Antique Bandirma Prayer Rug Pandirma Turkish Carpet
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Wonderful antique Turkish Bandirma / Panderma rug with classic prayer design. Very good condition, minor area of lower pile.
Wool
Antique Late 19th Century Silk Animal and Floral Design Prayer Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
The rug showcases the distinctive rich reds, deep blues, vibrant pinks, greens, and ivory tones typical of Keshan weaving. Dyed with natural pigments, the silk fibers emit a soft she...
Silk
Handmade Vintage Persian Isfahan Prayer Rug 3.5' x 5.7' 1970s - 1D166
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This magnificent Persian Isfahan rug, crafted during the 1970s, is a testament to timeless Persian artistry. Hand-knotted with exceptional skill, it features a luxurious blend of kor...
Silk, Wool
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...
Silk, Wool
$1,545Sale Price|20% Off
W 40.95 in L 65.36 in
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Qum Prayer Rug 3.4' x 5.4', 1970s - 1D49
Located in Bordeaux, FR
The border is intricately woven with birds, representing freedom and joy. The rug measures 3.4’ x 5.4’ (104cm x 166cm), making it ideal for prayer or meditation.
Wool
$7,258
W 38.59 in L 57.88 in
Handmade Vintage Turkish Hereke Silk Prayer Rug 3.2' x 4.8', 1970s - 1D127
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This stunning vintage Hereke rug is a premium hand-knotted piece crafted from 100% pure silk, exemplifying exquisite artistry and luxurious design. Signed by the artist, it reflects ...
Silk
Vintage Indo Persian Rug 153 x 94 c Pink, Black, Blue C.1970
Located in London, GB
Vintage Indo Persian Mihrab Prayer Rug C.1970 Indian prayer rug of Persian design, the pink mihrab filled with abundantly floral sprays a black floral border; 150cm x 94cm In very...
Wool
Kayseri Style Prayer Saph Rug, Mid-20th Century, Pakistan
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Prayer rug features three Mihrabs representing prayer niches found in Mosques.
Wool
Handmade Vintage Turkish Hereke Silk Rug 2.2' x 3.3', 1970s - 1N53
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite handmade vintage Silk Turkish Hereke prayer rug from the 1970s is a timeless masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship.
Silk
Anatolian Turkish Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An Anatolian Turkish prayer rug with a fantastic stylized floral and geometric pattern woven in myriad primary colors including indigo, crimson, gold, and green, against a white back...
Wool
Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kuba Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Kuba prayer rug with a central field covered in stylized flowers and surrounded by a complex border with even more stylized flowers, and all wo...
Wool
Antique Shirvan Rug 3'8'' x 4'6''
Located in New York, NY
Marasali prayer rugs are considered as the best. Some pictorials.
Wool
Vintage Mahal Rug 5'4'' x 10'3''
Located in New York, NY
Room to mansion sizes, scatters and runners. No prayer rugs. An export type; from about 1900 onwards.
Wool, Cotton
Fantastic Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Turkish Kilim prayer rug with an incredible and boldly colored pattern of styled flowers and vines woven in indigo, green, and orange, on a rich crimso...
Wool
Fine Vintage Turkish Wool Rug 1'10'' x 3'4''
Located in New York, NY
Enormous range of weave densities, sizes, patterns and palettes. Prayer rugs especially popular. When in doubt, “Turkish” is appropriate.
Wool
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’0” x 6’6”
Located in New York, NY
Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles. Some well-woven prayer rugs.
Wool
$10,302Sale Price|20% Off
W 48.43 in L 63 in
Handmade Antique Persian Style Tabriz Prayer Silk Rug 4' x 5.2', 1900s - 1D83
Located in Bordeaux, FR
The rug features a central arch design, typical of prayer rugs, with a hanging lamp depicted at the apex of the arch.
Silk
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 6’0" x 8’8"
Located in New York, NY
Mostly carpets, some very large, also a few runners and scatters. No prayer rugs.
Wool
Tabriz Design Rug 3’9" x 5’9”
Located in New York, NY
Prayer rugs, pictorials and mansion-sized pieces.
Wool, Cotton
PAK Persian Tabriz Rug 9'9" x 13’9”
Located in New York, NY
Prayer rugs, pictorials and mansion-sized pieces.
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$38,000Sale Price|20% Off
W 73.32 in L 120.26 in
Extremely Fine Vintage Turkish Hereke Silk & Metal Rug 6’11" x 10’3"
Located in New York, NY
Some copies of 16th century Persian prayer rugs in local museums. Short pile, silk foundations usual.
Silk
Fine Vintage Indo Tabriz Wool Rug 6'6" x 9'9"
Located in New York, NY
Prayer rugs, pictorials and mansion-sized pieces.
Wool
Antique Baluch "Tree-of-Life" Rug 'DK-103-107'
Located in New York, NY
A very refined example of weaving by the Baluch tribal groups, in the ever-popular "prayer rug" format, featuring a well-articulated "tree-of-life" motif in the center, surrounded by...
Wool
Vintage Baluch Tribal Area Rug in All Over Geometric Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
A finely woven Baluch prayer rug from the Baluch tribes of western Afghanistan, showcasing traditional tribal artistry in a compact format.
