medalion - Geometric Motifs - 6 ft X 9 ft

Located in Dallas, TX

Kerman Area Rug Exquisite Persian Geometry A rare and captivating work of hand-knotted artistry, this fine Persian rug combines precision geometry with subtle decorative elegance. ...

Category

Early 1900s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Gorgeous Mid-20th Century Turkmen Rug
Gorgeous Mid-20th Century Turkmen Rug

Gorgeous Mid-20th Century Turkmen Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A gorgeous vintage Turkmen rug with an all-over pattern of small medallions woven in orange, white, and indigo vegetable dyed silk on a brilliant crimson background. The border is ex...

Category

1960s Turkmen Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Bakshaish Rug on Fabric Textile
Zabihi Collection Antique Bakshaish Rug on Fabric Textile

Zabihi Collection Antique Bakshaish Rug on Fabric Textile

Located in New York, NY

Mid-19th Century Persian Bakshaish Rug hand-stitched on a fabric textile. Best to use on wall or as a throw piece Details rug no. r4808 size 3' 8" x 5' 2" (112 x 157 cm

Category

19th Century Unknown Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Linen

Tabriz, Classic
Tabriz, Classic

Tabriz, Classic

Located in Los Gatos, CA

3'1"x4'1" Tabriz, Classic

Category

2010s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk, Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Cream and Brown with Leopard Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Cream and Brown with Leopard Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Cream and Brown with Leopard Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 3x5 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This vintage Ga...

Category

1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug with Tribal Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug with Tribal Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug with Tribal Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 3x7 Persian Gabbeh runner rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of iconic tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: A true...

Category

1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug 6 ft x 8 ft 4 in
Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug 6 ft x 8 ft 4 in

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug 6 ft x 8 ft 4 in

Located in New York, NY

Ivory Geometric Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: Vintage

Category

20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Classic Persian Handwoven Rug with Central Diamond Medallion
Classic Persian Handwoven Rug with Central Diamond Medallion

Classic Persian Handwoven Rug with Central Diamond Medallion

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique wool area rug was made in iran and dates to 1870–1890 (AGE_Category: antique). The palette reads as rust and earth tones with deep navy and soft ivory accents, giving th...

Category

Late 19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Narrow Antique Persian Heriz Runner
Zabihi Collection Narrow Antique Persian Heriz Runner

Zabihi Collection Narrow Antique Persian Heriz Runner

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th Century narrow Persian Heriz Tribal Runner Details rug no. j2633 size 2' 5" x 8' 4" (74 x 254 cm)

Category

20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Persian Gabbeh Accent Rug
Mid-20th Century Persian Gabbeh Accent Rug

Mid-20th Century Persian Gabbeh Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Gabbeh accent rug. Somewhat similar to, but substantially more worn than rug # 25204, this Qashqai tribal carpet from southwest Persia features rosettes I the ivory...

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Dark Grey Brown Rug Persian Bakhtiari Carpet 13'10" x 26'6"
Late 19th Century Dark Grey Brown Rug Persian Bakhtiari Carpet 13'10" x 26'6"

Late 19th Century Dark Grey Brown Rug Persian Bakhtiari Carpet 13'10" x 26'6"

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century Persian Bakhtiari Carpet ( 13'10" x 26'6" - 422 x 808 ) This exceptional example of bakhtiari weaving with its late nineteenth-century provenance ensures a quality...

Category

1890s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug in Green with Leopard Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug in Green with Leopard Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug in Green with Leopard Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 2x5 Persian Gabbeh runner rug is the latest entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This captivatin...

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1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

The Nomadic Lion King: A Vintage Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Tribal Nobility
The Nomadic Lion King: A Vintage Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Tribal Nobility

The Nomadic Lion King: A Vintage Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Tribal Nobility

Located in Dallas, TX

61434 Vintage Persian Pictorial Shiraz Rug, 02'09 x 05'01. Woven by the hands of nomadic artisans in southern Iran, this vintage Persian Shiraz rug commands attention with a presence...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Brown with Cheetah Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Brown with Cheetah Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Brown with Cheetah Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 3x4 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: A striking blen...

Category

1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Folk Art Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 5'6'' x 8'9''
Zabihi Collection Folk Art Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 5'6'' x 8'9''

Zabihi Collection Folk Art Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 5'6'' x 8'9''

Located in New York, NY

An intermediate-sized Persian Gabbeh rug made in the middle of the 20th century Details rug no. j3316 size 5' 6" x 8' 9" (168 x 267 cm)

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Shirvan Rug
Early 20th Century Persian Shirvan Rug

Early 20th Century Persian Shirvan Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th-century Persian Shirvan rug is a masterclass in color, composition, and scale. Woven by Azerbaijani artisans from the Shirvan region in the eastern Caucasus—an area l...

