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Material: Silk
Gorgeous Small Fine Luxurious Floral Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug 3'8" x 5'7"
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Small Scatter Size Fine Luxurious Floral Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Fine Room Size Vintage Persian Luxury Gonbad Design Silk Qum Rug 10' x 13'8"
Located in New York, NY
Fine Room Size Vintage Persian Luxury Gonbad Design Silk Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Small Artistic Green Fine Luxurious Vintage Qum Persian Silk Rug 4'4" x 6'10"
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Small Artistic Green Background Fine Luxurious Vintage Qum Persian Silk Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Gorgeous Small Size Fine Weave Vintage Persian Silk Qum Luxury Rug 4'7" x 6'10"
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Small Size Fine Weave Vintage Persian Silk Qum Luxury Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Fine Weave Floral Design Vintage Ivory Persian Silk Qum Rug 3'4" x 5'2"
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious Small Size Fine Weave Floral Design Vintage Ivory Persian Silk Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug 6'4" x 6’5”
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug 6'4" x 6’5”. Fine to very finely woven, silk and wool rugs, mostly scatters, from the central Persian religious capital. Industry began in the 193...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Tabriz in an Allover Pattern in Navy Blue, Tan, Brown, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
Elevate your space with this magnificent vintage Persian Tabriz rug, crafted in the early 1900s with an intricate allover pattern inspired by the celebrated "Sickle and Leaf" designs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
19th Century Kashan Mothashem Silk Rug
Located in HILVERSUM, NH
A very nice piece of craftsmanship from the workshop of Mothashem in Iran.
High knot density and in perfect condition hung on the wall.
Category
1880s Persian Kashan Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$27,872 Sale Price
20% Off
Late of 19th Century Gerrus Design Bidjar Carpet
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Late of 19th Century Gerrus Design Bidjar Carpet
Known as “iron rug of Persia” this incredible vintage persian Bijar represent the sought after Garrus design. Beautifully drawn khar...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Metal
Tabriz Rug 9'9'' x 13'9''
Located in New York, NY
Tabriz Rug 9'9'' x 13'9''. This well-woven NW Persian urban creation shows an unusual allover pattern of free-falling crescent-shaped rosette racemes, with a back scatter of small ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 10'0" × 13'10" (304 × 421 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
Antique Persian Silk Kashan, circa 1900
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Silk Kashan, circa 1900. Finely woven in luxurious silk the detail and the yellow ground together shimmer that will create ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Persian Isfahan Rug 5’3" x 9’2”
Located in New York, NY
Persian Isfahan Rug 5’3" x 9’2”. The picturesque, old Persian capital, which since the early 20th century has woven fine or extremely fine scatters to large carpets, often in complex...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
PAK Persian Tabriz Rug 9'9" x 13’9”
Located in New York, NY
PAK Persian Tabriz Rug 9'9" x 13’9”. The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allover, trein a variety of densitie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Persian Tabriz Rug With Geometric Heriz Pattern in Black, Pink, Ivory, Brown
Located in Barrington, IL
This fine Persian Tabriz rug is a rare masterpiece that beautifully captures the spirit of classic Heriz village rugs through the precision and artistry of a Tabriz workshop. Hand-kn...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Fine Persian Silk Qum Runner 2'8'' x 11'9''
Located in New York, NY
Fine Persian Silk Qum Runner 2'8'' x 11'9''. From the central Persian Islamic Shrine City, this finely woven narrow runner with a clipped low pile shows a sandy cream field with five...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Room Size Persian Tabriz in Medallion Floral Pattern in Ivory, Chocolate, Camel
Located in Barrington, IL
This exquisite room-size Persian Tabriz rug, woven circa the late 1900s, is a beautiful example of fine craftsmanship from the renowned Shirfar workshop — one of the most prestigiou...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Woven by the Artist Master Weaver. Wool & Silk
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Woven by the Artist Master Weaver. Wool & Silk Runner 2'9'' x 13'4''.
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Woven by the Artist Master Weaver Wool & Silk
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Woven by the Artist Master Weaver Wool & Silk Runner 2'7'' x 10'7''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Rug 5'9'' x 8'9''
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Rug 5'9'' x 8'9''. This finely woven modern central Persian urban large scatter presets a near black sub-field contrasting sharply with the ...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug 6'7" x 9’11"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug 6'7" x 9’11". Fine to very finely woven, silk and wool rugs, mostly scatters, from the central Persian religious capital. Industry began in the 19...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Tabriz-Style Rug in Natural Tones
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th/20th c. Tabriz-style rug, finely woven, low pile wool-silk blend in nature inspired tones, central lozenge-shaped medallion, dark blue border.
