Mid-20th Century Persian Rugs

This rug is an authentic rug from Iran, Shiraz. The pile and foundation are wool. The base color is a vibrant red field with accents of bright orange, yellow, blue and green througho...

We offer for sale an item that holds charm in every knot and every embroidery that composes it. Coming from Southern Iraq, this item was born with the function of being a Wedding Bla...

Elevate your space with our exquisite Handmade Vintage Oriental Sarouk Rug. Originating from the Middle East and crafted in the 1950s, this rug carries a rich history and exceptional...

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug you’ve shared: Design and Colors: This rug boasts an intricate design that reflects its rich heritage. The symmetrical patterns and geometric mo...

This handmade vintage Persian Tabriz mat rug from the 1950s is a stunning example of traditional Persian artistry, featuring an intricate floral and medallion design in natural shade...

76440, vintage Persian Khorassan rug with traditional style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Khorassan area rug features elaborate cusped spandrels and a sixteen-point starbur...

Room size 1930s Persian Malayer Rug. Blue, tan, khaki, brown and green tones. Measures 10'10'' x 14'.

Kashan Rug Antique Cira 1930s

A vintage Persian Sarouk large room size rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a floral design in the "American" style. This certain archetype of Persian Sarouk rugs is often...

This Mid-20th century Persian Flatweave Kilim rug, measuring 5' 5" x 6' 3", features a vibrant array of closely spaced vertical stripes in soft yet lively colors. The palette include...

Vintage Persian Heriz Oriental rug, Small size A vintage Persian Heriz oriental rug, size 5'8" x 4'10", circa 1930. This handsome hand-woven geometric rug features a central medal...

60767 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09’02 x 12’03. ​Get ready to embark on a design adventure where Modern Industrial locks horns with Maximalist Bohemian in this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug. It's like a design manifesto with a cheeky twist, a little bit of everything thrown into the mix. The gossamery eclectic design and lively color palette are like a symphony of chaos, capturing the essence of Boho Chic and Maximalism, but with a historical twist that's as intriguing as a good mystery novel. It's the rug equivalent of an art party. Imagine a composition so lavishly appointed it makes Versailles look modest. There's a prominent quatrefoil medallion outlined with intricate acanthus scrollwork and adorned with ogival pendants at each end. And that's just the beginning. In the center, there's an enchanting medallion, richly ornamented with barely-there stylized florals and foliage, like a hidden treasure amidst a bold field of abstract botanicals. But what truly makes this rug pop is the color scheme. The allure of hot pink is balanced by the cool tranquility of gray hues, all while harmonizing with the warm greige undertones. It's a party where everyone's invited, and the result is an esoteric juxtaposition that's as bold as it is beguiling. And let's not forget the pronounced spandrels, like classic motifs that got the memo to party. They radiate from the corners, adding their own touch of charm to this riot of design. But it's not just a rug; it's a lifestyle. Reflecting avant-garde style and a no-fuss design aesthetic, this vintage overdyed rug has masterfully fused the realms of Maximalist Boho and Industrial Glam...

A mid-20th-century Persian Isfahan Prayer Carpet. The jade field with birds amongst a flowering vase, vinery, and a floral medallion beneath ivory spandrels is within a palmette and ...

This vintage 3x5 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Rich in tribal herita...

This vintage 3x5 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This striking vintage...

This vintage 4x5 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This vintage Ga...

Vintage Heriz rug with a red field, border and a central geometric medallion design. This hand knotted wool rug measures 9'8" x 12'0".

Vintage hand knotted floral rug or mat. Made of wool featuring a floral motif over a tan field with geometric designs along the boarder. Pinks...

Coffee Brown, Vintage Persian Bakhtiar with Geometric Pattern, Hand Knotted, Original Natural Undyed Wool, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Oriental Rug...

Mid 20th Century Isfahan Carpet with Silk Highlights ( 3'6" x 5'2" - 107 x 158 )

A vintage Persian Gabbeh throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 2" x 5' 1"

Crimson Red, Semi Antique, Persian Heriz, Full Pile, Clean, Soft and in Very Good Condition, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Squarish, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile he...

