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Persian Rugs For Sale
Style: Rococo
Style: Kazak
Antique Handwoven Luxury Kazak Wool Red / Ivory Runner 4'4" x 9'
Located in Secaucus, NJ
An Antique Persian fine Kazak runner is a slender and captivating textile originating from the Kazak region in the Caucasus. Handwoven with premium wool and natural dyes, its bold ge...
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20th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red / Ivory Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red / Ivory Rug
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20th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Unbelievable Early 20th Century Kazak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unbelievable early 20th century Persian Kazak rug with two large geometric medallions, one yellow and one blue, with multiple "arms" radiating outward. The medallions live amidst ...
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1920s Russian Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Lovely Northwest Persian Eclectic Persian Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique Northwest Persian eclectic pattern rug from the early 20th century.
Measures: 3'10'' x 17'8''.
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Early 20th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Afghan Kazak Wool Nomadic Area Rug Runner Geometric 8 Point Stars
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century wool nomadic Kazak rug from Afghanistan. Features a field of blue with geometric design and colorful border of 8 point stars.
Category
Mid-20th Century Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Incredible Early 20th Century Karabak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
Incredible early 20th century Karabak rug with an all-over large-scale floral and vine pattern woven in light and dark indigo, gold, white, and brown colored wool on a crimson colore...
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Early 1900s Persian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Fachralo Kazak Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Antique Fachralo Kazak rug that measures in at 4’6” by 5’2” ft. This Rug is in excellent condition considering its rich history. Feel free to message me in regards to this...
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19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Mashhad Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
74946 Vintage Red Persian Mashhad Rug, 09'07 X 12'09. Ravishing and refined, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Mashhad area rug exudes elegance with its intricate design. At its...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous late 19th century Persian Azerbaijani Kazak runner with an all-over stylized floral pattern woven in myriad colors including crimson, cream, pink, indigo, and gold, and al...
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Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Kazak Chelaberd Design Rug from Karaja Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Karaja Heriz rug with Kazak Chelanrd antique design
Beautiful rug with traditional Caucasian design.
THIS BEAUTIFUL MEDIUM SIZE RUG WAS KNOTTED USING FINE WOOL AND NATURAL DYES. THI...
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1940s Azerbaijani Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Kazak rug Achma-Yumma Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Karabagh Kazak rug Achma-Yumma karabagh antique
STUNNING RUG WITH VIBRANT COLORS - BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR DESIGN RUG.
THIS BEAUTIFUL MEDIUM SIZE KAZAK RUG WAS KNOTTED USING FINE WOOL AN...
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1920s Azerbaijani Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Fine Kerman Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Covered thousand flower main field with scalloped corner spandrels and inwardly directed trefoil blossoms with Rococo stylized outlines and vines. Main border in a Safavid inspire...
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1940s Persian Rococo Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Persian Kazak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 20th century Persian Kazak rug with three central medallions each with an endless knot pattern surrounded by stylized floral patterns, and all surrounded by a com...
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Early 1900s Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Fine Kazak Handwoven Luxury Wool Light Blue/Ivory Runner
Located in Secaucus, NJ
An antique Persian fine Kazak runner is a slender and captivating textile originating from the Kazak region in the Caucasus. Handwoven with premium wool and natural dyes, its bold ge...
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20th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kerman Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Square center medallion with densely ornamented Rococo stylization surrounding a central quatrefoil outwardly bursting floral bouquet atop an open field. Main border in a floral c...
Category
1960s Asian Rococo Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Pink Persian Silk Qum Rug, 13'07 x 20'01
Located in Dallas, TX
72891 Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, 13'07 X 20'01. Emanating French Romanticism with incredible detail and texture, this vintage Persian silk Qum rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. The visual complexity and dreamy colorway woven into this piece work together emulating true decadence. A concentric round medallion takes center stage. An allover floral pattern composed of blooming palmettes, leafy tendrils, and arabesque vines intwined with peony, carnation, and lotus flowers rhythmically dance in a frenzied garden of silky beige. Elaborate spandrels boasting Baroque elements radiate from the corners. An elegant millefleur border enclosed with a series of ornamental floral meander guard borders create a refreshing finish to a formal composition. With its highly decorative aesthetic and regal charm, this palatial Persian rug can add an air of formality.
