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Kirman Persian Rugs

KIRMAN STYLE

Antique and vintage Kirman rugs and carpets are named for the southern Iranian city that has been a renowned major center of high-quality carpet production since the 16th century. These furnishings are considered works of art and are celebrated for their fine craftsmanship, sumptuous colors and durability.

This type of Persian carpet is sometimes spelled Kerman, like its place of origin, the capital of the Western Asian country’s Kerman Province. Iran encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity.

The different types of Persian carpets are named for the towns, villages and regions where they’re made. Kirman rugs, carpets, wall hangings and other textiles have long been popular with international audiences, including in the early 20th century when they were marketed as Kermanshah carpets. Compared to other Persian rugs, Kirman examples are known for being vividly colored with natural dyes and characterized by a diverse variety of patterns, ranging from arabesques embedded with floral touches and details like deer and lions to overlapping cartouches in a broad palette of rich hues.

Others feature an ornate central medallion, vase shapes, rows of shrubs or a flourishing tree of life created through an asymmetrical knotting technique so that the wool pile on cotton is “double warped.” Some of the more elaborate carpets commissioned from the Kirman workshops in the 18th and 19th centuries included large-scale naturalistic scenes based on European paintings or Gobelin tapestries.

The major workshops of Kerman informed weaving in nearby rural areas such as those created by the Afshar tribe. The international popularity of Kirman carpets, meanwhile, inspired designers across the globe, such as William Morris in England. A leading designer of the Arts and Crafts movement, Morris revived historical techniques such as printed fabrics in the furnishings he created. He owned Kirman carpets and used them as a source for his work.

Both vintage and contemporary rugs influenced by Kirman designs remain in demand for their lavish palette and distinctive patterns. In 2013, a 17th-century Kirman carpet was sold at a Sotheby’s auction for an astounding $33.8 million.

