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Persian Rugs For Sale
Persian Qom Over Size Rug Circa 1990 - Wool Ivory Pink Yellow 70619
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Qom featuring Over Size Rug in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and IvoryPinkYellow, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Circa 1930 Blue Persian Malayer Hand Knotted Rug
Located in New York, NY
4'3 X 7'6. Rugs from Malayer, east of Hamadan, could be considered top quality Hamadan’s and they share similar structural aspects. The wonderful soft pastel blues of the border cont...
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20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

1920's Antique Persian Bakhtiari Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79169 Distressed Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 07'00 x 10'06. Woven in the heart of the Zagros Mountains by the nomadic Bakhtiari tribes, this hand knotted wool distressed antique P...
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Early 20th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Persian Rugs

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Wool

6'1"x10' New Persian Mahal with Herati Fish Design All Over Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Charcoal Black New Persian Mahal with Herati Fish Design All Over Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been woven for months and months in the cent...
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2010s Persian Medieval Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Green Indian Gabbeh Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78769 Vintage Green Indian Gabbeh Rug, 08'00 x 09'08. Hand-knotted wool Indian Gabbeh rugs are traditional rugs from India, influenced by Persian culture. Crafted by skilled artisans...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Style Isfahan Prayer Rug 4.6' x 6.8', 1900s - 1D85
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Style Isfahan Prayer Rug 4.6’ x 6.8’, 1900s, Good Condition, Wool Bring home a piece of history and elegance with this handmade antique Persian style Isfaha...
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1880s Antique Persian Rugs

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Silk

Handmade Silk Persian Rug Silk Ghom Rug 4x6 Silk Rug Silk Foundation Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Fine natural silk handmade rug bird area rug high kpsi Tapestry quality Silk rug Measures: 3'4" X 5' 6" (4 x 6) 102cm x 168cm "This is a spectacular and rare Exceptionally fine p...
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1970s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs

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Silk

Late 19th Century N.W. Heriz Carpet 14' 8" x 23' 2"
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century N.W. Heriz Carpet, Size: 14' 8" x 23' 2"
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1890s Persian Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Kitten Fish Primitive Beige Blue Persian Flat-Weave
Located in New York, NY
Square scatter size Persian Kilim from the mid-20th century with a blue kitten and head of a fish pictorial motif on a beige field. This was originally belonging to a private Persia...
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20th Century Persian Organic Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique 1930s Persian Tabriz Pahlavi 9x13 Yellow, Red, & Navy Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs presents a 1930s Antique Persian Pahlavi Tabriz 9x13 Wool Handmade Rug. Tabriz is a northern city in modern-day Iran and has forever been famous for the fineness and...
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1930s Persian Tabriz Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Persian Isfahan Over Size Rug - Wool Blue Ivory Red Design - 88001
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Isfahan featuring Over Size Rug in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and BlueIvoryRed, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
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20th Century Iraqi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Tabriz Rug Non-Insert Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th-century Persian Tabriz rug. The insert is NOT provided Measures: 16'' x 16".
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20th Century American Classical Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Throw size Persian Karadja Heriz rug with a soft denim blue field with other rustic colors. Measures: 3'4'' x 4'3'.
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Room Size Antique Persian Tabriz Wool Rug In Blue with Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Discover the charm of this exquisite antique Tabriz rug, meticulously hand-knotted from luxurious distressed wool. Its stunning blue background serves as the perfect canvas for a cap...
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Late 19th Century Persian Islamic Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Red Antique Persian Kerman 300 KPSI Hand Knotted Wool Squarish Rug 11'8"x13'2"
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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1930s Persian Medieval Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

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 overall design of mounted hunting figures, paired animals and animals hunting each...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Early 19th Century Antique Bidjar Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 19th-late 18th century antique Persian Bidjar carpet. The culmination of a centuries-old weaving tradition, the finest Bidjar antique rugs...
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Early 19th Century Persian Agra Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Small Geometric Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th century scatter size persian Heriz rug featuring an all-over small paisley pattern Details rug no. j3487 size 2' 11" x 5' 4" (89 x 163 cm) With distinctive large scal...
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20th Century Tudor Persian Rugs

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Wool

Djoharian Collection Antique Caucasian Kazak Cherlabend Design Rug from Karaja
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Djoharian Collection Antique Caucasian Kazak Cherlabend Design Rug from Karaja Beautiful rug with traditional Caucasian design. THIS BEAUTIFUL MEDIUM SIZE RUG WAS KNOTTED USING FINE...
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1940s Azerbaijani Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug with Cream and Brown Geometric Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 3x5 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This vintage Gabbeh r...
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1950s Persian Tribal Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

6'5"x9'7" Terracotta Red Vintage Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Terracotta Red, Vintage Persian Heriz with Geometric Medallion Design, Even Wear, Cropped Thin, Good Condition, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Orient...
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1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Belouch with Red Brown Field with Floral Ashik Design
Located in New York, NY
Eight offset rows of ashik-headed flowers with dense stem decorations, fill the red-brown field. Light blue minor borders edge a broad central stripe in brownish salmon-buff with a d...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Palace Size Antique Senneh Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent palace size early 20th century Persian Bakhtiari rug from the early 20th century. Large scale all-over design on a dark brown and navy blue ground with lobed diamond sh...
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Early 20th Century Persian Black Forest Persian Rugs

