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Material: Silk
Very fine Persian Wool and Silk Tabriz Rug 7' x 10'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Tabriz Persian rug with wool and silk pile and silk foundation. This rug has approximately 650 knots per sq inch with a total of 6,500,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Breathtaking Fine Floral Luxurious Vintage Persian Silk Kashan Rug 6'7" x 10'2"
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking Fine Floral Luxurious Vintage Persian Silk Kashan Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Impressive Fine Gallery Size Vintage Garden Silk Persian Qum 5'2" x 12'10"
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Fine Long Narrow Gallery Size Vintage Garden Design Silk Persian Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
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20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Beautiful Allover Floral Luxurious Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug 9'9" x 12'10"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Fine Allover Floral Design Luxurious Room Size Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Amazing Fine Floral Garden Vintage Luxurious Silk Persian Qum Rug 6'10" x 10'3"
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Fine Floral Garden Design Vintage Luxurious Silk Persian Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
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20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Luxurious Fine Weave Artistic Floral Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug 3'5" x 5'4"
Located in New York, NY
An Amazing Luxurious Small Size Fine Weave Artistic Floral Design Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Intricate Fine Luxurious Persian Qum Silk Hallway Runner Rug 2'7" x 12'9"
Located in New York, NY
Intricate Fine Luxurious Persian Qum Silk Hallway Runner 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
Very fine Persian Naeen Silk & Wool Rug- 10.2' x 6.11'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Nain 500 Knots per inch, Size 10.2 x 6.11 Iran Nain Habbibian Wool and Silk. Around 5,000,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It takes 3 years to complete this p...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Exceptional Large 1950s Tabriz Hand Knotted Fine Silk and Wool Carpet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This magnificent rare oversized (11’ 9” x 16’ 5”) exceptionally fine silk and wool on a silk weave foundation Persian Tabriz carpet was hand knotted, circa 1950. It’s refined quality is complimented by a unique weaving style that makes use of the more intricately involved symmetrical Ghiordes knots, a time-honored regional weaving practice. Situated in Northwestern Iran, Tabriz has an ancient history dating back to 1500 B.C. and has been long regarded as the center of carpet weaving in the world. An oversized silk and wool carpet...
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1950s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Extremely Fine Vintage Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug 3'4" x 5’2”
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Vintage Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug 3'4" x 5’2”. The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allo...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, 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 Woven by the artist Master Weaver wool & silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Woven by the artist Master Weaver wool & silk Rug 8'0'' x 8'2''. Laid out like a domical mosque interior, with layers and lay...
Category
Late 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 Tabriz Rug 13'0" x 20’0"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Rug 13'0" x 20’0". The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allover, trein a variety...
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 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
Damoka Collection Pure Silk Antique Persian Kashan - Size: 9 ft 11 in x 6 ft 3in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pure Silk Antique Kashan is a true marvel, a piece of art that transcends time and place. Originating from the revered weaving center of Kashan in Persia, these rugs are not jus...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Very fine Persian Silk Ghom - 7.8' x 5.2'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Qum 600 Knots per inch, Size 7.8 x 5.2 Iran Isfahan Kamiar Silk and Silk foundation. Around 3,400,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It takes 3 years to complet...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Very fine Persian Isfahan - 6.5' x 4.5'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Isfahan 600 Knots per inch, Size 6.5 x 4.5 Iran Isfahan Davari Wool and Silk with a Silk Foundation. Around 2,000,000 knots tied by hand one-by-one. It takes y...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Very fine Persian Silk Ghom Rug - 6.6' x 4.2'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Qum 800 Knots per inch, Size 6.6 x 4.2 Silk and Silk foundation. Around 3,000,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It takes 2 years to complete this piece of art.
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Very Fine Persian Silk Qum
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Qum 700 Knots per inch, Size 5 x 3.5 Iran Qum Ahmadi Silk and Silk foundation. Around 1,700,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It takes a year to complete this ...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Oversized Blue and Gold Wool and Silk Persian Rug with Khotan Design, 11' x 15'
Located in New York, NY
This oversized blue and gold wool and silk Persian rug with a Khotan design, sized 11' x 15', blends timeless tradition with modern craftsmanship. The hand-knotted rug showcases a cl...
Category
2010s Persian Khotan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Incredible Early 20th Century Kirman Suzani Textile
Located in Chicago, IL
An unbelievable early 20th century Kirman silk embroidered Suzani textile with a beautiful pattern of densely embroidered paisley pattern woven in myriad colors of silk thread surrou...
Category
1930s Persian Suzani Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Very Fine Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
An excellent condition Persian Tabriz rug, this hand-knotted masterpiece showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry of Persian weavers. Originating from Iran in the 1970s, ...
Category
1970s Persian Tabriz Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Qom Silk Rug
Located in Los Angeles, 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
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
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
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
Color Wheel Tapestry or Carpet Purple Base Green Pink Tibetan Wool Customizable
By Yan Lei
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The vibrant and brilliant concentric circles create a vertiginous and hallucinating visual effect. Colors are either in logic sequence or in a random mix but always carefully orchest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Very Fine Persian Nain Runner
Located in Morton Grove, IL
A very fine runner hand knotted in one of the major rug making centers in Iran,the town of Naeen.Featuring a compartment design thirty six rectangular boxes each decorated with bloss...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
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
Square Signed Fine Tabriz Silk Rug, circa 1970
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
hand knotted silk pile on a silk foundation.
Signed by weaver, circa 1970
Dimensions: 7'10" x 7'10"
Origin: Iran
Condition: Excellent
Field Color: Gold
Border Col...
Category
1970s Persian Tabriz Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Fine Wool and Silk Persian Tabriz
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool & silk pile on a cotton foundation.
Circa 2000
Dimensions: 11' x 15'8"
Origin: Iran
Condition: Excellent
Field Color: Ivory
Border Color: Black
Accent C...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Silk Jajim Cover Rug, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Silk Jajim Cover Rug, 19th Century (4th Quarter)
Additional information:
Dimensions: 6'2" W x 6'5" L
Condition: Excellent
Origin: Persia
Period: 19th Century (4th Quarter)...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
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
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
Vintage Extremely Fine Tabriz Rug 4'11'' x 7'4''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Extremely Fine Tabriz Rug 4'11'' x 7'4''. The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allover,trein a variety...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 8'0" × 7'10" (243 × 238 cm)
Although presently made, this new rug richly draws from traditional oriental craft. It was carefully h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Armenian Silk Embroidery Rug, Late 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Armenian Silk Embroidery Rug, Late 20th Century
This piece is a revival of an 18th Century tradition and is executed in extremely fine needlework. Perfect condition.
Addit...
Category
Late 20th Century Caucasian 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
Hereke Silk Carpet
Located in Berlin, DE
Fine silk carpet Hereke region.
With Persian writing above and right-left.
Category
20th Century Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
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
50% Deposit for a Custom Size Color Wheel Tapestry
By Yan Lei
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This listing is to collect a deposit of a custom size Color Wheel rug (by Lei Yan). The retail price varies accordingly to the finalized dimensions.
$12,500 for 6' x 6'.
$15,000 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, 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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1990s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, 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
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 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: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 Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk- Size: 13'4 X 9'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 13'4 X 9'10
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Oliah
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 500
Condition: Good
Dime...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, 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 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
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 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 Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 6'9 X 10'2
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
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 Isfahan Rug in Kork & 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
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
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.
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