Serapi Folk Art

Style: Serapi

Antique Ancient Rarest of Rare Rug in Serapi, circa 1880's

$44,650

Antique Ancient Rarest of Rare Rug in Serapi, circa 1880's

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Rarest of rare C. 1880'S Ancient mint condition antique Serapi unusually oversized Narrow Gem W/ Gorg natural Dyes About: Where on planet earth will you ever find another piece like this? The size isn't even my favorite part, although it's hard not to be astonished by its shape. Its color aren't even my favorite part, although century-old vegetable dyes that have perfectly matured over time really cannot get any better than this. It is, alas, the design that steals my heart and I don't even want it back!!! It is amongst the most naive and imaginative designs I've ever seen. This piece is the poster...

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19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Geometric, Ivory Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug

$6,832Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Geometric, Ivory Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

European Size Turn-of-the-century Old Distinct Antique Serapi Rug, c. 1900's

$16,750

European Size Turn-of-the-century Old Distinct Antique Serapi Rug, c. 1900's

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Rare European Size Over a Century-Old DISTINCT Antique Serapi About: Did You See This Size? Never again will we get this Elongated Palace size length in a more standard Room Size ...

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19th Century Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Handsome Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Carpet Red Navy, Light Blue, Ivory

$6,000Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Handsome Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Carpet Red Navy, Light Blue, Ivory

Located in Port Washington, NY

19th century Persian Serapi carpets are some of the most highly prized and sought-after antique Persian carpets in the world. They are characterized by their bold, geometric designs, vivid colors, and exceptional quality. Serapi carpets were originally woven in the Heriz region of northwestern Iran, but the term "Serapi" was coined by Western carpet dealers in the late 19th century to distinguish a higher-quality version of the Heriz carpet. Serapi carpets were made using the finest wool, which was dyed using natural, vegetable-based dyes. The wool was then spun by hand and woven into carpets using a symmetrical knotting technique. One of the defining features of 19th century Persian Serapi carpets is their bold, large-scale geometric designs. These designs often feature medallions, rosettes, and intricate borders, rendered in a palette of rich, saturated colors such as crimson, indigo, and gold. The colors used in Serapi carpets were achieved through a painstaking dyeing process that involved boiling the wool in vats of natural dyes, such as madder root or indigo. Another hallmark of 19th century Persian Serapi carpets is their durability and sturdiness. The wool used to make these carpets was of exceptional quality, with a high lanolin content that made it resistant to wear and tear. Additionally, the carpets were woven with a tight, dense pile that added to their strength and longevity. The size of 19th century Persian Serapi carpets is another factor that sets them apart from other antique Persian carpets. These carpets were typically large, with sizes ranging from 9 feet by 12 feet to 12 feet by 18 feet. Their large size was made custom for use in grand, formal spaces such as ballrooms and reception halls. Overall, 19th century Persian Serapi carpets are considered to be some of the most beautiful and valuable...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

CF V9 by Caturegli Formica

$23,782 / item

W 122.05 in L 102.37 in

CF V9 by Caturegli Formica

Located in Geneve, CH

CF V9 by Caturegli Formica Dimensions: W 310 x L 260 cm Materials: Wool Produced by Elio Palmisano in 1989-90 for the collection/exhibition Tappeti e Arazzi Biographical notes Beppe...

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2010s Italian Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Vintage Persian Tabriz Pictorial Scenic Carpet

$7,225

W 116 in L 155 in

Zabihi Collection Vintage Persian Tabriz Pictorial Scenic Carpet

Located in New York, NY

1930s Persian Tabriz rug with a pictorial scenery design rug no. j3839 size 9'8'' x 12' 11" Pictorial rugs are some of the most over-the-top examples of the artistry, talent and d...

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Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Rare Antique Ukrainian Pile Rug With Floral Garlands in the St. Petersburg Style

$6,583

W 57.09 in L 79.93 in

Rare Antique Ukrainian Pile Rug With Floral Garlands in the St. Petersburg Style

Located in Milan, IT

A very rare Ukrainian pile rug woven with a pattern characteristic of Aubusson and Savonnerie French carpets. Carpets such as this one were woven at a time when the classical French style was extremely in favour among the Russian aristocracy, who decorated their homes with period French furniture...

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1870s Ukrainian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Small Throw Rug

$2,700Sale Price|20% Off

W 44 in L 61 in

Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Small Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Persian Bidjar rug from the early 20th century. The wine red small Herati pattern field is overlaid by a light blue involute Herati medallion which, in turn, is centered b...

