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Persian Rugs For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Mid-20th Century
Zabihi Collection Tribal Geometric Antique Persian Kurdish Runner
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular tribal Kurdish runner from the 1st quarter of the 20th century Measures: 3' x 16'5”.
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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Northwest Persian Apple Green Sky Blue Accent Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
1920s Northwest Persian Rug in vivid blues and greens Details rug no. j3049 size 4' 9" x 7' (145 x 213 cm)
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Senneh Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Senneh accent rug handmade during the early 20th century. Measures: 4' 5" x 6' 4"
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Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Tribal Bakhtiari Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Bakhtiari accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 4' 7" x 6' 8"
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Shiraz Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Shiraz throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century in vivid tones. Measures: 1' 8" x 2' 7" Persian rugs & carpets: Persia (Iran) is a moderately large cou...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Malayer accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 4' 5" x 6' 8"
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool

pretty vintage Hamadan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century rustic Hamadan rug with nice geometrical and stylized designs, and beautiful colours with pink , white , brown and grey, entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Ferahan Rug 1.96m x 1.36m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A lovely antique Ferahan rug, hand woven circa 1910 featuring an all over geometrical design of stylised flowers and vines on a terracotta field and indigo border. Finely woven with ...
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1910s Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Runner
By Malayer
Located in New York, NY
This antique Malayer rug is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I through extensive travel, passion, and research. Malayer rugs are named after a major rug weaving village in central we...
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Early 1900s Persian Malayer Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

pretty vintage Hamadan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century rustic Hamadan rug with nice geometrical and stylized designs, and beautiful colours with red , blue , brown, yellow and green, entirely hand knotted with wool on...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian, Malayer, Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian, Malayer, pictorial carpet from the turn of the 20th century.
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Early 1900s Persian Malayer Antique Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Zabihi Collection Lovely Antique Blue Formal Kerman Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Lovelry Persian Kerman Measures: 8'' x 12'11''. The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia continued to make extraordinary carpets throughout the 19t...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Soumak Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning early 20th century Persian Soumak runner with the most wonderful tribal pattern with several white diamond medallions amidst a field of stylized flowers and birds, woven i...
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Early 1900s Persian Tribal Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Keivan Woven Arts Vintage Cream Sultanabad Rug With Pops of Blue and Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts Vintage Cream Sultanabad Rug With Pops of Blue and Red. Keivan Woven Arts, Dsp-1129, Late 20th Century Muted Fine Sultanabad Rug With Pops of Blue and Red, This el...
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Antique Bidjar Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Medium size pillow made from a Persian Bidjar rug. zipper closure and poly-fill insert provided. Measures: 17'' x 18''.
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20th Century Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Floral Rug
Located in New York, NY
1910s Large Size high decorative Persian bidjar with an all over floral design on a striated abrashed ground. STUNNING to say the least Size 12' 5" x 16' 7"
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Kurd Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Kurd carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
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1910s Persian Tribal Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Room Size Square Persian Hamadan in Red, French Blue, Green, Pink, Navy
Located in Barrington, IL
Very rare room size square Persian Hamadan from the mid 1900s in beautiful bright and cheerful colors. The field color is a brilliant red with the border and the central medallion i...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Heriz Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful mid-20th century Persian Heriz runner with several large stylized floral medallions living amidst a field of more stylized flowers and scrolling vines, and surrounded by ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Hand-woven Antique Floral Persian Kirman Rug 11'x23'
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Persian Kirman rug has a sea-blue field with a variety of delicate floral sprays around vertical rows of brick-red, golden-yellow and light blue palmettes alternating wi...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Malayer Rug 1.78m x 1.19m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A beautiful antique Malayer rug, hand woven in west Persia circa 1900 with a large tomato red medallion on an indigo field and lighter blue border. It may have lost its outer border ...
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Early 1900s Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Bibikabad Blue Handmade Persian Wool Rug with Allover Floral Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Bibikabad hand-knotted wool rug with a blue field. This piece has a designed frame with beige and brown accent colors on a gorgeous all-over classic floral design. ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Chinese Kerman Tree of Life Prayer Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78697 Vintage Chinese Kerman Tree of Life Prayer Rug, 02'00 x 03'06. A Chinese Kerman Tree of Life Prayer rug is a type of hand knotted carpet that combines elements from both Chines...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Vintage Turkmen Wedding Asmalyk
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful mid-20th century Persian Turkmen Asmalyk, a hand-woven wool textile used in wedding processions to cover the sides of a camel, and then ultimately used in the home. This...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Khamseh Rug 1.90m x 1.39m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A beautiful antique Khamseh rug, hand woven circa 1900 with an all over Boteh design on an ivory field and terracotta border. Try to find the solitary Khamseh chicken! Great secondar...
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Early 1900s Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Malayer Caramel Gray Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
Persian Malayer Accent Rug in earth tones from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century size 4'2" x 6'6"
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Tribal Bakhtiari Sampler Textile Rug
Located in New York, NY
a2nd quarte of the 20th century Persian Bakhtiari Sampler Rug Measures: 1'8'' x 1'10''.
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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Keivan Woven Arts Fine Antique Persian Senneh Rug with Herati Geometric Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts Fine Antique Persian Senneh Rug with Herati Geometric Design. Keivan Woven Arts / rug AVI-0701, country of origin / type: Iran / Senneh, circa 1900. Measures: 4'2 x...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Persian Wool Rug In Blue with Medallion Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
A hand-knotted wool antique Mahal distressed rug has a medallion design with red accents on a blue background. This rug measures 8'2" X 11'5''. .
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20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Authentic Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Persian Sultanabad rug in beige, brown, green, red Size: 9'3" × 13'0" (281 × 396 cm). This antique, Sultanabad rug dates back to around 1920 and is hand-knotted out of wool...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Beige Antique Malayer Persian Wool Rug With Center Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a handmade Persian Malayer wool rug from the 20th century. The rug has a beige background with woven brown and blue accents throughout its design. This rug measures 6'4" X 1...
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20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

