Early 20th Century Persian Ersari Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Ersari runner with a brilliant alternating multicolored zigzag diamond pattern surrounded by a simple contrasting border.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Lori Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Lori runner with a multicolored paisley pattern with a brilliant gold latticework pattern, surrounded by multiple complementary floral borders.
Wool
Antique Persian Karaje Mini Runner, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Karaje mini runner featuring a column of hooked geometric medallions on a soft peach and sand field.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Floral Runner
Located in Los Angeles, US
This impressive antique Persian Malayer runner rug features a long, narrow format measuring approximately 12' x 3'4", with a richly developed allover botanical composition.
Wool
Antique 1900s Persian Baluch Geometric Runner Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
This striking antique Baluch runner, dating to circa 1900, features a highly organized allover geometric composition characteristic of traditional tribal weaving. Measuring approxima...
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Qazvin Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Qazvin Kilim runner with all-over multicolored geometric crisscrossing diamond pattern surrounded by multiple contrasting borders.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Kelardasht Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Kelardasht Kilim runner with zigzag woven pattern surrounded by a complementary border.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Kelardasht Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Kelardasht Kilim runner with all-over multicolored diamond pattern on a natural wool background surrounded by a complementary diamond border.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Zarand Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Zarand Kilim runner with all-over geometric floral pattern woven in natural un-dyed wool, surrounded by multiple complementary borders.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Zarand Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Zarand Kilim runner with beautiful variegated red wool background with multiple contrasting geometric patter borders.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Shahsevan Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Shahsevan kilim runner with myriad multi-colored stripes, some solid, and some with geometric patterns, and all woven in brilliant bold colors.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Azeri Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Azeri Kilim runner with alternating geometric patterns and multi-color stripes.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Varamin Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Varamin Kilim runner with all-over multicolored geometric floral pattern surrounded by multiple complementary borders.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Qazvin Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Qazvin Kilim runner with all-over geometric floral pattern surrounded by multiple complementary borders, in natural wool.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Veramin Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Veramin Kilim runner with all-over paisley design on an indigo background, surrounded by multiple contrasting borders.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Zarand Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An antique, early 20th century, Persian Zarand Kilim runner with multiple diamond medallions on a natural wool background, surrounded by a contrasting geometric crimson border.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Qazvin Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Qazvin kilim runner with beautiful all-over stylized floral pattern of alternating indigo, dark red, and natural wool diagonal stripes, surrounded by mu...
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Qazvin Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century, century 1930s, Qazvin Kilim runner with all-over brilliant crimson, emerald and orange geometric pattern on a black background, surrounded by a complementary g...
Wool
$10,000 / set
Zabihi Collection Pair of Persian Antique Runners
Located in New York, NY
A pair of warm color Persian Malayers from the early 20th Century Measure: 2'10'' x 12'10'' and 2'11'' x 12'10'' respectively.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner, Allover Herati, c. 1900
Located in New York, NY
This piece is an antique Malayer Persian rug. This impressive Antique Persian Malayer rug, dating from the turn of the 20th century, exemplifies the refined artistry and meticulous c...
Wool
Persian Heriz Wool Runner with Geometric and Floral Motif
Located in Astoria, NY
Persian Heriz Wool Runner, with geometric and floral motif on orange ground with fringe on the short sides. 8' 10" L x 2' 3" W.
Wool
1880s Persian Lory Tribal Runner Rug – 16'2" x 2'10"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Woven circa 1880, this antique Lory gallery runner is an expressive example of late-19th-century tribal weaving, combining an exceptionally elongated format with an unusual diagonal ...
Wool
$914Sale Price|30% Off
Persian Azerbaijani Hand-Knotted Rug Runner Geometric Design
Located in London, GB
Azerbaijani hand-knotted rug runner geometric design Wool on a cotton foundation Measures: 75 x 155 cm Produced in Azerbaijan in the mountain chain of Caucasus. Imaginative ...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Bakshaeish Brown Persian Wool Runner With Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Experience the timeless elegance of the Bakshaeish Persian hand-knotted wool rug. This runner is part of our Revival Collection and features a striking brown field complemented by mu...
Wool
New Contemporary Persian Sultanabad Runner with Modern Transitional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60904 New Contemporary Persian Sultanabad runner with Modern Transitional Style 03'05 x 18'04.
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Wool Runner with Floral Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional hand made Chobi wool runner with beautiful multi-colored floral design and fringe. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use.
