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Persian Tabriz Rug Signed by Jalilnia
Persian Tabriz Rug Signed by Jalilnia

Persian Tabriz Rug Signed by Jalilnia

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

A gorgeous Persian Tabriz rug designed, woven, and signed by master weaver of Tabriz, Jalilnia

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Signed Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug
Signed Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug

Signed Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

76465 Vintage Cherry Pink Persian Tabriz Rug, 06'07 x 09'07. Tabriz rugs, originating from the

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug
Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug

Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug

Located in New York, NY

a 21st century Persian Gabbeh depicting a pigeon Details rug no. j3633 size 1' 10" x 5' 2" (56 x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Signed Persian Shadsar Kashan Rug
Vintage Signed Persian Shadsar Kashan Rug

Vintage Signed Persian Shadsar Kashan Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

, feature balanced compositions. Signed by the esteemed Shadsar, each Persian rug bears a mark of

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Signed Kerman Rug
Zabihi Collection Persian Signed Kerman Rug

Zabihi Collection Persian Signed Kerman Rug

Located in New York, NY

A one of kind signed Persian Kerman Traditional rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Rashid Farrokhi Vintage Kerman Persian Runner Rug  Rug & Kilim
Signed Rashid Farrokhi Vintage Kerman Persian Runner Rug  Rug & Kilim

Signed Rashid Farrokhi Vintage Kerman Persian Runner Rug Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 3x21 vintage Persian runner rug of Kerman provenance is a signed collectible among the rare

Category

Antique 1650s Persian Kilim Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Rashid Farrokhi Vintage Kerman Persian Runner Rug  Rug & Kilim
Signed Rashid Farrokhi Vintage Kerman Persian Runner Rug  Rug & Kilim

Signed Rashid Farrokhi Vintage Kerman Persian Runner Rug Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 3x21 vintage Persian runner rug of Kerman provenance is a signed collectible among the rare

Category

Antique 1650s Persian Kilim Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Signed Rug 4'4" x 4’10”
Antique Persian Tabriz Signed Rug 4'4" x 4’10”

Antique Persian Tabriz Signed Rug 4'4" x 4’10”

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Tabriz Signed Rug 4'4" x 4’10”. The enormous output of carpets and scatters in

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Silk Qum Jamshidi Rug Signed Persian Jamshidi Silk Ghom Rug
Silk Qum Jamshidi Rug Signed Persian Jamshidi Silk Ghom Rug

Silk Qum Jamshidi Rug Signed Persian Jamshidi Silk Ghom Rug

Located in New York, NY

Signed Silk Ghom Jamshidi rare fine authentic silk handmade rug high quality signed soft green 10

Category

Vintage 1950s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Vintage Persian Mashad Signed Rug 9'5'' x 12'2''
Vintage Persian Mashad Signed Rug 9'5'' x 12'2''

Vintage Persian Mashad Signed Rug 9'5'' x 12'2''

Located in New York, NY

The tall, lozengoidal navy medallion has a compound acanthus edge which matches those of the pendants. Crisp cochinral red field with more-or-less detached floral sprays. Near black ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Jewel Toned Signed Oversize Persian Kashan Rug
Zabihi Collection Jewel Toned Signed Oversize Persian Kashan Rug

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

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Romantic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1970s Signed Vintage Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug
1970s Signed Vintage Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug

1970s Signed Vintage Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

78172 Vintage Persian Shirfar Tabriz Rug 08'01 x 12'00. Fashioned by the skilled expertise of Shir

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Persian Signed Sultanabad Carpet
Persian Signed Sultanabad Carpet

Persian Signed Sultanabad Carpet

$5,600Sale Price|20% Off

Persian Signed Sultanabad Carpet

Located in Rio Vista, CA

larger floral and vine motifs. The rug is signed by the weaver in a panel on bottom. The rug has vibrant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Extremely Fine Persian Nain (Signed Habibian) Rug 5'7'' x 9'6''
Extremely Fine Persian Nain (Signed Habibian) Rug 5'7'' x 9'6''

Extremely Fine Persian Nain (Signed Habibian) Rug 5'7'' x 9'6''

Located in New York, NY

Extremely Fine Persian Nain (Signed Habibian) Rug 5'7'' x 9'6''. The rugs of this central Persian

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Fine Persian Silk Qum Signed Jamshidi Rug 4'4'' x 6'11''
Fine Persian Silk Qum Signed Jamshidi Rug 4'4'' x 6'11''

Fine Persian Silk Qum Signed Jamshidi Rug 4'4'' x 6'11''

