Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. This rug has a wonderfully soft central filed, filled with floral designs surrounding a central medallion in soft blues that extends into the ...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A wonderful design to this vintage 1940s Kerman rug, the central ivory field enclosing a soft blue floral themed medallion surrounded by swirl...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A Classic look to this Kerman rug with a soft ivory field with a central floral medallion surrounded by a main border repeating the colors and...
Wool
Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'6 x 19'5.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. This attractive oversized Kerman has an ivory ground enclosing a central floral design in soft pastel blues and greens with the floral theme ...
Wool
Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 9'9 x 20'1.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The soft ivory ground is the setting for this picturesque rug with a central medallion which blue colors and style is repeated in the...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A vintage Kerman rug with the field filled with diamond designs each having a different flower-patterned interior all surrounded by a main bor...
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Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 13' x 24'6.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A subtle combination of soft pastel colors in this oversize Kerman rug helps create a muted and balanced look, the ivory field enclosing a cen...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'8 x 20'5.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A large oversized Kerman rug with a soft yet imposing design, the ivory field gives the rug a sense of lightness and serenity that is compleme...
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Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 15'1 x 22'6.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A traditional Kerman design has been used for this oversize rug with a soft and gentle look. The ivory ground is enclosing a medallio...
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$961 / set
W 32.29 in L 51.19 in
Vintage Lahore Kashmir Wool Rug Pair of Bedside Rugs Blue Green Turquoise Beige
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A beautiful pair of vintage Lahore Kashmir bedside rugs in blue green turquoise beige, hand knotted wool and silk. Construction This pair of bedside rugs has a pile made of fine sp...
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Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 14'3 x 19'6.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Kerman rug circa 1940. This palace size Kerman rug has a delightful ivory field with a central medallion in soft blues that are repeated in the borders and has created a rug ...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The astonishing detail in this rug is a testament to the master weavers who created the piece. The central red ground bursting with superb flo...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A traditional Kerman design where the border and the main field seem to blend in to one light and airy design complimented by the soft ivories...
Wool
$14,080
W 128 in L 230 in
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Vintage Persian Kerman Ivory / Blue Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman Ivory / Blue, circa 1940. A Classic look to this oversize Kerman rug with a soft ivory field filled with floral designs and incorporating a central design repe...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A Classic look to this Kerman rug with a soft ivory field with a central floral medallion surrounded by a main border repeating the colors and...
Wool
Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 12'1 x 20'4.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A wonderful composition to this rug with the soft green field both enclosing and surrounded by floral designs in soft gentle rose and blues to...
Wool
$23,840
W 188 in L 270 in
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Vintage Persian Kerman Ivory / Blue Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Ivory / Blue Rug, circa 1940. The soft ivory ground is the setting for this picturesque rug with a central medallion which blue colors and style is re...
Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The ivory field containing soft floral designs all enclosed within a gentle rose and green swirling border to complete this gentle picture and...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The soft blue ground of this Kerman rug is the setting for wonderful floral designs both in the central medallion the frame of the main field ...
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Vintage Persian Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'10 x 23'5.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian oversize Kerman rug circa 1940.This attractive oversized Kerman has an ivory ground enclosing a central floral design in soft pastel blues with the floral theme surro...
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Vintage Squarish Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage squarish Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A hard to find squarish size this Kerman has a light and airy feel to it with the ivory border and soft colors of the medallion and b...
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Vintage Persian Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'1 x 25'6.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. The soft blue field on which has been placed an elaborate medallion design and bounded by repeating floral patterns is then enclosed ...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The soft ivory ground is the setting for this picturesque rug with a central medallion which blue colors and style is repeated in the borders ...
Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 12' x 19'.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A Classic look to this oversize Kerman rug with a soft ivory field incorporating a central design which is repeated around the sides and borde...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The pattern and detail in this rug is quite remarkable and a true testament to the skill and art of the weavers. The bold red central diamond ...
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Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'8 x 26'4.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. This palace size Kerman rug has a delightful ivory field with a central medallion in soft blues that are repeated in the borders and ...
Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. This rug is truly a work of art, on a green field there is an intricate floral design consisting of a central medallion surrounded by large le...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The soft blue field on which has been placed an elaborate medallion design and bounded by repeating floral patterns is then enclosed by a main...
Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. On a wonderful soft green ground is an intricate floral central medallion which is repeated in the borders to create this rug of subtle distin...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. With an ivory ground and soft pastel blue border this rug exudes a sense of style and relaxation with the floral composition adding that final...
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Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 12'7 x 20'.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A classic look to this oversize Kerman rug with a soft ivory field incorporating a central design which is repeated around the sides and borde...
Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A soft and gentle design on an ivory field which blends into the border to create this large handwoven Kerman rug from Persia. Size: 11'5 x 20...
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Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'10 x 21'
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. This attractive oversized Kerman has an ivory ground enclosing a central floral design in soft pastel blues and greens with the floral theme ...
Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. This impressive looking rug has a rich and artfully created design that details elements of style and craftsmanship that is quite remarkable. ...
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Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'10 x 20'
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. The wonderful design and detail in this rug truly highlights the skill of the weavers in creating this work of art. The field is overflowing w...
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Handwoven Luxury Vintage Persian Kerman Ivory / Green Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
On an ivory field the central floral design surrounded by repeating patterns is enclosed within a soft green border to create a calm feel that will fit into many vintage Persian Kerm...
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Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'7 x 24'3.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. This rug is a true work of art the amount of detail woven into this piece is quite amazing from the ivory ground filled to profusion with flow...
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Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 12' x 17'11.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A Classic look to this oversize Kerman rug with a soft ivory field incorporating a central design which is repeated around the sides and borde...
