Oversized Antique Hadji Jallili Persian Tabriz Rug, from Rug & Kilim
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1890-1900, this 13x17 antique Persian rug is believed to be a rare
Wool
Bobyrug’s Wonderful Rare Antique Silk Tabriz Prayer Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and fine late 19th century silk prayer rug, with a beautiful mihrab design and
Cotton, Silk
Rare Early 20th Century German Tetex Tabriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and wonderful early 20th century German Tetex rug with a traditional Tabriz pattern
Wool
Zabihi Collection Rare Hadji Jalili Tabriz Animal Pictorial Rug
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable pictorial tree of life Tabriz rug woven by Hadji Jalili workshop in the city of Tabriz
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Rare Persian Tabriz Medallion Scalloped Oval Rondel Rug
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Persian Tabriz rug features a rare and highly sought-after scalloped medallion
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Brown and Earthy Tones Rare Wool Rug 13'x19'8''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This antique hand-knotted wool rug is a majestic example of traditional Mohtasham-style artistry
Wool
Rare Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
This is a NW Persian urban Tabriz carpet interpretation of the Classic Persian garden design with
Wool
$145,000
W 129 in L 173 in
Rare Wool and Cotton Pile Fine Weave Antique Persian Tabriz Rug 10'9" x 14'5"
Located in New York, NY
Tabriz Rug, Country Of Origin / Rug Type: Antique Persian Rug, Circa Date: Late 19th Century
Wool
$34,300Sale Price|30% Off
W 156 in L 208 in
Rare Brown Background Persian Tabriz Rug. Size: 13 ft x 17 ft 4 in
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking antique Persian Tabriz rug, origin: Persia, circa 1920. Size: 13 ft x 17 ft 4 in (3.96
Wool
Extremely Rare Late 19th Century Antique Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug – 95" x 71"
By Haji Jalili
Located in Media, PA
**Title:** Extremely Rare Late 19th Century Antique Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug – 95" x 71" – Deep Navy
Wool
$3,097Sale Price|25% Off
W 55 in L 81 in
Denim Antique Persian Tabriz Clean Rare Mustaffi Design Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make Exact Rug Size
Wool
$58,000
W 123 in L 150 in
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Brown and Gold with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
rare “Bellini” rug—a particular lineage of Persian rugs inspired by a particular Italian European
Wool
Oversized Antique Tabriz Rug with Gold and Orange Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1910-1920, this 14x19 oversized rug is a rare antique Persian rug of
Wool
$6,850
W 133.08 in L 185.04 in
Antique Tabriz Art Deco Rug Antique Persian Tabriz 11x16 Oversized 338cm x 470cm
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique Tabriz Rug Traditional Art Nouveau Rug Rare Bird Motifs 11'1" x 15'5" 338cm x 470cm
Wool
Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli Rug, Rare
Located in Evanston, IL
increasingly rare, especially those in good condition. Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli rugs are treasured for
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Mahi Tabriz Rug with Modern Rustic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
the 19th century in the legendary city of Tabriz, this rare antique Persian rug stands as a paragon of
Wool
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
W 132 in L 183.6 in
Extremely Fine and Rare Antique Persian Haji Jalil Tabriz 11’0" x 15’3"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine and Rare Antique Persian Haji Jalil Tabriz 11’0" x 15’3". The well-woven to finely
Wool
Antique Tabriz Persian Rug in Blue & Gold With Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1920-1930, this 13×17 oversized rug is a rare antique Persian rug of
Wool
$15,960Sale Price|20% Off
W 130 in L 164 in
Late 19th Century Haji Khalili Persian Tabriz Rug Carpet Modern Style
By Haji Khalili
Located in Dallas, TX
74937 Rare Haji Khalili Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 10'10 x 13'08. Woven in the illustrious
Wool
Rare antique Turkish MEGRI / MAKRI RUG Southwest Anatolia 19th Century
Located in Buffalo, NY
Makri Rug, Southwest Anatolia, late 19th century, two elongated rectangular panels each inset with
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Tabriz Rug With Silk 3.8' x 6', 1920s - 2B74
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Antique Persian Tabriz Portrait Rug, Circa 1920s This extremely rare and collectible antique
Wool, Silk
1910's Distressed Persian Tabriz Carpet with Modern Rustic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76607 Rare Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 11'02 x 13'05. Whispered through time and softened by age
Wool
$45,200Sale Price|20% Off
W 144 in L 192 in
Rare Antique Palace Size Ardabil Pattern Rug Hand knotted in Pure Lambswool
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Very rare antique signed Ardabil rug by famous master in pure lambswool. A true palace size
Wool
1920's Persian Tabriz Pictorial Garden Carpet with Mihrab Niche
Located in Dallas, TX
61383 Rare Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Prayer Rug, 06'03 x 09'07. Woven in the luminous
Wool
Unavailable
W 100 in L 138 in
