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Persian Rugs For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Heriz Serapi
Vintage Persian Heriz Area Rug 3'x 4'4
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Heriz area rug 3' X 4'4. As perpetually fashionable as they are collectible, traditional Heriz luxury handmade rugs are skillfully woven in vibrant colors and emphati...
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Sylish Durability Meets Patriotic Panache
Located in Dallas, TX
78633 Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 10'05 x 13'08.
Stylish durability meets patriotic panache in this hand knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug. The intrinsic geometric design and tra...
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
7'x11' Antique Heriz - Persian Serapi Rug - Rust / Cream / Blue
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Breathtaking 7'6x11'4 60's Persian Heriz. This piece is an incredible example of how age defying these sturdy Heriz rugs are. The incredibly fine wool makes this piece iridescent and...
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1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Warm Tone Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
1920s Persian Heriz accent rug in warm colors
Measures: 4'5'' x 6'2''
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
Heriz is a town in northwest Persia (Iran) that has been producing carpets since the 19th century. It is located on Mt. Sabalan, a major source of copper, whose summit is 15,784 feet...
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1970s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Heriz Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Squared center medallion with interior pinwheel stylized floral petals in alternating coloration. Dramatic oversized elaborate arabesques defining subtle shadow medallion outline ...
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1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Authentic Handwoven Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Persian Heriz rug has a shaded rust field of sparse floral motif and curling fronds enclosing a majestic deep indigo medallion, with beautiful sapphire sp...
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Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Heriz Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Oversized center medallion with concentric interior medallions comprised of central floral palmettes, vines, and outwardly directed blossoms atop a covered field of serrated leave...
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1930s Asian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Rug Heriz Serapi Rug 107cm x 160cm Oriental Rug 4x5 High Quality 1920
By Eastern Artisans
Located in New York, NY
Antique Rug Heriz Serapi Rug 107cm x 160cm Oriental Rug 4x5 High Quality
3'6" x 5'3" 107cm x 160cm Circa 1920
"This is an authentic antique piece with a magnificent geometric desig...
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1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Lumbar Wool Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a fine quality Persian Serapi rug. Ivory Medallion with red brick , blue and brown accents
Measures: 17" x 23".
Category
20th Century Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Rare 8'x10' Antique Heriz - Persian Serapi Rug - Salmon & Cream
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Immaculate 60's Persian Heriz. This piece is one of the most unique Heriz's we've had the pleasure to see. The base color is a beautiful, shimmering salmon pink and features a unique more simplistic design for a Heriz, which makes this Heriz one of a kind. Despite being 60 years old has little to no signs of wear. It is soft to the touch and incredibly plush. This piece is sturdy, one of a kind and available at an incredibly competitive price. If you want a fine authentic Persian Heriz that no one else has, then this is your rug. Don't hesitate and claim this masterpiece for yourself today!
The selection at Persian Rug Gallery of Blacksburg...
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1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Heriz Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
A 20th century antique Heriz rug with an all over red geometric, medallion motif. This rug measures at 7'2" x 10'2".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Karadja Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
Persian Karadja carpets and runners are woven in the northwestern part of the country in a small village. These rugs are usually produced in runner form...
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1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug 8'1 x 11'5
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug 8'1 X 11'5. As perpetually fashionable as they are collectible, traditional Heriz luxury handmade rugs are skillfully woven in vibrant colors and emphatic g...
Category
20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Patriotic Finesse Meets Traditional Sensibility
Located in Dallas, TX
78641 Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 08'00 x 11'11.
Traditional sensibility meets patriotic finesse, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug. The striking botanical design and t...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in with Beige-Brown Stripes and Gold Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 3x4 Kilim design from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Fondly dubbed, “Rez Kilims”, this modern take on ...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Heriz Wool Rug In Beige Allover Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
The antique Heriz rug showcases a refined and timeless elegance with its impressive all-over design and hand-knotted wool construction. The soft beige field acts as a backdrop to the...
