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Material: Silk
Handmade Antique Persian Nain Rug 7.1' x 11.5' 1920s - 1D181
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite antique Persian Nain 6La Tudeshk rug from the 1920s showcases the elegance and intricate craftsmanship for which Nain rugs are renowned. Featuring a rich blend of kork...
Category
1920s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Persian Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round handmade Nain (9 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. Nain is a city in Iran that is well known for producing Fine handmade rug. This r...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$1,500
New Persian Isfahan Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 10'3 X 6'7
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
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk 60 Raj Rug 9’9” x 13’6”
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool and Silk 60 Raj Rug 9’9” x 13’6”. 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 Rug Persian Silk Qum Tree of Life Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning, extremely fine Persian Silk Qum Tree of Life rug, this exquisite piece is made from 100% silk, showcasing the unparalleled craftsmanship a...
Category
Late 20th Century Asian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Floral Majesty on Ivory Persian Pure Silk Rug, Iranian Craftsmanship, 0056
Located in Pudsey, GB
Woven from an authentic and original antique Persian rug design, this luxurious silk carpet embodies the enduring artistic heritage that has been passed down through generations and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Nazmiyal Collection Black Background Silk Qum Persian Runner Rug 2'8" x 9'8"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Black Background Silk Qum Persian Runner Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Modern Persian Rug, Circa Date: Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz rug, measures: 4'9" x 6'7"
Ivory background with medallion and silk lines.
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Wool & Silk Vintage Fine Tabriz Design Medallion Rug with Intricate Florals
Located in Atlanta, GA
Wool & Silk Vintage Tabriz Design Medallion Rug with Intricate Floral Elements. Keivan Woven Arts / rug X23-0602, country of origin / type/ Tabriz, circa 1960
Measures: 8'1 x 11'2
T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Persian Qum Silk Floral Medallion Hallway Runner Rug 2'3" x 6'7"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Black Background Silk Qum Persian Runner Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Modern Persian Rug, Circa Date: Late 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Skillfully Embroidered Late 20th Century Indian Suzani Textile
Located in Chicago, IL
An expertly embroidered late 20th century Indian Suzani textile with green, gold, pink, and blue silk thread comprising a diamond form with stylized flowers across the black cotton g...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Suzani Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Luxurious Fine Small Size Vintage Floral Persian Silk Qum Rug 3'6" x 5'
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious Fine Small Size Vintage Floral Persian Silk Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Indigo and Cream Nain Wool & Silk Persian Carpet with Floral Medallion, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This indigo and cream Nain wool and silk Persian carpet, featuring a stunning floral medallion and measuring 3' x 5', embodies the refined craftsmanship that defines fine Nain rugs. ...
Category
1990s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Red Hand Knotted Tabriz Mahi Fish Design Pure Wool Oriental Rug 9'10" x 9'10"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Indian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$2,983 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 13'7 X 10'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk 13'7 X 10'
Key Details:
Pile: Kork
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: NEZAM
Approximate Age: 60 YEARS
Quality (KPI): 500
Condition: Good
Dim...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
Vintage Persian Tabriz Emad Rug in Wool and Silk -Size: 13'1 X 9'6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz EMAD Rug in Wool and Silk 13'1 X 9'6
Key Details:
Pile: Wool and Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz EMAD
Design: EMAD
Approximate Age: 45 YEARS
Quality (KPI...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Isfahan Rug
Located in New York, NY
The very unusual ecru border features rectangular red cartouches Alternating with staw finialed small octogrammed, surrounding the cream field. Strong red half-medallions push in fro...
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
$9,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Handmade Vintage Turkish Hereke Silk Rug 3.3' x 4.7', 1960s - 1D128
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step into the world of elegance and sophistication with this remarkable vintage Turkish Hereke rug, a true work of art hand-knotted from 100% pure silk. Renowned for its unparalleled...
Category
1960s Vintage Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:11'8 X 8'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 11'8 X 8'3
Key Details:
Pile: Wool & Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Tabriz
Design: Center Medallion
Approximate Age: new
Quality (KPI): 425
Conditio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Extremely Fine Tabriz Rug 4'11'' x 6'7''
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Extremely Fine Tabriz Rug 4'11'' x 6'7''. The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allover, trein a variet...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Nazmiyal Antique Silk Persian Tabriz Haji Jalili Carpet. Size: 10' 10" x 16'
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking and extremely fine large antique Persian silk Tabriz Haji Jalili carpet, country of origin / rug type: Persian rugs, circa 1880. Size: 10 ft 10 in x 16 ft (3.3 m x 4.88 ...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Red, Blue and Cream Vintage Persian Sarouk Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Morristown, NJ
Attractive and versatile vintage Persian Sarouk rug, first half 20th c. Low pile wool and silk, with red and blue pendant on an open cream field, geometric border.