Located in New York, NY

Fine Persian Silk Qum Signed Jamshidi Rug 4'4'' x 6'11''. This extremely fine all-silk central

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rare Signed Antique Kerman Persian Rug by Aboul Ghasem Kermani
Rare Signed Antique Kerman Persian Rug by Aboul Ghasem Kermani

Rare Signed Antique Kerman Persian Rug by Aboul Ghasem Kermani

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 9×15 antique Persian rug is a rare signature piece from the works of Aboul Ghasem Kermani

Category

Antique 1890s Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Silk and Wool Signed Akbaroff Persian Isfahan Hunting Scene Rug
Antique Silk and Wool Signed Akbaroff Persian Isfahan Hunting Scene Rug

Antique Silk and Wool Signed Akbaroff Persian Isfahan Hunting Scene Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This silk and wool vintage, circa 1970, signed Akbaroff Isfahan rug features an ivory field with an

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Blue Persian Nain 6La Kork Wool and Silk Rug Signed Habibian
Blue Persian Nain 6La Kork Wool and Silk Rug Signed Habibian

Blue Persian Nain 6La Kork Wool and Silk Rug Signed Habibian

By Habibian

Located in Dallas, TX

78774 Signed Habibian Persian Nain Kork Wool and Silk Rug, 05'01 x 06'08. Habibian Nain rugs, named

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Persian Louis XV Persian Rugs

Materials

Kork, Silk

Antique Persian Kermanshah/Laver Carpet, c-1880's, A sign rug
Antique Persian Kermanshah/Laver Carpet, c-1880's, A sign rug

Antique Persian Kermanshah/Laver Carpet, c-1880's, A sign rug

Located in Evanston, IL

Discover the allure of the Kermanshah or Laver Kerman rug, a Southeast Persian treasure that

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Extremely Fine Persian Isfahan Wool and Silk. Signed Saraf Mamoury Rug
Extremely Fine Persian Isfahan Wool and Silk. Signed Saraf Mamoury Rug

Extremely Fine Persian Isfahan Wool and Silk. Signed Saraf Mamoury Rug

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Isfahan rug measures 4'10'' x 7'9''. Signed Sarafian, Isfahan From the top quality Sarafian

Category

Vintage 1940s Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Manchester Kashan, Signed
Antique Persian Manchester Kashan, Signed

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

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Persian Silk Rug in Safavid Style with Garden Party Scene, 0060
Signed Persian Silk Rug in Safavid Style with Garden Party Scene, 0060

Signed Persian Silk Rug in Safavid Style with Garden Party Scene, 0060

Located in Pudsey, GB

Woven from an authentic and original antique Persian rug design, this luxurious silk carpet

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Vintage Persian Gabbeh Signed Geometric Medallions Pure Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Signed Geometric Medallions Pure Wool Hand Knotted Rug

Vintage Persian Gabbeh Signed Geometric Medallions Pure Wool Hand Knotted Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make Exact Rug Size

Category

Vintage 1960s Pakistani Medieval Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Vintage Persian silk Qum signed Jamshidi Rug 3'4'' x 4'11''
Fine Vintage Persian silk Qum signed Jamshidi Rug 3'4'' x 4'11''

Fine Vintage Persian silk Qum signed Jamshidi Rug 3'4'' x 4'11''

Located in New York, NY

This extremely finely woven, densely detailed modern central Persian silk pile scatter shows a

Category

20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Signed by Master Weaver Rug 6'5" x 10’7"
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Signed by Master Weaver Rug 6'5" x 10’7"

Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Signed by Master Weaver Rug 6'5" x 10’7"

Located in New York, NY

Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Signed by Master Weaver Rug 6'5" x 10’7". The enormous output of

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Signed Persian Mashad, circa 1940
Signed Persian Mashad, circa 1940

Signed Persian Mashad, circa 1940

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation. circa 1940 Dimensions: 9'9" x 12'7" Origin: Iran Condition: Excellent Field Color: Red Border Color: Charcoal-Bla...

Category

Vintage 1940s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Signed Persian Kerman Carpet
Antique Signed Persian Kerman Carpet

Antique Signed Persian Kerman Carpet

Located in Closter, NJ

The city and province of Kerman is geographically isolated in the great desert of southern Persia. An industry of both shawl and carpet production has flourished there since the Safa...

