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Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, circa 1890s
Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, circa 1890s

Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, circa 1890s

Located in New York, NY

A rare west Persian Sultanabad carpet with a round, many pointed medallion, on a straw field with

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Antique 1890s Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, circa 1900s
Rare Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, circa 1900s

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

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Rare Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet 10' x 13'
Fine Rare Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet 10' x 13'

Fine Rare Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet 10' x 13'

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian silk Heriz carpet, country of origin: Persia, date: circa late 19th century. Size

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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Square Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet
Square Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet

Square Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Rare size Persian Heriz carpet with an ivory ground and red border.

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20th Century Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Trapezoid Persian Rug Persian Ghom Rare Collector 1950
Vintage Trapezoid Persian Rug Persian Ghom Rare Collector 1950

Vintage Trapezoid Persian Rug Persian Ghom Rare Collector 1950

Located in New York, NY

Rare Vintage Fine Qouum Kork Wool Rug "This is an exceptionally fine authentic Persian Kork Wool

Category

Vintage 1950s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Bidjar Mat
Rare Antique Persian Bidjar Mat

Rare Antique Persian Bidjar Mat

Located in New York, NY

A rare Kurdistan Bidjar mat that is a full composition rather than a design sampler (wagireh). The

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Vintage 1920s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Persian Rug in Rare Blue
Persian Rug in Rare Blue

Persian Rug in Rare Blue

$5,625Sale Price|25% Off

Persian Rug in Rare Blue

Located in New York, NY

Ref 88066

Category

Vintage 1930s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Persian Rug in Rare Blue
Persian Rug in Rare Blue

Persian Rug in Rare Blue

$5,625Sale Price|25% Off

Persian Rug in Rare Blue

Located in New York, NY

Ref 88066

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Vintage 1930s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Kerman Runner
Rare Antique Persian Kerman Runner

Rare Antique Persian Kerman Runner

Located in New York, NY

Versatile due to its size, this shawl pattern kenare (runner) shows 19 rows of one way-facing curvy botehs set off by a black field. Limited abrash. Wide palette with red, sand, stra...

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Vintage 1910s Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli Rug, Rare
Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli Rug, Rare

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

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Persian Bidjar Carpet in Excellent Condition, c. 1900
Oversized Persian Bidjar Carpet in Excellent Condition, c. 1900

Oversized Persian Bidjar Carpet in Excellent Condition, c. 1900

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rare Antique Oversized Persian Bidjar Carpet in Excellent Condition, c. 1900 Additional

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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Afshar Runner
Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Afshar Runner

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Afshar Runner

Located in New York, NY

A rare wide Persian Afshar Runner from the early 20th century. Commonly found in scatter size

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Early 20th Century Persian American Classical Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Northwest Persian Square Rug
Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Northwest Persian Square Rug

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Northwest Persian Square Rug

Located in New York, NY

collection and family for over 2 centuries. 9'10'' x 10'8'' Carpet weavers in North West Persian region are

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Antique 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug

Located in New York, NY

Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug Size: 13'9" × 23'8" (419 × 721 cm) An early 20th century

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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Rug
Rare Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Rug

Rare Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare and gorgeous early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with an unusual pattern containing two

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Lime Green Antique Persian Runner
Zabihi Collection Rare Lime Green Antique Persian Runner

Zabihi Collection Rare Lime Green Antique Persian Runner

Located in New York, NY

A fascinating early 20th century Persian runner with an open lime green field. 2'11'' x 9'8''

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Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Senneh Rug, Bright Colors
Rare Antique Persian Senneh Rug, Bright Colors

Rare Antique Persian Senneh Rug, Bright Colors

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare finely woven Kurdish town rug copying a contemporaneous Mohtasham Kashan, with

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Tribal Persian Jaff Kurd Runner
Zabihi Collection Rare Tribal Persian Jaff Kurd Runner

Zabihi Collection Rare Tribal Persian Jaff Kurd Runner

Located in New York, NY

Description an early 20th century Jaff Kurd runner. rug no. j4207 size 3' 3" x 9' 4" (99 x 284 cm)

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Early 20th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Very Fine Antique Persian Kashan Rug (Rare Design)
Very Fine Antique Persian Kashan Rug (Rare Design)

Very Fine Antique Persian Kashan Rug (Rare Design)

Located in Gainesville, VA

A rare and exceptional antique Persian Kashan rug, originating from Iran in the early 1900s, this

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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Heriz Rug in Rare Neutral Palette
Antique Persian Heriz Rug in Rare Neutral Palette

Antique Persian Heriz Rug in Rare Neutral Palette

Located in New York, NY

This striking antique Heriz rug showcases the classic geometric medallion design for which Heriz weavings are celebrated, but in an exceptionally soft, neutral palette of warm beige,...

