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Material: Silk
Extremely Fine Silk Persian Qum Area Rug 3'1" x 4'8"
Located in New York, NY
Qom rugs (or Qum, Ghom, Ghum) are made in the Qom Province of Iran, around 100 km south of Tehran. Although rug weaving in Qom was not a major industry until the past 100 years, the ...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$3,200 Sale Price
67% Off
Vintage Nain Rug 3'9'' x 5'6''
Located in New York, NY
Production began in the 1930’s in the central Persian town of Nain, and this small scatter is characteristic of the very fine pieces from the 1960’s. The soft salmon-rose round octog...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Persian Tabriz Rug Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
This Persian Tabriz runner has wool & silk pile and cotton foundation. Tabriz rugs are well known for their excellent weaving and design. This rug features a beautiful floral rug pat...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:13'9 X 9'11
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 13'9 X 9'11
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Center Medallion Pournami
Approximate Age: 20 years(new)
Quality ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 16'4 X 11'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk 16'4 X 11'3
Key Details:
Pile: Kork(baby lamb wool)
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: 70 years
Quality (K...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug - Size: 13'1 X 10'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The history of Tabriz rugs dates back to the 16th century, during the Safavid dynasty, when Tabriz became a prominent center for carpet weaving. The city’s strategic location along...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Qom Rug in Silk - Size: 7'9x5'4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Qom rugs, hailing from the historic city of Qom in central Iran, are some of the finest and most luxurious Persian rugs available. Renowned for their intricate craftsmanship, vibrant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Silk Kashan Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This finely handwoven silk Kashan, circa 1930 has truly remarkable detail and attains to the skill of the weavers in creating this glorious tug. It will br...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$31,360
Vintage Persian Qom Rashtizadeh Rug - Size: 6'7x4'8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Qom rugs, hailing from the historic city of Qom in central Iran, are some of the finest and most luxurious Persian rugs available. Renowned for their intricate craftsmanship, vibrant...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Fine Vintage Persian Nain Area Rug 3'0" x 6'6"
Located in New York, NY
Nain rugs are constructed using the Persian knot and typically have between 300 and 700 knots per square inch. The pile is usually very high quality wool, clipped short, and silk is ...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$3,920 Sale Price
55% Off
Very fine Persian Isfahan Silk & Wool Rug - 11.6' x 8.4'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Isfahan 600 Knots per inch, Size 11.6 x 8.4 Iran Isfahan Enishri Wool and Silk with a Silk Foundation. Around 8,000,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It takes ...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Silk Tabriz Rug, 19th century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Silk Tabriz Rug, 19th century
This lustrous silk Persian prayer rug blends traditional Persian aesthetics with Neoclassical style. Prominent architect...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Isfahan Rug in Wool & Silk - Size: 5'3 X 3'8 Z514
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Isfahan rugs are renowned for their exceptional quality, intricate designs, and rich cultural heritage. Handwoven in the historic city of Isfahan, these rugs feature a blend of luxur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 10'8x6'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk 10'8x6'10
Key Details:
Pile: Kork and silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Nami prayer
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 625
Condition: New...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:16'8 X 11'8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 16'8 X 11'8
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Shirfar
Quality (KPI): 525
Condition: Good
Dimension: 16'8 x 11'8
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Nain Rug in - Size: 9'8x6'6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Nain Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 9'8x6'6
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Nain
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 625...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Isfahan Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 10'3 X 6'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Isfahan rugs are renowned for their exceptional quality, intricate designs, and rich cultural heritage. Handwoven in the historic city of Isfahan, these rugs feature a blend of luxur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
Extremely fine Persian Tabriz 70 Raj. Wool and Silk with a Silk foundation Rug
Located in New York, NY
Extremely fine Persian Tabriz 70 Raj. Wool and Silk with a Silk foundation Rug 7'0'' x 10'0''
Category
20th Century Asian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size: 5'2x3'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 5'2x3'3
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 700
Cond...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:16'7 X 11'5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 16'7 X 11'5
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: shirfar
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 500
Condition: Good
Di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Persian Silk Ghom Rug
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Fine Silk Qom Rug – A Masterpiece of Persian Elegance
Bring the beauty of Persia into your home with this stunning Silk Qom rug, adorned with a large floral medallion and intricate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$5,425 Sale Price
30% Off
New Persian Tabriz Rug - Size:6'4x4'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 6'4x4'10
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug 4'0'' x 5'8''
Located in New York, NY
Tabriz is believed to have incorporated curved lines that were commonly used in ottoman rugs to Persian weaving while working as the first seat of the royal weaving workshops of Safavid rugs...