A vintage Persian tribal Turkoman rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Although this rug is of Persian origin, the roots of Turkoman rugs originated in the Central Asian region. Measures: 1' 6" x 10' 4" Central Asian Rugs & Carpets: Central Asia is a vast area stretching from Northeastern Persia to western China, and from northern Afghanistan to the southern edge of Russia. The carpets can be usefully divided into three groups: the nomadic Turkmen rugs of Turkmenistan, northern Afghanistan, and northeastern Persia; the non-Turkmen tribal pieces from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kirghizstan; and the urban creations of Khotan, Yarkand, and Kashgar, oasis cities of Western China (Xinjiang Province). Commercially, the most important group is from Khotan, the easternmost of the Chinese Turkestan cities. The craft of rug weaving is primarily in the hands of Muslim Uighurs. Khotan carpets mix purely Central Asian design themes with Chinese elements. Native Khotan devices include pomegranate trees, upright flowers, round medallions, and yellow or red grounds. Chinese motives include triangular fretwork corners, swastika fretwork, and Yun-Tsao Tou (clouds and rain) diagonally striped polychrome borders. Cotton foundations, asymmetrical (Persian) knots, and medium weaves are standard. Some vintage Khotan are in horizontal, pictorial layouts with multiple various vases and plants. Saphs (multiple prayer niche panel carpets) are also a Khotan specialty. Others employ stepped and layered lozenge medallions, singly or in pairs. Still others, almost all antique, feature a stylized version of the allover Persian Herati design. Many of the oldest pieces employ brown wool wefts. Antique and vintage Khotans are almost always in the k’ang (double square) layout, conforming to the local household plans. Only relatively recently has the 6’ by 12’ or 7’ by 16’ format been replaced by the 9’ by 12’ size. As a result, an antique room size Khotan carpet is very uncommon. Reds are cinnamon, tomato and rust, never wine reds, crimson, or scarlet. Yarkand, farther west on the old Silk Road specializes in multi-medallion long carpets while Kashgar, farthest west and most under Persian influence, has traditionally knotted allover pattern pieces with finer weaves, often with silk piles, and enriched with medal thread, on cotton foundations. Extant Kashgars go back to the 17th century, but the carpet craft in Chinese Turkestan must be much older as fragments have been recovered from local tombs of the early C.E. period. Kashgars are the rarest of all East Turkestan rugs. Most available vintage East Turkestan carpets are interwar Khotans, many with pleasingly soft decorative palettes. The non-Turkmen nomads include the Kazakh, Kirghiz, Uzbek, and Karakalpak groups. Like the Turkmen, they were once all seasonally migratory, dwelling in round felt tents (yurts), but have been settled, at least partially, in the villages, and have taken up crafts and agriculture instead of sheep herding. As a result, carpet production has transitioned from domestic tent use to commercial sale, but the roots of long traditions are still evident. The Uzbeks weave...

Imperial Red, Vintage Persian Shiraz with Geometric Medallions, Small Bird Figurines, Worn Down, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Woo...

Antique Persian Dabir Kashan Rug Kork Wool Overall 4x6 Blue 3'10" x 5'7" 117cm x 170cm "This is an extraordinary, one of a kind Antique Dabir Kashan. It has a magnificent animals a...

This vintage 3x7 Gabbeh Persian runner is from the latest entries in Rug & Kilim’s rare tribal curations. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. Furthe...

Vintage Indian chain stitch oriental rug, size 11'4" H x 8'10". A vintage Indian chain stitch oriental rug, size 11'4" H x 8'10" W, in room size, circa 1930. This fine floral wool r...

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand-Woven Wool Style: Persian Dimensions: 0.25”H x 71”W x 51”D

A fantastic early 20th century Persian Kashan rug with a wonderful all-over mirrored floral and vine pattern woven in light and dark indigo, gold, and brown vegetable dyed wool, on a...

This village kenare (runner) tricks with a figure/ground colour reversal, with a red/putty ground of three nested diamond medallions. It features a few small animals in the field. Th...

77353 Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, 11'00 x 15'03. In this resplendent hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Tabriz hunting rug, a mythic narrative unfolds across a regal composition of color, craftsmanship, and cultural symbolism. At the heart lies a scalloped medallion blooming with florals—lotus blossoms signifying rebirth, lilies whispering of purity, and rosettes circling like celestial constellations around a dark indigo center. This elaborate medallion anchors the visual rhythm of the piece, drawing the viewer into a timeless world where artistry and storytelling become one. Surrounding the medallion is a magnificent rust-hued field alive with aristocratic riders astride galloping steeds, poised mid-hunt amid a garden of earthly delights. With arrows drawn and regal posture, these noble figures evoke a sense of valor and refinement from Persian courtly traditions. Deer leap and bound through the landscape, symbols of grace, gentleness, and fleeting beauty, while paradise birds perch delicately within the flora—emissaries of heaven and harbingers of spiritual bliss. Each animal is rendered with care, not as decoration alone, but as a living thread in the fabric of a storied garden. Interwoven throughout the field is a verdant array of botanical motifs, each carrying its own symbolic weight. Hyacinths suggest regeneration, tulips prosperity, and peonies an echo of strength and power. Pomegranates, split open and brimming with seeds, embody fertility and life’s abundance, while delicate blossoms and curling vines meander like arabesque poetry across the terrain. Saz leaves and acanthus scrolls provide the baroque flourish of classical Persian garden design, transforming the field into a cultivated wilderness of movement and meaning. The corner spandrels mirror the central field, with muted mint backdrops densely packed with flowering stems and gracefully leaping deer, extending the sense of harmony and echoing the symmetry prized in Persian aesthetics. These spaces act as serene interludes between the fervent energy of the hunt and the stately stillness of the border, softening the composition while enriching its narrative depth. Encircling the entire scene is a radiant floral border set against a pale yellow backdrop, anchored wit eight-pointed rosette stars alternating with ornate palmettes and peony that serve as both spiritual and ornamental punctuation. Blooming tulips and stylized saz foliage arc and weave between arabesque scrolls, culminating in a final embrace of the inner tableau. This Tabriz hunting carpet...

