Mazandaran-Style Minimalist Master Kilim, 5’10 x 3’11, Red, Purple, Green, Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Mazandaran kilim tradition runs deep. Art historian Parviz Tanavoli has established that horizontally striped flat-weaves from this Caspian province can be traced to at least the...
Wool
$8,500
Large Abstract Painting French Iranian Shahla Dadsetan Plongee Dans Ma Pensee
Located in Surfside, FL
The sale included a roster of the finest Middle Eastern Islamic artists from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Dubai, Morocco, Turkey etc. including CHARLES HOSSEIN ZENDEROUDI, MOHAMAD EHSAI...
Canvas, Acrylic
1970s Italian Signed Drawing Credited to Marino Marini
By Marino Marini
Located in Roma, IT
Notable students of his include sculptor Parviz Tanavoli. In 1943, he went into exile in Switzerland, exhibiting in Basel, Bern, and Zurich.
Pencil
Late 19th Century Blue and Black Afshar Rug
Located in Dublin, NH
.), 'Oriental Rugs from Pacific Collections' (San Francisco: SFBARS, 1990), pg 79, pl. 46. 2. Parviz Tanavoli, 'Afshar: Tribal Weavers from Southeast Iran' (Tehran: MATN, 2010) pg. 7...
Wool
Late 19th Century Geometric Afshar Mixed Technique Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Dublin, NH
The format and construction of this piece are both indicative of Afshar kilims from the Aqta region of southeast Persia, just outside of Kerman. 1. Parviz Tanavoli, 'Afshar: Tribal W...
Wool
Late 19th Century Red Paisley Afshar Rug
Located in Dublin, NH
A square-shaped Afshar rug such as this is sometimes designated as a 'masnad' and may have been used as a large seating square. 1.Parviz Tanavoli, 'Afshar: Tribal Weavers from Southe...
Wool
19th Century Afshar Rug with Red and Green Foliage
Located in Dublin, NH
.), 'Oriental Rugs from Pacific Collections' (San Francisco: SFBARS, 1990), pg. 82, pl. 85. 2. Parviz Tanavoli, 'Afshar: Tribal Weavers from Southeast Iran' (Tehran: MATN, 2010), pg....
Wool
Late 19th Century Red and Indigo Afshar Rug with Rosebuds and Rosettes
Located in Dublin, NH
Interestingly, two distinct bands of Sumak secure the top and bottom ends. Parviz Tanavoli, 'Afshar: Tribal weavers from Southeast Iran' (Tehran: MATN, 2010), pg. 114, pl. 45.
Vintage Persian Gabbeh
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed Gabbeh, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qas...
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh 4'4" x 6'7"
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed gabbehs, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qa...
Wool
Late 19th Century Red Afshar Rug with Green Palmettes and Ivory Ground
Located in Dublin, NH
San Francisco: SFBARS, 1990. pg. 83, pl. 51. Tanavoli, Parviz. Afshar: Tribal Weavers from Southeast Iran.
Wool
Vintage Persian Kilim Flat-Weave Rug
Located in New York, NY
This carpet was made-to-order for renowned Iranian artist, Parviz Tanavoli.
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed gabbehs, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qa...
Wool
Fine Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed Gabbeh, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qas...
Wool
Fine Vintage Gabbeh Shiraz Persian Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed gabbehs, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qa...
Wool
Fine Vintage Tribal Persian Gabbeh, Hand Knotted, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed gabbehs, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qa...
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh, circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed gabbehs, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qa...
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh, Hand Knotted, circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed Gabbeh, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qas...
Wool
Fine Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
In the 1980s, after the Iranian artist Parviz Tanavoli had experimented with vegetally dyed gabbehs, Gholamreza Zollanvari began producing the rugs in larger quantities, employing Qa...
Wool
$1,400Sale Price|50% Off
W 80 in L 112 in
Modern Flatweave Kilim Wool Rug with Multicolored Geometric Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
A contemporary kilim rug showcases an exuberant and detailed geometric motif throughout. It employs various multicolored tones that make it an ageless incorporation in modern interio...
Wool
Hand-Knotted Modern Kilim Rug, Wool, Geometric, 3'0\" x 9'7\"
Located in Norwalk, CT
A hand-knotted modern Kilim rug with a geometric design. This rug measures 3'0" x 9'7".
