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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Floral Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Floral Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Floral Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900

Located in New York, NY

Its dense weave and balanced proportions make it not only a decorative masterpiece but also a durable textile, suited for both sophisticated interiors and collectors of rare Persian ...

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Antique Early 1900s Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

7x10 Vintage Fine Persian Tabriz Rug Rare Hand Knotted Carpet Beige 213cmx305cm
7x10 Vintage Fine Persian Tabriz Rug Rare Hand Knotted Carpet Beige 213cmx305cm

7x10 Vintage Fine Persian Tabriz Rug Rare Hand Knotted Carpet Beige 213cmx305cm

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Persian Tabriz rug presents an exceptionally refined floral vinework composition executed with remarkable precision and balance. Intricate scrolling arabesques, blossomi...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

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

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

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Silk

5x6 Rare Antique Silk Persian Heriz Rug Masterpiece 137cmx178cm Tapestry c.1860
5x6 Rare Antique Silk Persian Heriz Rug Masterpiece 137cmx178cm Tapestry c.1860

5x6 Rare Antique Silk Persian Heriz Rug Masterpiece 137cmx178cm Tapestry c.1860

Located in New York, NY

This rare antique Persian Heriz rug, circa 1860, is an extraordinary silk masterpiece featuring an intricate allover lattice of geometric medallions rendered in rich rust red, ivory,...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Silk

10X13 Antique Persian Tabriz Fine Weave Rare Blue Tones 305cmx401cm c.1900
10X13 Antique Persian Tabriz Fine Weave Rare Blue Tones 305cmx401cm c.1900

10X13 Antique Persian Tabriz Fine Weave Rare Blue Tones 305cmx401cm c.1900

Located in New York, NY

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, circa 1900, features an elegant allover floral composition set against a rare soft blue field framed by a beautifully detailed botanical border. Its ...

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Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

9X12 Vintage Persian Kashan Rug Rare Vase Dragon Design Fine Kork 282cm x 373cm
9X12 Vintage Persian Kashan Rug Rare Vase Dragon Design Fine Kork 282cm x 373cm

9X12 Vintage Persian Kashan Rug Rare Vase Dragon Design Fine Kork 282cm x 373cm

Located in New York, NY

This fine vintage Persian Kashan rug, woven circa 1970, features a rare allover vase and dragon design inspired by classical Safavid decorative arts. The finely detailed composition ...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Magnificent Antique Persian Heriz Rug with Rare Mina-Khani Design, circa 1920's
Magnificent Antique Persian Heriz Rug with Rare Mina-Khani Design, circa 1920's

Magnificent Antique Persian Heriz Rug with Rare Mina-Khani Design, circa 1920's

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Magnificent antique Persian Heriz with Rare Mina-Khani design glowing pink, bakshayesh blue, camel, green About: Beyond unique in size, colors, weave, condition, and design - this...

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20th Century Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rich Red Vintage Persian Kashan Rare XL Squarish Size Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Rich Red Vintage Persian Kashan Rare XL Squarish Size Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug

Rich Red Vintage Persian Kashan Rare XL Squarish Size Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This fabulous hand-knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

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Vintage 1960s Pakistani Medieval Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Ivory Silk Carpet - c. 1880
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Ivory Silk Carpet - c. 1880

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Ivory Silk Carpet - c. 1880

Located in New York, NY

One of the most captivating aspects of this rug is its incorporation of figurative motifs-including paired birds, flowering branches, and human figures-rare and prized elements in Pe...

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Antique 1880s Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rare Early 20th Century Kareback Rug
Rare Early 20th Century Kareback Rug

Rare Early 20th Century Kareback Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

The most incredible and rare early 20th century Persian Kareback rug with a lively pattern of myriad stylized flowers, leaves, and scrolling vines, all woven in crimson, pink, white,...

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Vintage 1930s Azerbaijani Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Alriz Collection: Rare and Unusual Tribal Bakshaish with Chinese Symbols
Alriz Collection: Rare and Unusual Tribal Bakshaish with Chinese Symbols

Alriz Collection: Rare and Unusual Tribal Bakshaish with Chinese Symbols

Located in Harrington Park, NJ

Antique and extremely enigmatic Bakshaish rug featuring a striking geometric medallion design set within a vertically oriented rectangular field. The central medallion is a large tri...

