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Persian Rugs For Sale
Zabihi Collection Camel Color Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
a late 19th century Persian Bidjar Rug in cool mellow camel and peach tones
Details
rug no. j4110
size 8' x 12' (244 x 366 cm)
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Adirondack Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkey Sultanabad Area Rugs - Design - 99107
Located in Dallas, TX
Grand Hand-Knotted Turkish Sultanabad Area Rug in Serene Blue-Green
Immerse your home in timeless artistry with this magnificent hand-knotted Turkish Sultanabad area rug. Its excepti...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$37,253 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Persian Kerman laver Carpet, circa 1920s, 8'8" x 14'9"
Located in Evanston, IL
Depict with bids of happiness the peacock.
Kirman was a very important antique rug weaving centre dating from the Golden Age of Persian culture under the Safavid dynasty in the 16th century, on a par with Tabriz and Kashan in esteem. The color palette of Laver Kirman...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$11,599 Sale Price
30% Off
2'5"x9'10" Overdyed Pink Northwest Persian Hand Knotted Wool Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Punch Pink, Overdyed Northwest Persian with Armenian Inspired Caucasian Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Shaved Down, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Good Condition...
Category
1960s Persian Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$608 Sale Price
20% Off
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Kirman handmade wool rug
Size: 11'9" × 19'4" (358 × 589 cm).
An early 20th century antique Southeast Persian Kirman rug, this stunning piece features an extravag...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kashan Dabir Oriental Carpet, with Medallion & Soft Colors
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Dabir oriental carpet, in room size.
An extraordinary antique Persian Kashan Dabir carpet, circa 1910, size 11' 7" x 9' 0". This i...
Category
1910s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$12,796 Sale Price
20% Off
8'x9'4" Gray Vintage Persian Heriz with Abrash Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pastel Gray, Vintage Persian Heriz with Distinct Abrash, Unique Patches, Stone Washed, Worn and Distressed, Sheared Low, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, 100% Wool, Hand Knotte...
Category
1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,091 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An energetic and rough allover Harshang (“crab”) design of ragged round palmettes, a central column of torn palmettes and tilted, pointed ovals, decorates the abrashed rust field of ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century N.W. Persian Serab Carpet ( 10'6" x 17'6" - 320 x 533 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century N.W. Persian Serab Carpet ( 10'6" x 17'6" - 320 x 533 )
Category
1880s Persian Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rust Red Hand Knotted Heriz Re-Creation Wool Square Oriental Rug 9'10" x 10'2"
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...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$5,249 Sale Price
20% Off
Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Isfahan rug has wool and silk pile on silk foundation with an excellent condition. The color combination and design in this rug is absolutely outstanding, the ...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
$7,800
Persian Malayer Runner Rug - Wool Brown Ivory Design - 97540
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Malayer featuring Runner Rug in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and BrownIvory, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Iraqi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
A Breathtaking Rare 17th Century Large Antique Persian Isfahan Rug 12'3" x 16'
Located in New York, NY
A Breathtaking Rare 17th Century Large Antique Persian Isfahan Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Antique Persian Rugs, Circa Date: 17th Century
Category
17th Century Persian Other Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Antique Serapi Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful 1890s Serapi rug with a rust field and beige and black accent with an all over geometric medallion design.
This rug measures 9' 10" x 16'
circa 1890s.
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkey Oushak Over Size Rug Circa 1910 - Wool Green Pink Red Design - 99578
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkey Oushak Over Size Rug : A Masterpiece of Turkish Transitional Art
This magnificent, oversized area rug is a captivating piece of history and a superb example of the artistry fr...
Category
20th Century Turkish Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$75,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Veece Small Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Veece small room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 7' 5" x 11' 1".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
2'x12'9" Aqua Blue Overdyed Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Aqua Blue, Overdyed Vintage Persian Tabriz, Worn and Distressed, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Sheared Low, Hand Knotted, Fragment, 100% Wool, Narrow Runner, Oriental Rug
Pr...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$222 Sale Price
25% Off
Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Botanic Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized antique Persian Kirman botanic handmade wool rug
Size: 14'7" × 26'0" (444 × 792 cm)
One of the most exceptional example of early 20th century Persian Kirman (Kerman) antiqu...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Heriz carpet from the mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$12,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Kerman Lavar Persian Rug, Extra-Long Runner with Florals - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool circa 1890-1900, this 3x18 antique Kerman Lavar extra long runner rug is an extremely rare and exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curations of this ce...
Category
1890s Persian Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handknotted Modern Organic Persian Rug in Neutral Cream and Brown, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This handknotted modern organic Persian rug in neutral cream and brown, measuring 3' x 5', is a celebration of simplicity and artisanal craftsmanship. The rug’s simple yet refined te...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Organic Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Farahan Rug, 08'08 x 11'04
Located in Dallas, TX
74980 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Farahan Rug, 08'08 x 11'04. This hand-knotted wool Late 19th Century antique Persian Farahan rug is a captivating testament to the artistry an...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Shiraz Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Shiraz accent rug handmade during the Mid-20th century.