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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Serapi Corridor Runner
Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Serapi Corridor Runner

Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Serapi Corridor Runner

Located in New York, NY

A rare early 20th-century Heriz gallery-size corridor rug Details rug no. 8806 size 6' 4" x 15' 8

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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Veramin Northwest Antique Persian Rare Narrow Runner
Zabihi Collection Veramin Northwest Antique Persian Rare Narrow Runner

Zabihi Collection Veramin Northwest Antique Persian Rare Narrow Runner

Located in New York, NY

carpet experts see Varamins as being among those Persian carpets most authentic in terms of traditional

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Baluch Persian Rug with Rare Pictorial Pattern
Vintage Baluch Persian Rug with Rare Pictorial Pattern

Vintage Baluch Persian Rug with Rare Pictorial Pattern

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 3x5 Persian rug is a rare mid-century Baluch tribal piece, hand-knotted in wool circa

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Vintage 1950s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Early 20th Century Persian Ganjeh Prayer Rug
Rare Early 20th Century Persian Ganjeh Prayer Rug

Rare Early 20th Century Persian Ganjeh Prayer Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A gorgeous and rare early 20th century Persian Ganjeh prayer rug with the most beautiful stylized

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Vintage Persian Kirman Carpet, 02'06 x 19'03
Mid-20th Century Vintage Persian Kirman Carpet, 02'06 x 19'03

Mid-20th Century Vintage Persian Kirman Carpet, 02'06 x 19'03

Located in Dallas, TX

rare to find Persian Kerman carpet runners of specific dimensions like 2 x 19 feet, especially from the

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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Wide Long Green Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Rare Wide Long Green Antique Persian Malayer Runner

Rare Wide Long Green Antique Persian Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

Stunning Persian Malayer rug from the early 20th century with a green field color, accents in

Category

20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Oversize Antique Persian Mashad Rug, c. 1920s
Rare Oversize Antique Persian Mashad Rug, c. 1920s

Rare Oversize Antique Persian Mashad Rug, c. 1920s

Located in New York, NY

its commonly used colors. This antique Mashad is quite rare due to its quality and size and measures

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Vintage 1920s Persian Art Deco Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Narrow Long Sea Foam Persian Runner
Zabihi Collection Rare Narrow Long Sea Foam Persian Runner

Zabihi Collection Rare Narrow Long Sea Foam Persian Runner

Located in New York, NY

Predominant soft gray-blue-green Persian Malayer runner from the early 20th century. accents in

Category

20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, Burgundy with Rare Floral Medallion
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, Burgundy with Rare Floral Medallion

Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, Burgundy with Rare Floral Medallion

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted wool circa 1950-1960, this 9x10 antique Persian Tabriz rug is a bold new

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Vintage 1950s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Alriz collection Rare Gold persian Serapi rug 19th century
Alriz collection Rare Gold persian Serapi rug 19th century

Alriz collection Rare Gold persian Serapi rug 19th century

Located in Harrington Park, NJ

19th-century Persian Serapi rug featuring a central medallion design on a golden-yellow field. The

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Antique 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Square Size Silk Persian Qum Rug
Zabihi Collection Rare Square Size Silk Persian Qum Rug

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 Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Antique Fine and Rare Persian Heriz Rug 4'6" x 5’9"
Antique Fine and Rare Persian Heriz Rug 4'6" x 5’9"

Antique Fine and Rare Persian Heriz Rug 4'6" x 5’9"

Located in New York, NY

Antique Fine and Rare Persian Heriz Rug 4'6" x 5’9". The numerous rugs of the famous NW Persian

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Zabihi Collection Rare Jewel Toned Persian Heriz Serapi Rug
Zabihi Collection Rare Jewel Toned Persian Heriz Serapi Rug

Zabihi Collection Rare Jewel Toned Persian Heriz Serapi Rug

Located in New York, NY

elements including a rare all-over design entrenched on a tomato red field. 8'8'' x 10'9''

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Persian Tabriz Medallion Scalloped Oval Rondel Rug
Zabihi Collection Rare Persian Tabriz Medallion Scalloped Oval Rondel Rug

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

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Renaissance Revival Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Heritage Refined: Rare Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Distinction
Heritage Refined: Rare Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Distinction

Heritage Refined: Rare Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Distinction

Located in Dallas, TX

53245 Rare Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 11'08 x 13'08. Commanding in presence and timeless in allure

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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Long Blue Gray Pink Persian Malayer Runner
Zabihi Collection Rare Long Blue Gray Pink Persian Malayer Runner

Zabihi Collection Rare Long Blue Gray Pink Persian Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

A long and narrow Persian Malayer runner from the early 20th century. Measures: 2'9" x 19'8".

