Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Blue
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
$40,956
W 165.36 in L 342.52 in
Monumental 28 x 14 ft Palatial Rug - Persian Tabriz Style - Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Craftsmanship & Masterful Weaving Drawing inspiration from the most sought-after classical designs like Tabriz, Sarouk, and Mahal, this rug represents the pinnacle of Afghan knot...
Wool
Vintage Persian Sarouk Mahal Herati Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Persian Sarouk Mahal Herati rug circa 1940. Measures: 6' 8" x 10' 3".
Wool
Unavailable
W 148 in L 244 in
Antique Navy Persian Mahal Rug (Farahan Design) circa 1900 - FREE SHIPPING
Located in Dallas, TX
Handwoven antique Persian Mahal rug featuring an intricate Farahan design on a navy colored field and ivory border accented in shades of coral, gold, teal, salmon, amber, tomato red ...
Wool
Room Size Antique Hand Knotted Wool Red Persian Mahal Design Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an Classic antique hand knotted Persian Sarouk rug with Mahal design. It is made with wool on cotton foundation.
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mahal Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning early 20th century century Persian Sarouk Mahal rug with the most wonderful mirrored floral pattern with delicately rendered scrolling vines and surrounded by an exception...
Wool
Fantastic Early 20th Century Sarouk Mahal Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mahal rug with an all-over field of flowers and vines woven in light and dark indigo, pale green, cranberry, and gold on a cranberry bac...
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mahal Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mahal with a large-scale mirrored floral pattern covering the field with large and small beautifully rendered flowers and scrolling vine...
Wool
Antique Red Persian Floral Sarouk Carpet, 10'08 x 16'09
Located in Dallas, TX
90024 Antique Persian Sarouk Mahal Rug, 10'08 x 16'09. This exquisite hand-knotted wool Persian Sarouk Mahal rug is a magnificent piece that beautifully combines the artistry of Saro...
Wool
Incredible Antique Mohajeran Sarouk
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Classic Persian Sarouk Rug, circa 1920
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Grape Design Persian Sarouk, circa 1920
Located in Evanston, IL
"Mohajeran" or "Mahajiran" is the name of a village west of Arak, circa 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile western influenced des...
Wool
Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Grape Design Persian Sarouk, circa 1930, Unusual Size
Located in Evanston, IL
"Mohajeran" or "Mahajiran" is the name of a village west of Arak, circa 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile western influenced des...
Wool
Fine Sarouk Mohajiran Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran", "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Carpet, 8'7" x 12'3"
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Fine Sarouk Mohajiran Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Carpet, circa 1920's 7' x 10'
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Mohajeran Gazan Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Early 20th Century Meshkabad Mahal Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing early 20th century Persian Meshkabad Mahal rug with wonderfully woven large-scale floral pattern on a pale coral background surrounded by an elaborate contrasting floral b...
Wool
Extraordinary Early 20th Century Mahal Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary early 20th century Persian Mahal rug with an amazing all-over pattern of multicolored flowers in a wonderful lattice pattern on a crimson background. The wide border...
Wool
Gorgeous Early 20th Century Mahal Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Mahal rug with a mirrored pattern containing four large floral medallions amidst a field of flowers, all woven in light and dark indigo, cream, ...
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
73378 antique Persian Mahal rug with Traditional style. Sophisticated and full of character, this antique Persian Mahal rug combines traditional character with a timeless style. With...
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Mahal Rug with Modern Rustic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53629 Distressed Antique Persian Mahal rug with Modern Rustic Style 08'07 x 11'10. With ornate details and a lovingly time-worn composition, this hand knotted wool distressed antique...
Wool
Antique Faraghan Mahal Fine Persian Rug in Multi Color Background
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Faraghan Fine Persian rug in light blue blue Background and Intricate Details, Rug / R20-0704, Faraghan Mahal, Antique Faraghan, Antique Mahal This exquisite antique Faragh...
Wool
Distressed Vintage Persian Mahal Floral Rug with Rustic English Baroque Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52782, distressed vintage Persian Mahal Floral rug with Rustic English Baroque style. With a timeless floral pattern and lovingly timeworn appearance, this hand knotted wool distress...
Wool
Red Persian Mahal Pure Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug, 7'0" x 9'9"
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...
Wool
Antique Kurdish Rug 1920´s hand-knotted Burnt Orange and Beige
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
This Kurdish rug in style of Mahal, Sarouk or Farahan has the traditional motifs and structure.