The color palette is a very attra...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Silk Qum Rug - 19th Century Silk Qum Rug, Antique Rug, Vintage Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
19th Century Silk Qum Rug
This magnificent 19th-century antique Qum (Gohm) rug offers not just decor, but a slice of history. Every intricate detail woven into this masterpiece tell...
Category
19th Century Asian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Royal Tabriz Cork Wool with Silk, circa 1980, Master Signature
Located in Berlin, DE
Royal Tabriz cork wool with silk, circa 1980, master signature
Finely woven Tabriz carpet with cork wool and silk. Symmetrically structured decors A medallion in the center. Recen...
Category
20th Century Unknown Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Cork
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 2’1” x 5’0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 2’1” x 5’0". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and scatter rugs, with dominant reds and navy, and medallion patterns and swirling palm...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Persian Kashan One of Pair Rug 4'3" x 6’8"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan One of Pair Rug 4'3" x 6’8". Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and scatter rugs, with dominant reds and navy, and medallion patterns and s...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Persian Tabriz Runner in Medallion Floral Pattern in Ivory, Pale Blue, and Sage
Located in Barrington, IL
This exquisite Persian Tabriz runner, woven in the late 1900s, showcases a sophisticated medallion floral pattern enriched with extensive silk highlights. Hand-knotted with a wool pile on a cotton foundation, the runner features a luminous ivory field adorned with four elegant medallions in sage green and cream, detailed with delicate floral motifs in shades of gray, gold, and brown. The border, rendered in a soft pale green, complements the field beautifully, while the corner spandrels in sage green and taupe are intricately woven with floral designs in blue, green, and shimmering silk gold. The masterful use of silk throughout creates a stunning visual depth, changing with the light and adding an extraordinary richness to this piece. Truly a refined and timeless runner that brings understated luxury to any hallway or gallery space.
Dimensions: 2’ 9” x 12’ 8”
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Persia
Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with silk highlights
Condition: Excellent
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1808
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Category
1990s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Antique Qom Silk Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Although a more recent addition to the Persian rug-making tradition, Qom (or Qum) rugs have carved out a place for themselves with their distinctive st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$11,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Charkoy Kilim Rug 4’0" x 5’10”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Charkoy Kilim Rug 4’0" x 5’10”. This Balkan Sharkoi tapestry woven rug shows a giant central bouquet within a hexagonal frame, all on a rich red ground, with sketchy lobed co...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Qum Silk Rug, Late 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Qum Silk Rug, Late 20th Century
Signed Akbari
Additional Information:
Dimensions: 4'2" W x 6'8" L
Origin: Persia
Period: Late 20th Century
Rug ID: 17497
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Silk and Wool Nain Rug 7' x 11'2
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
Persian Mohammadi Qum Silk Rug, Late 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Persian Qum Silk Rug, Late 20th Century
Signed by Mohammadi
Additional Information:
Dimensions: 3'5" W x 4'1" L
Origin: Persia
Period: Late 20th Century
Rug ID: 17498
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Persia ca. 1890
5'9" x 3'11" (175 x 119 cm)
Handwoven
Category
1890s Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Rug 3'5'' x 5'2''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Rug 3'5'' x 5'2''
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Kashmir Silk Ivory / Rose Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Kashmir Silk Ivory / Rose Rug. Size: 9'-7" X 14'
Category
20th Century Persian Other Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Traditional Silk Persian Design Rug 6'4" x 9'7"
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Silk Persian Design Rug 6'4" x 9'7".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Tabriz Runner 2'6'' x 8'0"
Located in New York, NY
Tabriz Runner 2'6'' x 8'0". The ecru-ivory field of this moderately well-woven urban runner shows a central broken column of petal palmettes, open, concave diamonds and petal rosett...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Tabriz Runner 2'6'' x 10'0"
Located in New York, NY
Tabriz Runner 2'6'' x 10'0". This well-woven kenare (runner) shows a creamy ivory field enhanced by three pendanted roundels, each with eight small projecting palmettes, against a gr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Silk Persian Kashan Rug Carpet 6'9 x 9'10
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A vintage Persian silk Kashan, circa 1930. The soft ivory field filled with floral designs surrounded by a main border in reds and repeating the floral elements from the maim field. ...
