Persian Rugs
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Persian Rugs For Sale
Vintage Persian Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Kilim Rug
Size: 8'0" × 9'6" (243 × 289 cm)
The vintage Persian kilim rug dating back to circa 1955. It was hand woven using the best quality wool blend, which ensured...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Green, with Beige Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10×14 Kilim in Green with Beige accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design: Connoting a modern take on...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 1940s Persian Tabriz Pahlavi 11x16 Red, Teal, & Ivory Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs presents a 1940s Antique Persian Pahlavi Tabriz 11x16 Wool Handmade Rug. Tabriz is a northern city in modern-day Iran and has forever been famous for the fineness an...
Category
1940s Persian Tabriz Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown, with Beige Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 9×13 Kilim in Brown with Beige accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting a modern take ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim, in Teal and Seafoam Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 8x11 Kilim in Teal and Seafoam accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting a modern take ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Whimsical 1960s Qum Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful 1960s Persian Qum rug with a whimsical pictorial pattern containing various deer and birds amidst a landscape of trees-of-life, woven in crimson, light and dark indigo, g...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Serapi Style Bakhtiari - Pink / Navy Tribal Persian Rug
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Delightful Antique Serapi style Bakhtiari
7ft 4 x 5ft
Wonderfully aged Bakhtiari featuring a serapi design done in Bakhtiaris bold simplistic style. Woven near Heriz its easy to s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1890s Multicolor Antique Wool Rug Persian Serapi Featuring a Medallion Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand-knotted wool Persian Serapi rug features a captivating medallion pattern on a beige field, adorned with multiple shades of color.
This rug measures 9'8"x12'10"
Our rugs a...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Geometric Repeated Medallion Ardabil Runner Rug 196
Located in San Diego, CA
This runner is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in north-west of Iran. This city is perhaps as ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this pie...
Category
1960s Persian Tribal Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug, As Is
Located in Evanston, IL
Exquisite Antique Persian Qashqai Rug - A True Masterpiece
Transport yourself to the rich heritage of Persian craftsmanship with this remarkable Antique Qashqai Rug, dating back to ...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1900s Antique Persian Sultanabad Wool Rug In Brown With Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Sultanabad wool rug, which dates back to the 1900s, is skillfully hand-knotted. It displays a brown field with captivating allover patterns in yellow, beige, and rust ac...
Category
20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Silk Foundation Isfahan Rug
Located in Closter, NJ
Designs found in contemporary rugs from Isfahan in central Iran are based on those seen during the Safavid period (1501 - 1736 AD). The most popular pattern has a central circular m...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Silk Foundation Isfahan Pictorial Rug
Located in Closter, NJ
Designs found in contemporary rugs from Isfahan in central Iran are based on those seen during the Safavid period (1501 - 1736 AD). The most popular pattern has a central circular m...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Early 20th Century Shahsevan Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Shahsevan kilim runner with ten multicolored diamond medallions on a natural wool background, surrounded by a wonderful red and indigo zig-zag border.
Category
1930s Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown with Beige Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10×14 Kilim in Brown with Beige accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting a modern take ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s pretty mid century tribal Hamadan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century Hamadan rug with beautiful geometrical design and nice colours with orange, blue and grey, entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation. Some wears due to ag...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Semi Antique - Rust / Pink - Serapi Heriz - Tribal Persian Rug
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Gorgeous Mid 20th Century Heriz
7' 9 x 11'
Beautiful geometric / floral style Serapi rug, that was handwoven by the Ahar tribe of Heriz. Like many Northwestern Persian rugs, this t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Silk Foundation Isfahan Rug
Located in Closter, NJ
Designs found in contemporary rugs from Isfahan in central Iran are based on those seen during the Safavid period (1501 - 1736 AD). The most popular pattern has a central circular m...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Bobyrug’s vintage small seneh Kurdish rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty small seneh rug with beautiful Herati geometrical design and nice colours, entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation
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"Experience the epitome of luxury and cra...
Category
1980s Asian Tabriz Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Malayer Long Runner in Camelhair, Blue, Rust, Navy, Pink
Located in Barrington, IL
Beautiful and rare vintage Persian Malayer camelhair long runner in a unique and unusual large medallion pattern. The design colors in the field include blue, green, pink, and yello...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8' x 11' Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
Transform your space into a dreamy oasis with this Barbie pink 8x11 Persian Sultanabad Rug - the perfect rug to adorn your own dream house. The pink hue serves as a captivating backd...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Kareje Vintage Runner
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the stunning Kareje Runner, a vibrant tapestry of artistry and craftsmanship that will infuse any space with charm and character. With its captivating salmon/rust backgro...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Karaja Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Antique Persian Karaja Rug that originates from Iran in the 1930s! This rug is in near excellent condition considering its rich history and has a beautiful combination of ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Whimsical Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th-century whimsical tribal persian gabbeh rug
rug no. j3787
size 4' 2" x 6'
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Handmade Wool Rug Persian Tabriz With Allover Motif In Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian Tabriz wool rug is handcrafted and features a classic all-over floral pattern on a blue background with shades of orange and light brown.
