Persian Rugs





1920s Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
1960s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
1870s Persian Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
20th Century Asian Malayer Persian Rugs
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs
Wool
1950s Asian Tabriz Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs
Silk
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Silk
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
1930s Central Asian Khotan Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Wool, Silk
Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs
Wool, Silk
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Wool
1910s Azerbaijani Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Khorassan Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Wool, Silk
Early 1900s Persian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Wool, Silk
Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Wool
1920s Persian Sultanabad Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 1900s Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Wool
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
1950s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
2010s Afghan Oushak Persian Rugs
Wool
1880s Persian Other Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 1900s Persian Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Persian Rugs
Wool
1930s Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Persian Rugs
Wool
1960s Persian Medieval Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
1950s Persian Kilim Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Wool, Cotton
1920s Persian Kashan Vintage Persian Rugs
Silk
20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Wool
20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Wool
20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Wool
1940s Persian Kirman Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Asian Kilim Persian Rugs
Wool
1890s Persian Antique Persian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Persian Rugs
Wool
1910s Persian Tribal Vintage Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century American Tabriz Persian Rugs
Wool
Vintage Persian Rugs and Carpets
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
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. Although this 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.
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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