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Persian Rugs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Gothic
Peshawar Oushak Floral Motif Rug, 10' x 8'
Located in New York, NY
Peshawar Oushak Hand-Knotted Carpet, with floral arabesque motif and elaborate border. 10' 4" L x 8' 2" W.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Fabric
Orley Shabahang "Rabbit Hole" Cream and Brown Contemporary Persian Rug, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
Get lost in the beauty of this 8' x 10' cream and brown contemporary Persian area rug, "Rabbit Hole" from Orley Shabahang. This abstract piece utilizes a concentric design that mesme...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78714 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, 07'01 x 10'04. Persian Ardabil rugs, originating from the city of Ardabil in Iran, are renowned for their intricate designs, fine craftsmanship, an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Bijar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78754 Antique Persian Bijar Rug Runner, 03'08 x 11'01. Persian Bijar carpet runners, slender and elongated, trace their origins to Bijar in western Iran, celebrated for their unparal...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Half Elephant Green Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Square size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with half an elephant on a green field
Can be used as a wall piece too. Very light and easy to hang.
Measures: 5' x 5'
This was...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Contemporary Human Figure Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
21st-century Figurative one of a kind hand-made Persian Kilim
5'4'' x 8'
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Meshad Handmade Wool Runner
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Meshad Blue, Gray Handmade Wool Runner
Size: 4'10" × 29'9" (147 × 906 cm).
Rare Persian Mashad carpet by the master weaver Amoghli, inspired by modernit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Rain" Modern Persian Area Rug, Amber on Indigo, 5' x 7'
Located in New York, NY
This 5’ x 7' Orley Shabahang signature “Rain” carpet showcases a modern design in a hand knotted Persian weave in a unique amber and indigo colorway. The design, from the Rain series...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic and modern mid-20th century Persian Gabbeh kilim rug woven in with indigo nd crimson wool in large color blocks that are seamed together in the center.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Runner with Floral Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional hand made Chobi wool runner with beautiful multi-colored floral design and fringe. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use.
Category
1960s Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
A shaggy hand-knotted Persian Gabbeh rug with camel and beige chevron like patterning.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mazandaran Flatweave Rug in Blue Colors
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning flatweave rug in minimalist mid-century modern style. The handmade nature of the piece yields beautiful variation in blue colors. You can get rich hues of seafoa...
Category
2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Sunset Mazandaran Handwoven Flatweave Rug
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
This striking flatweave rug is made of handcarded and handspun wool. The vegetable dyes and handmade nature of the piece yield beautiful varation throughout. This rug has both mid-...
Category
2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mazandaran Striped Handwoven Flatweave
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous flatweave rug has tones of black throughout. It is handmade with handcarded and handspun wool. The natural dyes and handmade nature give this rug the beautiful abrash ...
Category
2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mazandaran Striped Hand-woven Flatweave
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
This striking flatweave rug is made of handcarded and handspun wool. The vegetable dyes and handmade nature of the piece yield beautiful varation throughout. This rug has both mid-...
Category
2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1940s Wool Rug/Carpet, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
Category
1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1940s Kilim wool Carpet/Rug, Czechoslovakia
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with some signs of use
- professionally cleaned
Category
1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Tribal Persian Bokhara Room Size Rug
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven tribal Persian Bokhara room size wool rug
Mid-20th Century
Beautiful geometric design, with predominant colors in burgundy, ivory, and blac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Large Bronze Stag Head on Marble Base
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Stunning large 27.5” H solid bronze stag head on marble base
It’s a heavy piece at 27+ pounds but a unique one that would make a statement in any room...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Modern Gabbeh Square Oriental Carpet, Primitive Qashqai Wool Rug CHR67
Located in Hampshire, GB
This simple yet grand area rug has been hand-woven with Beige and orange tones. The simple design shows a gridded linear pattern with diamond motifs central to each square. On the bo...
Category
Early 1900s Caucasian Mid-Century Modern Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Cotton
Mid Century Wool Carpet, France, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique vintage carpet, 100% wood, very good original vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Room Size Wool Rug
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous and vibrant vintage hand-knotted Persian room size wool rug
Mid-20th Century
Classic traditional floral design, with predominant colors in pink, blue, green, and ivory.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Heriz Room Size Rug
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous vintage hand-knotted Persian Heriz room size wool rug
Mid-20th Century
Beautiful geometric floral design, with predominant colors in red, blue, gold, green, and ivory.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Striped Neutral Toned Pelas Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage flatweave pelas rug was handmade in Iran in the mid 20th century. This rug is handwoven with 100% handspun wool and natural dyes.
size: 5'7"x9'1"
Category
1950s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Linen
Vintage Grey Toned Pelas Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage flatweave pelas rug was handmade in Iran in the mid 20th century. This rug is handwoven with 100% handspun wool and natural dyes. Custom sizes and color available
Size...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Linen
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75552 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, 06'06 x 09'04. Antique-washed Persian Heriz rugs are a specialized category of Heriz rugs that undergo a unique washing process to soften the colors....
