The Whispered Boteh: A Signed Antique Persian Kashan Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
, identifying the artisan responsible for this exceptional creation. Such signed Kashan rugs were commissioned
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Antique Persian Manchester Kashan, Signed
Located in Evanston, IL
Ask for dealer shipping. A Kashan rug made in Persia in the city of Kashan in Isfahan Province
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Vintage Signed Persian Shadsar Kashan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78701 Vintage Persian Shadsar Kashan Rug, 03'11 x 05'09. Persian Shadsar Kashan rugs, originating
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$63,000
W 165 in L 233 in
The Imperial Hunt: Signed 19th Century Mohtasham Kashan Masterpiece of Paradise
By Mohtashem
Located in Dallas, TX
79670 Antique Persian Mohtasham Kashan Rug, 13'09 x 19'05. The Imperial Hunt: Signed 19th Century
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$6,860
W 95 in L 138 in
Signed Vintage Persian Kashan Rug, Refined Tranquility Meets Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
61037 Vintage Persian Kashan Rug, 07'11 x 11'06. Emanating an aura of refined tranquility and
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$56,000
W 159 in L 255 in
Nazmiyal Collection Oversized Signed Antique Persian Kashan Rug 13' 3" x 21' 3"
Located in New York, NY
Colorful and Charming Oversized Antique Persian Kashan Rug Signed by Master Dabir, Country of
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Rugs On Net Fine Colorful Mid 20th Century Signed Pictorial Persian Kashan Rug
Located in New York, NY
1940s Persian Pictorial Kashan "Mashahir" Carpet ( 4'4" x 7 ' - 132 x 213 ) Antique Kashan Small
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$10,500
W 126 in L 166 in
The Garden of Eternity: A Signed Vintage Persian Kashan Rug of Noble Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
79310 Signed Vintage Persian Kashan Rug, 10'06 x 13'10. Bathed in regal elegance and cultural
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Zabihi Collection Jewel Toned Signed Oversize Persian Kashan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Jewel Toned Oversize signed Persian Kashan Rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century
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Zabihi Collection Signed Antique Manchester Kashan Early 20th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
signed by the weaver Details rug no. j4289 size 5' 8" x 8' 5" (173 x 257 cm) rug type Kashan The best
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Zabihi Collection Vintage Persian Kashan carpet
Located in New York, NY
A mid 20th Century Signed Persian Kashan Rug. The Persian script in that ivory section reads
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$27,843Sale Price|25% Off
W 171 in L 187 in
Ivory, Antique Persian Bakhtiar, Signed by Kashan Carpets, Hand Knotted 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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Early 20th Century Antique Persian Kashan Mohtasham Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
use of imported merino wool. Whether signed or unsigned, antique Mohtashem Kashan rugs are considered
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Semi Antique Kashan.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Kashan, central Persia. cream field with all over oversize floral design. Very good
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Persian Kashan Rug, Signed
Located in Florence, IT
This extra fine Persian Kashan rug, made with exceptional quality wool, has a stunning field color
1960s Signed Persian Kashan Rug with Abrash
Located in Northridge, CA
Signed Persian Kashan rug circa 1960 Measures: 9' 3" x 13' 4" Hand-knotted wool pile with
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Signed Blue Persian Kashan Rug, circa 1940
Located in Northridge, CA
Signed blue Persian Kashan rug circa 1940 Measures: 9'11" x 12'5" Hand-knotted wool pile
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Signed Vintage Persian Kashan Rug, Very Fine, circa 1980s
Located in San Mateo, CA
This is a vintage hand-knotted Persian Kashan rug, woven in Kashan, Iran circa 1980s. Mohtasham is
Wool, Cotton
Exceptional Antique Persian Dabir Kashan Carpet 'Signed Dabir L Sanaye'
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique Persian Dabir Kashan carpet 'Signed Dabir L Sanaye,' “Contact Dealer
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Mohtashem Kashan Carpet
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kashân, Mohtashem type. Signed "Dastûr (order of) amal-e (made by)Karchâne (workshop) Hassan Gholam
Cotton, Wool
Unavailable
W 117 in L 166 in
1940s Vintage Persian Kashan Allover with Mother and Child Boteh Signed Weaver
Located in Baltimore, MD
encapsulating a smaller one represents a mother and child. The rug is also signed by a master weaver. The
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Blue Vintage Persian Kashan Rug, circa 1950
Located in Northridge, CA
Blue vintage Persian Kashan rug, signed by weaver. circa 1950 Measures: 9' 4" x 12' 2" Hand
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Antique Manchester Kashan Rug in Blue Tones, Signed
Located in New York, NY
Fascinating finely woven antique Persian signed Kashan rug The best 19th century and turn-of-the
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Mohtashem Kashan Carpet
Located in San Francisco, CA
all Mohtashem pieces were signed, Kashan carpets of the same high level of quality are given the
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Antique Persian Mohtashem Kashan Carpet