Wool
$2,844Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Malayer Runner, Persian, Hall, Rug, Carpet, 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a long, 17' 4" vintage Malayer runner. A Persian, woven hallway rug or carpet, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Textile
350x137cm XL Persian Mianeh Runner Rug, Hand-knotted Wool Rug
Located in Skien, NO
A EXTRA LARGE 350cm x 137cm Persian Mianeh Runner Rug, Stunning vintage design from ca. 1950-70s.
Wool
Persian Handwoven Sultanabad Wool Runner Rug, Grand Floral Carpet, 12′9″ × 32′5
Located in Dallas, TX
This Persian handwoven Sultanabad runner rug exemplifies the grandeur and refined artistry of the Sultanabad weaving tradition from Sultanabad.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner in Brown with Geometric Medallions, circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Hamadan runner from around 1940, featuring a chain of bold stepped medallions in ivory and taupe on a cocoa-brown field.
Wool
Handwoven Persian Royal Bokhara Geometric Wool Silk Area Rug Runner
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Persian hand knotted Royal Bokhara geometric wool and silk area rug, carpet or runner.
Wool
Ancient Nomadic Northwest Persian Karaja Runner Rug, circa 1920's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Ancient Nomadic Northwest Persian Karaja Runner Super Fine Piece In Indigo, Clay, Forest Green Size: 3.2 x 13.5 Age: Antique, C. 1920's Pile: Incredible age-related wear patina ...
Wool
Character-Rich Vintage Persian Karaja Runner, c. 1930-40's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Wonderful Character-Rich Vintage Persian Karaja Runner Earthy Rust & Unique Camel Border About: I will write this soon, but if you love worn jeans, exposed brick, natural knots in...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer, Beautiful Cypress Tree Runner, c.1940's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Beautiful Over-sized Extra Long Antique Persian Malayer - Beautiful Cypress Tree Runner with Clay, Amber, Rust Field About: An incredible piece with earthy and warm hues that are ...
1920s Persian Bijar Wool Runner Rug, Hand-Knotted Tribal Carpet, 3′4″ × 17′6″
Located in Dallas, TX
This exceptional 1920s Persian Bijar runner rug represents one of the most durable and technically accomplished weaving traditions of early 20th-century Iran.
Wool, Cotton
$988Sale Price|70% Off
Handmade Antique Persian Karajeh Runner Rug 3.1' x 12.1' 1920s - 1C1166
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This handmade antique Persian Karajeh runner rug from the 1920s showcases a striking tribal geometric design with a vibrant color palette.
Wool
1920s Antique Persian Hamedan Runner Rug, Hand-Knotted Geometric Rug, 3′8"x13'5"
Located in Dallas, TX
This 1920s antique Persian Hamedan runner rug is a distinguished example of early 20th-century tribal craftsmanship from the historic weaving region of Hamedan.
Wool, Cotton
1960s Persian Mahal Wool Runner Rug, Hand-Knotted Floral Carpet, 3′0″ × 16′7″
Located in Dallas, TX
This 1960s vintage Persian Mahal runner rug exemplifies the timeless elegance and artistry of Northwest Iranian weaving traditions from Mahal.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Circa-1900 Handwoven Cherry-Red Floral Wool Persian Serab Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Antique Persian Serab rugs, woven in the Serab region of northwestern Iran, are distinguished by their elongated shapes, making them ideal for hallways and runners.
Wool
1910s Antique Persian Sultanabad Runner Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, 3′0″ × 16′1″
Located in Dallas, TX
This 1910s antique Persian Sultanabad runner rug is a distinguished example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, hand-knotted in the renowned weaving region of Sultanabad.
Wool, Cotton
1940s Persian Heriz Wool Runner Rug, Hand-Knotted Geometric Carpet, 3′2″ × 11′0″
Located in Dallas, TX
This 1940s vintage Persian Heriz runner rug embodies the bold geometry and structural clarity associated with the renowned weaving traditions of Heriz.
Wool, Cotton
$1,376Sale Price|70% Off
Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug 2.5' x 12.5', 1920s - 1C1143
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug: Design and Craftsmanship: This narrow and long runner rug, dating back to the 1920s, hails from the Malayer region in Northwest Persia.