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Antique Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Bakshaish Persian Rugs

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Wool

1920s Rare Pictorial Design With Rich Color Palette Scenic Antique Kashan Rug
1920s Rare Pictorial Design With Rich Color Palette Scenic Antique Kashan Rug

1920s Rare Pictorial Design With Rich Color Palette Scenic Antique Kashan Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century Scenic Kashan Rug ( 2'2'' x 3'8'' - 66 x 111 ) Bring timeless artistry into your collection with this Early 20th Century Scenic Kashan Rug, an exceptional exampl...

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Vintage 1920s West Asian Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Ferahan Sarouk Rug, Majestic and Ancient Rare Gem
Antique Ferahan Sarouk Rug, Majestic and Ancient Rare Gem

Antique Ferahan Sarouk Rug, Majestic and Ancient Rare Gem

Located in Milwaukee, WI

High-End Collector's Antique Rug Majestic and Ancient Rare gem About: This is a fascinating piece, extremely old-world with those globe-like motifs in the corner spandrels. This is...

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare 20th Century Turkish Hereke Rug with Ottoman Symbolism
Rare 20th Century Turkish Hereke Rug with Ottoman Symbolism

Rare 20th Century Turkish Hereke Rug with Ottoman Symbolism

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare 20th century Turkish Hereke rug with a gorgeous pale yellow field with a large central coat of arms of the Ottoman Empire. The emblem features an ornate cartouche surrounded b...

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Antique 1880s Turkish Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Wonderful Rare Mid 19th Century North Western Tribal Runner
Wonderful Rare Mid 19th Century North Western Tribal Runner

Wonderful Rare Mid 19th Century North Western Tribal Runner

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Very beautiful and very old north western runner, composed by two fragment of the same runner (probably reduced because the size) with beautiful design and nice natural colors, colle...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Asian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Flat-Weave Gallery Runner in Blue Colors
Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Flat-Weave Gallery Runner in Blue Colors

Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Flat-Weave Gallery Runner in Blue Colors

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rare antique Caucasian Avar flat-weave Gallery rug in Vibrant blue tones. Measures:4'8 x 13'9 Featuring an all-over geometric medallion design with complementary geometric motifs ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kilim Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Hand-Knotted Bokhara Rug in very rare powder pink, Pakistan 1950s
Vintage Hand-Knotted Bokhara Rug in very rare powder pink, Pakistan 1950s

Vintage Hand-Knotted Bokhara Rug in very rare powder pink, Pakistan 1950s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a vintage Bokhara rug in very rare powder pink tone. It is a hand-knotted, 100% wool rug with high density knots. Made in Pakistan cca. 1950s. Very goo...

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Vintage 1950s Pakistani Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Tribal Flat-Weave Gallery Size in Blue and Red
Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Tribal Flat-Weave Gallery Size in Blue and Red

Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Tribal Flat-Weave Gallery Size in Blue and Red

Located in Atlanta, GA

Amazing and rare antique Caucasian Avar tribal flat-weave Gallery size in blue and red, tribal Caucasian Kilim rug with all-over diamond and geometric design, rug R20-0301, country o...

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Antique Early 1900s Caucasian Kilim Persian Rugs

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Wool

9'x19'4" Barn Red Antique Persian Sarouk Rare Gallery Size Oriental Rug
9'x19'4" Barn Red Antique Persian Sarouk Rare Gallery Size Oriental Rug

9'x19'4" Barn Red Antique Persian Sarouk Rare Gallery Size Oriental Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Antique Persian Sarouk, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...

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Vintage 1930s Turkish Sarouk Farahan More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Rare Square Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug, 1970s 2.9' x 2.11' -1C1250
Rare Square Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug, 1970s 2.9' x 2.11' -1C1250

Rare Square Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug, 1970s 2.9' x 2.11' -1C1250

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A distinctive and hard-to-find square-format vintage rug from the renowned Hamadan province. Woven in the 1970s, this piece features the characteristic bold geometry and vibrant pale...

