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Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Small Square Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Small Square Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Small Square Rug

Located in New York, NY

Details rug no. r5527 size 2' 8" x 3' 11" (81 x 119 cm) With distinctive large scale motifs and a wide ranging palette of warm colors, the antique Heriz carpet is probably the most ...

Category

20th Century Tudor Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Dargazin Mat with Floral Sprays, circa 1920s
Antique Persian Dargazin Mat with Floral Sprays, circa 1920s

Antique Persian Dargazin Mat with Floral Sprays, circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

A charming antique Persian Dargazin mat from the 1920s, woven with graceful floral sprays in rose, taupe, and soft blue over a charcoal-brown field.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hand-Knotted Bidjar Rug – Geometric Persian Durability
Antique Hand-Knotted Bidjar Rug – Geometric Persian Durability

Antique Hand-Knotted Bidjar Rug – Geometric Persian Durability

Located in New York, NY

This antique Bidjar rug showcases a striking geometric medallion design, meticulously handwoven in a refined palette of taupe, ivory, and soft brown.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hand-Knotted Meshed Rug – Persian Botanical Elegance
Antique Hand-Knotted Meshed Rug – Persian Botanical Elegance

Antique Hand-Knotted Meshed Rug – Persian Botanical Elegance

Located in New York, NY

This antique Meshed rug features a beautifully aged botanical design, woven with a warm, earthy palette of tan, muted gold, and soft blue.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Northwest Persian Bakshayesh Rug,  c. 1910's
Antique Northwest Persian Bakshayesh Rug,  c. 1910's

Antique Northwest Persian Bakshayesh Rug, c. 1910's

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Antique Northwest Persian Bakshayesh Beautiful European Sized Ancient Rug About: The size alone is rare, let alone the unbelievable color palette; eggplant, magenta, lilac, ice blue...

Category

20th Century Bakshaish Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Antique Persian Floor Cushions Poshti Pillows
Pair of Antique Persian Floor Cushions Poshti Pillows

Pair of Antique Persian Floor Cushions Poshti Pillows

Located in Dallas, TX

76799-76800 pair of antique Persian Ghashghaei floor pillow cushions.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Kerman Square Rug Antique Pillow
Zabihi Collection Persian Kerman Square Rug Antique Pillow

Zabihi Collection Persian Kerman Square Rug Antique Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th century Persian Kerman rug. Fill insert and zipper closure provided Measures: 20" x 20".

Category

20th Century Turkish Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Persian Floral Antique Rug Bolster Pillow
Zabihi Collection Persian Floral Antique Rug Bolster Pillow

Zabihi Collection Persian Floral Antique Rug Bolster Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Bolster-size pillow from a vintage Persian rug. 14'' x 26''

Category

Early 20th Century Romantic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Style Rug, 1930s, 1C1052
Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Style Rug, 1930s, 1C1052

Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Style Rug, 1930s, 1C1052

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Kerman rug in bright blue and red shades. The rug is from the beginnig of 20th century in good condition. -condition: good, -circa: 1930s, -size: 3.8' x 7.1...

Category

Vintage 1930s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Northwest Persian Small Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Antique Northwest Persian Small Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Antique Northwest Persian Small Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Small size pillow made from an early 20th century Northwest Persian rug. Measures: 11'' x 15''

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Meshad Beige Blue Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Meshad Beige Blue Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Meshad Beige Blue Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian meshad beige blue rug Size: 13'0" × 17'1" (396 × 520 cm).

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Square Rugs
Pair of Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Square Rugs

Pair of Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Square Rugs

Located in New York, NY

A close to a matching pair of one of a kind antique Persian Serapi rugs from the early stages of the 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish American Classical Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Tabriz Rugs
Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Tabriz Rugs

Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Tabriz Rugs

Located in New York, NY

A set of Persian Tabriz scatter-size rugs from the early 20th Century. One is more faded and lighter than the other. Measure: 3'9'' x 5'5'' and 3'9'' x 5'4'' respectively.

Category

Early 20th Century Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Afshar Area Rug 4'7'' x 6'9''
Antique Persian Afshar Area Rug 4'7'' x 6'9''

Antique Persian Afshar Area Rug 4'7'' x 6'9''

Located in New York, NY

Antique Afshar Rug 4'7'' x 6'9''

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Afshar Rugs
Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Afshar Rugs

Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Afshar Rugs

Located in New York, NY

A set of PersianAfshar throw-size rugs from the early 20th Century. Measure: 2' x 2'3'' respectively.

Category

Early 20th Century Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet

Located in New York, NY

1920s Persian Tabriz rug in light blue and light yellow Measures: 4'5''' x 6'.

