Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral Design, 1920s
Located in Barrington, IL
vintage Persian Sarouk rug, antique Sarouk area rug, early 20th century Persian rug, allover floral
Wool, Cotton
4x6 Hand Knotted Sarouk Farahan Area Rug – Wool Floral Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your interior with the timeless elegance of this 4x6 Sarouk Farahan-style area rug
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Sarouk Room Size Rug, Floral Design
Located in Barrington, IL
Floral Design Rug, Antique Sarouk, Red Sarouk, Room Size Sarouk, Sarouk Area Rugs.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Farahan Sarouk Area Rug, Wool, Floral Design, 1890s
Located in Barrington, IL
, Sustainability, Antique Rugs, Vintage Carpets, Allover Design Rugs, Allover Floral Design Rug, Antique Sarouk
Wool, Cotton
$14,235Sale Price|35% Off
W 127 in L 204 in
Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug, Wool Pile, Floral Design, Oversized, 1940s
Located in Barrington, IL
This exquisite vintage oversized Persian Sarouk rug features an allover design of grand floral
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Floral Design, 1930s
Located in Barrington, IL
, Persian Sarouk carpet, early 20th century Persian rug, red floral Sarouk, turquoise corner rug, navy
Wool, Cotton
Antique Oversized Sarouk Persian Rug in Pink with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 12x19 antique Persian Sarouk rug originating circa 1920-1930, with
Wool
Antique Oversized Sarouk Persian Rug in Pink with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 12x21 antique Persian Sarouk rug originating circa 1920-1930, with
Wool
Antique Persian Farahan Sarouk Area Rug, Wool, Floral Design, 1900s
Located in Barrington, IL
This early 20th-century Farahan Sarouk area rug features a majestic medallion floral design in a
Wool, Cotton
$12,000
W 136 in L 213 in
1930s Red Floral Antique Persian Sarouk Rug 11'. 4" x.17' 9" Knotted Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Sarouk rug, size: 11'4" x 17'9".
Wool
$1,100Sale Price|50% Off
W 41 in L 60 in
Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug with All-Over Floral Design in Rich Red, Onyx Black
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vitnage Persian Sarouk rug with all-over Floral design in rich red, onyx black, rug got-403
Wool
$6,500
W 52 in L 78 in
Sarouk Farahan Rug with Florals and Vine Scrolls in Red, Ivory, Taupe and Orange
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'4 x 6'6. Sarouk Farahan Rug with Florals and Vine Scrolls in Red, Ivory, Taupe and
Wool
$7,300Sale Price|20% Off
W 72 in L 105 in
Early 20th Century Persian "American" Style Floral Sarouk Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Sarouk accent rug handmade during the early 20th century with a floral design in
Wool
$19,435Sale Price|35% Off
W 126 in L 206 in
Oversized 19th Century Persian Farahan Sarouk Rug with Floral Design
Located in Barrington, IL
This 19th century oversized Persian Farahan Sarouk rug is a majestic example of classical Persian
Wool, Cotton
Red Antique Sarouk Art Deco Handmade Floral Oversize Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Sarouk Persian hand-knotted wool rug with a red field. This Persian rug has a
Other
$225,000
W 150 in L 273 in
Oversize Antique Persian Floral Red Sarouk Rug c. 1880-1900 (12.6 x 22.9 ft)
Located in New York, NY
floral grouping seeming to float on a variegated field. This is an exceptional example of an antique
Wool
$2,974
W 39.38 in L 62.21 in
Handmade Antique Persian Sarouk Mahajiran Rug Midnight Blue Floral 1900s - 1B973
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This is an authentic Antique Mahajiran Sarouk, representing the pinnacle of Persian weaving from
Wool
Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern woven in myriad
Wool
Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern containing myriad willow
Wool
Vintage Navy Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
An authentic 3rd quarter of the 20th-century Persian Sarouk rug with a floral design on a navy
Wool
Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern woven in pink
Wool
Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral patterned field woven in
Wool
Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian petite Sarouk rug with a beautiful floral and scrolling vine
Wool
$14,235Sale Price|35% Off
W 122 in L 216 in
Antique Persian Sarouk Rug, Wool Pile, Floral Design, Red Field, 1920s
Located in Barrington, IL
This vintage oversized Persian Sarouk rug is a radiant example of timeless floral artistry and
Wool, Cotton
Wonderful Antique Sarouk Ferahan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Extraordinary and rare antique, very fine and very pretty rug by Sarouk Ferahan, with pretty floral
Wool
Rare and Unusual Pink Persian Ferahan Sarouk Large Antique Floral Rug
Located in Hudson, NY
A beautiful turn of the century Ferahan Sarouk with a rare pink field color. A delicate floral
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century Persian Sarouk runner features a classic mirrored floral pattern, richly
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A traditional early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern with myriad
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern surrounded by a
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern across the field
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern across the field
Wool
$17,276Sale Price|20% Off
W 79 in L 124 in
Antique Ferahan Sarouk Oriental Rug, in Room Size, with Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Ferahan Sarouk oriental rug, circa 1900, room size. An antique Ferahan Sarouk oriental
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Area Rug in Floral Pattern in Red, Ivory, Green
Located in Barrington, IL
20th century Persian rug, floral vase design rug, navy border Sarouk, collectible Persian rug, small