Measures: 4' 10" x 8' 4"
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'x12'3" Pistachio Green Abstract with Galaxy Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pistachio Green with Beige, Persian Knot, Abstract with Galaxy Design, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inche...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$5,386 Sale Price
20% Off
Goldenrod Vintage Donegal Arts & Crafts Style Handmade Wool Rug by Apadana
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage beautiful Art & Crafts style hand-knotted wool rug with the goldenrod color field. This Persian rug has an orange frame with multi-color...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Arts and Crafts Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Traditional Oriental Inspired Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Traditional Oriental Inspired wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 12'9" × 18'5" (388 × 561 cm)
This contemporary rug was modeled on the fabulous carpets from Tabriz. Being pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'1"x10'8" Blush Red Vintage Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Blush Red, Vintage Persian Heriz with Geometric Medallion Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Even Wear, Cropped Thin, Good Condition, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Oriental Ru...
Category
1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,414 Sale Price
20% Off
11'3"x14'5" Crimson Red Antique Persian Bijar Garus Clean Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Crimson Red, Antique Persian Bijar Garus, Even Wear, Clean, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Oversized, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No ...
Category
1910s Persian Medieval Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$15,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Brown Antique Malayer Wool Runner Handmade With Floral Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This beautiful 20th-century Malayer hand-knotted wool rug has a brown color field. It features stunning multicolor accents in a gorgeous floral pattern.
This rug measures 3'1" x 12'...
Category
20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Karadja Small Rug
Located in New York, NY
a small size early 20th century Heriz Karadja Rug
Details
rug no. j4479
size 3' x 4' 7" (91 x 140 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Chippendale Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Shiraz Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Shiraz Kilim runner with all-over multi-colored diamond and geometric pattern surrounded by a complementary geometric border.
Category
1930s Kilim Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,890 Sale Price
30% Off
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Persia, ca. 1880
Measures: 17'9" x 12'11" (541 x 394 cm)
Handwoven.
Category
1880s Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Tabriz Mat Rug 2' x 2' 1950s - 1C1149
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This handmade vintage Persian Tabriz mat rug from the 1950s is a stunning example of traditional Persian artistry, featuring an intricate floral and medallion design in natural shade...
Category
1950s Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$218 Sale Price
60% Off
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Kirman midnight blue handmade wool rug
Size: 11'0" × 19'0" (335 × 579 cm)
An early 20th century Persian Kirman (Kerman) antique rug, the striated midnight blue f...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Afshar accent rug handmade during the Mid-20th century.
Measures: 5' 4" x 7' 2"
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Distressed Overdyed Tabriz Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
A vintage distressed overdyed Tabriz rug with an all-over design. This rug measures 10'0" x 13'5".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a champagne colored field surrounded by a contrasting champagne colored border, and both overlaid with indigo and pink cherry...
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,155 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Persian Heriz in Geometric Pattern in Red, Navy, Ivory, French Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
This vintage Persian Heriz rug from the second quarter of the 20th century is a stunning room-size piece that exemplifies the geometric elegance and bold color palette characteristic of Heriz weavings. The rug features a rich red field that provides a vibrant backdrop for a striking central medallion in shades of light and dark blue, accented by creamy ivory tones that add balance and luminosity.
Ivory corner spandrels offer contrast and delicacy, adorned with charming geometric motifs and branching forms in red, green, blue, and soft pink. The deep navy blue border frames the entire composition with a strong architectural presence, enhancing the rug's structural clarity. Handwoven with a full wool pile and preserved in excellent condition, this Heriz rug is ideal for designers and collectors seeking an authentic, colorful, and well-balanced statement piece.
Dimensions: 8’ 2” x 10’ 5”
Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Persia
Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation
Condition: Wear consistent with age and use
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1094
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Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Tabriz Wool Rug With Allover Floral In Golden Color
Located in Norwalk, CT
1920's Persian Tabriz wool rug, handcrafted, showcases a traditional floral pattern. The contrast between the golden backdrop and the bold blue and brown emphasizes the design.
This...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique KirmanShah/Laver Kirman Persian carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning and gorgeous antique Kermanshah/Laver Kirman carpet, originating from Iran in the late 19th century. This exceptional piece showcases the timeless elegance and intricate c...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Handmade Antique Persian Bidjar Rug 4.3' x 6.7', 1920s - 1N55
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite handmade antique Persian Bidjar rug from the 1920s is a stunning testament to traditional craftsmanship and timeless design. Measuring 4.3 ft x 6.7 ft (130 cm x 205 cm...
Category
1920s Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Malayer accent rug handmade during the Mid-20th century.