Category
1890s Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Qom Rug in Pure Silk - Size: 5'2x3'5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Qom rugs, hailing from the historic city of Qom in central Iran, are some of the finest and most luxurious Persian rugs available. Renowned for their intricate craftsmanship, vibrant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Isfahan Sanayeh Rug in Wool and Silk - Size: 6'11x5'1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Isfahan rugs are renowned for their exceptional quality, intricate designs, and rich cultural heritage. Handwoven in the historic city of Isfahan, these rugs feature a blend of luxur...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Hand-Knotted Antique Persian Tabriz Rug All Over Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 4x5 antique Tabriz Persian rug in beige-brown colors, hand knotted in all pile silk originating circa 1890-1900. In pristine condition with soothing decorative elements seldom seen...
Category
1890s Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Tabriz Shirfar Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:11'10 X 8'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Shirfar Rug in Wool and Silk 11'10 X 8'3
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz Shirfar
Design: Center Medallion
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Qom Rug in Silk - Size: 6'6x6'6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Qom rugs, hailing from the historic city of Qom in central Iran, are some of the finest and most luxurious Persian rugs available. Renowned for their intricate craftsmanship, vibrant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:16'8 X 11'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 16'8 X 11'3
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Shirfar
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 00
Condition: Good
Dim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton - Size:13'4 X 9'11
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 13'4 X 9'11
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Allover faraji
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 450
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Naein Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton- Size: 11'10 X 8'2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Naein Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 11'10 X 8'2
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Naein
Design: Center Medallion
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 625
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Naein Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton- Size: 13'8 X 8'6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Naein Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 13'8 X 8'6
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Naein
Design: allover
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 625
Condition: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk- Size: 11'7 X 8'2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 11'7 X 8'2
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin:Tabriz
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age:15(NEW)
Quality (KPI): 700
Condit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool & Silk - Size: 10'7x6'8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool & Silk 10'7x6'8
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 800
Cond...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Azerbaijani Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Silk Persian Qom Pair Rug in Pure Silk - Size: 7' X 11'1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Qom rugs, hailing from the historic city of Qom in central Iran, are some of the finest and most luxurious Persian rugs available. Renowned for their intricate craftsmanship, vibrant...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Nain Rug - Size:6'7 X 10'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Nain Rug in Kork, Silk and Cotton 6'7 X 10'3
Key Details:
Pile: Kork and silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Nain
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 625
Co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk- Size: 15'11 X 10'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 15'11 X 10'7
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Golestan sadie
Approximate Age: 25(NEW)
Quality (KPI): 700
Condi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Fine Persian Tabriz
Located in New York, NY
A Tabriz rug/carpet is a type in the general category of Persian carpets from the city of Tabriz, the capital city of East Azarbaijan Province in north west of Iran totally populated...
Category
1970s Persian Tabriz Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$14,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Qum Brown Beige and Red Silk Persian Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Persia between 1930-1950, this vintage Persian rug enjoys a unique Qum design with a series of intricate borders and column-based floral imagery complementary to its...
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Rug 5'0" x 6'0"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Rug 5'0" x 6'0". Tabriz is 30 miles down the road from the rural Heriz weaving area and influences have easily travelled in both directions....
Category
1970s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Late 19th Century Persian Silk Kashan by Kazan ( 3'2" x 4' - 98 x 122 )
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Persian Silk Kashan by Kazan ( 3'2" x 4' - 98 x 122 )
Category
1890s Persian Kashan Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Sarouk Farahan Persian Rug In Gold, Red Floral Medallions Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool circa 1880-1900, this 3x6 antique Persian rug of Sarouk Farahan provenance is a rare and gorgeous collectible of its weaving tradition—an exciting new cla...
Category
1880s Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Late of 19th Century Heriz Silk Rug - Antique Heriz Rug, Antique Collectible Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This antique Heriz rug is a hand-woven work of art from silk, dating back to the late 19th century. This carpet, decorated with rich geometric shapes and motifs, has a color palette ...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Fine Wool and Silk Nain Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Finely woven in a combination of wool and silk to create a classically beautiful rug. Nain’s are the ne plus ultra of vintage Persian rugs. Ultra-fine. Ultra-velvety (from Kurk wool)...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Old Pure Silk Persian Accent Rug in Orange
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introduce a touch of luxury and timeless elegance to your home with our Pure Silk Persian Accent Rug in Orange and Beige Tones. This exquisite piece exemplifies the finest Persian cr...