Located in New York, NY
style, color and use of imported merino wool. Whether signed or unsigned, antique Mohtashem Kashan rugs
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Persian Kashan Wool Mosque Prayer Rug, Signed in Farsi, circa 1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Persian hand-knotted wool Kashan prayer rug features central mosque design, singed in Farsi
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Red Semi Antique Signed Persian Kashan Full Pile Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind red semi antique signed Persian Kashan full pile hand knotted
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Antique Rug Persian Mohtasham Kashan Pictorial Hand Knotted Circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Pictorial Mohtasham Kashan Signed ( pair available) Antique Persian Mohtashem
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Magnificent Oversized 1960s Handwoven Persian Kashan Carpet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, signed Persian Kashan oversized carpet (11’ 4” x 16’ 2”). Hand knotted wool on a cotton
Cotton, Wool
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
W 106 in L 144 in
Vintage Persian Sarouk Hand Knotted Red Floral Wool Area Rug Carpet 9' x 12'
Located in Dayton, OH
Large vintage Persian Sarouk area rug / carpet featuring a floral motif with red field accented with blues and tans. Dimensions: 106" x 144"
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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a traditional central mirrored floral medallion living amidst a field of more flower clusters, surrounded by a wide border with ...
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Antique Persian Lilihan Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Beautiful colors with fine quality, circa 1920. Handwoven Lilihan rug. Produced south of the city of Arak by Armenians in Persia, Lilihan rugs are known for their design. Traditional...
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Antique Persian Manchester Kashan, circa 1900
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Manchester Kashan, circa 1900. The wonderful red field with bold floral motifs surrounded by a navy border gives this rug a look and feel of quality and importance. T...
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Antique Isfahan Ahmad Rug, Unique
Located in Evanston, IL
One of the oldest antique Isfahan Ahmad rug with unique blue green color. Made of wool and very soft cotton like silk. The Iranian city of Isfahan has long been one of the centres ...
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Antique Persian Manchester Kashan Rug, Tree Of Life
Located in Evanston, IL
Ask for dealer shipping. A Kashan rug made in Persia in the city of Kashan in Isfahan Province North Central Iran. There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17...
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$11,600Sale Price|20% Off
W 105 in L 149 in
Very Fine Antique Kurk Kashan Rug by Keivan Woven Arts with Soft Silky Wool
Located in Atlanta, GA
Manchester Kashan rugs by Keivan Woven Arts. Such as this rug, are among the finest Persian rugs of 1900 era. This gorgeous antique rug (circa 1900) has a deep blue border that fram...
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Antique Persian Manchester Kashan Carpet, 8'11" x 12'6".
Located in Evanston, IL
A Kashan rug made in Persia in the city of Kashan in Isfahan Province North Central Iran. There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th century...
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Antique Tekkeh Turkoman Engsi Hatchli 4 Seasons Rug, AS IS
Located in Evanston, IL
Almost all Turkmen rugs were produced by nomadic tribes almost entirely with locally obtained materials, wool from the herds and vegetable dyes, or other natural dyes from the land. ...
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Antique Red Navy Blue Persian Manchester Wool Kashan Large Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
This antique Manchester Wool Kashan, circa 1880-1900 is one measures 10.4 x 17.10 ft. and is an excellent example of this variety of carpet. It was manufactured by the Taftanjian Com...
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Antique Manchester Wool Persian Kashan Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Ask for dealer shipping. A Kashan rug made in Persia in the city of Kashan in Isfahan Province North Central Iran. There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17...
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Antique Persian Sarouk Carpet, garden design
Located in Evanston, IL
Embrace Timeless Elegance: The Splendor of a 10'2" x 13'2" Antique Persian Sarouk Carpet Indulge in the luxurious allure of our Antique Persian Sarouk carpet, a captivating master...
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Antique Persian Dabir Kashan Carpet, Most Beautiful
Located in Evanston, IL
You could possess an exquisite antique Persian Dabir Kashan carpet steeped in a captivating history. This eloquent portrayal highlights the intricate features of the rug, encompassi...
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Persian Manchester Kashan Rug Carpet, circa 1900
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Persian Manchester Kashan rug carpet, circa 1900, measures: 8'8 x 11'10. Situated on the caravan route to India in central Persia is the town of Kashan famed as one of the top-qualit...
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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.
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