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Worn Antique Persian Gabbeh Small Rug
Zabihi Collection Worn Antique Persian Gabbeh Small Rug

Zabihi Collection Worn Antique Persian Gabbeh Small Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th-century colorful tribal persian gabbeh small rug rug no. r5908 size 3' 2" x 5' 9" (97 x 175 cm)

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Gold Antique Persian Tabriz Large Square Rug Pillow
Gold Antique Persian Tabriz Large Square Rug Pillow

Gold Antique Persian Tabriz Large Square Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Large square size pillow made from a finely woven gold color persian tabriz rug. Measures: 23'' x 23''.

Category

20th Century Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug, Wool, Distressed Finish, 1920
Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug, Wool, Distressed Finish, 1920

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug, Wool, Distressed Finish, 1920

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique sultanabad beautifully distressed. Great condition

Category

Vintage 1920s Azerbaijani Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Late 19th Century Handwoven Persian Malayer Rug
Antique Late 19th Century Handwoven Persian Malayer Rug

Antique Late 19th Century Handwoven Persian Malayer Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This antique Malayer rug has a sandy-yellow field with an overall fox-brown and light blue herati-pattern design, in an ivory border of angular pistachio-green, fox-brown and sandy-y...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Baktiary Persian Rug, Ivory Field, Botanical Motifs, 1920
Antique Baktiary Persian Rug, Ivory Field, Botanical Motifs, 1920

Antique Baktiary Persian Rug, Ivory Field, Botanical Motifs, 1920

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Baktiary rug showcasing a grand, intricately layered medallion set within an ivory field alive with finely drawn botanical motifs. Saturated madder reds and deep indigo b...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Early 20th Century Northwest Persian Malayer Gallery Carpet
Antique Early 20th Century Northwest Persian Malayer Gallery Carpet

Antique Early 20th Century Northwest Persian Malayer Gallery Carpet

Located in Closter, NJ

The geographical region of Northwest Persia with its’ cities and villages was at the forefront of the large-scale export of rugs and carpets in the late 19th century. The merchants ...

Category

Early 20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

1920s Antique Persian Mahal Rug Ralph Lauren square 10x11
1920s Antique Persian Mahal Rug Ralph Lauren square 10x11

1920s Antique Persian Mahal Rug Ralph Lauren square 10x11

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Discover the charm and sophistication of this antique Persian Mahal rug, a rare hand-knotted Persian area rug that showcases the rich heritage of Persian craftsmanship.

Category

Early 20th Century Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique North West Persian Long Rug 2'4'' x 8'4''
Antique North West Persian Long Rug 2'4'' x 8'4''

Antique North West Persian Long Rug 2'4'' x 8'4''

Located in New York, NY

Antique North West Persian Long Rug 2'4'' x 8'4''

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Abrashed Room Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Zabihi Collection Abrashed Room Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug

Zabihi Collection Abrashed Room Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th-century Antique washed Persian Heriz Beautifully Abrash Rug Details rug no. j2907 size 7' 9" x 9' 8" (236 x 295 cm) With distinctive large scale motifs and a wide ran...

Category

20th Century Tudor Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Bidjar 3.6' x 5.4, 1910s - 1N36
Handmade Antique Persian Bidjar 3.6' x 5.4, 1910s - 1N36

Handmade Antique Persian Bidjar 3.6' x 5.4, 1910s - 1N36

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Persian Bidjar rug from the Middle East, dating back to the 1910s, is a remarkable example of traditional craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1910s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Large Room Size Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Large Room Size Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Large Room Size Rug

Located in New York, NY

Large room size Persian 1930s Heriz Carpet Details rug no. j2672 size 11' 2" x 14' 10" (340 x 452 cm) rug type Serapi/Heriz With distinctive large scale motifs and a wide ranging p...

Category

20th Century Tudor Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Distressed Persian Mahal Rug in Steel Blue, circa 1920s
Antique Distressed Persian Mahal Rug in Steel Blue, circa 1920s

Antique Distressed Persian Mahal Rug in Steel Blue, circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Mahal rug from the 1920s with a softly abrashed steel-blue field and the ghostly remains of an allover floral design in faded rust and ivory.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan 3.3' x 5.5', 1920s - 1N34
Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan 3.3' x 5.5', 1920s - 1N34

Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan 3.3' x 5.5', 1920s - 1N34

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Persian Lilihan rug from the 1920s is a beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug with Allover Palmette Vinery, circa 1900
Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug with Allover Palmette Vinery, circa 1900

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug with Allover Palmette Vinery, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