Category

Early 1900s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Flatweave Kilim Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

This Mid-20th century Persian flatweave kilim presents a highly expressive tribal composition combining figurative imagery with geometric ornament. The design is arranged in distinct...

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Persian Afshar Rug
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Persian Afshar Rug

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Persian Afshar Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century Persian afshar rug featuring an all-over paisley pattern Details rug no. j4402 size 5' 5" x 7' 7" (165 x 231 cm)

Category

20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner
Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner

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 6'.

Category

20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Brown with Diamond Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Brown with Diamond Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Brown with Diamond Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 4x7 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: A compelling ex...

Category

1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Gabbeh Accent Rug
Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Gabbeh Accent Rug

Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Gabbeh Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Gabbeh tribal accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of a lion. Measures: 4' 0" x 7' 0".

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Tribal Rug, Beige-Brown Diamond Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Tribal Rug, Beige-Brown Diamond Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Tribal Rug, Beige-Brown Diamond Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 3x6 Persian Gabbeh runner rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of iconic tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Rooted...

Category

1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug

Antique Persian Bidjar Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Bidjar carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century with a Gol Farang design which translates to "Foreign Flower.".

Category

1930s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Persian Afshar Rug
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Persian Afshar Rug

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Persian Afshar Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century Persian Afshar Rug Details rug no. j2832 size 4' 4" x 6' 3" (132 x 191 cm)

Category

20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug with Tribal Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug with Tribal Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug with Tribal Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 3x6 Persian Gabbeh runner rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: A true c...

Category

1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Beige with Brown Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Beige with Brown Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Beige with Brown Animal Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 3x6 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This vintage Ga...

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1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Light Gray Erased Persian Design Sari Silk with Wool Hand Knotted Rug 9' x 12'
Light Gray Erased Persian Design Sari Silk with Wool Hand Knotted Rug 9' x 12'

Light Gray Erased Persian Design Sari Silk with Wool Hand Knotted Rug 9' x 12'

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

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2010s Indian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Serab Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Geometric, 1890s
Antique Persian Serab Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Geometric, 1890s

Antique Persian Serab Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Geometric, 1890s

Located in New York, NY

19th Century Persian Serab Rug ( 3'2'' x 3'9'' - 97 x 114 ) Antique Serab Persian Geometric Knotted Rug, Country of Origin: Iran / Persia, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late 1...

Category

1890s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug
Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug

Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug

$3,200Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Persian Kurd Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Kurd carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century with a pictorial design.

Category

1930s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug
Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug

Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Afshar accent rug. Roughly in the same style as rug # 27198, this SE Persian tribal scatter adds a central lozenge rust sub-medallion while omitting the sawtooth ed...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Rug

Located in New York, NY

A mid-20th century Persian Afshar rug, this small but visually rich piece exemplifies the weavers’ mastery of color rhythm and modular design. The field is composed of tightly arrang...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Heavenly Gray Heriz Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug 8'10" x 11'11"
Heavenly Gray Heriz Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug 8'10" x 11'11"

Heavenly Gray Heriz Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug 8'10" x 11'11"

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Beige and Red Tribal Animal Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Beige and Red Tribal Animal Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Beige and Red Tribal Animal Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 4x5 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This vintage Ga...

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1950s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection  Early 20h Century Persian Kurd Bagface Rug
Zabihi Collection  Early 20h Century Persian Kurd Bagface Rug

Zabihi Collection Early 20h Century Persian Kurd Bagface Rug

Located in New York, NY

Persian Kurd Bagface from the 1st quarter of the 20th century Details rug no. j4865 size 1' x 1'1"

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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

A Shirvan Boteh: Late 19th Century Caucasian Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance
A Shirvan Boteh: Late 19th Century Caucasian Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

A Shirvan Boteh: Late 19th Century Caucasian Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

79568 Antique Caucasian Shirvan Rug Runner, 03'04 x 09'05. Woven during the Late 19th Century, this hand knotted wool antique Caucasian Shirvan rug embodies the captivating spirit of...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug
Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug

Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug

Located in New York, NY

a 21st century Persian Gabbeh depicting a pigeon Details rug no. j3633 size 1' 10" x 5' 2" (56 x 157 cm)

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1900s Antique Karabagh Rug 7.7x3.11
1900s Antique Karabagh Rug 7.7x3.11

1900s Antique Karabagh Rug 7.7x3.11

Located in Los Angeles, US

Antique Karabagh Rug 7.7x3.11

Category

Early 1900s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Bakhtiari Pictorial Gallery Rug
Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Bakhtiari Pictorial Gallery Rug

Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Bakhtiari Pictorial Gallery Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian gallery format rug handmade by the Bakhtiari tribe during the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of androgynously drawn female figures. Measures: 4' 5" x 1...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Authentic Antique and Vintage Persian Tribal Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs

Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian tribal rugs in your home decor.

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. Although this 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. 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.

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.

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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