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Wool

1920s Persian Bakhtiari Wool Rug Handmade With Multicolor Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a beautiful Antique Bakhtiari hand-knotted wool rug featuring a red-rust color field. It showcases a classic Persian design with blue, beige, and peach floral colors. This r...
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Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bidjar
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century oversize Persian Bidjar rug with an all-over design on a striated gray field, earth tone accents Measures: 11' x 18'3''.  
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1920s Persian Romantic Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Isfahan Rug with Golden Field and Floral Details, circa 1910s
Located in Dallas, TX
Large antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pet...
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1910s Persian Other Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Red Kashan Carpet, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
The red or blue contemporaneous Sarouk palette is reflected in this outstanding large and top condition central Persian town carpet of English-spun wool The red field with colored ba...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Small Rug
By King
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century traditional Persian Sarouk small rug Measures: 2' x 3'11”. .
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Early 20th Century Persian Empire Revival Persian Rugs

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Wool

Peach Khaki Antique Sultanabad Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from antique 19th Persian Mahal Sultanabad rug with cotton back. Measures: 16" x 19".
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19th Century Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool, Foam

Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, circa 1890s
Located in New York, NY
A rare west Persian Sultanabad carpet with a round, many pointed medallion, on a straw field with en suite light blue diagonal supporting cartouches. The sky blue border presents in-...
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1890s Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Karabakh Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and commanding piece of textile history, this early 20th-century Azerbaijani pictorial Karabakh rug is a masterwork of both symbolism and craftsmanship. At its heart, a striki...
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1940s Azerbaijani Sarouk Farahan Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Serapi Rug with Medium Blue Field and Small Rosettes
Located in New York, NY
The abrashed light/medium blue field shows a densely stepped red sub-field centred by a bold, minutely stepped medallion, enclosing bold, geometric split leaves and a navy cartouche ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Dark Blue Antique Persian Serapi Handmade Allover Motif Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Antique Serapi hand-knotted wool rug with a dark blue field. This Persian rug has a red frame and multi-color accents in a gorgeous all-over geometric floral design. Thi...
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1890s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Oversized Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 16'04 x 22'05
Located in Dallas, TX
74044 Oversized Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 16'04 x 22'05. This magnificent hand-knotted wool antique Persian Serapi rug epitomizes the grandeur and elegance of 19th-century Persian artistry. Its breathtakingly abrashed red field serves as the perfect backdrop for a concentric octofoil medallion, exuding an air of regal sophistication. The central medallion is anchored by graceful palmette pendants at each end, evoking a sense of symmetry and refinement that is characteristic of classic Serapi designs. As the medallion blooms outward, the richly detailed pattern draws the viewer's eye to the interplay of vibrant colors and meticulous details that unfold throughout the field. Surrounding the medallion is an enchanting array of geometric floral motifs, delicately arranged in a rhythmic pattern. Each element—serrated leaves, stylized florals, rectilinear vinery, buds, and rosettes—adds to the complexity of the design, while the use of bold and contrasting hues creates a visually captivating tapestry. The corner spandrels, reflecting the motifs within the main field, are outlined with elegant cloudband accents, adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the composition. The interplay of colors, from the deep indigo blues to the rich reds and beige highlights, showcases the weaver’s mastery of natural dyes and nuanced color gradations. Framing this harmonious design is a classic samovar turtle scroll border, a hallmark of fine Serapi rugs. This traditional border, with its stylized florals and curling vinery, is flanked by a double inner and outer carnation meander guard band that unifies the composition. The elegant framing not only defines the central field but also draws the colors and motifs from within, creating a seamless transition that enhances the overall sense of balance and harmony. The meticulous detailing and proportionate layout reflect the influence of both tribal and courtly weaving traditions, making this oversized antique Serapi rug a rare blend of sophistication and rustic charm. Steeped in history, this exquisite Serapi rug is more than just a decorative piece—it is a testament to the rich weaving heritage of Northwest Persia. Such oversized Serapi rugs were woven for grand interiors, gracing the floors of opulent residences and state buildings with their majestic presence. The rug’s exceptional artistry and luxurious appeal make it a true collector’s item, capturing the essence of Persian elegance and timeless beauty. Whether displayed as the focal point of a grand living space or as a statement piece in a hospitality setting, this masterpiece exudes an undeniable sense of history and artistic mastery. Rendered in variegated shades of brick red, ruby red, crimson, in +blue, navy blue, cerulean, royal blue, beige, sand, tan, ecru, taupe, dark rose, and sky blue with other accent colors. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Iran (Persia). Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 16 x 22 Rug...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Red Wool Rug Handmade With Medallion Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Explore the exquisite charm of this antique Persian Heriz wool rug. Featuring a captivating multicolor medallion design, it infuses vibrancy into a rich, deep blue and red background...
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Worn Persian Large SquareTribal Shiraz Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th-century rare room square-size worn tribal Shiraz rug Details rug no. j4201 size 11' 1" x 13' 5" (338 x 409 cm)
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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Circa 1940 Blue Lightly Distressed Malayer Hand Knotted Rug 3' X 5'
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Circa 1940 Blue Lightly Distressed Malayer Hand Knotted Rug 3' X 5'. Rugs from Malayer, east of Hamadan, could be considered top quality Hamadan’s and they share similar stru...
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20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug in Red and Gold with Floral Patterns Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool originating circa 1900-1910, this 9x12 antique Persian rug of Tabriz provenance is a rare and exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Mu...
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Early 1900s Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Blue Animal Pictorial Antique Persian Tabriz Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century room size Persian Tabriz Formal rug. A sky blue field , ivory border with predominant accents in chocolate brown, pink and khaki. You can find various animals t...
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20th Century Persian American Classical Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century 26'X42' Palace Sized Antique Laristan Wool Handmade Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs presents an original 26'X42" Antique Laristan Palace Rug circa 1910. This rug was custom-made for the Penn Mutual Life Insurance Corp. in 1910 the construction of the...
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1910s Indian Agra Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Navy Blue Field Antique Persian Fine Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century navy field Sarouk Ferehan Rug Details rug no. j4270 size 8' 6" x 11' 10" (259 x 361 cm)
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Late 19th Century Persian Agra Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Rug
Located in New York, NY
An absolutely exquisite rare size 19th century antique bold Persian Serapi rug. 14'3'' x 18'10'' The finest antique Persian Serapis are ge...
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1870s Persian Serapi Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s pretty vintage Hamadan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century rustic Hamadan rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colours with red, blue, navy blue, and orange, entirely hand knotted by wool on cotton foundation Sm...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Pre-1900 Antique Lavar Kerman Rug Antique Persian Rug Persian Lavar Purple
Located in New York, NY
1890 Antique Lavar Rug Handmade Oriental Rug Authentic Rug 9x12 Oriental Rug 267cm x 346cm Circa 1890 "This is an exceptional rare, handmade...
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1890s Persian Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