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: Rococo, French Provincial, Rocaille, Louis XV, Louis XIV, Parisian, Baroque, Empire, Romantic, Georgian, Neoclassical, Southern Living, Renaissance, Victorian, Regency, European, Old World, English Country, Tudor, Manor House and Traditional. Whether in a formal setting with elaborate furnishings or in an Ottoman style interior, this oversized silk Persian rug will bring vibrant life where it is displayed.
Rendered in variegated shades of beige, pink coral, rose, salmon, ink blue, black, red, tan, light green, baby blue, sage, and brown with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted silk.
Made in Iran.
Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 14 x 20 Rug...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique N.W. Persian Rug with Geometrics in Terracotta Red, Royal Blue & Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique 19th century N.W. Persian Rug with Geometrics in Terracotta Red, Royal Blue, brown & Green. Keivan Woven Arts / W22-1201, country of origin / type: Iran / N.W. Persian, circa...
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1890s Persian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bright and Bold Colorful Modern Kazak Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a bright, colorful, and geometric design, this modern Kazak carpet measures 7’11” x 9’7” and is hand-knotted in pure wool. Illustrating a traditional Persian Kazak design,...
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2010s Persian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1970s Signed Vintage Pastel Persian Shirfar Tabriz Wool and Fine Silk Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
21676 Vintage Persian Shirfar Tabriz Rug, 05'10 x 09'06. Crafted by the skilled hands of Shir Far, a revered master weaver hailing from Tabriz, Iran, this vintage Persian Tabriz rug embodies the essence of exquisite artistry and timeless elegance. Shir Far is renowned for his unparalleled craftsmanship, distinguished by high-quality materials, distinctive designs, and captivating color combinations. His hallmark, a signature cartouche inscription delicately centered within the guard border, serves as a testament to his mastery and attention to detail.
Intricately designed with a touch of Rococo opulence, this hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Persian Shirfar Tabriz rug exudes an air of timeless elegance. The allover floral motif, delicately woven in soft pastel hues, evokes a sense of refined grandeur reminiscent of Rococo aesthetics. At the heart of the rug lies a cusped medallion, surrounded by a lush floral featuring blooming palmettes, curled sickle leaves, and cascading arabesque vines adorned with peonies, carnations, and lotus flowers. The medallion's ornate design is further accentuated by dramatic corner spandrels, boasting intricate baroque elements that set the stage for an abundance of flower garlands and organic leafy mounds.
Encapsulating the floral medallion is a border adorned with a variation of Rococo-inspired floral motifs, delicately intertwined with inner and outer botanical floral guard bands. The border exudes decadent beauty, framing the rug with a sense of lavishness and refinement characteristic of Rococo design. The dreamy color palette, with its soft pastel tones, adds to the rug's allure, creating a harmonious balance between elegance and subtlety. With its elaborate detailing and sophisticated design, this vintage floral Persian rug...
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Late 20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
19th Century Antique Shirvan Kilim with Intricate Design in with Vibrant Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Shirvan Kilim with Intricate Design in with Vibrant Colors, 19th century. Antique Shirvan Kilim Rug in with amazing intricacy and vibrant...
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kazak Wool Textile Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary vintage throw rug hand-crafted out of wool this piece features a traditional design and is in a good condition has normal wear from ...
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1940s Unknown Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kazak Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wool on wool foundation antique Kazak woven in the late 1800's. Naturally worn to perfection, this rug will have the borders repaired before shipment.
Wear Notes: 4
Wear Gui...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kazak Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age : 120 years
Material: Wool on Cotton
Wear Notes: 4
Wear Guide:
Vintage and antique rugs are by nature, pre-loved and may show evidence of their past. There are varying deg...
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Early 1900s Persian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with a Central Floral Medallion
Located in Atlanta, GA
1880's Antique Caucasian Kuba rug with a Central Medallion in teal and variety of red tones with oxidized charcoal/brown. Keivan Woven Arts/ Rug/ B-0537 Origin/ Caucasian, Circa/1880...
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19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkish Azeri Rug Vintage with Kazak Caucasian Design Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Stunning Turkish Kazak Azeri rug vintage with Caucasian Design - Djoharian Collection
Turkish rugs and carpets are mainly made of fine, hand-spun wool,
This wonderful and stunning example comes from Eastern Anatolia.
