Kilim Persian Rugs
KILIM STYLE
Known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, antique and vintage kilim rugs are one of the most distinguishable types of rugs. The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but many variations of this type of textile share a common heritage and are practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere. There are Persian kilim rugs, kilim rugs from Central Asia and more.
It is difficult to definitively pin down the origins of kilim weaving, which is known as a “flatweave” or “slit-weave,” but historians believe that skilled artisans may have practiced versions of it as early as the eighth and ninth centuries A.D. in the Anatolia region of Turkey. Many of the Turkish iterations of these flat-woven rugs are recognizable for their arrangements of dazzling, flowing forms, but a range of motifs can appear in kilim rugs — abstract figures that reference rams’ horns, snakes or running water or motifs that are intended to symbolize concepts such as the tree of life or fertility. In Anatolia, women have used kilims to share narratives about their lives.
The difference between a kilim rug and most other kinds of carpets or pile rugs is in the aforementioned weave. They are made by interweaving variously colored, individual strands of wool (pure soft cotton, silk and goat’s hair are also used with the wool, albeit rarely) versus, say, the Tabriz rugs of Iran, which are hand-knotted rugs. This results in a smooth, frequently reversible surface. It’s a slit-weave because of the gap left between two blocks of color. Kilims are created on a loom, a typically uncomplicated structure mostly made of wood. Owing to the creative freedom that a slit-weave can afford its weaver, they tend to feature a range of bright, contrasting hues like reds, oranges and pinks that appear in bold combinations with deep blues and greens that are brought to life with natural dyes.
Handwoven kilim rugs are less expensive to produce and more durable than other rugs. They were traditionally used as floor coverings in mosques and yurts, as prayer rugs and saddle coverings. And these textiles are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. Because the resulting weave is lightweight, kilim rugs are well adapted for use in the hot summer months, and they are happily embraced by tribal weavers of Morocco, a part of the world that is home to many styles of rugs.
With their striking geometric patterns and provocative color pairings, kilim rugs and wall tapestries are loved by design enthusiasts and can bring charm and interest into any dining room, living room or other interior space.
Find kilim rugs and textiles and other vintage rugs on 1stDibs.
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Style: Kilim
Vintage Flatweave Runner – Timeless Minimalist Craftsmanship
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Flatweave Runner – Timeless Minimalist Craftsmanship
Discover the elegance of this 50-year-old vintage flatweave runner, showcasing a harmonious blend of light brown, beige,...
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1970s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kilim Runner Rug with Colored Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique handmade Persian runner rug from high quality sheep’s wool and colored with eco-friendly vegetable dyes that are proven safe for humans and pets alike. It’s a Classic Kilim d...
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20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kilim Runner Rug with Colored Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique handmade Persian runner rug from high quality sheep’s wool and colored with eco-friendly vegetable dyes that are proven safe for humans and pets alike. It’s a Classic Kilim d...
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20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
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Wool
Vintage
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Kurdish Flatweave Rug - A Timeless Blend of Modern and Tribal Elegance
Discover the charm of this vintage Persian Kurdish fl...
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1960s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Modern Southwest Style Meets Luxury Lodge
Located in Dallas, TX
77851, vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal style. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this hand-woven wool vinta...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Runner With Intricate Persian Geometric Patterns 13'5" X 3'5
Located in Los Angeles, US
Step into a world of timeless artistry with this antique Bakhshayesh runner, a Persian treasure that embodies the rich heritage of traditional craftsmanship. Handwoven with meticulou...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Kilim Ghashghai Rug With Tribal Diamond Pattern 10' X 5'4"
Located in Los Angeles, US
This striking vintage Kilim Ghashghai rug showcases a bold and vibrant tribal design, handwoven with geometric diamond motifs in a captivating palette of red, ivory, green, and indig...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Kordi Ghoochan Persian Wool Rug, Hand-Knotted Tribal Gem 11'4" X 5'6
Located in Los Angeles, US
Immerse your space in the rich heritage of this vintage Kordi Ghoochan Persian rug, a hand-knotted masterpiece crafted by skilled artisans. Woven from high-quality wool, this strikin...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Shasavan Kilim Rug in Red and Indigo Geometric Pattern 6'0" X 3'9"
Located in Los Angeles, US
This striking vintage Shasavan Kilim rug features a rich geometric motif in vivid shades of red, indigo, ivory, and gold. Handwoven by the nomadic Shasavan tribe, its bold medallion-...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection 19th Century Jewel Toned Antique Persian Senneh Kilim
Located in New York, NY
An authentic 19th century Persian Senneh Kilim. Untouched and kept in it's original state for over a century.
Senneh Kilims were finely woven in ...
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19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Konya Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful mid-20th century Turkish Konya kilim runner with repeated red and white stripes, and with embroidered multi-colored diamonds across the...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Modern Desert Meets Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
77826 vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal style 03'09 x 05'05. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this hand-wov...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A brilliant vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with central diamond pattern surrounded by an elaborate geometric and stylized floral patterned border, all woven in bold colors includin...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Pacific Northwest Meets Luxury Lodge
Located in Dallas, TX
77925, vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Runner with Tribal style. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this hand-woven wool vi...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Kilim Rug with Bold Tribal Geometric Patterns in Vivid Colors 4'9 x 6'9
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'9 x 6'9
Persian Kilim Rug with Bold Tribal Geometric Patterns in Vivid Colors 4'9 x 6'9. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/X23-1208-226, country of origin / type: Iran / Kilim, cir...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Luxury Lodge Meets Nomadic Charm
Located in Dallas, TX
77824 vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal style 03'10 x 05'04. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this hand-wov...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Persian Kilim Rug in Ivory with Beige and Brown Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim flat-weave design featuring...
