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Material: Silk
Handmade Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug With Silk 3.6' x 5.2' 1950s - 1D142
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Elevate your interior with this exquisite Persian Isfahan rug, crafted with unparalleled finesse. Hand-knotted in the 1950s, this luxurious piece boasts intricate floral designs wove...
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1950s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

1920's Haji Jalili Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79132 Haji Jalili Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 04'00 x 04'11. This exquisitely crafted cotton and silk antique Persian Tabriz rug, attributed to th...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Vintage Silk Wool Floral All Over Persian Tabriz Area Rug Carpet Birds 10' x 13'
Located in Dayton, OH
Very high quality vintage hand knotted Persian Tabriz. Features silk and wool pile featuring a red field with central medallion and floral all over design with birds. Reds, Blues, ...
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20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Handmade Vintage Persian Tabriz Silk Rug 2.5' x 4.3' 1950s - 1C1150
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This handmade vintage Persian Tabriz silk rug, crafted in the 1950s, features an elegant floral medallion design with intricate detailing and soft, lustrous artificial silk fibers. A...
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1950s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
78326 vintage Persian Tabriz rug, 12'09 x 19'09. Displaying an impressive array of floral elements with incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool and silk vintage Persian Tabriz rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. The timeless design and Victorian color palette woven into this piece work together creating a truly classic look. The abrashed beige field features a central medallion anchored with palmette pendants at either end. An array of enchanting floral arrangements surround the medallion. Opulence and grace radiate from the corner spandrels while the ornate series of borders create a lush enclosure to this formal composition. Perfect for a large entertaining space, hotel lobby, lounge area, drawing room, country club, academic library, golf locker room, trophy room, private Chambers, great room, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, state room, royal suite, billiards room, owners retreat, dining room, living room, or formal sitting room. Decadent beauty combined with refined elegance, this beautiful Tabriz rug is the answer to elevated traditional furnishings. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: French Provincial, Rococo, Parisian, French Country, Victorian, Louis XIV, Louis XI, Louis XV, Baroque, Regency, Neoclassical, English, Old World, Traditional, and Eclectic. Whether in a formal setting with elaborate furnishings or in an Ottoman style interior, this oversized Persian rug will bring vibrant life where it is displayed. Rendered is variegated shades of beige, pink, baby blue, lavender, rose, saffron, celadon, tan, mauve, green, brown, gold, and raspberry pink other accent colors. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Hand knotted wool. Hand knotted silk. Made in Iran. Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 13 x...
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Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Legacy of a Dynasty: Late 19th Century Persian Mohtasham Silk Kashan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
74220 Rare Late 29th Century Antique Persian Mohtashem Kashan Silk Rug, 06'06 x 10'06. Woven during the late 19th century by the celebrated Mohtasham atelier of Kashan, this sublime ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Kashan Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Fish Design Tabriz Runner Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
Tabriz rugs are well known for their excellent weaving and design. One of the very famous patterns of Tabriz rugs are Fish design known is Mahi and is one of the classis patterns produced by the masterful carpet in Tabriz. This beautiful piece has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. The base color is brown and the border is cream. Mahi rugs...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Vintage Persian Wool and Silk Tabriz Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77182 Wool and Silk Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, 09'09 x 13'05. With a harmonious blend of French Rococo elegance and Persian craftsmanship, this wool and silk Tabriz rug showcases a ...
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Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