"Tree of Life" Large Antique Persian Kerman
Located in Dallas, TX
Tree of life rugs, also known as tree rugs earn distinction as a representation of one of the most timeless religious symbols of human life, its use preceding Christianity and Islam....
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Mid-20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs

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Wool

1850s Antique Persian Ziegler Sultanabad 12x15 Orange, Blue, & Ivory Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
We present a beautiful Antique Persian Ziegler Sultanabad 12x15 Orange, Blue, & Ivory Handmade Area Rug #9902456. Ziegler Sultanabad carpets are classics in...
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1850s Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Afghanistan Sparta Area Rugs Circa 1910 - Wool Ivory Red Yellow 71847
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Sparta featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and IvoryRedYellow, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
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20th Century Afghan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Decorative Oversize Gray Blue Persian Bibikabad Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Bibikabad rug with a striking gray blue field and soft red border. Accents in brown, silver and ivory. Measures: 10'7" x 17'1". Bibikabad rugs com...
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Early 20th Century Persian Agra Persian Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Khorassan Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52678 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Khorassan Rug, 12'07 x 14'03. Like a timeworn manuscript revealing the whispers of history, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persian ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Khorassan Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Pea Green Vintage Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Intermediate-size mid 20th Century Tabriz rug in Pea Green Details rug no. 9156 size 5' 8" x 7' 11" (173 x 241 cm) rug type Tabriz
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Early 20th Century American Classical Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s pretty antique Kirman lavar rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Kirman Lavar rug with beautiful floral design and nice natural colours, entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundat...
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Late 19th Century Asian Kirman Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Vintage Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice Transylvanian 20th century rug with beautiful patterns and blue field colors, very decorative, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundations. ✨✨✨ "Experience the...
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Mid-20th Century Moldovan Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Persian Serapi Oversize Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Serapi. Rare all-over navy blue field with terracotta/coral border.
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19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

2'7"x9'10" Pink Overdyed Vintage Persian Hamadan Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Rose Pink, Overdyed Vintage Persian Hamadan with Geometric Pattern, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Stone Washed, Distressed, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, ...
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1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

20th Century Antique Oversize Persian Tabriz Rug with Colorful Floral Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Tabriz weaving featuring ...
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20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Fine Antique Persian Farahan Sarouk Carpet, Red Outer Field, Amazing Rich Colors
Located in New York, NY
This palace-sized west Persian finely woven village carpet shows a crisp ruby-red field, cerulean blue medallion and ivory corners, all with small both detailing everywhere. Dark blu...
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Early 1900s Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful antique Persian Heriz Serapi rug . Ivory field , soft brown borders with predominant accents in blue grey & terracotta. T...
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Early 20th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

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Wool

1960's Seirafian Ivory Persian Isfahan Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78780 Signed Vintage Ivory Persian Isfahan Rug, 06'09 x 10'06. In the heart of Persian artistry lies this exquisite hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Isfahan rug, a testament to the...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique and Vintage Persian Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs: Persian Tribal Rugs, Handmade Silk Persian Rugs and More

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.

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