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Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Konya Kilim Rug Wool Old Central Anatolian Traditional Turkish Carpet

$6,500

W 63 in L 84.26 in

Antique Konya Kilim Rug Wool Old Central Anatolian Traditional Turkish Carpet

Located in Tokyo, JP

This is Central Anatolian Antique Kilim from the Konya region with a rare and beautiful color composition. This highly collectible antique kilim has wonderful special colors and tex...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Serapi Folk Art

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Wool, Natural Fiber

Midcentury Persian Folk Handmade Throw Rug in Red

$1,750

W 42 in L 60 in

Midcentury Persian Folk Handmade Throw Rug in Red

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Hamadan folk rug handmade during the mid-20th century in scatter/throw rug size with a red field filled with geometric botehs (paisleys).

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Mid-20th Century Persian Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Lit Blue

$20,799Sale Price|20% Off

W 116 in L 148 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Lit Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Lt Blue

$151,999Sale Price|20% Off

W 182 in L 300 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Lt Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory, Rust, Navy, Light Blue

$60,799Sale Price|20% Off

W 137 in L 178 in

Antique Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory, Rust, Navy, Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug with Lion Design Persian Wagireh Carpet Natural Dyed

$725

W 21.66 in L 37.01 in

Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug with Lion Design Persian Wagireh Carpet Natural Dyed

By Ararat Rugs

Located in Tokyo, JP

This offset pattern is composed of leaves and lotus palmettes filling the various compartments against the imposing ground, while heraldic lions rear across the strapwork borders. On...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Serapi Folk Art

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug - 19th Century Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed

$9,300

W 69.69 in L 94.49 in

Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug - 19th Century Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed

By Ararat Rugs

Located in Tokyo, JP

This is a Bidjar rug designed in the 19th century from the Bidjar region, also known as Bijar, which is a region in northwestern Iran known for producing some of the finest and most ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Serapi Folk Art

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage Borujerd Lorestan Village Rug Lori Carpet Northeast Persian Hand Knotted

$880

W 40.95 in L 59.06 in

Vintage Borujerd Lorestan Village Rug Lori Carpet Northeast Persian Hand Knotted

Located in Tokyo, JP

This is a Northeastern Persian Borujerd Style Carpet from the Lorestan region with a rare and beautiful color composition, featuring a red, blue, and salmon color scheme. Its foundat...

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Mid-20th Century Caucasian Serapi Folk Art

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Cotton

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Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory and Light Blue

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Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory and Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade, Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Light Blue

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W 113 in L 132 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade, Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Iconic & Mystical Art Serapi Rug from the Northwest Mountains, c. Early 1900's

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W 144 in L 120 in

Iconic & Mystical Art Serapi Rug from the Northwest Mountains, c. Early 1900's

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Unreal Serapi iconic beauty from the Northwest Mountains About: One-of-one true gem from the mountains of the northwest. Incredibly rich saturated yet refined colors drank by str...

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20th Century Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust Light Blue

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W 129 in L 221 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust

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W 194 in L 218 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust

Located in Port Washington, NY

Extremely Rare size, which leads us to believe this carpet originally was a custom order for a Nobel Family. Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America. Serapi carpets were woven on the level of small workshop with multiple weavers working several years to complete each rug. Highly skilled artisans, they continually reinterpreted the design as they wove, creating highly spontaneous and inventive artistry. Measures: 16'2" x 18'2". Serapi is a term that is a mystery in the Persian antique carpet market. There is no location or tribe of this name. Sarab, also spelled Saab, a town in northwestern Persia, is known for weaving only runners with a camel hair pile during the nineteenth century. "Serapi" may be a nickname given by American dealers...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Square Serapi Carpet, Handmade Rug Ivory, Gold, Navy, Rusty Red

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H 132 in W 120 in L 132 in

Antique Persian Square Serapi Carpet, Handmade Rug Ivory, Gold, Navy, Rusty Red

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Geometric, Navy Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug

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W 72 in L 108 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Geometric, Navy Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Early 20th Century Persian Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust Ivory Terracota

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W 120 in L 161 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust Ivory Terracota

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Geometric, Ivory Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug

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W 129 in L 181 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Geometric, Ivory Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade, Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Light Blue

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W 144 in L 199 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade, Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Gold-Ivory Light Blue

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W 120 in L 138 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Gold-Ivory Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi Carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big...

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Gold-Ivory Light Blue

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W 124 in L 156 in

Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Gold-Ivory Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

Antique Serapi Carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...

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19th Century Persian Antique Serapi Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Serapi folk art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Serapi folk art for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage folk art created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Serapi folk art made in a specific country, there are Asia, Iran, and West Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for folk art differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15,999 and tops out at $120,999 while the average work can sell for $39,499.