Category

Vintage 1930s Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Botanical Persian Pictorial Rug
Botanical Persian Pictorial Rug

Botanical Persian Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th Century Persian Persian Bakhtiari Pictorial signed Prayer rug. Light enough to use as

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Extremely Fine Persian Nain Signed Habibian Wool and Silk Rug 6’ x 9’
Extremely Fine Persian Nain Signed Habibian Wool and Silk Rug 6’ x 9’

Extremely Fine Persian Nain Signed Habibian Wool and Silk Rug 6’ x 9’

Located in New York, NY

Extremely Fine Persian Nain Signed Habibian Wool and Silk Rug 6’ x 9’. The navy ground is decorated

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Fine Antique Persian Lavar Kerman SIgned by Master Weaver Rug 4'6" x 6'8"
Fine Antique Persian Lavar Kerman SIgned by Master Weaver Rug 4'6" x 6'8"

Fine Antique Persian Lavar Kerman SIgned by Master Weaver Rug 4'6" x 6'8"

Located in New York, NY

Fine Antique Persian Lavar Kerman SIgned by Master Weaver Rug 4'6" x 6'8". A trade term applied to

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Signed Persian Tabriz with Abrash, circa 1960
Signed Persian Tabriz with Abrash, circa 1960

Signed Persian Tabriz with Abrash, circa 1960

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand-knotted, abrash wool pile on a cotton foundation. Signed by weaver, circa 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Modern Style
Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Modern Style

Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

61355 Distressed Signed Antique Persian Vase Mashhad Rug, 09'05 x 12'00. This hand-knotted wool

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Vintage Persian Isfahan Carpet with Traditional Style
Signed Vintage Persian Isfahan Carpet with Traditional Style

Signed Vintage Persian Isfahan Carpet with Traditional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

78924 Signed Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug, 03'08 x 05'02. Woven with extraordinary precision and

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, 11'02 x 14'07
Signed Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, 11'02 x 14'07

Signed Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet, 11'02 x 14'07

Located in Dallas, TX

77660 antique Persian Tabriz Village Pictorial rug with signature 11'02 x 14'07. Full of tiny

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Traditional Style
Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Traditional Style

Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Traditional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

61201 Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Rug 11'07 x 16'09. Woven beneath the shadowed domes and

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Qahraman Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, 10'00 x 17'06
Signed Qahraman Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, 10'00 x 17'06

Signed Qahraman Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, 10'00 x 17'06

Located in Dallas, TX

90020 Signed Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug, 10'00 x 17'06. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920's Signed Persian Kermanshah Carpet with Traditional Style
1920's Signed Persian Kermanshah Carpet with Traditional Style

1920's Signed Persian Kermanshah Carpet with Traditional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

78759 Rare Signed Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug, 09'08 x 11'02. A Symphony of Prestige: Signed

Category

Early 20th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Antique Persian Isfahan Rug 9'7'' x 14'1''
Fine Antique Persian Isfahan Rug 9'7'' x 14'1''

Fine Antique Persian Isfahan Rug 9'7'' x 14'1''

Located in New York, NY

signed. Short, velvety pile. A Persian's rug. 

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Art Deco signed by Abdol Mohmmad Amoghli's workshop
Vintage Persian Art Deco signed by Abdol Mohmmad Amoghli's workshop

Vintage Persian Art Deco signed by Abdol Mohmmad Amoghli's workshop

By Abdol Mohammad Amoghli

Located in New York, NY

quality of his rugs. His workshop in Mashhad employed master weavers who used the finest materials, such

Category

Vintage 1960s Persian Art Deco Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Kashan Silk Rug, circa 1970
Signed Kashan Silk Rug, circa 1970

Signed Kashan Silk Rug, circa 1970

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand-knotted silk pile on a cotton foundation. Signed by weaver. Dimensions: 6'6" x 9'11

Category

Vintage 1970s Persian Other Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Fine Tabriz Signed Rug, circa 1960
Fine Tabriz Signed Rug, circa 1960

Fine Tabriz Signed Rug, circa 1960

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation. Signed by weaver, circa 1960 Dimensions: 9'8

Category

Vintage 1960s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Mahal Rug Signed and Dated 1919
Antique Mahal Rug Signed and Dated 1919

Antique Mahal Rug Signed and Dated 1919

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic traditional antique mahal rug featuring a field with triangular corners. The vivid colors

Category

20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

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Signed Persian Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of signed Persian rugs available for sale. The range of distinct signed Persian rugs — often made from fabric, wool and silk — can elevate any home. There are 43 antique and vintage signed Persian rugs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 17 modern editions to choose from as well. Signed Persian rugs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Signed Persian rugs bearing Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Signed Persian rugs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Mehraban Rugs are consistently popular.