This handmade vintage Persian Qum rug from the 1960s is a remarkable example of Persian craftsmanship, woven entirely from fine silk. It showcases intricate patterns, vibrant colors,...

An exciting and bold early 20th century Turkish Oushak rug with a wonderful large-scale stylized floral patterned field woven in gold, crimson, and salmon, and set against a light tu...

This handmade antique Afghan Baluch rug from the 1930s is a stunning example of traditional tribal craftsmanship. Woven with rich natural dyes and intricate patterns, this piece is b...

This Mid-20th century Persian flatweave kilim rug, measuring 7' 6" x 9' 11", features a warm and earthy horizontal stripe design. The color palette consists of soft browns, tans, and...

A vintage Persian Tabriz square throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 1' 11" x 1' 11" Persian rugs & carpets: Persia (Iran)...

The red- brown field is slightly beveled at the ends and shows an offset three column allover Herati design accented in bone. Arrow ecru border with reversing flowers on a trapezoida...

A vintage Persian Lilihan rug. The rose field of this Hamadan area village scatter has a pattern adapted from the “American” style Sarouk carpets with their detached floral sprays an...

Crimson Red, Vintage Persian Heriz with Geometric Medallion Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Even Wear, Cropped Thin, Good Condition, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Oriental ...

An exceptionally beautiful, handcrafted Persian Gabbeh carpet from the mid-20th century. The 290x210 cm rug features a nomadic and landscape-inspired design that reflects the rich tr...

:: Hexagonal center medallion with long stemmed finials atop a covered field with unusual pomegranate blossoms stemming therefrom. Colors and shades include: Powder blue, dusty sky b...

The field strong abrashes in the general slate hue, and shows six vases with exuberant floral developments, within serrated and partially curled leaves in pairs. Straw narrow main bo...

Six identical modules of a flowering plant issuing from a vase set between curling, giant sawtooth leaves, are stacked on the abrashed slate field; with flower spray lateral fillers....

Measures: 6'.7 x 9'.7. Persian Kashan rugs – Kashan, located in the province of Isfahan, Iran, is an oasis village on the western edge of the Great Salt Desert (Dasht-e Kavir). It l...

Pretty mid century rustic Hamadan rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colours with red, blue, green , brown and orange, entirely hand knotted by wool on cotton foundation ...

This Mid-20th century Persian Flatweave Kilim rug, measuring 5' 3" x 7' 2", features a lively and colorful composition of vertical stripes in varying widths. The palette includes sha...

A gorgeous antique hand-knotted Persian Sarouk room size wool rug Circa 1930s Classic floral design, with predominant colors in red, blue, and ivory. Measures: 10'7" x 16'10" Goo...

The soft buff field shows a hexagonal slate medallion with internal hooks, with slate straight line tracery partially outlining or accenting the subdued design. Panel abrashed slate-...

The rusty red field is mostly covered by two poles composed of lavishly hooked and nested flattened hexagons in slate, near black, putty and ecru. Smaller, similar hexagons up the ce...

The bone field shows a compact allover Herati design resembling Mahal carpets. Palmettes, oval cypresses and interlocking forked leaves populate the palest blue border. There are dar...

The cerulean blue abrashed field shows a continuous version of the unique Malayer rendering of the Herati design, with open hexagons, rosettes, palmettes and short leaves. There is a...

A stunning and rare early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with the most elaborately woven pattern with myriad swirling trees and flowering vines culminating with two birds sitting on...

Large Tabriz Vintage Rug in All-Over Floral Design On A Red Field with Multi Colors. Keivan Woven Arts / rug X23-0611-443, country of origin / type: Iran / Tabriz, circa 1940. Meas...

This Mid-20th century Persian Flatweave Kilim rug, measuring 6' 1" x 7' 7", showcases a rustic striped design rooted in traditional Persian tribal weaving. The alternating bands of e...

An impressive masterpiece of Heriz Serapi has the beauty of telling its story by combining a series of embellishments with cerulean blue, brick, orange, pendants and medallions, and ...

78915 Vintage Persian Sarouk Rug, 03'05 x 04'09. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Sarouk rug is a radiant masterpiece that exudes timeless elegance and charm. The rug's rich cr...

Vermilion Red, Vintage Overdyed Persian Patchwork Design, Handmade Hand Knotted Pure Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional...

78766 Vintage Persian Tabriz Hunting Rug, 06'10 x 10'03. Persian Tabriz pictorial rugs with hunting scenes are exquisite works of art originating from T...