Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
?61188 Vintage Persian Ardabil rug, 07'01 x 10'10. With its rustic sensibility, incredible detail
Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Wool
Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
?61188 Vintage Persian Ardabil rug, 07'01 x 10'10. With its rustic sensibility, incredible detail
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Ardabil Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful mid-20th century Persian Ardabil rug with a large central floral medallion living
Wool
Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug with Herati Design
Located in Dallas, TX
21682 Vintage Persian Ardabil rug 04'07 x 06'05. Emanating timeless style with incredible detail
Wool
Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 1950s Geometric Design
Located in Barrington, IL
A striking vintage Persian Ardabil rug from the mid-20th century, this room-size carpet showcases
Wool, Cotton
$2,450
Vintage Ardabil Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage Persian Ardabil rug with a tribal pattern woven with stylized flower and birds woven in
Wool
Vintage Persian Tribal Ardabil Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
72037 Vintage Brown Persian Ardabil Rug, 07'00 x 10'00. Antique-washed Persian Ardabil rugs
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Ardabil Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
This mid-20th century Persian Ardabil rug, measuring 3' 5" x 5' 1", showcases a compelling tribal
Wool
1930's Persian Ardabil Carpet with Shabby Chic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
71930 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug 04'07 x 06'05. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Ardabil rug
Wool
The Highland Sovereign: A Vintage Persian Ardabil Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79571 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug Runner, 04'07 x 10'06. Woven in the storied weaving districts
Wool
The Whispered Garden: Antique Persian Ardabil Masterpiece of Timeless Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
61376 Antique Persian Ardabil Rug, 10'02 x 14'02. This hand knotted wool antique Persian Ardabil
Wool
The Courtly Garden: A Vintage Persian Ardabil Masterpiece of Ceremonial Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79444 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, 04'10 x 07'03. Woven in the storied weaving center of Ardabil
Wool
Vintage Persian Geometric Ardabil Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this piece is geometric with
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Geometric Ardabil Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this piece is geometric with
Wool, Cotton
Persian Vintage Ardabil Rug Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
with repeated medallion. The pile of this rug is thick, hand weaved with strong cotton as the material
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Tribal Ardabil Rug Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this piece is geometric with
Wool, Cotton
$1,225Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Persian Tribal Ardabil Rug Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this piece is geometric with
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Tribal Ardabil Rug Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this piece is geometric with
Wool, Cotton
$1,750
Vintage Persian Ardabil
Located in San Diego, CA
ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this piece is geometric with
Wool, Cotton
$1,237Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Geometric Ardabil Runner Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This runner is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in north-west of Iran. The design is geometric with repeated medallion. The pile is wool with cotton foundation. The base color i...
Wool, Cotton
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Northwest Persian Ardabil Runner Carpet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive antique runner from the northwest Persian area of Ardabil Provence. Featuring an
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with the Ardabil Carpet Design
Located in Dallas, TX
60936 distressed antique Persian Kerman rug with The Ardabil Carpet design 09'10 x 13'02
Wool
RugsOnNet Fine Weave Vintage Ivory Floral Ardabil Design Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, Size: 11' 7''x 15' 7'' Vintage Large Persian Knotted Rug, Circa Date
Wool
$775Sale Price|70% Off
Handmade Antique Persian Ardabil Kilim Rug 4.5' x 6.5', 1930s - 1C1146
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Embrace the timeless beauty of this Handmade Antique Persian Ardabil Kilim Rug, a true masterpiece
Wool
$2,067Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug 4.9' x 7.2', 1970s - 1D91
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a splash of color and charm to your space with this Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil
Wool
$6,300Sale Price|30% Off
Fine Persian Nain Silk & Wool Ardabil Floral Medallion Area Rug Carpet 9' x 13'
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage fine Persian Nain rug or carpet. Designed After the Ardabil Carpet (or Ardebil Carpet), one
Wool, Silk
Vintage Persian Tabriz Carpet with The Ardabil Carpet Design
Located in Dallas, TX
vintage Persian Tabriz palace-size rug draws its inspiration from the legendary Ardabil carpet of the
Wool
Ardabil Vintage Runner, Twin-Pair - 2'7" x 12'5"
Located in New York, NY
the Aderbil Runner. Around the medallions, the rug continues its artistic journey with a profusion of
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Tabriz Ardabil - Size: 15 ft 7 in x 10 ft 7 in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Tabriz Ardabil rug, proudly bearing the signature of Akbar Herizchi, is a rare and
Kork, Cotton
Ardabil Carpet - Vintage Oversize Extremely Fine Tabriz, circa 1920 15' x 27'