Wool
Antique Baluch Tribal Area Rug, Ivory Wool, Geometric Design
Located in Barrington, IL
Dimensions: 2' 10" x 4' 6" Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Afghanistan Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation Condition: Wear consistent with ag...
Wool
Antique Chichi Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
This formation seems to be a local reinterpretation of more blatantly vegetal Persian vine scroll types. This Chichi prayer rug draws a small field with a geometric ‘mihrab’ niche wi...
Wool
Tabriz Design Runner 2’3” x 12’0"
Located in New York, NY
The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allover, trein a variety of densities from moderate to extremely fine, in...
Wool, Cotton
$3,530
W 45.28 in L 63.39 in
Ararat Rugs Chichi Kuba Rug with Kufic Border Caucasian Carpet Natural Dye
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Others find little to distinguish them from the main body of Daghestan prayer rugs. Color summary: 10 colors in total; Cocoa Brown 109 (No Dye - Sheep's Color) Imperial Red 415 (...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$3,420
W 43.31 in L 64.57 in
Ararat Rugs Chichi Kuba Rug Antique Caucasus Revival Oriental Carpet Natural Dye
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Others find little to distinguish them from the main body of Daghestan prayer rugs. Color summary: 9 colors in total; Cocoa Brown 109 (No Dye - Sheep's Color) Olive Green 425 (Dy...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
Within, a stylized vase issues delicate floral sprays, lending a sense of upward movement and spiritual symbolism, characteristic of Oushak prayer rugs. The composition balances geom...
Wool
Vintage Afghan Baluchi rug, hand knotted, natural dyed wool, 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
The rich, dark color palette is characteristic of rugs made by nomadic tribes of the region. The repeating motif resembles a stylized tree or shrub, which is a common design in Baluc...
Wool
Antique Turkmen Yomut Area Rug, Wool, Geometric Design, 1800s
Located in Barrington, IL
Dimensions: 2’ 10” x 5’ 8” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: Central Asia Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes Condition: Wear co...
Wool
Vintage hand-knotted Turkmen Ersari rug, Afghanistan 1950s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a striking vintage Afghan Turkmen prayer rug, distinguished by its rich, saturated red field and finely articulated geometric ornamentation.
Wool
Vintage Turkish Taspinar Rug hand knotted blue and orange
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Origin: Yahyali, Anatiolia, Turkey Pile: 100% wool Warp and weft: 100% Wool Design: Double niche prayer rug Condition: Very good, patina Colors: Orange, Blue, Beige Shape: Rectangula...
Wool
$3,933Sale Price|20% Off
W 49.22 in L 75.6 in
Handmade Vintage Persian Kashmir Tree of Life Rug 4.1' x 6.2', 1970s - 1D58
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Spiritual Significance: As a prayer rug, this piece transcends mere decoration.
Wool
Persian Qashqai Hand-Knotted Prayer Mat Small Rug
Located in London, GB
Persian Qashqai prayer mat rug. Ideal for a hallway, front door or beside a bed.
Wool, Cotton
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
W 54 in L 78 in
Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Tribal Kazak Rug Caucasus Region
Located in Dallas, TX
Available in a range of sizes and shapes, from intimate prayer rugs to expansive room-sized carpets, they cater to diverse needs and preferences.
Wool
$775Sale Price|71% Off
W 35.83 in L 63.39 in
Handmade Antique Distressed Afghan Baluch Prayer Oriental Rug, 1880s, 1B219
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This rug is prayer and in fair condition.
Wool
$669Sale Price|20% Off
W 28.35 in L 23.43 in
Small Vintage Hallway Rug, Persian, Wool, Reception Hall, Prayer, Mat
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small vintage hallway rug. A Persian, woollen reception hall or prayer mat, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980.
Wool
$615Sale Price|20% Off
W 27.96 in L 18.12 in
Small Vintage Hamadan Rug, Persian, Woollen, Hall, Prayer, Mat, Mid-20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small vintage Hamadan rug. A Persian, woolen hall or prayer mat, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.
Wool
$14,985Sale Price|20% Off
W 46.07 in L 60.63 in
Handmade Antique Persian Style Tabriz Prayer Silk Rug 3.8' x 5', 1880s - 1D84
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Style Tabriz Prayer Silk Rug 3.8’ x 5’, 1880s Add a touch of elegance and history to your space with this stunning handmade antique Persian style Tabriz pra...
Silk
Konya Prayer Kilim, Late 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Konya Prayer Kilim, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 5'7" L x 3'8" W Condition: Good
Wool
Antique Anatolian Konya Prayer Bridge / Carpet from circa 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Anatolian Konya prayer bridge / carpet from circa 1920 Anatolian double niche carpet. Red background, stepped mihrab is crowned by a beautiful, rich yellow niche and a pan...
Wool
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug 2’9” x 4’2”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug 2’9” x 4’2” Azeri Turks inhabit the Kuba area of the central west Caspian Caucasus and weave a wide variety of geometric scatters, runners, long rugs and n...
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.
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