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Vintage 1970s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Green Rare Antique Persian Sarouk Fereghan Hand Knotted Wool Even Wear Clean Rug
Green Rare Antique Persian Sarouk Fereghan Hand Knotted Wool Even Wear Clean Rug

Green Rare Antique Persian Sarouk Fereghan Hand Knotted Wool Even Wear Clean Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

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Antique Early 1900s Pakistani Sarouk Farahan More Carpets

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Wool

Chili Red Antique Persian Heriz Small Rare Size Hand Knotted Pure Wool Clean Rug
Chili Red Antique Persian Heriz Small Rare Size Hand Knotted Pure Wool Clean Rug

Chili Red Antique Persian Heriz Small Rare Size Hand Knotted Pure Wool Clean Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

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Vintage 1920s Pakistani Medieval More Carpets

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Wool

Wine Red Antique Persian Sarouk Full Pile Rare Square Size Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Wine Red Antique Persian Sarouk Full Pile Rare Square Size Wool Hand Knotted Rug

Wine Red Antique Persian Sarouk Full Pile Rare Square Size Wool Hand Knotted Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

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Vintage 1930s Pakistani Medieval More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Dated (1854) Northwest Carpet - Mid 19th Century
Antique Dated (1854) Northwest Carpet - Mid 19th Century

Antique Dated (1854) Northwest Carpet - Mid 19th Century

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

The surface data of this extraordinarily rare 1854 dated Northwest Persian carpet provides definitive evidence of the transition between classical workshop traditions and the rising ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

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Wool

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Exceptional Rare Antique 19th Century Oversize Persian Senna Carpet

Exceptional Rare Antique 19th Century Oversize Persian Senna Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional rare antique 19th century Persian Senna carpet. Contact dealer.

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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Unusual Signed Persian Mahal
Rare Antique Unusual Signed Persian Mahal

Rare Antique Unusual Signed Persian Mahal

Unavailable

W 132 in L 198 in

Rare Antique Unusual Signed Persian Mahal

Located in Aspen, CO

This weaving is a Classic Mahal/Sultanabad woven in Central Persia in the late 19th and early 20th century. Sultanabad was a prominent weaving district throughout the Glorious histor...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Pure Silk Persian Farahan, Inscribed
Rare Pure Silk Persian Farahan, Inscribed

Rare Pure Silk Persian Farahan, Inscribed

Located in Northridge, CA

Rare 4X7 antique pure silk Persian Farahan inscribed "Sherkat Sehami Frash Iran" circa 1940 Measures: 4' 5" x 6' 9" Hand-knotted silk pile on a silk foundation Field: Beige Bord...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Silk

10'x13' Rare Antique Persian Bakhtiari
10'x13' Rare Antique Persian Bakhtiari

10'x13' Rare Antique Persian Bakhtiari

Unavailable

W 124.02 in L 158.67 in

10'x13' Rare Antique Persian Bakhtiari

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Absolutely incredible 1930's Persian Bakhtiari. This piece features beautiful rusty tones, cream, and blue incorporated in a lesser seen all over design. The timeless design of Bakht...

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Vintage 1930s Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Ziegler Carpet, Rare 17th Century Polonaise Design
Antique Ziegler Carpet, Rare 17th Century Polonaise Design

Antique Ziegler Carpet, Rare 17th Century Polonaise Design

By Ziegler & Co.

Located in Crondall, Surrey

The reason this carpet is rarer than most antique Ziegler's is the design is a copy of a 17th century Polonaise carpet.

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Antique Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Persian Rugs

Rare Antique 19th Century Persian Village Rug

Rare Antique 19th Century Persian Village Rug

Located in New York, NY

Rare antique 19th century Persian village rug. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.

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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pale Blue Sky, Rare Hand-Knotted Tabriz Carpet
Pale Blue Sky, Rare Hand-Knotted Tabriz Carpet

Pale Blue Sky, Rare Hand-Knotted Tabriz Carpet

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W 39.38 in L 98.43 in

Pale Blue Sky, Rare Hand-Knotted Tabriz Carpet

Located in Cremorne, AU

KPSI: 474 Origin: Tabriz, Iran Composition: Silk and wool Size: 250 cm x 100 cm Description: Floor carpet but can also be used as a wall carpet.  

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2010s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Shadegaan, Hand-Knotted, Rare Design Persian/Tabriz Rug
Shadegaan, Hand-Knotted, Rare Design Persian/Tabriz Rug

Shadegaan, Hand-Knotted, Rare Design Persian/Tabriz Rug

Located in Cremorne, AU

KPSI: 645 Origin: Tabriz, Iran Composition: Silk and cork wool (high silk content) Size: 300 cm x 200 cm Description: This Persian carpet/rug is hand-knotted made by Mastercrafts...