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern with myriad floral
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern with myriad
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming petite early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern, surrounded
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a central floral medallion living in a field
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A traditional early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern woven with
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking early 20th century petite Persian Sarouk rug with a mirrored floral pattern with myriad
Wool
Antique Red Sarouk Carpet, Excellent Condition
Located in New York, NY
This is a characteristic red field/navy border interwar "American" style Sarouk with a detached
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a floral pattern woven in light and dark indigo
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a central floral medallion amidst a field
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a central floral medallion surrounded by a
Wool
$81,000
W 164 in L 199 in
Oversized Antique Persian Sarouk Rug In Beige With Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 14x17 oversized antique Persian Sarouk rug originating circa 1900-1920
Wool
Early 20th Century Petite Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian petite Sarouk rug with a beautiful floral and scrolling vine
Wool
Unusual Early 20th Century Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a geometric floral medallion resting on a
Wool
Early 20th Century Petite Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century petite Persian Sarouk rug with a floral medallion woven in indigo
Wool
Nice Little Fine Antique Sarouk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful little antique Sarouk rug with nice floral design and beautiful colors, entirely and
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Rug with Allover Floral Design in Rich Red and Indigo
Located in New York, NY
composition. The wide floral border, filled with classic Sarouk botehs and stylized blossoms, frames the field
Wool, Cotton
1930s Persian Sarouk rug excellent condition 9.1x14.4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of refined elegance to your space with this antique Persian Sarouk rug, a rare Persian
Wool
$12,389
W 141 in L 194 in
1920s Antique Persian Sarouk Wool Area Rug with Floral Motifs, 11'9" x 16'4"
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite 1920s antique Persian Sarouk area rug embodies the rich heritage and refined
Wool, Cotton
Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th century Persian Sarouk Farahan carpet (4' x 6' 6" - 121 x 198 cm). Antique Sarouk
Wool
$19,196Sale Price|20% Off
W 132 in L 204 in
Antique Persian Sarouk Oriental Rug, in Large Size with Intricate Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Oriental Rug, circa 1910, Large size An antique Mohajeran Sarouk oriental
Wool
$5,756Sale Price|20% Off
W 99 in L 121 in
Vintage Persian Sarouk Oriental Rug, in Room Size, with Intricate Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Sarouk Oriental rug, circa 1930, Room size A vintage Persian Sarouk oriental rug
Wool
$3,836Sale Price|20% Off
W 39 in L 55 in
Antique Ferahan Sarouk Oriental Rug, in Small Size, with Intricate Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Ferahan Sarouk Oriental rug, circa 1910, Small size An antique Ferahan Sarouk oriental
Wool
$1,916Sale Price|20% Off
W 41 in L 56 in
Antique Persian Sarouk Oriental Rug, in Small size, with Intricate Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Sarouk Oriental Rug, circa 1910, Small size An antique Persian Sarouk oriental rug
Wool
$6,396Sale Price|20% Off
W 105 in L 136 in
Antique Persian Sarouk Oriental Rug, in Room Size, with Intricate Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Sarouk Oriental Rug, circa 1920, Room size An antique Persian Sarouk oriental rug
Wool
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran (modern-day Persia) has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
Although they have many imitators, real Persian rugs are made only in Iran and are easily recognized by their vibrant colors and elegant patterns.
Traditional, or antique, Persian rugs are what most people identify as “authentic.” Hand-made, they are very durable and, if properly cared for, can be passed down from generation to generation. Modern Persians, on the other hand, are often machine-made. Today’s carpets, Iranian or otherwise, can’t possibly match the level of craftsmanship that prevailed centuries ago, so historical Persian carpets will always be admired and highly valued.
Although the machine-aided production process is much faster and cheaper, the resulting rugs typically do not have the same quality or lifespan as handwoven ones, so traditional options are considered better investments.
To distinguish between the two, look for imperfections. Because traditional Persian rugs are handwoven, you will likely see small flaws on the front and back. With a machine-made imitation, on the other hand, you will probably not find stitching glitches, and the back will have a mesh or plastic covering.
Antique rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool, silk or cotton — never synthetic fibers. The fibers used in antique rugs are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk. Regarded as works of art, Persian rugs can take months or years to complete.
The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns.
When shopping for vintage Persian rugs, you'll want to consider color, size and more — for a history of these rugs and tips on how to style yours, visit our guide to these woven creations today.
Find Tabriz rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs from the world's best furniture dealers on 1stDibs.
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