Wool
$821Sale Price|20% Off
2'7"x11'10" Ivory Hand Knotted Reimagined Persian Design Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hand Knotted Reimagined Persian Viss Design, Runner, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Wool
$1,165Sale Price|70% Off
Handmade Antique Persian Serab Runner Rug 3.3' x 10.6' 1920s - 1C1165
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This stunning handmade antique Persian Serab runner rug dates back to the 1920s and showcases a classic tribal geometric design.
Wool
Vintage Persian Afghan Baluch Hand Knotted Area Rug Runner Carpet
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Persian Baluch wool area rug. Features a geometric repeating pattern with a field of navy blue accented with orange / brown, and tans. Baluchi rug, Baluchi also spelled Baloo...
Wool
Handwoven Vegetable-Dyed Persian Bakhtiari Runner Rug, Tribal Wool rug 3'x13'5"
Located in Dallas, TX
This handwoven vegetable-dyed Persian Bakhtiari runner rug, measuring 3'0" x 13'5", is a striking example of authentic tribal craftsmanship.
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Tribal Runner Rug, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 3x10 vintage Persian tribal runner rug has mosaic-like geometric patterns in gold, beige/brown, blue and pink, all over the field.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner in Camel with Allover Herati Design, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
A long antique Persian Malayer runner from around 1930, woven with a dense allover herati design in soft camel, taupe, and faded charcoal.
Wool
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Saveh Geometric Wool Rug Runner Carpet Mat
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Persian hand knotted Saveh Geometric wool rug runner carpet mat 167" Handmade in Iran with geometric patterns.
Cotton
Vintage Hand Woven Persian Carpet Runner, 10ft Wool Folk Art, 1930
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Vintage Hand Woven Persian 10ft Carpet Runner A superb looking piece dating from around 1930 and has a lovely colour palette of deep red with ecru, blue and orange The Wool Runne...
Wool
$2,586Sale Price|20% Off
Long Vintage Hallway Runner, Persian, Woolen, Carpet, Mid 20th, Circa 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a long, vintage hallway runner. A Persian, woolen hall carpet, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Wool
$918Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Choli Kilim Runner Persian Handwoven, Decorative Hall Carpet, circa 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a colorful vintage Choli Kilim runner. A Persian, handwoven, vegetable-dyed decorative hall carpet, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1960.
Wool
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Long, Vintage Hamadan Runner, Persian, Hallway, Rug, Carpet, Mid-20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a long, vintage Hamadan runner. A Persian, woollen hallway rug or carpet, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.
Wool
1920s Antique Sky Blue Floral Persian Formal Indian Shahrestan Runner Carpet Rug
Located in New York, NY
1920 Blue India Shahrestan Rug 6' 6" ( 198 cm )x 18' 4" ( 559 cm ) This circa-1920 Antique Shahrestan runner is a distinguished 6'6" x 18'4" Persian Formal piece characterized by in...
Wool
Vintage Persian Dergazine Runner rug in natural dyed wool, West Asia 1940s
Located in Beograd, RS
Made in the 1940s. The runner is in good vintage condition. When purchased the runner rug will be carefully wrapped up and packed in a way to avoid any damages in transport.
Wool
$3,972Sale Price|20% Off
Large, Baluchi Hallway Runner, Persian, Hall, Rug, Carpet, Mid-20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage Baluchi hallway runner. A Persian, woven hall rug or carpet, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1960.
Textile
1930s Antique Persian Mahal Wool Runner Rug, Traditional Floral Carpet 3'7"x10'
Located in Dallas, TX
This 1930s Old Persian Mahal area rug, measuring 3'7" x 10'0", is a distinguished example of early 20th-century Persian weaving. Handwoven in high-quality wool, the rug reflects the ...
Wool, Cotton
Persian Kazak Runner with Animal and Floral Design, 11' 6" x 2' 8"
Located in Astoria, NY
Persian Kazak Wool Runner, with animal and floral design on red ground. 11' 6" x 2' 8" W.
Wool
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
Bold Jewel Tone Vintage Persian Nahavand Geometric Floral Design Long Runner Rug
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage large hand knotted Persian Nahavand wool runner rug in red, pink, and black, with accents of green, yellow and white.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Circa-1890 Burgundy-Red and Indigo-Blue Wool Persian Faraghan Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique, circa 1890, Persian Faraghan runner has an indigo-blue field with an overall design of polychrome herati-vine, in an ivory border of angular polychrome floral vine betw...
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.
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