1920s Handmade Blue Antique Malayer Wool Rug With Allover Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a handmade Persian Malayer wool rug from the 20th century. It features a blue field with brown and beige accents throughout the design. This rug measures 3'9" X 12'9". .
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20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Silk Rug 2' 5" x 3' 8"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz silk rug, Size: 2'5" x 3'8".
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1920s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs

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Silk

Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug Size: 13'9" × 23'8" (419 × 721 cm) An early 20th century Persian Sultanabad rug, the light blue field with a dense floral, botanic motifs and leaf...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Kerman – South Persia This luxurious medallion Kerman is made with flowers and vines in the centre of the navy-blue field of the rug. The highlight is the abrash technique used with...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kashan in Medallion Pattern in Red, Navy, Blue, Ivory, Yellow
Located in Barrington, IL
Vintage Persian Kashan area rug in a classic medallion floral pattern from the mid 1900s. The rug comes in a beautiful rich red color field with a central medallion and a dark blue border. The simple uncluttered field design in this Kashan area rug shimmers similar to Manchester Kashan rugs which adds to the charm and the beauty of this small Persian jewel. Dimensions: 2’ 6” x 4’ 10” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Persia Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use Antique Persian Kashan, Antique Kashan Rugs, Antique Kashan Area Rug, Vintage Kashan Carpets...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