Category
20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Silk Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'2'' x 5'1''
Located in New York, NY
Silk Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'2'' x 5'1''. The well-woven to finely knotted 1890 to 1910 pieces woven in the eponymous workshop or its copyists, in Tabriz, in formats ranging from ma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Carpet
Located in New York, NY
North-West Persia ca. 1880-1890
5'9" x 4'2" (175 x 127 cm)
Handwoven
Attributed to: Hadji Djalili.
Category
1880s Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
21st Century Tabriz Rug
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
Step into the realm of modern luxury with this Tabriz rug, a fusion of artistry and innovation. Designed with clean lines and bold geometric patterns, it adds a touch of sophisticati...
Category
2010s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
$2,400
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk woven Rug 4'11'' x 7'1''
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk woven Rug 4'11'' x 7'1''. Cream, medium-dark blue, straw, pale green predominate. Very fine weave on cotton. Flatwoven cotton end finishes b...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Long Rug 2'6'' x 17'1''
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Long Rug 2'6'' x 17'1''. The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allove...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Tabriz Design Rug 3'9'' x 5'9''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Tabriz Design Rug 3'9'' x 5'9''. The particularly deep and saturated red field show a classic palmette, central rosette, scrolling tendril and rosette raceme pattern, set wit...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Qum Rug Antique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Qum rugs are known by several monikers; sometimes they are referred to as Qom rugs, and other times Ghom rugs or Ghum rugs. Qum, the namesake for the Qum rug, ...
Category
1950s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$14,999
Antique Kaskhai Rug - Late 19th Century Silk Weft Kaskhai Rug, Persian Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Antique Kaskhai Rug
Late 19th Century Silk Weft Kaskhai Rug in Perfect Condition
Size 193 x 245 cm (75,9x96,4 In)
This silk kaskhai carpet is a product of intricate craftsmanship an...
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Baluch Rug in Pure Silk - Size: 5'9x3'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Baluch Rug in Pure Silk 5'9x3'10
Key Details:
Pile: Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Baluch
Design: allover
Approximate Age: 45 years
Quality (KPI): 400
Condition: Good
Dimensi...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Turkaman Rug in Pure Silk - Size: 10'9x6'8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkaman Rug in Pure Silk 10'9x6'8
Key Details:
Pile: Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Turkaman
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: 50 years
Quality (KPI): 600
Condition:...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Isfahan Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 6'7 X 10'3
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 luxurious wool and silk, creating a stunning contrast of texture and sheen. The intricate patterns are inspired by Persian art and architecture, with designs that showcase fine craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Each rug is meticulously knotted by skilled artisans using natural dyes, resulting in vibrant, long-lasting colors. Perfect for adding elegance and sophistication to any space, they serve as both functional floor coverings and exquisite works of art.
New Isfahan Rug...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
Vintage Persian Nain Rug - Size: 9'10 X 5'4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Naein rugs, hailing from the small city of Naein in central Iran, are celebrated for their refined craftsmanship, elegant designs, and exceptional quality. Handwoven by skilled artis...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, 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: Allover Pazarik
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 500
Condition: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Naein Rug - Size: 17'9 X 11'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Naein Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 17'9 X 11'10
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Naein
Design: Allover
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 650
Condition...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Souf Rug in Silk and Gold Plated Threads - Size:13'4 X 9'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Souf Rug in Silk and Gold Plated 13'4 X 9'7
Key Details:
Pile: silk and gold plated metallic
Foundation: cold color silk
Origin: Tabriz souf
Design: shahsavarpour
Approxi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Gold Plate
New Persian Tabriz Pournami Rug in Kork and Silk - Size:13'10 X 9'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Pournami Rug in Kork and Silk 13'10 X 9'10
Key Details:
Pile: Kork & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz Pournami
Design: Pournami
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 55...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
New Persian Nain Rug - Size: 9'6 X 6'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Nain Rug in Kork, Silk and Cotton 9'6 X 6'7
Key Details:
Pile: Kork and silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Nain
Design: allover
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 625
Condition: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton - Size:16'10 X 11'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 16'10 X 11'7
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Tabriz
Design: fish
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 400
Condition:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Persian Isfahan Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 6'9 X 9'10
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
New Persian Isfahan Center Medallion Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 6'7 X 10'3
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
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk - Size:9'11 X 6'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk 9'11 X 6'7
Key Details:
Pile: Kork and silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Shahsavarpour
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 550
Co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, 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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