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Distressed Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
60994 Distressed Vintage Persian Isfahan rug 06'10 x 09'09. Rendered in variegated shades of tan, sand, ecru, cerulean, Aegean, camel, teal green, verdigris, latte, and brown with o...
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Distressed Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
60996 Distressed Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug 06'10 x 09'10. Rendered in variegated shades of tan, sand, ecru, cerulean, Aegean, camel, teal green, verdigris, latte, and brown with...
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Midcentury Handmade Persian Yazd Large Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Yazd large size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 10' 10" x 15' 3".
Wool
$2,239Sale Price|20% Off
W 42 in L 61 in
Vintage Persian Mahal Rug with Rustic Romantic Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77598 vintage Persian Mahal rug with rustic Romantic Traditional style. Traditional style and rustic sensibility with romantic connotations, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Ma...
Wool
$7,999Sale Price|20% Off
W 115 in L 159 in
The Celestial Whisper: A Vintage Persian Kerman Masterpiece of Serene Nobility
Located in Dallas, TX
53393 Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, 09'07 x 13'03. There is an undeniable refinement in this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Kerman rug—an elegance expressed through restraint, nuanc...
Wool
Beautiful Vintage Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice and beautiful late 20th century Indian Punjab rug with a floral Kerman design and beautiful colors, finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
W 52 in L 77 in
Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Modern Rustic English Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77515 distressed antique Persian Kerman rug with Modern Rustic English style. With its perfectly worn-in charm and rustic sensibility, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persi...
Wool
Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 12'2 x 17'10.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. This attractive oversized Kerman has an ivory ground enclosing a central floral design in soft pastel blues with the floral theme surrounding...
Wool
Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 10'10 x 18'7.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. A delightful color combination of soft pastel shades is incorporated in this Kerman rug with the soft blue field enclosing a central medallio...
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Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'4 x 19'9.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. This dramatic looking oversize Kerman has a central soft plum field containing a floral design medallion all enwrapped within a soft blue and...
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Vintage Kerman Rug, circa 1940 11'7 x 16'8.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. A large Kerman rug with the central red field having both within a medallion in greens and outside green swirls filled with detailed flower d...
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Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 13'11 x 20'4.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. This attractive oversized Kerman has an ivory ground enclosing a central floral design in soft pastel blues with the floral theme surrounding...
Wool
Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 10'9 x 21'3.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. An oversize Kerman rug with a design typical to this area the central ivory field enclosing a floral medallion in soft pastel shades of rose ...
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Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 10'8 x 17'.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. This attractive oversized Kerman has an ivory ground enclosing a central floral design in soft pastel blues with a floral theme surrounding t...
Wool
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
W 120 in L 169 in
The Elegant Rococo Bloom: Vintage Persian Kerman Masterpiece of Prestige
Located in Dallas, TX
74921 Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, 10'00 x 14'01. Woven in the celebrated workshops of Kerman, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian rug is an opulent testament to the artistry that ...
Wool
Vintage Indian Lahore Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indian Lahore carpet from the mid-20th century.
Wool
$1,999Sale Price|20% Off
W 29 in L 139 in
Golden Grandeur: Vintage Persian Kerman Runner of Timeless Nobility
Located in Dallas, TX
71661 Vintage Neutral Persian Rug Runner, 02’05 x 11’07. A refined expression of Persian artistry, this vintage hand-knotted wool Kerman runner embodies the grace and grandeur of a w...
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Midcentury Kerman Runner
Located in New York, NY
This ivory ground SE Persian city runner displays a detached flower spray pattern in light blue, sienna brown, pistachio, buff, salmon and tan, all within a same-colored broken borde...
Wool
$7,999Sale Price|20% Off
W 124 in L 201 in
The Connoisseur’s Treasure: Vintage Persian Kasvin Hamadan Masterpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
76540 Vintage Persian Kasvin Hamadan Rug, 10’04 x 16’09. A rare testament to Persian artistry, this hand-knotted wool vintage Kasvin Hamadan rug in the esteemed Kerman style embodies...
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Antique and vintage Kirman rugs and carpets are named for the southern Iranian city that has been a renowned major center of high-quality carpet production since the 16th century. These furnishings are considered works of art and are celebrated for their fine craftsmanship, sumptuous colors and durability.
This type of Persian carpet is sometimes spelled Kerman, like its place of origin, the capital of the Western Asian country’s Kerman Province. Iran encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity.
The different types of Persian carpets are named for the towns, villages and regions where they’re made. Kirman rugs, carpets, wall hangings and other textiles have long been popular with international audiences, including in the early 20th century when they were marketed as Kermanshah carpets. Compared to other Persian rugs, Kirman examples are known for being vividly colored with natural dyes and characterized by a diverse variety of patterns, ranging from arabesques embedded with floral touches and details like deer and lions to overlapping cartouches in a broad palette of rich hues.
Others feature an ornate central medallion, vase shapes, rows of shrubs or a flourishing tree of life created through an asymmetrical knotting technique so that the wool pile on cotton is “double warped.” Some of the more elaborate carpets commissioned from the Kirman workshops in the 18th and 19th centuries included large-scale naturalistic scenes based on European paintings or Gobelin tapestries.
The major workshops of Kerman informed weaving in nearby rural areas such as those created by the Afshar tribe. The international popularity of Kirman carpets, meanwhile, inspired designers across the globe, such as William Morris in England. A leading designer of the Arts and Crafts movement, Morris revived historical techniques such as printed fabrics in the furnishings he created. He owned Kirman carpets and used them as a source for his work.
Both vintage and contemporary rugs influenced by Kirman designs remain in demand for their lavish palette and distinctive patterns. In 2013, a 17th-century Kirman carpet was sold at a Sotheby’s auction for an astounding $33.8 million.
Find a range of antique Kirman rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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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