Category
1950s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Habibian Wool and Silk Rug 5'5'' x 9'0''
Located in New York, NY
Close to the western edge of the great desert Dasht-e-Kavir, 200 kilometers east of Isfahan is the picturesque city of Nain. In the city one can see the characteristic clay buildings...
Category
1950s Persian Other Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Extremely Fine Silk Persian Qum Rug 4'5'' x 7'0''
Located in New York, NY
Various birds flutter among the stems, branches, flowers and foliage of the swaying composite trees on the sand ground of this finely woven, recent city piece. The trees grow from lo...
Category
1970s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Isfahan Rug 4'10'' x 6'8''
Located in New York, NY
The old ivory field with a dense layering of palmettes and spiral vines is classic Isfahan, but the double central tall motif consisting of two vases, associated botehs, largwe and ...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
$14,400 Sale Price
36% Off
Very fine Persian Isfahan Silk & Wool Rug - 7.7' x 5'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Isfahan 600 Knots per inch, Size 7.7 x 5 Iran Isfahan Enteshari Wool and Silk with a Silk Foundation. Around 3,000,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It takes 2...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Extremely Fine Silk Persian Qum Rug 6'5'' x 9'8''
Located in New York, NY
The crisp blue sub-field shows a medallion-conforming meander dividing the small flower-decorated ground. The stepped and part-scalloped ecru medallion features rose bouquets and a c...
Category
1970s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Circa 1930 Persian Keshan Silk Rug - Vintage Silk Rug, Silk Area Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This early 20th-century antique Keshan rug is notable for its rich colors, intricate pattern and hand-woven craftsmanship.
Pattern and Colors: This rug is decorated with an intricat...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Old Silk & Wool Persian Accent Rug in Gold and Red 5x7
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Infuse your home with luxurious elegance and timeless beauty with our Old Silk & Wool Persian Accent Rug in Gold and Red. This exquisite rug combines the rich heritage of Persian cra...
Category
1950s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Silk Heriz Rug, circa 1880
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique silk Heriz rug, circa 1880. A finely woven Heriz silk rug the central ivory field filled with exquisite floral and leaf designs together wit...
Category
19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Armenian Silk Embroidery Rug, Late 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Armenian Silk Embroidery Rug, Late 20th Centruy
Additional Information:
Dimensions: 2'7" W x 3'9" L
Origin: Armenia
Period: Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Caucasian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Kashan Runner 5’3” x 13’0"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Kashan Runner 5’3” x 13’0". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and scatter rugs, with dominant reds and navy, and medallion pa...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Tappeto persiano Vintage Bakhtiari con disegno Four Seasons con seta, extra fine
Located in Foligno, Perugia
Tappeto persiano Vintage Bakhtiari con disegno Four Seasons con seta, extra fine.
Questa meravigliosa opera di altissima qualità porta la definizione ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
$6,302 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Silk Heriz Prayer Rug - Late 19th Century Silk Heriz Rug, Antique Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Late 19th Century Silk Heriz Rug
Size: 130x185 cm
This impressive late 19th-century Silk Heriz Carpet is a masterpiece reflecting the elegant and sophisticated craftsmanship of a hi...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Tabriz Isari - Size: 13 ft 4 in x 9 ft 11 in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Tabriz rug boasts a unique and luxurious construction, with a fork pile and a silk foundation, creating an exquisite blend of textures and durability. The contrast between the s...
Category
1970s Persian Tabriz Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 10'0" × 12'0" (304 × 365 cm)
Although presently made, this new rug richly draws from traditional oriental craft. It was carefully ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Silk Tabriz Nezam - Size: 14 ft 0 in x 9 ft 9 in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Tabriz rug, skillfully woven by Nezam, represents a captivating blend of artistry and tradition. Renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, Tabriz rugs are cherished ...
Category
1990s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Handmade Silk Persian Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage silk Persian rugs in your home decor.
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, authentic 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. Although this 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. 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.
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 older 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.
When shopping for vintage silk 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, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
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