Exceptional Antique 19th Century Persian Haji Jalli Tabriz with Rare Cognac Grou
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique 19th century Persian Haji Jalli Tabriz with rare Cognac Grou, "Contact Dealer
Wool
Rare Brown Background Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
This majestic antique Persian Tabriz carpet features two iconic regional patterns that represent
Wool
Antique Rugs, Persian Rugs, Very Rare Carpet from Tehran
Located in Wembley, GB
weave and are very rare found in the world. This carpet rug is made with hand-knotted wool and cotton
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Square Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Blues and Pink
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century rare size Persian Tabriz rug. Tabriz carpets, are arguably the most
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Pictorial Hunting Scene Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Rare room size pictorial Tabriz rug priced at a great value compared to others of the same kind
Wool
Sold
W 147 in L 225 in
Large Cotton and Wool Antique Persian Tabriz Rug. Size: 12 ft 3 in x 18 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
Large Size Breathtaking Rare Cotton Antique Tabriz Persian Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type
Wool, Cotton
Rare 19th Century Tabriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Persian Tabriz rug of rare design with a doubt-lobed medallions woven in brash
Wool
Decorative and Rare Square Size Persian Antique Tabriz Rug. Size: 14' x 14' 6"
Located in New York, NY
Rare Square Size Decorative Persian Antique Tabriz Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1900
Wool
Rare Matching Pair of Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet Runners
Located in Dallas, TX
90033-90034 Rare Matching Pair of Antique Red Persian Tabriz Rug Runner, 03'02 x 13'00. Woven with
Wool
Sold
W 123 in L 178 in
Rare Cotton and Wool Antique Persian Tabriz Rug. Size: 10 ft 3 in x 14 ft 10 in
Located in New York, NY
Fine and rare cotton and wool antique Persian Tabriz rug, Country of origin / rug type: antique
Wool, Cotton
Pair of Antique Tabriz Rugs, Persia
Located in Crondall, Surrey
A rare pair of antique Tabriz rugs with the glorious Persian ‘Mustafi’ design. Beautifully executed
$231,062Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
W 114 in L 150 in
Zabihi Collection 19th Century Persian Hadji Jali Li Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Stunning super quality 19th century one of a kind Persian Tabriz Rug featuring a spiraling boteh outer border. 9'6'' x 12'6'' Since the middle of the 19th century, Tabriz has lead...
Wool
Turquoise Tabriz Haji Jali Li Li Rug
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
A Classic antique Tabriz rug with a rare turquoise field color woven by famous Haji Jali Li workshop in Iran. Appropriate for a wall hanging too. The major city of Tabriz, located...
Wool
$4,060Sale Price|64% Off
W 48 in L 66 in
Antique 1880s Persian Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug with Tree of Life Design, 4' x 6'
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Haji Jalili Tabriz carpet circa 1880 features a tree of life design, hand-knotted handspun wool pile and natural vegetable dyes. Created in the workshop of master weaver...
Wool
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 ...
Silk
$19,600
W 154 in L 182 in
The Verdant Court: An Antique Persian Kerman Masterpiece of Timeless Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
77377 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 12'10 x 15'02. Timeless elegance unfolds across this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug, where a warm beige field becomes a stage for cult...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Hadji Jalili Tabriz 19th Century Antique Rug
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable late 19th-century Persian Tabriz rug woven by Hadji Jalili workshop in the city of Tabriz. 4'6'' x 5'11'' The name of the master weaver, Hadji Jallili, lives on as pe...
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century German Tetex Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century German Tetex rug woven with a densely woven large-scale floral patterned field surrounded by a wide repeated floral patterned border, and all woven in ...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Ivory Tabriz Haji Jalili Fine Persian Runner
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
An authentic late 19th century Persian Tabriz Haji Jalili rug. Finely woven with excellent pile throughout. Check close-up images to see quality and colors. 2'7'' x 16'9''
Wool
Zabihi Collection Hadji Jalili Tabriz Animal Pictorial Prayer Rug
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable late 19th-century pictorial tree of life Tabriz rug woven by Hadji Jalili workshop in the city of Tabriz. Predominant colors in salmon orange and blues The weave, crafts...
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Hadji Jalili Tabriz Rug
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
Description a late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Hadji- Jali Li superfine quality rug Details rug no. j2847 size 4' 3" x 5' 6" (130 x 168 cm)e. The name of the master weaver, Hadji ...
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.
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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