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1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with an all-over mirrored densely woven floral pattern with large-scale flowers and leaves, and myriad stylized flowers, all woven ...
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Early 1900s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Beige Antique Persian Heriz Wool Rug Allover Handmade Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
The premium hand-knotted wool and impressive all-over design of the antique Heriz rug exude refined and timeless elegance. Its eye-catching geometric floral pattern, adorned in shade...
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
Heriz is a town in northwest Persia (Iran) that has been producing carpets since the 19th century. It is located on Mt. Sabalan, a major source of copper, whose summit is 15,784 feet...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Heriz Antique Rug, Red Light-Blue Navy - 6 x 9
Located in New York, NY
The Heriz rug is a stunning example of traditional Persian weaving, characterized by its bold and striking design. At the heart of the rug lies a beautiful light-blue medallion, adorned with intricate designs in colors of pink, red, blue, light beige, and black. The medallion draws the eye in and serves as the focal point of the rug, showcasing the masterful skill of the weaver in creating a beautifully balanced design.
Surrounding the medallion, the Heriz rug features a vibrant red background, embellished with larger and more spaced-out floral motifs, including the jagged leaf motif that is a hallmark of more antique...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
8'x11' Antique Persian Heriz - Serapi
Located in Blacksburg, VA
This jaw dropping, elaborate Heriz is a classic example of the bold Heriz design. With its luxuriously thick pile and expert craftsmanship, this near 80 year old rug will surely outl...
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1950s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Persian Antique Heriz Rug with All-Over Geometric Design in Gray-Blue and Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
Persian Antique Heriz Rug with All-Over Geometric Design in Gray-Blue and Red. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug / LH-A38498, country of origin / type: Iran /Heriz, circa 1910.
Measures: 8'5 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
73281 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 05'05 x 07'01.
Regal and refined, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Bakhtiari rug takes on a curated lived-in look that feels timeless whil...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Wonderful room size antique Heriz style rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover a magnificent antique Heriz-style rug, boasting exquisite geometric and decorative patterns in rich, natural hues. This masterpiece is meticulously hand-knotted with sumptuo...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Distressed Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Modern Rustic Meets Patriotic Flair
Located in Dallas, TX
52634 Rustic Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 09'04 x 13. Modern rustic meets patriotic flair in this hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Heriz rug. The faded geometric design and muted earth-tone colors woven into this piece work together creating a relaxed yet elevated feel such as American traditional or even industrial loft. The lovingly time-worn composition features a superimposed octofoil medallion anchored with flaming palmette pendants. An allover rectilinear pattern composed of angular floral vines, blooming palmettes, lanceolate leaves and ambiguous motifs further ornament the field. Radiating from the corners are equally elaborate spandrels echoing the designs within the field. The classic main border of serrated leaves and rosettes enhances the rugged beauty of this captivating Persian carpet.
Gloriously rich with rectilinear botanical motifs yet faded and muted in tone, this antique worn Persian rug...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug. 11 ft 4 in x 19 ft 3 in
Located in New York, NY
A Splendid Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug, Country Of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1900 – Serapi rugs have been cherished throughout the centuries. They were inspired by the rugs of...
Category
20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1960s Vintage Persian Heriz Handmade Medallion Wool Rug In Peach
Located in Norwalk, CT
The hand-knotted wool and captivating medallion design Heriz rug exude elegance. The intricate floral pattern, beautifully constructed with detailed geometric shapes and vibrant blue...
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1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable and rare late 19th century Persian Heriz Serapi rug with the most wonderful pattern containing a large central medallion with stylized flowers and scrolling vines, woven...
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Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A mesmerizing vintage Persian Heriz rug with a large central floral medallion with an intensely woven floral, leaf, and scrolling pattern woven in myriad colors including crimson, gr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1960s Vintage Persian Shabby Chic Handmade Medallion Navy Blue Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
The hand-knotted wool and captivating medallion design Heriz rug exude elegance. The intricate floral pattern, beautifully constructed with detailed geometric shapes and vibrant blue...