How Much are Signed Persian Rugs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $8,225, while they’re typically $293 on the low end and $72,000 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Signed Persian Rugs
  • Nazmiyal
    NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
    A rug that was woven in the Heriz area in Iran.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    An overdyed Persian rug refers to a rug that has been treated with a specific process and wash — it involves bleaching, color saturation and drying. The washed rug is overdyed, which creates deep and rich color that is uneven compared to that of a new rug. This will give it a vintage appearance and it is guaranteed to stand out in any space. Find a collection of antique and vintage rugs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    Persian rugs can be expensive because they are made with the highest quality materials, the cost of which trickles down to the consumer, and because of the long time that it takes to create these majestic works.

    Antique and vintage Persian rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool and silk. These fibers are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Regarded as works of art, carpets and rugs of this kind can take months or years to complete.

    Iran (modern-day Persia) encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity. 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 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.

    The antique and vintage Persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs include Persian tribal rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs and more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Yes, Persian rugs will fade as a result of prolonged sun exposure.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A vintage Persian rug is often a hand-knotted or hand-woven rug that dates from the 1940s to the 1980s. True Persian rugs can only be produced in Iran's middle eastern area. A soft backing is usually included in a genuine Persian rug. Find a wide collection of vintage Persian rugs in various materials on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    Persian rugs are made of the finest materials, including wool, cotton and silk. Authentic Persian rugs are never made with synthetic fibers. 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, carpets and rugs of this kind are made by hand and can take months or years to complete.

    Iran (modern-day Persia) encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity. 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.” 

    The antique and vintage Persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs include Persian tribal rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs and more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What Persian rugs symbolize is largely a matter of personal interpretation and what patterns are present on them. Many traditional motifs have a link to good fortune, while others represent ancient stories, religious tales and myths. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Persian rugs.
  • Nazmiyal
    NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
    It is a rug that was woven in the city of Mashad in Modern day Iran.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Tabriz Persian rug is a type of Persian rug originating from the city of Tabriz, in the north west of Iran. These rugs are known for their short trimmed piles, precise weaves, and bold color usage. Weavers create these rugs using the Turkish knot rather than the Persian knot. A variety of Tabriz Persian rugs can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Both Oriental and Persian rugs are hand knotted on looms. While Oriental rugs are tied with symmetrical Ghiordes knots, Persian rugs are tied using an asymmetrical or Senneh knot. Find a collection of vintage and antique Oriental and Persian rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a Persian rug is authentic, turn it over. Real ones feature hand-knotted crafting, which makes the pattern on the back the same as the one shown on the front. If you find a backing or don't see the print, you likely have a reproduction rug. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Persian rugs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    How much authentic Persian rugs are will depend on rarity, condition, demand and more. The price of Persian rugs on 1stDibs starts at approximately $200 or $220 per rug. Persian rugs can be surprisingly costly partly because they are made with the highest quality materials. The expense of these materials will trickle down to the consumer. The long time that it takes to create these majestic works will also factor into the price.

    Antique and vintage Persian rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool and silk. These fibers are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Regarded as works of art, carpets and rugs of this kind can take months or years to complete.

    Iran (modern-day Persia) encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity. 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 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.

    The antique and vintage Persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs include Persian tribal rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs and more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The difference between Persian and Turkish rugs can be identified through knotting techniques and patterns. Persian rugs are knotted with a single knot, while Turkish rugs employ a double knotting technique. Additionally, Persian rugs typically have more rounded, oriental motifs, whereas Turkish rugs have more geometric designs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Persian rugs that are authentic and hand-knotted are likely to increase in value, but returns to this investment are not expected to be immediate.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The different types of Persian rugs are Tabriz, Heriz, Kashan, Gabbeh, Isfahan, Nain, Mashad, Balouchi, and Qum.

  • Nazmiyal
    NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
    That depends on the size and how fine the rug is.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Persian rugs can last for over 100 years when the correct precautions are taken in maintaining it effectively

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to tell if your Persian rug is real silk is to simply rub the fabric. Silk will get warmer if you rub it, and likely develop a sheen. If neither happens and if the rug feels coarse, then it’s likely not real silk. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of genuine Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To date a Persian rug, first identify the style of the rug. Look for signs of natural wear and any damage that has been repaired. Vegetable dyes, which fade over time, were commonly used before the 20th century. Modern Persian rugs are occasionally bleached to mimic natural aging, but if you examine the colors closely, you'll be able to tell authentic gradual fading from synthetic defined fading. Shop a collection of expertly-vetted Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few red flags you should look for in determining if you have an antique Persian rug. Firstly, check the fringe. Fringes on a Persian rug form from the end of warp yarns, and won’t be sewn on the back. Also check the colors. They should be crisp, with no bleeding of the dyes. Shop a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.