This rug measures 13'4" x 19'...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Very Fine Antique Persian Kashan Rug (Rare Design)
Located in Gainesville, VA
A very rare Extremely Fine Antique Persian Kashan Rug that originates from Iran in the early 1900s. This rug has an unusual design that isn’t seen very often and makes this rug very ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Pink Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
53910 Distressed Antique Pink Persian Sultanabad Rug, 08'06 x 11'11. Antique-washed Persian Sultanabad rugs are rugs treated with a special washing process to impart an aged and anti...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Very Fine Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
An absolutely stunning Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition and is made from a combination of wool, s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Cotton, Wool
Semi Antique Extremly Fine Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A Magnificent Semi Antique Persian Isfahan Rug that originates from Iran from the mid-20th century. This rug has beautiful color combinations and is in excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Persian Senneh Rug, very fine
Located in Evanston, IL
Discover the Timeless Elegance of Late 19th Century Persian Senneh Rugs
Step into the world of exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty with an enchanting late 19th-century antiq...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Beige Antique Persian Malayer Wool Rug Tribal Motif From The 1900s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Hand-knotted wool antique Malayer rug featuring an all-over design with blue and beige accents on a brown color field.
This rug measures 7'9" X 15'7".
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Category
20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Malayer Gallery Rug L2516
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience the grace and charm of classic Persian elegance with this exquisite Vintage Malayer Gallery Rug. Handcrafted with the finest wool, the warm, time-softened colors of this l...
Category
Early 20th Century West Asian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Tabriz Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Allover repeating main field in delicate vinery, germinating plants, blossomed buds, elongated leaves, and more. Colors and shades include: Powder blue, sand, beige, pale dusty ro...
Category
1960s Persian Tabriz Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful mid-20th century Persian Sarouk rug with a central flower with trailing vines with more large flowers and leaves, surrounded by a complex border with a repeated floral an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Very Fine Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Persian Isfahan Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition and is made from silk&wool! It has a gorgeous design to match the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Distressed Antique Persian Serapi Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78709 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 08'08 x 11'07. Persian Serapi rugs are hand-knotted wool rugs originating from the Heriz village in East Azerbaijan Province, northwest Iran. They a...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Khoy Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Khoy rug with an elaborate all-over mirrored floral pattern with a central flower surrounded by intricate scrolling vines and more flowers, surr...
Category
1930s Persian Tribal Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handmade Rust Wool Rug Antique Persian Tabriz With Allover Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian Tabriz wool rug features a classic all-over floral pattern on a rust background with shades of orange and light blue. The rug is beautifully handcrafted.
This rug measu...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s nice vintage distressed Heriz rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century small heriz rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colours entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation.
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"Exper...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Gorgeous Large Floral Antique Persian Khorassan Rug 10'7" x 15'2"
Located in New York, NY
A Gorgeous Large Floral Antique Persian Khorassan Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: 1920
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Khorassan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mahal Rug, 9'2 x 12'8
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Mahal rug, 9'2 x 12'9. This excellent piece is in great condition and would make a wonderful accent piece to a formal living room, dining room or library. Mahal means...
Category
19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A truly stunning Extremely Fine Persian Silk Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition considering its rich history and has beautiful ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Bobyrug’s pretty antique distressed collectible north western rug fragment
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice antique north western rug fragment with beautiful tribal design and nice natural colours with red, yellow, sky blue and navy blue, entirely hand knotted with wool on wool founda...
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Tribal Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Brown Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer Rug from 2nd quarter of the 20th century with a chocolate brown ground
Rug no. j2550
Size 5'6" x 7'
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition considering its rich history and is made from a combi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Distressed Vintage Soft Blue Persian Malayer Carpet Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
53922 Distressed Vintage Blue Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 03'01 x 09'09. Antique-washed Persian Malayer runners are long, narrow rugs handcrafted in the Malayer region of western Ira...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s distressed mid century Hamadan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Distressed mid century rustic Hamadan rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colours. Entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation.
Important wears
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Kashan Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Antique Persian Kashan Rug that originates from Iran from the early 1900s. This rug is in near excellent condition considering its rich history and is truly gorgeous!
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Mehrivan Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Center medallion with floral petal style contour with rams horn / Samovar style end finials atop a covered field of pomegranate top views, serrated leaves, and floral blossoms. Co...
Category
1960s Persian Other Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Que Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Extremly Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition considering its rich history and has had no repair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Hand Knotted Geometric Repeated Medallion Ardabil 1960 Circa Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This runner is knotted in the province of Azarbayjan in north-west of Iran. This city is perhaps as ancient rug weaving tradition as is the entire rug history. The design in this pie...
Category
1960s Persian Tribal Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown Accents, with Textural Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10×14 Kilim in Brown accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting a modern take on classic p...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim, with Vertical Stripes in Beige and Brown
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 9x12 Kilim, with Vertical Stripes in Beige and Brown, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting a...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Blue Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78763 Antique Navy Blue Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Rug, 03'03 x 03'10. Persian Mohajeran Sarouk rugs are exquisite handwoven creations originating from the Sarouk region of Iran, celeb...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Beautiful Floral Antique Persian Kerman Rug 10'9" x 14'5"
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful Floral Antique Persian Kerman Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: 1880
Category
19th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Semi Antique Persian Tabriz - One of a Kind Design
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Exquisite 50's Persian Tabriz
10' x 13'
Incredibly unique hand crafted master piece from the legendary city of Tabriz. Rugs from this area can range in design, but always feature ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
This antique Tabriz rug is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I through extensive research and travels. Located in northwest Iran, the city of Tabriz was the earliest capital of the Sa...
Category
1920s Persian Tabriz Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Northwest Persian Small Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Small size pillow made from an early 20th century Northwest Persian rug.
Measures: 11'' x 15''
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
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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