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20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli
Doris Leslie Blau Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli

Doris Leslie Blau Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli

Located in New York, NY

Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli Size: 4'10" × 29'9" (147 × 906 cm). This rare

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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Rare Size Wide Corridor Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Rare Size Wide Corridor Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Rare Size Wide Corridor Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th century Persian Bidjar Long Corridor in predominantly gray and bronze tones Details

Category

Early 20th Century Persian American Classical Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Large-sized Traditional Hand-woven Wool Persian Serapi Rug
Rare Large-sized Traditional Hand-woven Wool Persian Serapi Rug

Rare Large-sized Traditional Hand-woven Wool Persian Serapi Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This traditional hand-woven Persian Serapi rug has a brick red field of whimsical geometric floral

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli
Doris Leslie Blau Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli

Doris Leslie Blau Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli

Located in New York, NY

Rare Vintage Persian Mashad Runner by Master Amoghli Size: 4'10" × 29'9" (147 × 906 cm). This rare

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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Heriz Bakhshayesh Carpet, Brown and Rich Red Field, B
Rare Antique Heriz Bakhshayesh Carpet, Brown and Rich Red Field, B

Rare Antique Heriz Bakhshayesh Carpet, Brown and Rich Red Field, B

Located in New York, NY

abrashed tan-camel tone NW Persian carpet. Other amusing elements include tribal animals and two human

Category

Antique Early 1900s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Early 20th Century Rare Size Antique Persian Serapi Rug
Zabihi Collection Early 20th Century Rare Size Antique Persian Serapi Rug

Zabihi Collection Early 20th Century Rare Size Antique Persian Serapi Rug

Located in New York, NY

a late 19th century Persian Serapi rug. Finely woven with Classic medallion and border. Dark rusty

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Square Persian Tabriz Rug in Cream & Chocolate with Silk Highlights
Rare Square Persian Tabriz Rug in Cream & Chocolate with Silk Highlights

Rare Square Persian Tabriz Rug in Cream & Chocolate with Silk Highlights

Located in Barrington, IL

Discover a rare and exceptional piece of artistry with this magnificent Persian Tabriz square rug

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Rare Square Persian Tabriz Rug in Cream & Pink with Silk Highlights
Rare Square Persian Tabriz Rug in Cream & Pink with Silk Highlights

Rare Square Persian Tabriz Rug in Cream & Pink with Silk Highlights

Located in Barrington, IL

rug, high-end Persian rug, wool and silk rug, home decor rug, decorative rug, rug with medallion, rare

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Antique  Bakshaish/ NW  Rug, 4'1"  Persian 4'9" x 7'9" Rare
Antique  Bakshaish/ NW  Rug, 4'1"  Persian 4'9" x 7'9" Rare

Antique Bakshaish/ NW Rug, 4'1" Persian 4'9" x 7'9" Rare

Located in Evanston, IL

age and use. This rare and exceptional antique Persian Bakshaish rug is a striking example of mid-19th

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Signed Antique Kerman Persian Rug by Aboul Ghasem Kermani
Rare Signed Antique Kerman Persian Rug by Aboul Ghasem Kermani

Rare Signed Antique Kerman Persian Rug by Aboul Ghasem Kermani

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 9×15 antique Persian rug is a rare signature piece from the works of Aboul Ghasem Kermani

Category

Antique 1890s Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Rare Persian Carpet For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the rare Persian carpet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each rare Persian carpet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. Find 126 options for an antique or vintage rare Persian carpet now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rare Persian carpet, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right rare Persian carpet, those designed in Art Deco and Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. A well-made rare Persian carpet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ziegler & Co. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Rare Persian Carpet?

Prices for a rare Persian carpet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $320,000, while the average can fetch as much as $15,000.

Finding the Right Persian-rugs for You

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.

Questions About Rare Persian Carpet
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to tell if a Persian carpet is real. A real Persian rug will always have a soft backing with hand-knots instead of machine-made knots. The fringe will also appear to be an extension of the rug, not an addition to the rug. Lastly, Persian rugs are always made with natural materials, not synthetic fibers. Browse a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.