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2010s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Exceptional Rare Antique 19th Century Persian Bidjar Rug

Exceptional Rare Antique 19th Century Persian Bidjar Rug

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional rare antique 19th century Persian Bidjar rug. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.

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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Faraj Mehran, Rare Design Tabriz Hand-Knotted Carpet/Rug
Faraj Mehran, Rare Design Tabriz Hand-Knotted Carpet/Rug

Faraj Mehran, Rare Design Tabriz Hand-Knotted Carpet/Rug

Located in Cremorne, AU

KPSI: 645 Origin: Tabriz, Iran Composition: Silk and wool Size: 290 cm x 180 cm Flowers consists of silk finishes. Its a rare design by Master Salari.              

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2010s Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Heriz Bakshaish, Rare Ivory Field, Wool, 1915
Antique Persian Heriz Bakshaish, Rare Ivory Field, Wool, 1915

Antique Persian Heriz Bakshaish, Rare Ivory Field, Wool, 1915

Located in Williamsburg, VA

This is a great example of a scatter size Persian Heriz Bakshaish. Bakshaish rugs are woven in a small village outside of Heriz. They are known for good quality and bold geometric de...

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Early 20th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

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Wool

7.5'x11' Rare, Antique Viss / Arak - Persian Rug - Rust
7.5'x11' Rare, Antique Viss / Arak - Persian Rug - Rust

7.5'x11' Rare, Antique Viss / Arak - Persian Rug - Rust

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Jaw dropping 60's Persian Arak. Often referred to as a "Sarouk Rug", this rug more specifically was woven in the city of Arak. Arak rug's are noted for being sturdy soft, and intrica...

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Vintage 1960s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Serapi, Ivory, Rare Mythological Motif, Wool, Oversize 1890
Antique Persian Serapi, Ivory, Rare Mythological Motif, Wool, Oversize 1890

Antique Persian Serapi, Ivory, Rare Mythological Motif, Wool, Oversize 1890

Located in Williamsburg, VA

This is a rare antique Persian Serapi. While it appears to have a traditional motif, part of the field designs depicts four mythalogical dragons or snakes with the face of humans thi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Persian Silk Carpet in 17th Century Bagh-e Shah Garden Design, Kashan
Modern Persian Silk Carpet in 17th Century Bagh-e Shah Garden Design, Kashan

Modern Persian Silk Carpet in 17th Century Bagh-e Shah Garden Design, Kashan

Located in Pudsey, GB

A rare collector’s Persian silk carpet inspired by the Bagh-e Shah panel garden layout, a classical Safavid motif symbolising paradise.

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21st Century and Contemporary English Persian Rugs

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Silk

Rare 8'x10' Antique Heriz - Persian Serapi Rug - Salmon & Cream
Rare 8'x10' Antique Heriz - Persian Serapi Rug - Salmon & Cream

Rare 8'x10' Antique Heriz - Persian Serapi Rug - Salmon & Cream

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Immaculate 60's Persian Heriz. This piece is one of the most unique Heriz's we've had the pleasure to see. The base color is a beautiful, shimmering salmon pink and features a unique...

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Vintage 1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Fereghan Sarouk, Ivory Background Wool 1890 Room Size Rare
Antique Persian Fereghan Sarouk, Ivory Background Wool 1890 Room Size Rare

Antique Persian Fereghan Sarouk, Ivory Background Wool 1890 Room Size Rare

Located in Williamsburg, VA

A very rare antique Persian Fereghan Sarouk with an ivory field and no center medallion from 1890. It is a room size, 10-10 x 13-7. Highly decorative with the pastel feel with lots o...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 8' 3" x 12'
Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 8' 3" x 12'

Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 8' 3" x 12'

Located in Winnetka, IL

Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs. Bakhtiar region has numerous tribes with each tribe having its own technique of ...

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Exceptional Antique 19th Century Persian Haji Jalli Tabriz with Rare Cognac Grou

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" button. Excellent condition.

