$2,100Sale Price|30% Off
Mid 20th Century Persian Nain Carpet 3'9" x 5'9"
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th Century Persian Nain Carpet 3'9" x 5'9"
Wool
$7,840Sale Price|30% Off
Mid 20th Century Persian Nain Carpet ( 5'3" x 8'4" - 160 x 254 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th Century Persian Nain Carpet ( 5'3" x 8'4" - 160 x 254 )
Wool
$2,399Sale Price|20% Off
Persian Nain Carpet, woo & Silk, 5'2" x 8'
Located in Evanston, IL
Wool and silk Persian rug. Nain rugs are constructed using the Persian knot and typically have
Wool
1950's Persian Nain Carpet with Traditional Style & Quran Kufic Calligraphy
Located in Dallas, TX
79190 Vintage Ivory Persian Nain Rug, 04'05 x 07'02. Step into the sacred geometry of devotion with
Wool
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
Wool, Silk
$2,720Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Persian Nain Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Nain carpet from the mid-20th century.
Wool
$3,250
Vintage Persian Nain Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Nain carpet from the mid-20th century with silk highlights.
Wool, Silk
$2,880
Vintage Nain Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
professionally cleaned ready for in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Nain
Wool, Silk
Vintage Persian Nain Area Rug In Floral Pattern with Silk Highlights in Ivory
Located in Barrington, IL
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Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Persian Nain Room Size Rug in Floral Pattern with Silk Highlights
Located in Barrington, IL
: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1227 Nain Floral Carpets Floral Design Persian Nain Rug, Vintage
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Nain Rug with Silk Highlights, 1950s
Located in Barrington, IL
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Wool, Silk, Cotton
Vintage Persian Nain Area Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk, 1950s
Located in Barrington, IL
Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1761 Nain Floral Carpets, Nain Habibian, Habibian Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Room Size Persian Nain Rug with Silk Highlights in Navy Blue & Ivory
Located in Barrington, IL
, Floral Design Persian Nain Rug, Vintage Persian Carpets, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Persian Room Size Rugs
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Persian Nain Habibian Room Size Rug, Floral Pattern, Wool & Silk
Located in Barrington, IL
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1243 Nain Floral Carpets, Nain Habibian, Habibian Nain Carpets
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Room Size Persian Nain Rug in French Blue, Ivory
Located in Barrington, IL
silk highlights Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1205 Nain Floral Carpets, Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Room Size Persian Nain Habibian in Floral Pattern in Ivory, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1900 Nain Floral Carpets, Nain Habibian, Habibian Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Persian Nain Room Size Rug, Hand Knotted Wool & Silk, 1950s
Located in Barrington, IL
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Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Persian Nain Room Size Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk, Floral Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
Design Persian Nain Rug, Vintage Persian Carpets, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Persian Room Size Rugs
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Persian Nain Habibian Room Size Rug, Hand Knotted Wool & Silk, Floral Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
silk highlights Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1239 Nain Floral Carpets, Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Persian Nain Habibian Room Size Rug, Hand Knotted Wool & Silk, Floral Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
with silk highlights Condition: Excellent-New The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1242 Nain Floral Carpets
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Nain Habibian Area Rug in Navy Blue, French Blue, Ivory
Located in Barrington, IL
Nain Floral Carpets, Nain Habibian, Habibian Nain Carpets, Habibian Nain Rugs, Floral Design Persian
Wool, Cotton, Silk
1950's Vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain Carpet
By Habibian
Located in Dallas, TX
traditions. A masterpiece of Persian carpet weaving, this vintage Tudeshk Nain rug offers more than just a
Silk, Wool, Cotton
$3,900
Persian Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian handmade Nain (6 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$2,200
Persian Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian handmade Nain rug has wool and silk pile (9 LA) with cotton foundation. Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$6,960
Persian Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian handmade Nain (6 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$1,500
Persian Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round handmade Nain (9 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$7,000
Persian Nain Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
condition, showcasing the exceptional quality and enduring beauty of Persian craftsmanship. The rug’s
Wool, Cotton, Silk
1950's Vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain Carpet with Traditional Style
By Habibian
Located in Dallas, TX