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This rug is a replica based off of the world-famous London Ardabil Carpet. The original carpet
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, Timeless Elegance Meets Historical Richness
Located in Dallas, TX
60714 Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug - The Ardabil Carpet Design, 09'08 x 12'10. Timeless elegance
Wool
1960's Persian Kirman Carpet, 11'02 x 16'03
Located in Dallas, TX
61108 Vintage Persian Kerman rug with The Ardabil Carpet Design, 11'02 x 16'03 Inspired from the
Wool
$419Sale Price|25% Off
3'10"x5'10" Ivory, New Persian Ardabil Design, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted, Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Ivory, New Persian Ardabil with Block Design, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary
Wool
$299Sale Price|25% Off
3'x4'9" Fire Brick Red, Persian Ardabil, Pure Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Fire Brick Red, Persian Ardabil with Various Human Figurines, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
Wool
Unavailable|$9,500
Persian Tabriz "Sheikh Safi Ardabil" Design 20th Century Oriental Rug
By G. None
Located in Katy, TX
Persian Rugs "Sheikh Safi of Ardibil" in which the original is today at the Prince Albert Museum in London
Sold|$4,900
Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78714 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, 07'01 x 10'04. Persian Ardabil rugs, originating from the city
Wool
Sold|$3,800
Early 20th Century Persian Ardabil Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 20th century Persian Ardabil rug with a wonderful tribal pattern containing two
Wool
1960’s Persian Ardabil Rug with Boho Chic Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77657 Vintage Persian Ardabil rug with Boho Chic Tribal style 02'08 x 04'08. A celebration of
Wool, Silk
1960's Persian Ardabil Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74930 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, 07'04 x 10'01. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Ardabil
Wool
Sold|$1,995
Persian Vintage Ardabil Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in north-west of Iran. The design is geometric
Wool
Persian Hand Knotted Medallion Ardabil Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in north-west of Iran. The design is fish and
Wool, Cotton
Persian Hand Knotted Tribal Design Medallion Ardabil Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in north-west of Iran. The design is Tribal
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Geometric Ardabil Runner Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
with repeated medallion. The pile of these rugs are thick, lustrous wool, hand weaved with strong
Wool, Cotton
Persian Hand Knotted Blue Tribal Ardabil Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in North West of Iran. The design is geometric
Wool, Cotton
Persian Hand Knotted Blue Cream Geometric Ardabil Rug, circa 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in north west of Iran. The design is geometric
Wool, Cotton
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug 5.3' x 7.2', 1980s - 1T47
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug (5.3’ x 7.2’) Explore the geometric elegance of
Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug 5' x 6.7', 1970s - 1T38
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug (5’ x 6.7’) Step into the realm of Persian
Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug 5.2' x 8.3', 1970s - 1T33
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug (159cm x 253cm) Unveil the allure of traditional
Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug 5.2' x 6.8', 1970s - 1T36
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Ardabil Kilim Rug (160cm x 210cm / 5.25ft x 6.89ft) Step into a
Wool
Large Decorative Ardabil Design Antique Persian Khorassan Rug. Size: 11' x 16'
By Khorassan
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Decorative Large Size Decorative Antique Ardabil Persian Khorassan Rug, Country of Origin
Wool
Old Persian Ardabil Region Rug with Caucasian Perepedil Design
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Old Persian Ardabil region rug with Caucasian Perepedil design on a soft red ground. The rug is
Brown Persian Ardabil Pure Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make Rugs. This is
Wool
On Clearance Hand Knotted Persian Ardabil Open Field Design Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make rugs. This is
Wool
Vintage Persian Ardabil with Birds Pure Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make rugs. This is
Wool
Blue Vintage Persian Ardabil Pure Wool Wide Runner Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make rugs. This is
Wool
Blue Vintage Persian Ardabil Pure Wool Wide Runner Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make rugs. This is
Wool
Handmade Vintage Ardabil Style Kilim, 1970s, 1D30
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a touch of unique style to your home decor with this Handmade Vintage Persian Ardabil Kilim
Wool
Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug with Diamond Medallions in Brown and Ivory
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable
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.
Yes, Persian rugs will fade as a result of prolonged sun exposure.


Persian rugs can last for over 100 years when the correct precautions are taken in maintaining it effectively
Persian rugs that are authentic and hand-knotted are likely to increase in value, but returns to this investment are not expected to be immediate.

The different types of Persian rugs are Tabriz, Heriz, Kashan, Gabbeh, Isfahan, Nain, Mashad, Balouchi, and Qum.
The difference between Persian and Turkish rugs can be identified through knotting techniques and patterns. Persian rugs are knotted with a single knot, while Turkish rugs employ a double knotting technique. Additionally, Persian rugs typically have more rounded, oriental motifs, whereas Turkish rugs have more geometric designs.
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