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Midcentury Boho Style Wool Carpet, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique double side carpet, 100% wood, very good original vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61224 Vintage Persian Bakhtiari rug, 04'11 x 12'07. With its rugged beauty, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zig Zag 20th Century Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A 3rd quarter of the 20th Century Persian Gabbeh rug with a wavy zig-zag design
size 3' 5" x 4' 6" (104 x 137 cm).
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Alexander McQueen Mid-Century English Hand Woven "Feathers", Silk Large Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century English Hand Woven \"Feathers\", silk large area rug (ALEXANDER MCQUEEN).
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Vintage Persian Rug, 1970s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Vintage modern rug, made in the 1970s. Slight signs of age and using, but overall in good vintage condition.
Dimensions: 300 x 200 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Synthetic, Polyester
Large Vintage Red Persian Mahal Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75894 Vintage Persian Mahal rug, 10'03 X 13'05. Brimming with timeless style, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Mahal rug is a captivating vision ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Multi Dimensional Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Multi-Dimensional Persian Kilim
size 6' 8" x 9' (203 x 274 cm).
Category
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Midcentury Geometric Red Wool Verneh Persian Kilim Runner
Located in Long Island City, NY
Have woven in wool originating from Persia between 1950-1960, this vintage mid-century Verneh Kilim features an uncommon variety of unique elements in colorway, geometric pattern, an...
Category
1950s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Afghan Ersari Carpet
Located in New York, NY
The rich brownish red field supports three columns of octagonal guls detailed in burnt apricot, green and dark blue-green. The stepped lozenge border is similarly colored and so are ...
Category
Early 20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Hand Knotted Modern Loch Ness Rug by Spacewarp
Located in Mumbai, IN
An interpretation of the mythical Scottish creature, composed of pastel shades that mirror its elusive nature. Hand Knotted with New Zealand wool.
This whimsical Loch Ness rug, will...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Oversize Modern Blue Overdyed Wool Rug Handmade with Floral Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite modernized overdyed rug, crafted skillfully by hand using high-quality wool, showcases a brilliant blue foundation with a splendid Classic motif.
This rug measures ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Dark Gray Overdyed Handmade Allover Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful contemporary overdyed rug, hand knotted wool with a gray field, orange accents in center medallion design.
This rug measures 12' 6" x 18'.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Persian Overdyed Handmade Allover Wool Rug in Grey & Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand knotted wool rug boasts a contemporary design featuring a gray and bright blue field adorned with an all-over Classic motif, exuding beauty and elegance. The rug is overdye...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Box Pattern Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Persian Gabbeh rug with an all-over repetitive box shape pattern
Measures: 4.11' x 7'.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Colorful Vintage Persian Square Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century Persian gabbeh colorful square rug.
Measures: 5''' x 6'6''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Colorful Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century Persian Gabbeh rug
Measures: 4'8'' x 6'11''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Checkerboard Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Persian Gabbeh rug with an all-over checkerboard design
Measures: 4'' x 7'.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61096 vintage Persian Bakhtiari rug, 10'02 x 13'03.
With its classic four seasons panel design, incredible detail and texture, this hand-knotted w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Hamadan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61185 Antique Persian Hamadan Rug, 04.05 x 08.03.
With its timeless style, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Hamadan rug is poised to impress. Th...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
61173 Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner, 03'06 x 12'02.
Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Hamadan r...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Blue Modern Peshawar Overdyed Handmade Indian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful overdyed hand-knotted wool rug with a blue color field. This Persian rug has gray accents in an all-over floral design.
This rug measures: 12' x 14'11".
Our Rugs are prof...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ref No 8898 Vintage
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
Mid-20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Style - Vintage Kurdish Flatweave
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
Mid-Century Style Vintage Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug with Checkered Pattern Inspired by Karl Benjamin
By Theo van Doesburg, Karl Benjamin
Located in Dallas, TX
61165 Vintage Persian Gabbeh rug with Checkered Pattern Inspired by Karl Benjamin 06'05 x 08'05. With its checkerboard design, incredible detail and text...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven Afghan kilim flat weave runner rug
Mid-20th Century
Beautiful geometric design, with predominant colors in maroon, orange, blue, and br...
Category
Mid-20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
61140 Vintage Persian Hamadan runner, 03'05 x 10'03.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Checkerboard Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61071 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug with Checkerboard Design, 03'10 x 07'03. Neutral earth-tone Persian Gabbeh rugs represent a traditional style known for their simplicity, thick pile,...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Runner, Beige, Brown, Purple, Blue Hues
Located in Asheville, NC
Vintage Persian hand woven runner / rug - measures 2’10 x 9’6.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Hand-knotted Wool Contemporary Persian Rug, Cream and Natural Gray, 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
With a simple yet elegant geometric design, Excelsior possesses the power to transform any space. Using the Empire State design as its foundation, Excelsior offers a simplified expre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Rain" Contemporary Wool Persian Rug, Taupe, and Cream, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
Collaborative with virtually any style interior, Orley Shabahang’s Rain No.2 measures 8’11” x 11’7” and is hand-knotted in pure wool. With cascadi...
Category
2010s Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Rabbit Hole" Contemporary Wool, Neutral, Persian Rug, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
Get lost in the beauty of this abstract wool area rug. Rabbit Hole utilizes a concentric design, created in entirely undyed wool, that pulls the viewer inwards toward the center. Pla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Mid-Century Modern 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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