Dimensions:
5'11"L x 4'2""W
Condition:
Good, clean with little tread wear, some small edge tears and loss of fringe and weaving to one end.
Provenance:
The Estate of Peter Schub, New York
Literature:
Peter Schub had a long and distinguished career as a photography agent. He negotiated for some of the most prominent photographers of the 20th Century including Irving Penn, Peter Beard and Anthony Armstrong Jones.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Persian Silk Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'1'' x 5'5''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Silk Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'1'' x 5'5''. The well-woven to finely knotted 1890 to 1910 pieces woven in the eponymous workshop or its copyists, in Tabriz, in format...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Persian Tabriz Silk Prayer Rug.4 ft 3 in x 5 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful small size antique Persian Tabriz silk prayer rug, country of origin: Persia, date: circa 1880, size: 4 ft 3 in x 5 ft 6 in (1.3 m x 1.68 m).
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Very fine Persian Isfahan Silk & Wool Rug - 10' x 13'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Isfahan 600 Knots per inch, Size 10 x 13 Iran Isfahan Mohsenfatehi Wool and Silk with Silk Foundation. Around 11,000,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It take...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug 8'0" x 8’2”
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug 8'0" x 8’2”. 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 Silk Qum Rug with French Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77705 Vintage Persian Silk Qum rug with French Cottage Style 06'08 x 10'01. Characterized by the cozy simplicity of French cottage style and roman...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Spanish Colonial Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$14,399 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine Antique Khotan Silk Rug 5’7” x 7’9”
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Khotan Silk Rug 5’7” x 7’9”. City in western China (Xinjiang Province), active since the 18th century. Moderate weave on cotton. Long rugs (k’ang formats) and more rece...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Qom Rug in - Size: 17'9x10'3
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
Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug. 4 ft 4 in x 6 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Fine Decorative Vintage Silk Persian Qum Rug , Country of Origin / Rug Type: Vintage Persian Rug, Circa Date: Late 20th Century - Size: 4 ft 4 in ...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz 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
Silk Antique Persian Kashan Rug. 4 ft 3 in x 6 ft 11 in
Located in New York, NY
Silk Antique Persian Kashan Rug, Country of origin: Persia, Circa date: 1900. Size: 4 ft 3 in x 6 ft 11 in (1.3 m x 2.11 m)
Category
20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Nain Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 6'7 X 10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Nain Rug in Kork and Silk 6'7 X 10
Key Details:
Pile: Kork and silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Nain
Design: allover
Approximate Age: New
Quality (KPI): 625
Condition: New
Dimensi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Kork, Silk
Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug 4'3'' x 5'5''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug 4'3'' x 5'5''.
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Bobyrug’s Vintage Long Silk Turkish Kayseri Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful long Turkish silk rug from Kayseri, with beautiful garden design and nice colors with green, pink, orange, blue and purple, entirely hand knotted with silk velvet on cotton...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk
6'x6' Hand Knotted Pink Broken Persian Medallion Wool and Pure Silk Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hand Knotted Pink Broken Persian Medallion Design Wool and Pure Silk Oriental Round Rug. It has been Loomed for months and months in the centuri...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$3,044 Sale Price
20% Off
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Rug 3'4'' x 5'2''
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk Rug 3'4'' x 5'2''. Silk warped and very finely knotted, this short pile city scatter features an eggshell field enclosing a pendanted and lo...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
21st Century Handtufter Rectangular Rug by Modenese Interiors, Burgundy Red
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Transform your space with this elegant and regal rug. This rectangular masterpiece features intricate floral motifs set against a deep burgundy background, framed by ornate borders t...