1980s Signed Vintage Persian Shirfar Tabriz Palatial Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77437 Vintage Persian Tabriz Shirfar Rug, 15'10 x 26'07. Bedizened with intricate embellishments and balanced symmetry, this vintage Persian Tabriz Shirfar rug, crafted from hand-kno...
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Late 20th Century Persian Rococo Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Mid 19th Century N.W. Persian Silk Heriz Carpet ( 4'3'' x 5'10'' - 130 x 178 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th Century N.W. Persian Silk Heriz Carpet with Tree of Life Design 4'3'' x 5'10'' - 130 x 178
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Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Fine Silk Ghom Persian Ghom Rug Qum Rug Handmade Silk Foundation
Located in New York, NY
Fine silk Qumm Ghomm rug 100% silk silk foundation 7x10 Handmade Silk Rug 6'6" x 9'10" 7x10 199cm x 300cm "Very fine silk rug with an intricate weave and artisan workma...
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Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Art Deco Wool and Silk, Black and Cream, Persian Carpet, Orley Shabahang, 10x14
Located in New York, NY
This wool and silk, black and cream Persian carpet inspired by Art Deco traditions measures 10' x 14.' Simple and elegant, "Agora" utilizes contrasting black and cream tones to creat...
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2010s Persian Art Deco Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Silk Heriz Carpet (4'6" x 6'4" - 137 x 193 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Silk Heriz Carpet (4'6" x 6'4" - 137 x 193 )
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1850s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Animal Motif Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This piece is a hand knotted Persian Tabriz rug with animal motif and floral design. The pile is wool and silk with silk foundation. The size is 6 feet 7 inches wide by feet 10 feet ...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Animal Motif Tabriz Rug
Persian Animal Motif Tabriz Rug
$10,550 Sale Price
39% Off
Tibetan Tiger Rug Wool and Silk 3x6 ft by Djoharian Collection Antique Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A Tibetan Tiger rug, hand knotted in Nepal, 2/3 silk and 1/3 wool pile. This traditional Tiger rug design is typically found on antique rugs called Khaden. It describes a small size...
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2010s Nepalese Art Deco Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Carpet on Silk Foundation Measuring 25' x 40' - 762 x 1219
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1980s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk, Wool

Vintage Persian Silk Qum Hunting Rug with Medieval Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77865 Vintage Persian Silk Qum Hunting rug with Medieval Style 03'04 x 05'00. Drawing inspiration from King Henry VI of England and Medieval style, this ha...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

1870s Antique Persian Ziegler Sultanabad 15x21 Tan, Rust, & Light Blue Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
We present a beautiful wool & silk tan background, large scale, Medallion Design Antique Persian Ziegler Sultanabad Rug #9902456. Ziegler Sultanabad carpets are classics in the world...
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1870s Persian Sultanabad Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Silk Wool Tabriz Persian Hand Knotted Geometric Bokhara Palace Rug
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique silk and wool tabriz rug or carpet. Features a field of reds and blues, patterned flowers and floral motif, and a triple boarder. Approx 225 kn...
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Early 20th Century Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Blue Nain Round Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain 9 LAA (rug has high quality wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. The silk highlights the detail in the design. Nain is a city in Ira...
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2010s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Antique Silk Kashan Persian Area Rug. 9 ft x 13 ft
Located in New York, NY
Antique Silk Kashan Persian Area Rug, Country of origin: Persia, Circa date: 1900. Size: 9 ft x 13 ft (2.74 m x 3.96 m)
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20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Zabihi Collection Botanical Silk Persian Qum Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary fine silk Persian Qum rug from the middle of the 20th century Details rug no. j4389 size 2' x 2' 7" (61 x 79 cm)
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Mid-20th Century Persian Agra Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Luxurious Fine Silk Antique Persian Heriz Area Rug 8'5" x 10'10"
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious Fine Silk Antique Persian Heriz Area Rug, Country Of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1870
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Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Tabriz Area Rugs Circa 1940 - Wool and Silk Ivory Pink Design - 89702
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Tabriz featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1940. Designed with Wool and Silk and IvoryPink, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
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20th Century Asian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Beige Silk Tabriz Rug 4'2 x 5'7
Located in New York, NY
4'2 x 5'7. This is a Classic silk Tabriz from the most desirable period of Tabriz weaving. The complex layered medallion is framed by extended quarter motives in the traditional styl...
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19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Persian Tabriz Khiyabani Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 26'9 X 16'9
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz Khiyabani Rug in Kork and Silk 26'9 X 16'9 Key Details: Pile: Kork and Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Khiyabani Design: Khiyabani center medallion Approx...
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20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Kork, Silk