Wool
Antique Silk Heriz Serapi Rug
Located in New York, NY
Although wool Heriz carpets are generally made in the medallion format, those woven with silk pile tend to be allover designs of the type more often associated with Mahals, Kirmans, ...
Wool
Outstanding Early 20th Century Sarouk Mahal
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mahal rug woven with a fantastic large-scale mirrored pattern of flowers and leaves woven in light and dark indigo, cream, crimson, a...
Wool
Sold
W 117 in L 157 in
9'9"x13'1" Red Semi Antique Persian Sarouk Mahal Full Pile Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Salsa Red, Semi Antique Persian Sarouk Mahal, Full Pile, Good Condition and Clean, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches S...
Wool
Red Persian Pure Wool Sarouk Mahal Hand Knotted Oriental Rug, 7'3" x 10'5"
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...
Wool
Red Persian Pure Wool Sarouk Mahal Hand Knotted Oriental Rug, 6'9" x 10'5"
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...
Wool
Persian Sarouk Rug, circa 1920
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Rug, circa 1920
Located in Evanston, IL
"Mohajeran" or "Mahajiran" is the name of a village west of Arak. circa 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile western influenced des...
Wool
Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Carpet, Blue
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Mohajeran Sarouk Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Sarouk Mohajeran Rug, Very Fine
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Wonderful Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug, Manchester Wool
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Manchester Wool Mohajeran Sarouk Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Vase Rug, Manchester Wool
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Sarouk Rug, Tree of Life and Birds
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran", "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Runner, circa 1920 Perfect Condition, 2'7" x 6'6"
Located in Evanston, IL
About 80-100 years ago American companies ordered relatively Fine Mahal rugs with higher pile Western influenced designs which today are also called "Sarouk Mohajeran," "Sultanabad" ...
Wool
Mahal Vintage Rugs, Sarouk Persian Rugs, Carpet from Iran
Located in Wembley, GB
This Farahan Persian carpet is highly valued for its elegance and creativity. This orange rug has an abstract floral rug motives. On this geometric rug we can see orange, red, blue, ...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Vintage Persian Mahal Rug with Sarouk Floral Design and Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77372 vintage Persian Mahal rug with Sarouk Floral design and Victorian style 03'10 x 05'11.
Wool
Vintage Persian Mahal Sarouk Rug with Rustic English Country Style, Entry Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75675 Vintage Persian Mahal Sarouk Rug with Rustic English Country Style, Entry Rug 04'03 x 06'07.
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Mahal Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Mahal rug with an obscure motif in reds and navy blues. 9'3'' x 12'6''
Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Mahal Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary early 20th century Persian Mahal rug with an amazing all-over pattern of multicolored flowers in a wonderful lattice pattern on an indigo background. The wide border...
Wool
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$6,904 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
$8,639Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$8,308 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$2,010Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 56 in D 23.5 in
"Celine" Scalloped Bench in Olive Cotton Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Celine Bench, designed with a uniquely shaped scalloped back and solid oak hand-turned legs that complement its elegant curves. Perfectly sized as an end-of-bed bench...
Fabric, Oak
Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pata de Elefante Small Table Lamp — Atomic Collection by Isabel Moncada Named ""Elephant's Foot"" for its bold, bulbous base, the Pata de Elefante Small is one of Isabel Moncada's m...
Fiberglass, Linen, Fabric, Wood
$8,546 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
$1,521 / set
H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
pair of wall lamps sconces barovier&toso 1950s - barovier & toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in taranto, IT
pair of murano glass wall sconces in white color machined, 1950s Barovier&Toso production, with brass construction elements, brass wall bracket. Made with the "dew" technique, that ...
Brass
$648,500
H 32 in W 37.75 in
Homme à l'agneau, mangeur de pastèque et flûtiste
By Pablo Picasso
Located in New Orleans, LA
Signed, dated and numbered “Picasso / 3.2.67 / II” (upper right) Crayon on paper Hailed among the fathers of modern art, Pablo Picasso possessed a seemingly endless supply of creati...
Paper, Crayon
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
JMF Chair by Forsyth
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The JMF Chair is inspired by and in homage to the lean, modern lines and silhouettes created by design icon Jean-Michel Frank. 1 and a quarter inch solid oak, richly stained, is hand...
Oak
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.