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Antique 19th Century Israeli Persian Rugs

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Wool

3'x5' Antique Abadeh - Tribal Persian Rug - Red, Rare All Over Design
3'x5' Antique Abadeh - Tribal Persian Rug - Red, Rare All Over Design

3'x5' Antique Abadeh - Tribal Persian Rug - Red, Rare All Over Design

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Immaculate 60's Persian Abadeh entry rug. This unique little rug is a perfect representation of a Persian Abadeh. Abadeh's are very tightly woven and feature bold primary colors. Aba...

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Vintage 1960s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 10' 6" x 12' 8"
Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 10' 6" x 12' 8"

Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 10' 6" x 12' 8"

Located in Winnetka, IL

Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs. Bakhtiar region has numerous tribes with each tribe having its own technique of ...

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Faraghan Sarouk
Rare Antique Faraghan Sarouk

Rare Antique Faraghan Sarouk

Unavailable

W 128 in L 178 in

Rare Antique Faraghan Sarouk

Located in Aspen, CO

A simply gorgeous Faraghan Sarouk dating from the last quarter of the 19th century. These carpets were the pride of the Persian carpets. They represent the true investment grade of r...

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Ziegler Sultanabad
Rare Antique Ziegler Sultanabad

Rare Antique Ziegler Sultanabad

Unavailable

W 105 in L 156 in

Rare Antique Ziegler Sultanabad

By Ziegler & Co.

Located in Aspen, CO

This rug was woven in Central Persia during the last quarter of the 19th Century. This rug is attributed to the great designers of the Ziegler Company. Ziegler was a British compan...

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Antique 1870s Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Pictorial Kashgai Lion Rug
Rare Antique Pictorial Kashgai Lion Rug

Rare Antique Pictorial Kashgai Lion Rug

Unavailable

W 54 in L 71 in

Rare Antique Pictorial Kashgai Lion Rug

Located in Aspen, CO

Early Kashgai or Lori pictorial. South Persian origin. The lions are the guardian of Persepolis. In the Fars district, circa last quarter of the 19th century. Wool on wool foundation.

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Salt and Pepper Gashgai Gabbeh Rug
Rare Salt and Pepper Gashgai Gabbeh Rug

Rare Salt and Pepper Gashgai Gabbeh Rug

Unavailable

W 47.25 in L 78.75 in

Rare Salt and Pepper Gashgai Gabbeh Rug

Located in Graz, Styria

The infield of this old Gabbeh rug was made by the alternating usage of a red and a white knot. The resulting field is like salt and pepper. Usually this kind of pattern was made wit...

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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

4'x7' Antique Qashqai - Rare All-Over Design
4'x7' Antique Qashqai - Rare All-Over Design

4'x7' Antique Qashqai - Rare All-Over Design

Unavailable

W 51.19 in L 86.62 in

4'x7' Antique Qashqai - Rare All-Over Design

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Unique 1950's Persian Qashqai rug. The Qashqais are a tribe of nomadic Persians that weave some of the most interesting rug designs in the world. This rug's design is incredibly uniq...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Very Rare Antique Camel Hair Sarab with Lattice Design Field
Very Rare Antique Camel Hair Sarab with Lattice Design Field

Very Rare Antique Camel Hair Sarab with Lattice Design Field

Located in Aspen, CO

This is one of the rare examples of camel hair weavings in a large room size format. Woven in Persia, circa 1875, this rug contains both camel hair and sheep wool, which gives the ru...

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Antique 1870s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Great Goum in Silk Extra Fine Quality, circa 1960, 20th Century
Rare Great Goum in Silk Extra Fine Quality, circa 1960, 20th Century

Rare Great Goum in Silk Extra Fine Quality, circa 1960, 20th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Rare great silk goum extra fine quality, circa 1960 XXème very large size and all in silk.

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Vintage 1960s Persian Persian Rugs

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Silk

Incredible Piece of Art. Rare Turkish Area Rug - Sar 8
Incredible Piece of Art. Rare Turkish Area Rug - Sar 8

Incredible Piece of Art. Rare Turkish Area Rug - Sar 8

Located in Orlando, FL

Stunning Turkish area rug measuring approximately 62" x 35". Amazing colors, work and handcraftsmanship. Perfect condition. Perfect for any room / space at home or at the office. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Persian Rugs

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Wool

Persian Art Deco Carpet Signed Amoghli
Persian Art Deco Carpet Signed Amoghli

Persian Art Deco Carpet Signed Amoghli

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W 115.36 in L 150.4 in

Persian Art Deco Carpet Signed Amoghli

Located in Milan, IT

A rare Persian carpet characterized by an eau-de-nil open field decorated at opposite corners by a cluster of three sawtooth-edged leafs in ivory and ruby red.