Measures: 5' 0" x 6' 7"
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Ziegler Sultanabad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Persia ca. 1890
Measures: 16'3" x 13'3" (495 x 404 cm)
Commissioned by Shah Abus for Persian Courts.
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Exceptional Qum Silk Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This large, very finely woven, urban silk shows a navy scalloped ogival medallion, with a conforming ivory sub-medallion, set on a salmon-red field carefully decorated by a four sect...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$100,000
Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Antique North Indian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Antique North Indian Rug
Size: 16'5" × 27'0" (500 × 822 cm)
This breathtaking oversized antique North Indian rug, woven circa 1920, is a masterclass in refined artistry and...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A triple hooked ecru lozenge pole medallion is surrounded by rosettes on the rust-colored triple pointed, stepped, and tabbed cartouche medallion, set on the conforming watery blue f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'7'' x 6'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'7'' x 6'6''. The ruby-tomato field shows virtually no abrash while carrying the double pendanted pointed and scalloped navy medallion and an ...
Category
1890s Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$10,000 Sale Price
75% Off
10'x12' Burnt Orange Vintage Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Burnt Orange, Vintage Persian Heriz with Geometric Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Even Wear, Sheared Low, Good Condition, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Oriental ...
Category
1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Bobyrug’s nice antique qashqai rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice early 20th century tribal Qashqai rug with beautiful geometrical and stylized designs and nice natural colours, entirely hand knotted with wool on wool foundation.
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Category
Early 20th Century Asian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Red Persian Serapi Heriz Rug 9'7 x 12'6
Located in New York, NY
9'7 X 12'6". As perpetually fashionable as they are collectible, traditional Heriz luxury handmade rugs are skillfully woven in vibrant colors and emphatic geometric designs. Serapi ...
Category
20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkey Sultanabad Area Rugs - Design - 98627
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug
A Masterpiece Unveiled
This magnificent Turkish Oushak rug, measuring 10 ft 4 in x 13 ft 7 in, stands as a stunning testament to centuries of celebrated Anatolian...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$27,775 Sale Price
20% Off
Persian Sultanabad Over Size Rug Circa 1990 - Wool Blue Brown Ivory - 89098
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Sultanabad featuring Over Size Rug in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and BlueBrownIvory, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Asian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1880s Oversized Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
74298 Oversized Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug, 13'06 x 17'04. Embark on a journey where timeless elegance harmoniously converges with the principles of Biophilic Design in this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kermanshah rug. Nature-inspired design and earth-tone colors come together, weaving a narrative of worldly sophistication. Against a warm brown backdrop, an enchanting allover floral lattice pattern unfolds, intricately composed of Mina Khani motifs, palmettes, stylized florals and foliage. This captivating design is framed by a classic palmette Herati border, enclosed within a double guard border adorned with flowers and cloudband motifs—a lush embrace that encapsulates this formal composition.
Immerse yourself in the Biophilic allure of this antique Persian Kermanshah rug, where the intricate patterns mirror the grace found in nature. The earthy tones and botanical motifs create a sense of connection to the natural world, inviting a touch of outdoor beauty into your interior space. Let this exquisite masterpiece be a testament to the seamless union of relaxed refinement and Biophilic Design, transforming your home into a sanctuary of sophistication and natural harmony.
Rendered in variegated shades of brown, burgundy, blue, rose, tan, navy blue and taupe with other accent colors.
Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 13'06 x 17'04.
Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 14 x...
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Late 19th Century Persian Arts and Crafts Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Sultanabad Handmade Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized antique Persian Sultanabad Botanic handmade wool rug
Size: 14'7" × 27'7" (444 × 840 cm)
A late 19th century antique Persian Sultanabad rug, the abrashed beige field with an...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bidjar Handmade Allover Motif Blue Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Persian Bidjar hand-knotted wool rug with rust and a blue field. This Piece has a multicolor accents medallion floral design.
This rug measures 4'6" x 7'.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner Rug 2.4' x 10.9', 1970s - 1N65
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add timeless elegance to your space with this stunning vintage Persian Hamadan runner, handmade in the 1970s. Measuring 2.46 x 10.99 ft (75 x 335 cm), this wool runner features a str...
Category
1970s Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
6'6"x9' Crimson Red Vintage Persian Shiraz Worn Down Hand Knotted All Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Crimson Red, Vintage Persian Shiraz with All Over Design, Worn and Distressed, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug
Pr...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$992 Sale Price
20% Off
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
North-West Persia ca. 1890
Measures: 22'8" x 15'2" (691 x 462 cm)
Handwoven.
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Blue Formal Kerman Mat Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Lavar Kerman traditional mat size rug.
Measures: 1'6" x 2'4"
The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia continued to make extraordinary car...
Category
1920s Persian Kirman Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pretty antique distressed Shiraz rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century distressed Shiraz rug with beautiful geometrical and tribal design and nice natural colours with red, blue, yellow , green, navy blue and white, enti...
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Tribal Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
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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