Persian Lion Kilim
$2,750
Persian Lion Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with a lion sitting on a striated black grey
Late 20th Century Pre-Columbian Persian Rugs
Wool
$2,750
Persian Lion Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with a lion sitting on a striated black grey
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Lion with Sword and Sun Pictorial Malayer Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
design of animals and flowers, and a pictorial depiction of the Classic Persian lion with sword and sun
Wool
Zabihi Collection Modern Persian Lion Souf Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A Modern Souf Persian carpet depicting a lion on an abrashed gray and ivory colored field Details
Wool
Primitive Tribal Persian Lion Rug, Cream, Gray, Black, Wool and Silk, 8' x 10'
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
From Orley Shabahang’s Animal collection, “Lion” is a bold tribute to tribal symbolism and artisan
Wool, Silk
$2,400
Lion Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a purple lion on an ivory ground
Wool
Antique Persian Ghashghaei "Lion Rug"
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 32793 Size 5' 0" X 8' 1" Design Ghashghaei Collection Ghashghaei Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Iran
Wool
Lion Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a lion on a striped field Measures
Wool
Persian Gorilla Face Lion Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with a yellow lion featuring abstract elements
Wool
Persian Bijar, the Lion Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Persian Bijar the iron rug. Bidjar is the name of a small Kurdish town in western Iran. (or Bidjar
Wool
Zabihi Collection Persian Kurd Lion Antique Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Kurd Persian Bidjar Rug with an animal lion rug pattern Measures: 3'3" x 6'2'.
Wool
1960's Persian Abadeh Guardian Lion Pictorial Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
Lion, a central figure in Persian lore, symbolizes strength, vigilance, and divine guardianship
Wool
Zabihi Collection Small Lion Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Scatter size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with a lion on a striped field. can be used
Wool
Zabihi Collection Small Lion Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Mini square size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a flurry of animals covering a blue
Wool
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Tabriz Lion Wool Rug 3'7'' x 4'8''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz Lion Wool Rug 3'7'' x 4'8''. The carpets, scatters, runners, long rugs and
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Gabbeh accent rug handmade during the early 20th century with a pictorial design
Wool
$3,300Sale Price|20% Off
Hand-Knotted Lion Persian Tribal Animal Rug, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
evokes the power of the lion in Persian folklore while lending itself beautifully to a modern setting. In
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Kurd Pictorial Lion Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
depiction of a lion. Measures: 3' 6" x 4' 9" Persian rugs & carpets: Persia (Iran) is a
Wool
$5,680Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Red with Rust Lion Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 6x8 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of iconic
Wool
$4,320Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Red with Lion Pictorial - 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
Wool
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
The Nomadic Lion King: A Vintage Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Tribal Nobility
Located in Dallas, TX
intention. In Persian culture, the lion has long embodied courage, justice, and kingship—the guardian of
Wool
Vintage Persian Luristan Animal Motif Rug, Folk Art Lion Design, Neutral Wool
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 2' x 3' Persian Luristan rug from the early 1990s features a bold, graphic animal
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Senneh Malayer Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Senneh Malayer accent rug handmade during the early 20th century with a
Wool
$3,700Sale Price|20% Off
Late 20th Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Tribal Pictorial Lion Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Gabbeh tribal accent rug handmade during the late 20th century with a pictorial
Wool
$712Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Green and Brown with Lion 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
Wool
$624Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug, Gold and Black with Lion 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
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Double Sided Lion Design Gabbeh Persian Rug 4'6" x 6'
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Vintage Double Sided Lion Design Gabbeh Persian Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa
Wool
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Gabbeh Persian Runner Rug in Gray with Lion Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 4x9 Persian Gabbeh runner rug is the latest entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare
Wool
$100,800Sale Price|20% Off
Oversized Antique Persian Rug in Red Open Field & Lion Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool, circa 1920-1930, this 11x17 antique Persian Mahal rug is an exciting
Wool
Contemporary Handmade Persian Shiraz Pictorial Lion Throw Rug in Yellow and Blue
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian Shiraz small throw rug handmade during the 21st century with a pictorial design of
Wool
Tribal Mid-20th Century Persian Qashqai Pictorial Lion Accent Rug in Burgundy
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Qashqai accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a whimsical
Wool
Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug with Lion Design Persian Wagireh Carpet Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
against the imposing ground, while heraldic lions rear across the strapwork borders. One has the
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$1,119Sale Price|20% Off
1950's Persian Shiraz Pictorial Rug with Battle of Shahriar King Darius & Lion
Located in Dallas, TX
79265 Vintage Persian Shiraz Pictorial Rug, 01'08 x 02'00. A rare and evocative artifact of
Wool
Antique 1940s Persian Qashqai Rug, King Bahram and the Lion, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This Qashqai Persian carpet featuring King Bahram and the Lion, circa 1940, consists of hand
Wool
Mid-20th Century 'Ali ibn Abi Talib and Lion Persian Tabriz Pictorial Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of
Wool
Antique Persian Qashqai Lion Rug, Circa 1920, Cream, Red, and Brown, 4’ x 6'
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 4’1” x 5’10,” this hand-knotted Persian Qashqai carpet belongs to Orley Shabahang’s World
Wool
$1,000
Lion Portrait Gabbe Rug
Located in New York, NY
A quintessential example of Malayer craftsmanship, this rug (3.7 x 5.4) showcases a captivating geometric design and intricate motifs that embody the meticulous artistry of its origi...
Wool
Vintage Gabeh, Lion motif with soldier character
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Gabbeh rug featuring bold figurative motifs, tribal symbolism, and a warm
Wool
Stunning Antique Red Wool Floral Lions Serapi Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
flowerheads together with eight golden-yellow lions around a large central fox-brown medallion with palmette
Wool
Gabbeh Rug, Hand Knotted, 4.8 × 3.4 ft – Red and Yellow Lion
Located in North Bergen, NJ
striking red field dominated by a bold yellow lion motif, rendered in the playful, abstract style
Wool
Antique Kerman Pictorial Rug Lion & King Darius Achaemenid Mythological Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
74271 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Kerman Pictorial Rug Mythological Tapestry Lion & King
Wool
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai 4'2" x 6'0"
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool, Cotton
Nazmiyal Collection Lion Vintage Tribal Gabbeh Rug 2 ft x 3 ft
Located in New York, NY
Lion Design Vintage Tribal Gabbeh Rug, Country of origin: Persia, Circa date: Vintage
Wool
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 5’4” x 7’1”
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 6’2” x 8’4”
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’0” x 6’6”
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
Zabihi Collection Modern Persian Souf Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A Modern Souf Persian carpet dpeicting a lion on a neutral field 3'11'' x 5'5'' Souf rugs are
Wool
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Mat 1’7” x 1’7”
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 5'3" x 7’1"
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’8" x 7’11"
Located in New York, NY
in scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven
Wool
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’7" x 9’6”
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 5'1" x 7’1"
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 5’10” x 8’4”
Located in New York, NY
in scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven
Wool
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’5" x 7’2"
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 5’3" x 9’1”
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’11" x 7’4"
Located in New York, NY
in scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven
Wool
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4'5" x 7’7"
Located in New York, NY
scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer
Wool
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 3'10" x 16’3”
Located in New York, NY
in scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven
Wool, Cotton
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.
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