nice mid century mazlaghan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century mazlaghan rug with beautiful geometrical and tribal design and nice colours with red field, dark brown, white, blue and green, entirely hand knotted with wool on cot...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Size: 15'6" × 23'0" (472 × 701 cm) This striking antique Persian Malayer carpet circa 1900 features a grid of multicolored geometric medallion designs wit...
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Malayer – Northwest Persia Persian gallery from the end of the 19th century. It is of excellent wool quality and is in perfect condition. This Malayer features a row of four connect...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Brown Handmade Persian Malayer Wool Rug with Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
An antique Persian Malayer wool rug with a rust and beige all-over pattern on a brown field. This rug measures 3'5' x 9'3".
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1920s Persian Malayer Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade In Tan 5 x 9 Antique Malayer Wool Rug With Allover Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a 20th-century handmade Persian Malayer wool rug. It has a tan background with brown, gray, and green accents woven throughout the design. This rug measures 4'8" X 9'3". .
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20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Gallery by Keivan Woven Arts with Small All-Over Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'10 x 15'0 Antique Persian Malayer Gallery by Keivan Woven Arts with Small All-Over Design. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug/ KBE-230902, country of origin / type: Iran / Malayer,...
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Earth-Tone Vintage Indian Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78692 Earth-Tone Vintage Indian Rug, 04'01 x 06'01. Immerse yourself in the enduring charm of Biophilic Design and the intricate decorative craftsmanship showcased in this hand-knot...
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Late 20th Century Indian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Persian Sultanabad Rug Size: 8'1" × 11'5" (246 × 347 cm) A hand knotted wool antique Persian Sultanabad rug dating back to circa 1920. The pattern incorporates two C...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Malayer – Northwest Persia Antique Persian Malayer rug with a stylized design covering the entire main field of the carpet in navy with a pastel colour balance in beige, green and r...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Turkoman Rug, Dark and Moody Nomad Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
78705 Vintage Persian Turkoman Rug, 02'11 x 03'08. Persian Turkoman rugs, originating from Turkmenistan, Iran, and Afghanistan, are renowned for their quality craftsmanship and intri...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Tabriz – Northwest Persia This is a Tabriz rug inspired by the master of arts Hadji Jallili. Its design emphasizes subtle gradations of colour hue and precise, detailed work. Rather than the predominant medallion most commonly seen in Persian rugs, this magnificent rug displays a concentric series of extremely subtle hexagonal medallions with gently rounded borders. A finely woven geometric pattern called Herati (diamond and leaf pattern) forms the medallions, spreads across the field and continues to the corners of the carpet, adding to the atmosphere of quiet and understated splendour. An elegant rug that chooses those who want to reveal its subtle beauty. The carpet is clean and ready for use. Tabriz, a city located in northwestern Persia, is considered the city of masters of textile art. The ateliers in this influential city established a strong reputation for the quality of their carpets, which is still respected. The city of Tabriz’s fame as a carpet production centre began during the Safavid dynasty (1501 to 1722 AD). However, historical accounts indicate that carpets had been produced there since the Sasanian era (224 to 651 AD). Carpets from the Safavid period represent the pinnacle of Persian textile art, and Tabriz carpets continue this tradition. Shah Abbas (1587–1629), the great patron of the arts, established weaving centres throughout Persia, including a royal workshop in Tabriz. Some of the best Tabriz rugs, woven exclusively for carpet aficionados of the nobility, use techniques that have not yet been surpassed. After the dynasty's fall, carpet-making declined in quality and intensity throughout Persia. However, a renewed interest in 19th-century carpets revived this art, and Tabriz became an important production centre. Antique Tabriz carpets, produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, are distinguished by their excellent weaving technique and remarkable adherence to classical traditions and ancient Persian carpet designs. However, unlike other Persian rugs, they cannot be distinguished by any particular design pattern or use of colours. Antique Tabriz rugs come in various classic designs and are produced in every colour imaginable, from bold, bright tones to softer pastel tones. What sets them apart from other Persian rugs is their quality. Tabriz rugs are precisely designed and carefully executed, making them extremely popular with designers. A Tabriz rug adds elegance to any room in a home or office. Tabriz are known for their unsurpassed quality, strong weave and rich detail. For centuries, Tabriz carpets have been made with the highest quality since Tabriz was established as one of the first capitals of the carpet world. The artists of Tabriz boast of being the oldest in terms of production in all of Persia. Tabriz Persian carpets and their beauty not only depend on their rich cultural background but their limitless design is not surpassed by any other region. With an unsurpassed variety of colours, the Tabriz rug can be found in any tone, including bolder or softer pastel tones. Nothing beats antique...
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1930s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