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Persian Rugs

Rare Antique Silk Persian Souf Kashan Carpet
Rare Antique Silk Persian Souf Kashan Carpet

Rare Antique Silk Persian Souf Kashan Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique Silk Persian Souf Kashan Carpet, Origin: Persia, Circa: Turn of the Twentieth Century - Here is an absolutely remarkable antique Oriental rug - an antique Souf Kashan carpet ...

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

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Silk

Magnificent Rare Oversized Silk and Wool Persian Tabriz Carpet
Magnificent Rare Oversized Silk and Wool Persian Tabriz Carpet

Magnificent Rare Oversized Silk and Wool Persian Tabriz Carpet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This magnificent rare oversized (11’ 9” x 16’ 5”) exceptionally fine silk and wool on a silk weave foundation Persian Tabriz carpet was hand-knotted circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s Persian Rugs

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Silk, Wool

Antique Rugs, Persian Rugs, Very Rare Carpet from Tehran
Antique Rugs, Persian Rugs, Very Rare Carpet from Tehran

Antique Rugs, Persian Rugs, Very Rare Carpet from Tehran

Located in Wembley, GB

An antique Persian carpet from Tehran, circa 1880. These lovely handmade rugs features a very fine weave and are very rare found in the world.

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Antique 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Antique Persian Sarouk Square Carpet, Red & Green Tones, Rare Size
Antique Persian Sarouk Square Carpet, Red & Green Tones, Rare Size

Antique Persian Sarouk Square Carpet, Red & Green Tones, Rare Size

Located in New York, NY

This square rug hows a detached floral spray pattern swimming around a central lightly lobed small medallion, all detailed in red and rose tones on the creamy ivory field. 'American ...

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Vintage 1930s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Fine Antique Persian Serapi Mansion Carpet, Bright Colors, Blue Border
Rare Fine Antique Persian Serapi Mansion Carpet, Bright Colors, Blue Border

Rare Fine Antique Persian Serapi Mansion Carpet, Bright Colors, Blue Border

Located in New York, NY

The light camel-tone field displays an offset, half-drop pattern of isolated Caucasian-style snowflakes, and is centered by a totally open hexagonal subfield enclosing a royal blue p...

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Pair of Antique Lavar Kerman Persian 'Tree of Life' Prayer Carpets
Rare Pair of Antique Lavar Kerman Persian 'Tree of Life' Prayer Carpets

Rare Pair of Antique Lavar Kerman Persian 'Tree of Life' Prayer Carpets

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Not often do we find a pair of rugs. These Persian Lavar Kerman prayer rugs of the early or mid-20th century feature densely woven 'tree of Life' motif with flowers and birds in beau...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Kilim

Rare Antique Persian Kilim

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W 78 in L 184 in

Rare Antique Persian Kilim

Located in New York, NY

A Rare Persian Kilim. Irregular striped strips were woven individually and then combined to create a wide runner. Various shades of brown, camel and black with red accent stripes.

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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Gabbeh Runner
Rare Antique Persian Gabbeh Runner

Rare Antique Persian Gabbeh Runner

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century Persian Gabbeh rare size runner originating from the JP WILLBORG collection in Europe Measures: 3'5'' x 13'2''.