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2010s Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Jajim Rug with Red and Blue Tribal Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
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20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug with Bohemian Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77935 Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Bohemian Tribal style 03'08 x 05'07. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kilim Composition
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim Composition composed of Persian and Turkish panels, circa 1940
'Leningrad' design.
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1940s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kilim Composition
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim Composition composed of Persian panels circa 1940.
Linear design with brown and cream striated panels. A touch of blue.
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1940s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Senneh Kilim in Beige with Red Floral Patterns by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 3x5 antique Senneh Kilim rug originating circa 1930-1940. This beautiful piece showcases a brilliant floral design distinct f...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kilim Composition
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim composition composed of Persian panels, circa 1940.
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1940s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Kilim Composition
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim composition composed of Persian panels circa 1940 in 'Kilnt' design.
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1940s Turkish Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Antique Persian Flat-Weave Jajim Rug with Navy and Yellow Chequered Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design featuring navy and...
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20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kilim Composition
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim Composition composed of Hezar Djerib, Persian panels.
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Linen
Vintage Kilim Composition
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim Composition with Persian Hezar Djerib panels, Circa 1940. Red and brown panels with black & white striped edges.
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1940s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Bijar Kilim Rug with Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78212 vintage Persian Bijar Kilim rug with Cottage Style 03'11 x 06'04. Effortless beauty and simplicity, this hand-woven wool vintage Persian Bijar kilim ...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kilim rug in Burgundy & Blue Geometric pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this antique Kilim is the latest unveiled from R&K Principal Josh Nazmiyal’s coveted classic flat weaves.
Handwoven in wool circa 1890-1900, this Basra-style rug...
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1890s Persian Antique Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Flat-Weave Jajim Rug with Tribal Details on Colored Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Persian Kilim Rug with Ivory Field and Brown Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim flat-weave design showcasin...
Category
2010s Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Flat-Weave Jajim Rug with Colored Stripes and Tribal Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Jajim Flat-Weave Rug with Colored Stripes and Tribal Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Square Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian square rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design han...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Fantastic Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Turkish Kilim prayer rug with an incredible and boldly colored pattern of styled flowers and vines woven in indigo, gre...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Flat-Weave Jajim Rug with Geometric Details & Colored Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Square Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian square rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design han...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Area Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design handw...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Modern Desert Meets Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
77893 Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal style 02'01 x 02'10. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this hand-wov...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Square Kilim Rug in Beige-Brown Stripes, Black Striations by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Connoting mid-century Persian wool panel-weaving style, a 6x6 vintage Kilim from our newly unveiled flatweave curations.
Originating circa 1950-1960, this square Kilim features a...
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1950s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Jajim Flat-Weave Rug with Colored Tribal Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Jajim Flat-Weave Rug with Blue and Red Tribal Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nice Vintage Jajim Kilim Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice vintage Kilim rug with a geometrical design and pretty colors, entirely hand woven with wool on wool foundation composed of bands of Kilims of Jajim, quite thick and consistent.
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Saveh Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Savek Kilim rug, woven with naturally dyed cotton, with a beautiful all-over field of small-scale red flowers on a purple/indigo background flanked by a...
Category
1930s Asian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Antique Persian Jajim Flat-Weave Rug with Colored Stripes and Tribal Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Jajim flat-weave design f...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Square Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian square rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design han...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kilim Runner Rug with Colored Stripes on Brown/Red Field
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique handmade Persian runner rug from high quality sheep’s wool and colored with eco-friendly vegetable dyes that are proven safe for humans and pets alike. It’s a Classic Kilim d...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Area Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design handw...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Square Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian square rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design han...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Pacific Northwest Meets Luxury Lodge
Located in Dallas, TX
77919 Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Southwestern Tribal Style 06'09 x 10'01. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, ...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Luxury Lodge Meets Nomadic Charm
Located in Dallas, TX
77839, vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal style. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this hand-woven wool vinta...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Area Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design handw...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Persian Shiraz Flat-Weave Rug with a Checkered Design
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
This modern flat-weave rug is made with 100% handspun, non-dyed Persian wool. It features a checkered pattern all made of undyed wool ranging from beige, browns, taupes, and greys. I...
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2010s Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Luxury Lodge Meets Nomadic Charm
Located in Dallas, TX
77857, vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal style. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this hand-woven wool vinta...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1950s, Vintage Persian Kilim Rug in Panel, Beige-Brown Stripes by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Persia circa 1950-1960, a vintage kilim rug style now entering our Antique & Vintage selections. Characterized by fine detailing, the 7x7 square piece revels comfort...
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1950s Persian Vintage Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kilim Runner Rug with Colored Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique handmade Persian runner rug from high quality sheep’s wool and colored with eco-friendly vegetable dyes that are proven safe for humans and pets alike. It’s a Classic Kilim d...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kilim Runner Rug with Stripes on Red/Brown Field
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique handmade Persian runner rug from high quality sheep’s wool and colored with eco-friendly vegetable dyes that are proven safe for humans and pets alike. It’s a Classic Kilim d...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Runner Rug Kilim Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim design handw...
Category
20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Kilim persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Kilim persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage persian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kilim persian rugs made in a specific country, there are Asia, West Asia, and Iran pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original persian rugs, popular names associated with this style include Nasiri, Mehraban Rugs, Rug & Kilim, and Nazmiyal Collection. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for persian rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $250,785 while the average work can sell for $2,400.