This rug was made with four decorative octogonal shaped guls. The style reminds of Heriz, Shirvan and Armenian rugs.
Origin: Turkey
Pile material: Fine hand-spun wool, excellent full pile condition
Weft material: Wool
Warp material: Wool
Structure: Soft and with a dense pile - fine sheep's wool.
Colors: rbrown, beige,blue, green.
This is vintage rug is in very good vintage condition with full pile.
It is fresh washed.
Size: approx. 6.7 x 4.5 ft, 79 x 53 inch or 195 x 135 cm (plus fringe on one side and a kilim border on the other side)
The design can be categorized in Persian rugs, Caucasian rugs, Karabagh rugs, Azeri rugs, Heriz rugs and Turkish rugs. The age is vintage or semi antique...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Sub-Geometric Star Medallions Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Caucasian Kazak rug with Sub-Geometric Star Medallions Design. Keivan Woven Arts / rug R20-0809, country of origin / type: Caucasus / Kazak, circa Late-19th Century. Antique ...
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Early 20th Century Caucasian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Perepedil Kazak Rug Hand Knotted in Azerbaijan Vintage Semi Antique Rug
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Vintage Perepedil Kazak rug, hand knotted mid-20th century.
A beautiful Kazak rug from Azerbaijan. Best quality wool and vibrant colors.
• Beautiful semi antique Kazak rug
•...
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Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkish Azeri Rug Vintage with Kazak Caucasian Design Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Stunning Turkish Kazak Azeri rug vintage with Caucasian and Heriz Design - Djoharian Collection
Turkish rugs and carpets are mainly made of fine, hand-spun wool,
This wonderful ...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Sqaure Antique Colorful Kuba Caucasian Rug with Cross Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sqaure antique colorful Kuba Caucasian rug with Cross Medallions. Keivan Woven Arts. Rug R20-0818, country of origin / type: Caucuses / Kuba, circa ...
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Hallway Runner Caucasian Rug Vintage Azeri Turkmen Design Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Stunning stairway or hallway runner wool rug, hand-knotted in Caucasus / Azerbaijan.
Caucasian design rugs and carpets are mainly made of fine, ...
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1960s Azerbaijani Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Kazak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable early 20th century Persian Kazak rug with the most wonderful pattern containing two large white diamond medallions with stylized floral patterns amidst a field of more s...
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1930s Persian Kazak Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkish Azeri Rug Vintage with Caucasian and Heriz Design Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Stunning Turkish Azeri rug vintage with Caucasian and Heriz Design - Djoharian Collection
Turkish rugs and carpets are mainly made of fine, hand-...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Blue Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Caucasian Kuba rug from the early 20th Century
Measures: 3'5'' x 5'
Antique Caucasian rugs from the Shirvan district village are still considered one of the best decorative a...
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Early 20th Century Caucasian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Tribal Kazak Rug Caucasus Region
Located in Dallas, TX
78210 Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug, 04'06 x 06'06. Caucasian Kazak rugs, originating from the Caucasus region and particularly associated with the Kazakh people, represent a rich trad...
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Multicolored Medallions Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Geometrics Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Geometric Design Kazak Caucasian Antique rug in jewel tones with layered medallions. Keivan Woven Arts / rug 18-1001, country of origin / type: Caucasus
Kazak rugs are among the m...
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1880s Caucasian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Shirvan Vintage Rug Azerbeijan Blue Beige Orange Purple Midcentury Gendje Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Beautiful semi antique Shirvan vintage rug Azerbeijan 11 x 3 ft / 344 x 92 cm Bohemian carpet red, green, beige, blue, gray - midcentury
• Beautiful vintage rug 1960s mid-century
...
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Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1970s Signed Vintage Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78172 Vintage Persian Shirfar Tabriz Rug 08'01 x 12'00. Fashioned by the skilled expertise of Shir Far, a respected master weaver originating from Tabriz...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Wool
1980s Signed Vintage Persian Shirfar Tabriz Palatial Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77437 Vintage Persian Tabriz Shirfar Rug, 15'10 x 26'07. Bedizened with intricate embellishments and balanced symmetry, this vintage Persian Tabriz Shirfar rug, crafted from hand-kno...