Category
1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8' x1 0' Antique Pink Heriz- Serapi
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Incredibly rare 60's Persian Heriz. This is a Heriz like no other! Heriz rugs are the most popular Persian rug in the world. If you want a Heriz that stands out, then this is the rug...
Category
1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
12'x9' Antique Colorful Persian Heriz - Serapi
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Authentic, Vintage Persian Heriz featuring a distinct and bold design. This colorful pattern is hard to find and absolutely Eye catching. This rug is sturdy and in near perfect condi...
Category
1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Blue and Gray Stripes with Brown Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 3x4 Kilim design from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Fondly dubbed, “Rez Kilims”, this modern take on ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Azeri Rug Vintage with Kazak or Heriz Caucasian Design Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Stunning Azeri rug vintage with Caucasian Design - Djoharian Collection
Azeri rugs and carpets are mainly made of fine, hand-spun wool,
This wonderful and stunning example comes...
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1950s Azerbaijani Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Effortlessly Inviting and Versatile Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78567 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 08'06 x 11'03.
Emanating folk art warmth and traditional sensibility, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Gabbeh rug is a captivating vision of w...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'x11' Antique Persian Heriz- rust / cream - Serapi
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Gorgeous 8' x 11' authentic, vintage Persian Heriz. This is no Indian reproduction, but a fine example of the worlds most popular Persian Rug. Featuring bold tribal inspired design woven with shimmering extra fine wool. The rich cream and maroon are complemented by this rugs extra plush design. This sturdy and gorgeous rug is ready to be the focal point of any room for decades to come.
The selection at Persian Rug Gallery of Blacksburg...
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1960s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Heriz Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Large scale center medallion adorned at either end by rams horn scrolled samovar stylized finials bearing colorful interior serrated leaves atop a covered field of geometric bloss...
Category
1930s Asian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Style Chaharbagh Garden Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
76846 Vintage Pakistan Garden Rug, 07'10 x 09'11.
Emanating a timeless design and beguiling beauty in saturated colors, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian style Pakistan rug is poised to impress. The intricate Chahar Bagh design and rich color palette woven into this piece work together creating true decadence. The elaborate detailed composition features the quadrilateral garden layout based on the four gardens of Paradise mentioned in the Quran. An allover pattern composed of compartmental squares are decorated with blooming palmettes, stylized flowers, rosettes, and leafy tendrils. A superimposed navy blue cruciform acts as the waterways for the layout of the quadrilateral garden. It is framed with a cartouche floral border flanked with an inner and outer guard band containing cloudbands and lotus flowers. Set off with its highly decorative aesthetic and stylish levels of complexity, this Persian style Chaharbagh rug radiates opulent elegance throughout the formal composition.
Create a room that feels well-traveled and effortlessly inviting with this vintage Chaharbagh garden rug, whether it be used as a wall hanging or tapestry. Perfect for a large entertaining space, hotel lobby, lounge area, state room, great room, drawing room, country club, academic library, golf locker room, trophy room, private Chambers, great room, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, royal suite, billiards room, owners retreat, dining room, living room, or formal sitting room. Well-suited for a variety of interior styles: Traditional, Modern, Victorian, Neoclassical, Elizabethan, English, Manor House, Tudor, London Proper, Baroque, Renaissance, Hepplewhite, Hollywood Regency, Queen Anne, Regal, Eastlake...
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Oversized Antique Persian Bijar Rug, Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
73125 Oversized Antique Persian Bijar Rug, 15'01 x 26'01.
Cleverly composed and distinctively well-balanced, this hand knotted wool oversized antique Persian Bijar rug will take on ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Modern Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Handmade Persian Flat-Weave Kilim Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian flat-weave Kilim accent rug handmade during the 21st century.