21st Century Persian Tabriz Haji Jalili Wool & Silk Livingroom Rug
Located in Houston, TX
This Persian Tabriz includes an ivory background and a tan colored border along with silk accents of light blue and rusty orange. The Hadji Jalili workshops were world-renowned for p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Silk Tabriz by Haji Jalili. 15 ft 8 in x 24 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Finely Woven Large Oversized Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rugs, Circa Date: Late 19th Century. Size: 15 ft 8 in x 24 ft 6 in (4....
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Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Silk and Wool Vintage Khorassan Persian Rug. Size: 11' 3" x 16' 6"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful silk and wool fine floral vintage Khorassan Persian rug, country of origin / rug type: vintage Persian rug, date: circa late 20th century. Size: 11 ft 3 in x 16 ft 6 in (3....
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Late 20th Century Persian Khorassan Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Zabihi Collection Signed Turkish Silk Herekeh Owl Rug
Located in New York, NY
a late 20th-century Turkish Silk Rug with birds and owls on a landscape background Details rug no. j4457 size 1' 1" x 1' 5" (33 x 43 cm)
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Late 20th Century Persian Agra Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Heriz Rug 4’10" x 7’3”
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Heriz Rug 4’10" x 7’3”. The numerous rugs of the famous NW Persian weaving district, from small scatters to giant carpets and a few runners, in se...
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19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Rug. 4 ft 2 in x 5 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Carpet, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rugs, Circa Date: 1900 - Size: 4 ft 2 in x 5 ft 7 in (1.27 m ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Tabriz Persian Rug. Size: 11 ft 6 in x 17 ft 1 in
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent large fine vintage Tabriz Persian rug, country of origin / rug type: Vintage Persian rug, circa late 20th century. Size: 11 ft 6 in x 17 ft 1 in (3.51 m x 5.21 m)
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Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Silk and Wool Signed Akbaroff Persian Isfahan Hunting Scene Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This silk and wool vintage, circa 1970, signed Akbaroff Isfahan rug features an ivory field with an overall design of mounted hunting figures, paired animals and animals hunting each...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

New Persian Isfahan Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 6'8 X 10'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Isfahan rugs are renowned for their exceptional quality, intricate designs, and rich cultural heritage. Handwoven in the historic city of Isfahan, these rugs feature a blend of luxur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Kork, Silk

21st Century Persian Silk Quom Square Oversize Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian Silk Quom square oversize carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 19' 9" x 19' 11"
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Neoclassical Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Late 19th Century Uzbek Bukhara Suzani Textile, Embroidered Wall Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
78513 Rare Late 19th Century Antique Uzbek Bukhara Suzani Tapestry, 04'09 x 07'04. Step into a world of aristocratic refinement with this Late 19th Century Antique Uzbek Bukhara Suza...
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Late 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk, Wool, Cotton

Large Rectangular Persian Tabriz Wool Rug 7´10 by 9'10 Feet
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This exquisite Persian Tabriz rug is sure to add a touch of luxury to any home, hand-knotted wool and silk pile. Tabriz rugs have been made by using traditional methods and natural ...
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Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Antique Silk Hereke Rug 3’4” x 5’1"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Silk Hereke Rug 3’4” x 5’1". The post-WWII, finely woven (or better), primarily silk scatters and larger rugs woven in Persian styles, often in niche (prayer) or medallion la...
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Early 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Palace Size Persian Hand Knotted 6La Nain 100% Silk Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful palace size (17.1' x 27') Nain Persian rug is woven using a delicate color palette, with shades of ivory, blue, and beige featured prominently in the floral motif and ...
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1990s Persian Other Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Handmade Silk Persian Rug Silk Ghom Rug 4x6 Silk Rug Silk Foundation Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Fine natural silk handmade rug bird area rug high kpsi Tapestry quality Silk rug Measures: 3'4" X 5' 6" (4 x 6) 102cm x 168cm "This is a spectacular and rare Exceptionally fine p...
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1970s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Zabihi Collection Rare Square Size Silk Persian Qum Rug
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind Silk Persian Qum Rug from the middle of the 20th Century Measures: 6'4'' x 6'6''.
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Late 20th Century Turkish Agra Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian silk Tabriz carpet from the turn of the 20th century.
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Early 1900s Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Rug
Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Rug
$12,500 Sale Price
20% Off
Tapis Persan Ispahan, Fait Main En Laine Et Soie - 1m80x1m08 - N° 748
Located in Paris, FR
Located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, we are a French family business specializing in the purchase, sale, expertise, cleaning, restoration and conservation of tapes...
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1960s Persian Tribal Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Handmade Antique Persian Style Isfahan Prayer Rug 4.6' x 6.8', 1900s - 1D85
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Style Isfahan Prayer Rug 4.6’ x 6.8’, 1900s, Good Condition, Wool Bring home a piece of history and elegance with this handmade antique Persian style Isfaha...
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1880s Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Extremely Fine Persian Isfahan Wool & Silk Rug 7'0'' x 10'0''
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Isfahan Wool & Silk Rug 7'0'' x 10'0''. A four way, symmetric allover pattern of vinery, palmettes and arabesque vases evenly adorns the ivory field, while a p...
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1970s Asian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Exceptional Antique Persian Hand Knotted Rug Oriental Blue Kurk Living Room Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This rug is a fine example of a wonderful silk and kurk (baby lamb wool) traditional wool rug by a famous Isfahan "Seirafian Carpet" brand with a beau...
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1920s Persian Arts and Crafts Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Handmade Vintage Turkish Hereke Silk Rug 2.5' x 3.6', 1970s - 1N73
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Indulge in the luxurious artistry of this handmade vintage Turkish Hereke rug from the 1970s. Crafted entirely from silk, this exceptional piece showcases an intricate array of flora...
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1970s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Blue Tone On Tone Tabriz Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Round Oriental Rug 14' x 14'
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 Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Handmade Vintage Persian Isfahan Prayer Rug 3.5' x 5.8' 1970s - 1D144
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Experience the luxury and sophistication of Persian craftsmanship with this stunning Isfahan carpet. Hand-knotted in the 1970s, this exquisite piece features a detailed floral design...
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1970s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk, Wool

Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This piece is a hand knotted Persian Tabriz rug with a floral medallion design. The pile is wool and silk with silk foundation. The size is 6 feet 7 inches wide by feet 10 feet 4 inc...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Tabriz Rug
Persian Tabriz Rug
$8,330 Sale Price
30% Off
Fine Silk Persian Carpet Depicting Royal Hunt in Midnight Blue-in stock
Located in Pudsey, GB
This exquisite silk rug showcases a captivating hunting scene—a timeless tribute to Persian storytelling through art. Set against a rich midnight-blue field, masterfully detailed hor...
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2010s English Arts and Crafts Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Very Fine Persian Qum Silk Rug/Carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
This beautiful antique Heriz Serapi rug, hand-knotted in the early 1900s, is a stunning example of Persian craftsmanship and artistry. Despite its age, the rug is in excellent condit...
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1980s Persian Tabriz Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Very fine Palace Size Persian Naeen Silk & Wool Rug- 16.7' 26.5'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Nain 1000 Knots per inch, Size 16.7 x 26.5 Iran Nain Wool and Silk with Silk Foundation. Around 60,000,000 knots tied by h...
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1990s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Ivory Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Persian Design Square Oriental Rug 10'x10'
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 Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Large Persian Ghom Silk Rug with Green and Gold Floral Details
Located in Dallas, TX
New Persian rug handwoven from the finest silk and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Ghom Silk design featuring green and gold floral details. It’s a stunning piece for decorating modern, contemporary and rustic spaces. It has a dimension of 11’4” x 17’2” which is ideal as a centerpiece in living rooms, bedrooms, and dining areas. Ghom is a city situated about 150 kilometers south of Tehran in Iran. It’s considered the second holiest city in the country with the sister of the eighth Imam buried in a grand tomb that became one of most visited pilgrimage sites. Given its rich history, it’s not surprising that the rugs produced here are known as among the finest in the world. Ghom Silk rugs...
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Early 2000s Persian Other Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Handmade Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug With Silk 8.3' x 11.6' 1970s - 1D188
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite Persian Tabriz rug, hand-knotted in the 1970s, features an elegant floral design woven with fine kork wool and silk on a cotton foundation. Known for its exceptional c...
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1970s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Very Fine Large Persian Silk Qum Rug 14.7' x 21.4'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
This is a magnificent pure silk Qum rug. 700 Knots per inch, Size 14.7 x 21.4 Iran Qum Silk and Silk foundation. Around 31,000,000 knots tied by hand one b...
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1990s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Very fine Persian Silk Ghom - 7.8' x 5.2'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Qum 600 Knots per inch, Size 7.8 x 5.2 Iran Isfahan Kamiar Silk and Silk foundation. Around 3,400,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It takes 3 years to complet...
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Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

1970's Wool and Silk Ivory & Blue Persian Nain Carpet with Modern Style
By Habibian
Located in Dallas, TX
79139 Vintage Blue Persian Wool & Silk Nain Rug, 03'11 x 06'03. In the storied city of Nain, nestled near the edge of Iran’s central desert, the art of Persian carpet weaving reached...
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Late 20th Century Persian Bohemian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Vintage Handmade Silk Persian Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs

Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage silk Persian 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, authentic 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 older 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 silk 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, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

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