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
An exceptionally fine Persian Silk Qum rug, crafted with meticulous care and originating from Iran, this exquisite piece is a true testament to th...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 19'3 X 12'6
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
Kork, Silk
Persian Silk Ghom Rug
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Silk Ghom Rug with Hunting Motifs – A Story of Art and Conflict
Step into the world of Persian royalty with this splendid silk Ghom rug, depicting an intricate hunting scene with ru...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$4,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Zabihi Collection Signed Turkish Silk Herekeh Owl Rug
Located in New York, NY
a late 20th-century Turkish Silk Rug with birds and owls on a landscape background
Details
rug no. j4457
size 1' 1" x 1' 5" (33 x 43 cm)
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Agra Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug in Wool and Silk - Size: 5'2x3'6
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
Vintage Tudeshk Persian Nain Rug i- Size: 11'9 X 7'4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Todeshek Nain Rug in Silk, Wool and Cotton11'9 X 7'4
Key Details:
Pile: Silk and wool
Foundation: Cotton
Origin: Todeshek Nain
Design: Center medallion
Approximate Age: 75 y...
Category
20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Persian Bijar Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This piece is a handmade Persian Bijar rug. This piece has wool and silk with cotton foundation. The base colors are red and cream, with black b...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$3,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Persian Silk Kashan Pictorial Rug, circa 1900
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Silk Kashan, circa 1900. Finely woven in luxurious silk with the main ivory field having wonderfully detailed floral and pl...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Very fine Persian Silk Ghom Rug - 6.6' 6.6'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Very fine Persian Rug Qum 700 Knots per inch, Size 6.6 x 6.6 Iran Qum Ziaee Silk and Silk foundation. Around 4,000,000 knots tied by hand one by one. It tak...
Category
1990s Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Extremely Fine Antique Turkish Silk Hereke Rug 2'6'' x 3'5''
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Antique Turkish Silk Hereke Rug 2'6'' x 3'5''. Strictly for the wall, this extremely finely knotted, all silk Turkish Hereke creation, shows a niche design outlined in...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Persian Kashan Tafazouli - Size: 14ft 2in x 10ft 5in
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Antique Kashan Rug is a testament to the enduring allure of Persian craftsmanship. Measuring a generous 14 feet by 10 feet, it features a luxurious composition, woven with a bac...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk, Kork
Tabriz Runner 2'3'' x 8'0"
Located in New York, NY
Tabriz Runner 2'3'' x 8'0". The straw-tan field shows a vinery and palmette design moving up and down from a close group of for converging small flower racemes accented in red. Cream...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Antique Shahsaband Silk Textile Bag 1'7'' x 3'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Shahsaband Silk Textile Bag 1'7'' x 3'6''. The tribes in the steppe areas of NW Persia weave a wide variety of Sumak technique bags in geometric patterns. A few long rugs are...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Chinese Kerman Tree of Life Prayer Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78697 Vintage Chinese Kerman Tree of Life Prayer Rug, 02'00 x 03'06. A Chinese Kerman Tree of Life Prayer rug is a type of hand knotted carpet that combines elements from both Chines...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Kirman Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
$719 Sale Price
20% Off
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Distressed Antique Kashan Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
A distressed silk rug, very finely hand knotted with a very beautiful garden floral silk and nice colors with red, blue, pink, green, purple and ye...
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Kashan Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Silk
$1,368 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Souf Kashan Rug 8' x 11'8''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Souf Kashan Rug 8' x 11'8''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and scatter rugs, with dominant reds and navy, and medallion patterns and swirling palmett...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 1'11'' x 5'11''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kashan Rug 1'11'' x 5'11''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and scatter rugs, with dominant reds and navy, and medallion patterns and swirling ...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Large Salon Carpet, Silk on Silk, 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Salon carpet, silk on silk, 20th century.
Beautiful Persian carpet with a row of mandala windows.
Magnificent colors identify this symmetrical r...
Category
20th Century Unknown Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Persian Isfahan Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 10'2 X 6'8
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
Extremely Fine Turkish Silk Hereke Rug/Carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
This exquisite Turkish Silk rug, originating from Turkey, is a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of Turkish weavers. Woven from 100% silk, it offers a luxurious sheen ...
Category
20th Century Turkish Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
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 Persian Kashan Rug in Silk 6'10 x 4'2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Kashan Rug in Pure Silk 6'10 x 4'2
Key Details:
Pile: Silk
Foundation: Silk
Origin: Kashan
Design: center medallion
Approximate Age: 100 years
Quality (KPI): 350
Co...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Silk Persian Rugs
Materials
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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