6 x 9 Antique Beige Wool Rug Handmade Persian Heriz With Allover Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
An antique Heriz rug from Persia is hand-knotted using wool. It features a beige field with a blue and brown all-over pattern. This rug measures 5'11' x 8'10".
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1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Tabriz – Northwest Persia This stunning Tabriz presents a spectacular profusion of colours that cannot be matched by rugs made today. The artist skillfully wove this rug rich in solid colours with perfect harmony. Looking at this antique Tabriz is like seeing a kaleidoscope of colours in constant motion. The carpet is clean and ready for use. Tabriz, a city located in northwestern Persia, is considered the city of masters of textile art. The ateliers in this influential city established a strong reputation for the quality of their carpets, which is still respected. The city of Tabriz’s fame as a carpet production centre began during the Safavid dynasty (1501 to 1722 AD). However, historical accounts indicate that carpets had been produced there since the Sasanian era (224 to 651 AD). Carpets from the Safavid period represent the pinnacle of Persian textile art, and Tabriz carpets continue this tradition. Shah Abbas (1587–1629), the great patron of the arts, established weaving centres throughout Persia, including a royal workshop in Tabriz. Some of the best Tabriz rugs, woven exclusively for carpet aficionados of the nobility, use techniques that have not yet been surpassed. After the dynasty's fall, carpet-making declined in quality and intensity throughout Persia. However, a renewed interest in 19th-century carpets revived this art, and Tabriz became an important production centre. Antique Tabriz carpets, produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, are distinguished by their excellent weaving technique and remarkable adherence to classical traditions and ancient Persian carpet designs. However, unlike other Persian rugs, they cannot be distinguished by any particular design pattern or use of colours. Antique Tabriz rugs come in various classic designs and are produced in every colour imaginable, from bold, bright tones to softer pastel tones. What sets them apart from other Persian rugs is their quality. Tabriz rugs are precisely designed and carefully executed, making them extremely popular with designers. A Tabriz rug adds elegance to any room in a home or office. Tabriz are known for their unsurpassed quality, strong weave and rich detail. For centuries, Tabriz carpets have been made with the highest quality since Tabriz was established as one of the first capitals of the carpet world. The artists of Tabriz boast of being the oldest in terms of production in all of Persia. Tabriz Persian carpets and their beauty not only depend on their rich cultural background but their limitless design is not surpassed by any other region. With an unsurpassed variety of colours, the Tabriz rug can be found in any tone, including bolder or softer pastel tones. Nothing beats antique...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk - All Over Mahi Design - Coral / Pink & Cream
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Immaculate, Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk 8' 11" x 12' Incredibly well preserved mahi (fish design) rug hand woven in Sarouk sometime between the 1920's and 30's. Sarouks are i...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Northwest Persian Rug
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Northwest Persia Stunning rug woven by a highly skilled artist in the late 19th century. The rug features a geometric pattern inspired by traditional designs from Northwestern Persi...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Persian Tabriz Rug With a Cintamani insignia in one corner
Located in New York, NY
Persian Tabriz Rug With a Cintamani insignia in one corner Size: 11'7" × 19'3" (353 × 586 cm) An early 20th century hand-knotted wool antique Persian rug. The rug displays alternatin...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61215 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 03.05 x 04.00. With its checkerboard design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Gabbeh rug is a captivating visi...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Shiraz Persian Rug
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Shiraz – Southern Persia Splendid antique Persian carpet from the city of Shiraz. This carpet reflects the art of the nomads of southern Persia. The rug features two large central me...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Shiraz Beige and Blue Wool Rug With Chic Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This wool rug showcases a tribal pattern with brown and blue accents on a beige background inspired by Persian Shiraz designs. This rug measures 4'2" X 6'10". Our Rugs are professi...
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Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Heriz Carpet
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Heriz – Northwest Persia Faithful to the traditional style of ancient Heriz Persian rugs, this masterpiece combines bold colours and designs that produce effects of straight and ang...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Tabriz – Northwest Persia This is a fine Tabriz with a design inspired by the art of the Persian master Hadji Jallili. Except for the diminutive orange medallion in the centre, the entire rug is covered with a herati design—a repeating geometric shape consisting of a flower framed in a lozenge with curved leaves parallel side by side. The perfect colour combination of this Tabriz provides softness without sacrificing elegance. The carpet is clean and ready for use. Tabriz, a city located in northwestern Persia, is considered the city of masters of textile art. The ateliers in this influential city established a strong reputation for the quality of their carpets, which is still respected. The city of Tabriz’s fame as a carpet production centre began during the Safavid dynasty (1501 to 1722 AD). However, historical accounts indicate that carpets had been produced there since the Sasanian era (224 to 651 AD). Carpets from the Safavid period represent the pinnacle of Persian textile art, and Tabriz carpets continue this tradition. Shah Abbas (1587–1629), the great patron of the arts, established weaving centres throughout Persia, including a royal workshop in Tabriz. Some of the best Tabriz rugs, woven exclusively for carpet aficionados of the nobility, use techniques that have not yet been surpassed. After the dynasty's fall, carpet-making declined in quality and intensity throughout Persia. However, a renewed interest in 19th-century carpets revived this art, and Tabriz became an important production centre. Antique Tabriz carpets, produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, are distinguished by their excellent weaving technique and remarkable adherence to classical traditions and ancient Persian carpet designs. However, unlike other Persian rugs, they cannot be distinguished by any particular design pattern or use of colours. Antique Tabriz rugs come in various classic designs and are produced in every colour imaginable, from bold, bright tones to softer pastel tones. What sets them apart from other Persian rugs is their quality. Tabriz rugs are precisely designed and carefully executed, making them extremely popular with designers. A Tabriz rug adds elegance to any room in a home or office. Tabriz are known for their unsurpassed quality, strong weave and rich detail. For centuries, Tabriz carpets have been made with the highest quality since Tabriz was established as one of the first capitals of the carpet world. The artists of Tabriz boast of being the oldest in terms of production in all of Persia. Tabriz Persian carpets and their beauty not only depend on their rich cultural background but their limitless design is not surpassed by any other region. With an unsurpassed variety of colours, the Tabriz rug can be found in any tone, including bolder or softer pastel tones. Nothing beats antique...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Black Background Silk Qum Persian Runner Rug 2'8" x 9'8"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Black Background Silk Qum Persian Runner Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Modern Persian Rug, Circa Date: Late 20th Century
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Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Silk

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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