Wool
Hand-Knotted Modern Kilim Rug, Wool, Geometric, 3'3\" x 10'0\"
Located in Norwalk, CT
A hand-knotted modern Kilim rug with a geometric design. This rug measures 3'3" x 10'0"
Wool
Persian Ziri Kilim Flat-Weave Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A Persian Ziri Kilim flat-weave rug in purple, blue, and natural tones. The rug's texture and use of the color blocking technique brings dimension to any space and is both decorative...
Wool
$1,475Sale Price|50% Off
W 95 in L 139 in
Mid-Century Vintage Kilim Multicolor Handmade Patchwork Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage Kilim flatweave wool rug with multicolor field features a gorgeous allover Patchwork motif. This rug measures: 7'1" x 11'7".
Wool
$681Sale Price|50% Off
W 74.81 in L 106.3 in
6.3x9 ft Adjustable Vintage Kilim Carpet, Handwoven Turkish Cotton Rag Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add warmth, texture, and history to your home with this Striped Rag Rug – a colorful, handwoven Turkish Kilim made from 100% natural cotton. These authentic flat-weave rugs were orig...
Cotton
$3,450Sale Price|50% Off
W 121 in L 156 in
Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool rug With Multicolored Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug features an organic modern design with a wool Kilim flatweave, showcasing a geometric pattern in vibrant hues of orange, green, and pink. This rug measures 10'1" x 13' (app...
Wool
Contemporary Multi-color Kilim Handmade Geometric Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Kilim flat-weave wool rug with a blue field. This piece of art has multi-color accents in a gorgeous geometric abstract design. This rug measures: 9'4" x 12'10". ...
Wool
Modern Kilim Flatweave Abstract Motif Handmade Multicolor Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Kilim flat-weave wool rug with a multicolor field. This piece of art has a gorgeous abstract retro pattern design. This rug measures: 12' x 14'2". Our rugs are...
Wool
Fantasia, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Behshad Arjomandi
Located in Yardley, PA
Original abstract painting. It was painted in multiple layers with palette knife and brushes. The artwork is signed on the back and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. The pai...
Acrylic
$2,550Sale Price|50% Off
W 97 in L 116 in
Handmade Wool Kilim Rug, Modern Design from Afghanistan, 8'1\" x 9'8\"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern flat-weave Kilim Handmade wool rug. This Kilim rug has a field of blue, brown, and orange in a gorgeous geometric Expressionist design. This rug measures: 8'1" x ...
Wool
$5,738
H 24.81 in W 33.08 in
Marino Marini (1901-1980) - Orfeo - Colour lithograph on Arches paper - 1979
By Marino Marini
Located in Varese, IT
Colour lithograph on Arches paper, edited in 1979. Limited edition in 75 copies, numbered as 6/75 in lower left corner. Hand-signed by artist in pencil in lower right corner. Paper ...
Paper, Lithograph
Flat-Woven Vintage Moroccan Kilim Rug. Size: 4' 1" x 8' 8" (1.24 m x 2.64 m)
Located in New York, NY
Tribal North African flat-woven vintage Moroccan Kilim rug, country of origin: Morocco, circa mid-20th century. Size: 4 ft 1 in x 8 ft 8 in (1.24 m x 2.64 m).
Wool
$1,778Sale Price|20% Off
W 58.27 in L 127.96 in
Traditional Kilims Tribal Wool Kilim Rug Vintage Red Blue Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This fine wool area rug was woven by hand in the 1960s/70s with a tribal design. Woven on a rich red background with three large medallions in accents of deep blue and brown. The bol...
Cotton, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Wool
$3,029
H 26.78 in W 19.3 in D 0.04 in
Scenario - Original Etching and Drypoint by Marino Marini - 1968
By Marino Marini
Located in Roma, IT
Hand signed. Artist's proof. Etching and drypoint on ivory colored paper. In excellent condition. Image Dimensions : 48 x 32 cm Reference: I Selection, Plate IV, Propyläen, berlin,...
Drypoint, Etching
Mid-Century Vintage Kilim Handmade Wool Rug with Multicolor Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage Kilim flatweave wool rug with multicolor field features a gorgeous allover stripe motif. This rug measures: 4'10" x 8'10".
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.
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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