79126 Vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain Rug, 10'02 x 12'07. This exquisite hand-knotted vintage Tudeshk
Wool
A Palatial Persian Hand Made Square Shaped Silk Nain Carpet
Located in Tarzana, CA
A palatial rare vintage Persian Nain hand knotted square 100% silk rug. At the center a complex
Silk
$2,800
Vintage Persian Nain Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A truly stunning Vintage Persian Nain rug, measuring 4’7" in width and 7’11" in length. This
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Nain 53725
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 53725 Size 4' 4" X 6' 8" Design Nain Collection Antique/Vintage, Fine Persian Material
Wool
$5,500
Persian Blue Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain 9 LAA with wool and silk pile and cotton foundation. (9
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$21,400
Vintage Persian Nain Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77738 Vintage Persian Nain Rug, 10'04 x 14'11. Emanating timeless style with incredible detail and
Wool
$7,175Sale Price|30% Off
Persian Blue Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain 9 LAA has high quality wool and silk pile with cotton
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$9,800
Persian Blue Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain 9 LAA has high quality wool and silk pile with cotton
Wool, Silk
$4,550
Persian Nain Rug Round
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain (9 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$4,500
Vintage Persian Nain Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
74241 Vintage Persian Nain Rug, 06'08 x 09'04. Emanating a timeless floral design with incredible
Silk, Wool
$16,000Sale Price|31% Off
Persian Habibian Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
in Nain city in Iran. This piece has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. Nain is a city in
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$14,850
Persian Blue Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This handmade rug is a very fine and precise piece with high quality, made in the workshops in Nain
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$2,800
Persian Nain Square Rug
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Finely woven Persian rug featuring floral, curvilinear designs on an ivory field framed by an ivory
Wool
Vintage Persian Nain Toudeshk
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 31999 Size 5' 8" x 8' 11" Design Toudeshk Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Iran Age Antique/Vintage
Wool
$9,600
Persian Nain, circa 1970
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool and silk pile on a cotton foundation Approximately 600 KPSI Dimensions: 5' 10" x 8' 10" Origin: Iran Condition: Excellent Field Color: Ivory Borde...
Wool, Silk
1960's Persian Nain Wool and Silk Carpet, 08'01 x 12'09
Located in Dallas, TX
77571 Vintage Persian Nain Wool and Silk Rug, 08'01 x 12'09. This exquisite hand-knotted wool and
Wool, Silk
Persian Semi Antique Nain Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Persian semi-antique Nain rug, originating from Iran in the late 20th century. This
Wool, Cotton
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
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Persian Blue Round Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain 9 LAA (rug has high quality wool and silk pile with
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Very Fine Persian Nain Runner
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Persian Nain runner rug, crafted from a luxurious blend of silk and wool. This exquisite
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
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Very Fine Persian Nain Runner
Located in Morton Grove, IL
A very fine runner hand knotted in one of the major rug making centers in Iran,the town of Naeen.Featuring a compartment design thirty six rectangular boxes each decorated with bloss...
Wool, Silk
Very Fine Persian Nain Runner
Located in Morton Grove, IL
A very fine runner hand knotted in one of the major rug making centers in Iran,the town of Naeen.Featuring a compartment design thirty six rectangular boxes each decorated with bloss...
Wool, Silk
Persian Floral Cream Blue Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
Featuring this authentic Persian hand-made Nain 9 La with high quality wool and silk pile with
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Persian Medallion Floral Blue Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
Featuring this authentic Persian hand-made Nain 6 La with high quality wool and silk pile with
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$3,413Sale Price|24% Off
Persian Medallion Floral Nain Round Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain (9 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Late 20th Century Persian Nain Rug
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic example of a Classic Persian Nain rug featuring a densely knotted wool with silk and a
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Persian Nain Rug - Size: 8'2x5'5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
best of Persian tradition with subtle, sophisticated aesthetics. Known for their soft texture and
Wool, Silk
Indigo and Cream Nain Wool & Silk Persian Carpet with Floral Medallion, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This indigo and cream Nain wool and silk Persian carpet, featuring a stunning floral medallion and
Wool, Silk
$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
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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