Measures: 3' 5" x 6' 8"
Flat-weave rugs & carpets:
Knotted pile rugs are just one small part of a vast universe of textile techniques suitable for heavy use. If you can imagine it, some weaver has tried it out. Pieces can be roughly divided into those reversible from the start and those never, or at least not initially, reversible. Thus, kilims are considered reversible, while everything else is not.
Kilims are tapestry woven rugs with both sides the same, in either slit technique where colors change, or with various methods of avoiding slits. Slit tapestry weave goes back to ancient times and Coptic Egyptian...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, Effortlessly Chic and Versatile
Located in Dallas, TX
78607 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, 09'01 x 11'11.
Effortlessly chic and versatile with distinctive details and lavish texture, this vintage Persian Heriz rug charms with ease. The str...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Shabby Chic Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Neutral Palette, Grey & Green Borders
Located in New York, NY
Relatively coarse woven on cotton, this NW Persian village piece shows a geometric pattern of large jagged leaves, organised along three axes. Powerful abrash in the neutral field an...
Category
1930s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Gold and Light Blue Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 9×12 Kilim from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Connoting a modern take on classic panel-weaving, our latest “Rez Kil...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
All Over Design Antique Serapi-Heriz Rug With Large Sub Geometric Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
All Over Design Antique Serapi-Heriz Rug With Large Floral Design, Keivan Woven Arts / rug EMB-9541-13588, country of origin / type: Persian / Heriz, circa Early-20th Century.
Measu...
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Hand Knotted Persian Heriz Room Size Rug, circa 1940s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous vintage hand knotted Persian Heriz room Size rug
circa 1940s
Classic geometric floral design, with predominant colors in red, blue, and ivory.
Measures: 8'9" x 12...
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1940s Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Warm Earth-Tone Vintage Persian Hamadan Tribal Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
76034 Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug, 06'06 X 09'09.
Delightfully distinctive, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Hamadan rug handsomely combines Mid-Century Modern style with Pers...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Gray with Blue and Brown Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 3x6 Kilim design from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Fondly dubbed, “Rez Ki...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, Effortlessly Chic and Versatile
Located in Dallas, TX
78157 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, 08'00 x 10'05.
Warm and inviting with a timeless style, this vintage Persian Heriz rug charms with ease. The striking geometric design and refined co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Oversized Vintage Persian Teal Overdyed Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78584 Vintage Persian Teal Overdyed Rug, 10'11 x 16'09. Vintage charm meets eclectic modern flair in this vintage Persian overdyed rug. The inconspic...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Red Persian Hamadan Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77158 Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug 04'06 x 06'09.
Emanating traditional style with incredible detail and texture, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Hamadan rug is a captivating...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
76745 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug Runner, 03'08 x 08'04.
Emanating timeless style with incredible detail and texture, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Heriz rug is a captivating...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75304 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, 04'11 x 07'11.
Emanating modern style with incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Heriz rug is a captivating vision ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug With Geometric Medallion Design in Red & Soft Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Persian Heriz Rug With Geometric Medallion Design in Red & Soft Colors. Antique Persian Heriz Rug with Geometric Medallion Design. Keivan Woven Arts/ Rug/ EMB-22193-15100, C...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Heriz Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
Heriz is a town in northwest Persia (Iran) that has been producing carpets since the 19th century. It is located on Mt. Sabalan, a major source of copper, whose summit is 15,784 feet...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug with Traditional Modern Luxe Style
Located in Dallas, TX
?76246 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, 07'07 X 09'11.
Emanating refined elegance with incredible detail and texture, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Heriz rug appears like a sumpt...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handmade Antique Medallion Heriz Wool Rug in Red
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Heriz rug with hand-knotted wool and a remarkable medallion design. The intricate floral motifs in shades of blue and brown, accentuating the soft red field, lend an all...
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Medallion Vintage Rust Heriz Handmade Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage Heriz hand-knotted wool rug with a red-rust color field. This Persian rug has multi-color accents in a gorgeous all-over geometric floral medallion design.
This ...
Category
1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage 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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