A superb antique Persian Sultanabad rug woven circa 1900, its brick-red field covered with a generous allover lattice of curling vines, palmettes, and blossoms in French blue, gold, ...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan 3.4' x 5.5', 1920s - 1N35
Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan 3.4' x 5.5', 1920s - 1N35

Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan 3.4' x 5.5', 1920s - 1N35

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Persian Lilihan rug from the 1920s is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique Distressed Persian Baktiary Rug with Garden Panel Design
Oversized Antique Distressed Persian Baktiary Rug with Garden Panel Design

Oversized Antique Distressed Persian Baktiary Rug with Garden Panel Design

Located in New York, NY

A palatial antique Persian Baktiary rug from the 1920s, woven in the celebrated garden panel design with a grid of compartments holding trees, blossoms, and birds in rust, sky blue, ...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Blue Tan Kerman Antique Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Persian Blue Tan Kerman Antique Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Persian Blue Tan Kerman Antique Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th-century Persian Kerman rug. Fill insert and zipper closure provided Measures: 16" x 16".

Category

20th Century Turkish Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, Rugged Beauty Meets Tribal Enchantment
Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, Rugged Beauty Meets Tribal Enchantment

Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, Rugged Beauty Meets Tribal Enchantment

Located in Dallas, TX

52455 Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, 04’06 x 08’05. In the captivating realm of nomadic charm, behold this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Shiraz rug, a woven masterpiece that whisper...

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hand-Knotted Mir Rug – Persian Repeating Herati Pattern
Antique Hand-Knotted Mir Rug – Persian Repeating Herati Pattern

Antique Hand-Knotted Mir Rug – Persian Repeating Herati Pattern

Located in New York, NY

This antique Mir rug features an intricate repeating Herati pattern, skillfully woven in a sophisticated palette of deep navy, warm taupe, and ivory.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Prayer Rug, Silk & Wool, Hand-Woven, 1900
Antique Persian Prayer Rug, Silk & Wool, Hand-Woven, 1900

Antique Persian Prayer Rug, Silk & Wool, Hand-Woven, 1900

Located in Miami, FL

A very elegant silk and wool Persian Prayer rug Soft and delicate colors, geometric designs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Bessarabian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Carpet, Floral Prayer Niche, Early 20th Century
Antique Persian Malayer Carpet, Floral Prayer Niche, Early 20th Century

Antique Persian Malayer Carpet, Floral Prayer Niche, Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Early 20th Century Persian Malayer carpet showcases the distinctive artistry and fine craftsmanship of the Malayer weaving tradition. The design centers on an elegant ...

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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 numbers rugs imported into the United States. The Sarouk carpet production came into...

Category

Vintage 1920s Indian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Mahal Shabby Chic Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Mahal Shabby Chic Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Mahal Shabby Chic Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from antique Persian Mahal rug with cotton back.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Semi-Antique Persian Ghom Silk Carpet Rug 165 X 106cm
Semi-Antique Persian Ghom Silk Carpet Rug 165 X 106cm

Semi-Antique Persian Ghom Silk Carpet Rug 165 X 106cm

Located in London, GB

Semi-Antique Persian Ghom Silk Rug 165 X 106cm A finely woven silk Ghom Persian rug with a golden indigo medallion, matching spandrels all with scrolling vines, a beige border wi...

Category

Mid-20th Century Central Asian Persian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Zabihi Collection Light Green Antique Persian Tabriz Room Carpet
Zabihi Collection Light Green Antique Persian Tabriz Room Carpet

Zabihi Collection Light Green Antique Persian Tabriz Room Carpet

Located in New York, NY

1st quarter of the 20th century Persian Formal Tabriz rug Measures: 8'6'' x 11'4''.

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Malayer Rug – Persian Garden Repeats with Floral Field
Antique Malayer Rug – Persian Garden Repeats with Floral Field

Antique Malayer Rug – Persian Garden Repeats with Floral Field

Located in New York, NY

This antique Malayer rug features a highly detailed allover design, where geometric boteh motifs form a rhythmic garden-inspired field. The abrashed red ground gives way to subtle tr...

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

An Eternal Dynasty: Antique Persian Kurd Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance
An Eternal Dynasty: Antique Persian Kurd Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

An Eternal Dynasty: Antique Persian Kurd Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

90043 Antique Persian Kurd Rug, 02'10 x 12'06. Long and lyrical in proportion, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kurd rug runner unfolds like a woven manuscript of ancestral wis...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Light Green Elegant Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Zabihi Collection Light Green Elegant Antique Persian Tabriz Rug

Zabihi Collection Light Green Elegant Antique Persian Tabriz Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Rug, predominantly pale green with hints of rose and brown outline accent colors Measures: 10'8'' x 14'10''.

Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Kashan Area Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral, 1900s
Antique Persian Kashan Area Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral, 1900s

Antique Persian Kashan Area Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral, 1900s

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 4’ 6” x 6’ 8” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Persia Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age an...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Red and Gold with Floral Patterns
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Red and Gold with Floral Patterns

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Red and Gold with Floral Patterns

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted wool originating circa 1900-1910, this 9x12 antique Persian rug of Tabriz provenance is a rare and exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim.

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Beige-Brown and Red Floral Patterns
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Beige-Brown and Red Floral Patterns

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Beige-Brown and Red Floral Patterns

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted silk, circa 1910-1920, this 6x10 antique Persian rug of Tabriz provenance is one of the most exciting new curations from Rug & Kilim’s rare classics—a brea...

Category

Vintage 1910s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 3.2' x 6.6', 1920s - 1N70
Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 3.2' x 6.6', 1920s - 1N70

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 3.2' x 6.6', 1920s - 1N70

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Experience the exquisite charm of this handmade Persian Hamadan wool rug, an authentic antique from the 1920s.

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4.5' x 6.4' 1920s - 1D186
Handmade Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4.5' x 6.4' 1920s - 1D186

Handmade Antique Persian Kashan Rug 4.5' x 6.4' 1920s - 1D186

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This exquisite antique Persian Kashan (Keschan) rug, hand-knotted in the 1920s, is a timeless piece of Persian artistry.

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Kazvin Rug, circa 1900 12'8 x 17'8
Antique Persian Kazvin Rug, circa 1900 12'8 x 17'8

Antique Persian Kazvin Rug, circa 1900 12'8 x 17'8

Located in Secaucus, NJ

The central navy medallion and corner spandrels are perfectly placed on the lovely rust colored field. The detailed border and guard borders complete this wonderful picture that the ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Mushroom Taupe with Terracotta Accents, 1930s
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Mushroom Taupe with Terracotta Accents, 1930s

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Mushroom Taupe with Terracotta Accents, 1930s

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Tabriz rug from the 1930s, finely woven with a delicate central medallion and allover arabesques in mushroom, taupe, and ivory, punctuated by lively terracotta acc...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Extremely Fine Antique Persian Farahan Sarouk Rug 4’3” x 6’9”
Extremely Fine Antique Persian Farahan Sarouk Rug 4’3” x 6’9”

Extremely Fine Antique Persian Farahan Sarouk Rug 4’3” x 6’9”

Located in New York, NY

Extremely Fine Antique Persian Farahan Sarouk Rug 4’3” x 6’9”. The scatter and room size pieces made in the Arak/Sultanabad area, between 1880 and 1910, with firm and leathery well-w...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Handmade Antique Persian Farahan Rug 4.1' x 6.7', 1870s - 1N47
Handmade Antique Persian Farahan Rug 4.1' x 6.7', 1870s - 1N47

Handmade Antique Persian Farahan Rug 4.1' x 6.7', 1870s - 1N47

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This exquisite handmade antique Persian Farahan rug from the 1870s captures the elegance and artistry of a bygone era.

Category

Antique 1870s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral Design, 1920
Antique Persian Mahal Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral Design, 1920

Antique Persian Mahal Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral Design, 1920

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bring home the elegance of Persian craftsmanship with this exquisite antique Persian Mahal rug, an authentic piece from the early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug 4.4' x 6.4, 1920s - 1N38
Handmade Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug 4.4' x 6.4, 1920s - 1N38

Handmade Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug 4.4' x 6.4, 1920s - 1N38

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Persian Bakhtiari rug from the 1920s is a stunning example of Middle Eastern craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1920s Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Persian Antiques For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Persian antiques available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Persian antiques — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. Find 23424 antique and vintage Persian antiques at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 397 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of Persian antiques available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Persian antiques made by modern designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Mehraban Rugs, Rug & Kilim and Ben Soleimani each produced beautiful Persian antiques that are worth considering.

How Much are Persian Antiques?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $6,850, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $3,200,000 highest priced.

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.

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Tantuvi’s New Rugs Were Inspired by the Travertine Quarries of India and the Spanish Steps of Rome

The New York–based rug designers employ earthy colors and time-honored artistry in their creations.

We’re Going Gaga for the New Sasha Bikoff Rugs

The New York interior designer found inspiration in disco culture and astrology for her debut home collection.

Paradise Is Found Underfoot in These Majestic Persian Textiles

Persian garden carpets, with their timeless beauty and unmatched craftsmanship, have an enduring appeal.