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Mid-20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Heriz Square Rug
Rare Antique Persian Heriz Square Rug

Rare Antique Persian Heriz Square Rug

Located in New York, NY

Rare square size Persian Heriz rug. Almost 9 foot square.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Size Persian Heriz Panel Rug
Rare Size Persian Heriz Panel Rug

Rare Size Persian Heriz Panel Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Heriz panel size rug from the 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Primitive Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Rare Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug

Rare Size Antique Persian Heriz Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century high decorative Persian Heriz foyer-size rug. Typically found in room size formats, this one is in a 5 x 8 Measures: 5'2'' x 8'.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Early 20th Century NW Persian Rug
Rare Early 20th Century NW Persian Rug

Rare Early 20th Century NW Persian Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century NW Persian rug of rare size and shape with myriad stylized floral and scrolling vine clusters woven in crimson, indigo, gold, teal, pink, and white against an a...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Brown Background Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Rare Brown Background Antique Persian Tabriz Rug

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 the height of artistry, creativity and technical skill. The opulent palace-sized fiel...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Rare Persian Meshed Rug in Wool
Beautiful Rare Persian Meshed Rug in Wool

Beautiful Rare Persian Meshed Rug in Wool

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Nice 20th century Meshed Persian rug with a beautiful decoration entirely hand knotted with wool.

Category

20th Century Asian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1930s Rare Art Deco Wool Carpet/Rug, Czechoslovakia
1930s Rare Art Deco Wool Carpet/Rug, Czechoslovakia

1930s Rare Art Deco Wool Carpet/Rug, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- good original condition with some signs of use - It's visible that it has been made some reparations and some damaged parts has been replaced with wool with a slightly different co...

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Heriz Square Room Size Rug
Rare Antique Persian Heriz Square Room Size Rug

Rare Antique Persian Heriz Square Room Size Rug

Located in New York, NY

Rare square size traditional antique Persian Heriz rug.

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Mid 19th Century Rose Madder Proto Serapi Carpet
Rare Mid 19th Century Rose Madder Proto Serapi Carpet

Rare Mid 19th Century Rose Madder Proto Serapi Carpet

Located in Dublin, NH

As early as the beginning of the 20th century, within American carpet circles, the finest production of carpets from the area of Heriz in the far northwest of Persia were referred to...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Extremely Rare and Beautiful Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug
Extremely Rare and Beautiful Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug

Extremely Rare and Beautiful Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug

Located in New York, NY

A Beautiful And Rare Vase Design Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Antique Persian Rug, Circa Date: 1880. Size: 13 ft 6 in x 16 ft 6 in (4.11 m x 5.03 m).

Category

Antique 1880s Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Tribal Persian Vintage Rug with Natural Dyes

Rare Tribal Persian Vintage Rug with Natural Dyes

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Hand-knotted Persian tribal rug from the Kashkai tribe. Hand spun highland wool with beautiful luster. Exquisite condition. Excellent rug for interiordesign with the special color a...

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Fine Rare Gold Background Antique Persian Kerman Rug
Beautiful Fine Rare Gold Background Antique Persian Kerman Rug

Beautiful Fine Rare Gold Background Antique Persian Kerman Rug

Located in New York, NY

Since the 17th century, Kerman has been a major center for the production of high-quality carpets. The so-called Vase Carpets of the Safavid period are among the greatest masterpiece...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Bibikabad Carpet with Steal Blue, Charcoal, Green, and Brown
Antique Persian Bibikabad Carpet with Steal Blue, Charcoal, Green, and Brown

Antique Persian Bibikabad Carpet with Steal Blue, Charcoal, Green, and Brown

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rug W22-0108, country of origin / type: Iran / Bibikabad, circa 1920 with a rare size. Measures: 6'2 x 9'2 With a rare size, this antique Persian Bibikabad carpet, from the Hamada...

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Tribal Geometric Persian Balouch Rare Size Runner
Zabihi Collection Tribal Geometric Persian Balouch Rare Size Runner

Zabihi Collection Tribal Geometric Persian Balouch Rare Size Runner

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th Century Persian Balouch Runner Details rug no. j4326 size 4' 7" x 13' 1" (140 x 399 cm)

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Double Sided 20th Century Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug
Rare Double Sided 20th Century Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug

Rare Double Sided 20th Century Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug

Located in New York, NY

A 1st quarter of the 20th century Double Sised Persian Gabbeh accent-size geometric rug originating from the JP WILLBORG collection. primary-image shown shows 1 side of the rug. the ...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Intricate Rare Antique 17th Century Persian Textile 1'5" x 1'8"
Intricate Rare Antique 17th Century Persian Textile 1'5" x 1'8"

Intricate Rare Antique 17th Century Persian Textile 1'5" x 1'8"

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful and Intricate 17th Century Persian Textile 40547, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 17th Century

Category

Antique 17th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

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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.