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Late 20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Wool
Colorful Jewel-Toned Antique Caucasian Karabagh Runner with All-Over Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful jewel-toned antique Caucasian Karabagh runner . Herati all over background. Keivan Woven Arts rug/W22-0201, country of origin / type: Caucasus / Karabagh, circa 1900.
Mea...
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Early 20th Century Caucasian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Fine Distressed Cyrus Crown Kerman Square Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
Starburst roundel center medallion with Rococo stylization and intricate detailing atop a thousand flower stylized main field with corner spandrel overlays inwardly directed and tref...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Colorful Antique Persian Lori Rug with All-Over Geometric Tribal Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lori antique Persian in multi-colors with large scale all-over geometric tribal design,
Keivan Woven Arts / rug EMB-9569-P13068, country of origin / type: Iran / lori, circa 1900
...
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Early 20th Century Caucasian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Distressed Kermanshah Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Ornate oversized medallion with bursting floral contour in scalloped and trefoil orientation wrapped by intricate Rococo stylized outlines atop a predominantly open field. Colors ...
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Early 18th Century Persian Rococo Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Hamadan Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Oversize roundel center medallion with rococo stylized outlines atop a heavily abrashed, predominately open, field. Colors and shades include: Faded denim...
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1930s Persian Rococo Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Mahal Square Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Scrolling oversized serrated leaves and arabesques paired with wreath design elements with hints of rococo stylization. Colors and shades include: An...
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1920s Persian Rococo Vintage Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Zanjan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid-20th century rug with beautiful geometrical design and red field colors with green and pink, entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation.
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Kazak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning early 20th century Persian Kazak rug with two large cross and one large diamond medallions with stylized floral and crab patterns, amidst a field of more stylized flowers ...
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Early 1900s Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Kazak Red and Ivory Wool Livingroom Rug
Located in Houston, TX
21st Century hand-woven Recreation of an antique Kazak Wool Livingroom rug. Created by our in-house designers and woven by our expert weavers in Afghanistan with hand-spun vegetable-...
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2010s Afghan Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 19th Century Kazak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An antique 19th century Perisan Kazak rug with a beautiful tribal pattern with stylized flowers, and other geometric shapes, woven in crimson, light and da...
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Late 19th Century Persian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Hamadan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Mid-20th century Hamadan rug with nice geometrical design, and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Denim Blue Antique Shirvan Kuba Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A sweet Caucasian Kuba rug from the 1920s with a pretty denim blue ground accents in earthy mustard, rust, brown, soft reds.
Measures: 2'6'' x 3'11''
Antique Caucasian rugs fro...
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 1880s Caucasian Rug, Red, Blue, and Cream, 5' x 7'
Located in New York, NY
Hand-knotted in Iran, this blue, red, and cream Persian Kazak carpet measures 5’2” x 6’11” and belongs to Orley Shabahang’s Antique collection. Created using traditional Persian weav...
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1880s Persian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage French Shiraz Style Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century french knotted rug with beautiful design of Shiraz rugs and nice colors, entirely mechanical knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
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Mid-20th Century French Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Beautiful 19th Century Yamut Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful 19th century Persian Yamut rug with an incredible geometric pattern woven in crimson, indigo, gold and natural brown wool. The border is contrasting is color, but similar...
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19th Century Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Very Beautiful Vintage Fine Caucasian Chirwan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice late 20th century Chirwan rug with beautiful geometrical shirwan Kouba design and very beautiful colors with blue, red, green, yellow and dark blue, entirely hand knotted with w...
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Late 20th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red / Navy Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Red / Navy Rug. Size: 3'-1" x 5'-6"
Category
20th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage French Shiraz Style Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
A nice midcentury French knotted rug, probably Aubusson with a beautiful Persian Shiraz design and nice colors with blue, orange and red. Entirely knotted with wool velvet on cotton ...
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Mid-20th Century French Kazak Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Distressed Antique Shiraz Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 19th century rug with beautiful geometrical design and nice colors with red, blue, grey and orange, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Kazak Antique Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nice Vintage Yalameh Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 20th century rug with nice geometrical tribal design, and beautiful colors with blue, red, green and brown, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
Category
Late 20th Century Central Asian Kazak 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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