Find a range of antique Kirman rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Kirman
Handmade Antique Kerman Persian Wool Rug in Tan With a Rosette Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This piece is an antique from the 1900s. It features a blue, goldenrod, and rust design on a tan-beige field. It has a wide double border with an intricate pattern. This rug measure...
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Persian Qum Design Panel Rug hand-knotted with trees of life
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
This beautiful hand-knotted oriental rug was made of fine wool. It is very decorative and has a stunning luster. The tile shaped fields contrasts with the creme border. The carpet ha...
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1990s Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1960s Vintage Kerman Shabby Chic Navy Blue Handmade Floral Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This piece is an exquisite, hand-knotted Kerman rug from vintage Persian craftsmanship. Its shabby chic woolen texture and navy blue main body give it a distinct allure. Embellished ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bijar Rug Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
78957 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug Runner, 03'00 x 13'05. This hand-knotted wool Persian Bijar rug runner is a magnificent example of traditional Persian craftsmanship, renowned for its...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman rug depicting a portrait of a gentleman in the center, framed by an elaborately woven bor...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Pictorial Kirman Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century Kirman rug with beautiful design of antique pictorial Kirman rugs, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epito...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74691 Vintage Persian Kerman Rug with Traditional Style 12'05 x 23'00.​​ This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Kerman rug features a center floral medallion in an open abrashed gold...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Lavar Kerman Collectible Caliber 19th century Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Persian Lavar Kerman rug 4'1'' x 6'8'' The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia continued to make extraordinary carpets...
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Carpet ( 10'9" x 19'6" - 327 x 594 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Carpet ( 10'9" x 19'6" - 327 x 594 )
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1910s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kerman Persian Beige Wool Rug with a Rosette Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand-knotted wool rug, an impressive antique from the 1920s, showcases a vibrant floral design in various colors that beautifully contrast with its deep beige background. This ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a large central floral medallion woven in crimson, peach, green, and light and dark indigo, and set against a cream colored bac...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful Vintage Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice and beautiful late 20th century Indian Punjab rug with a floral Kerman design and beautiful colors, finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
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Late 20th Century Indian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful Vintage Indian Rug
Beautiful Vintage Indian Rug
$1,900 Sale Price
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Large Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug with intricate Design 13'6 x 18'
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug with Blooming Central Medallion. Keivan Woven Arts / Lavar Kerman Antique rug from Persia with vibrant...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Oversize Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century all over Formal design Persian oversize kerman carpet Measures: 11'9'' x 16'10''.
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1920s Antique Kerman Handmade Wool Rug With Floral Medallion In Red
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Antique piece is a hand-knotted Persian Kerman rug with a texture and red field—Highlighted with red and blue accents in an all-over medallion floral pattern. This rug measures...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Traditional Blue Pink Formal Kerman Large Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Kerman traditional room size rug. Measures: 9'9'' x 13'11''. The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia continued to make extraordinary carpets throughout the 19th century and turn of the 20th century. Satellite workshops were set up in Kerman in Western Persia, where densely patterned carpets with deep ruby or burgundy fields were usually produced. The term Laver Kerman, while referring to an actual town, is used in the antique rug market...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Fancy Light Blue Antique Persian Kerman Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A room size handmade Persian Kerman rug with sand and brown accents on a light blue field circa 1920. Measures: 8'9" x 11'7".
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Carpet, 03'03 x 17'06
Located in Dallas, TX
73660 Antique Persian Kerman Rug Runner, 03'03 x 17'06. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug runner is a stunning testament to the timeless elegance and intricate crafts...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1880s Antique Persian Kerman Red Wool Rug Handmade Featuring a Rosette Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian Kerman wool rug from the late 19th century showcases a meticulously crafted allover floral design in peach, green, and goldenrod. This antique rug features a raspberry r...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kasvin Hamadan Room Size Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
76540, vintage Persian Kasvin Hamadan rug with Kerman Design and French Provincial style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Kasvin Hamadan rug with Kerman style features dainty ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s very Beautiful Antique Yazd Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice antique rug with a Botteh design and nice natural colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craf...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Botanical Celadon Green Kerman Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Persian Lavar Kerman rug featuring a tradtiional design in burgundy and celadon green Measures: 3'10" x 5'9" The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia ...
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Exquisite Oversize Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1900 Persian Kerman Rug withe a exquisite all over floral design on a blue field. Peach, cream, caramel are the predominant accent colors too Details rug no. j3864 size 12' 5" x 18'...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Quiet Luxury Meets Classic Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
73657 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 06'00 x 09'04. Quiet luxury meets classic elegance in this antique Persian Kerman rug. The intricate floral design and tranquil colorway woven into ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Signed Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
61355 Distressed Signed Antique Persian Vase Mashhad Rug, 09'05 x 12'00. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Mashhad rug is a captivating representation of classic Persian artistr...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Four Seasons Garden Kerman Carpet, 11'04 x 17'05
Located in Dallas, TX
90012 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 11'04 x 17'05. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug is a mesmerizing example of Persian artistry, capturing the essence of a meticulous...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th Century Lavar Rug Depicting Bahram Gur
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredibly important late 19th century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman rug depicting the 5th century Sassanian King, Bahram Gur, mounted on horseback and ...
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19th Century Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th Century Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'6" × 19'6" (381 × 594 cm) A Late 19th Century Antique Persian Kirman Rug. A symetrical design that is mirrore...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bijar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78958 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug, 02'08 x 04'06. This exquisite hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Bijar rug exemplifies the timeless allure and robust artistry characteristic of Bijar...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Distressed Kerman Persian Wool Rug Handmade in Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This handmade Persian Kerman wool rug features a blue and brown field with beige accents throughout the piece. This rug measures 10' x 13'3''.
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Persian Kirman Hand Knotted Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Kirman Hand Knotted Wool Carpet Size: 11'8" × 17'5" (355 × 530 cm) An early 20th century Persian Kirman (Kerman) antique rug, the cream field with an allover compact ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Baroque Style, Small Accent Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77462, antique Persian Kerman rug with Baroque style, small accent rug. Sure to captivate the most discerning aesthete, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug is the epito...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Traditional Persian Kerman Scatter Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Lavar Kerman traditional scatter-size rug. Measures: 3'x 4'10" The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia continued to make extraordinary c...
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Wonderful large and fine vintage Moud rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful 20th century large Moud rug, with a nice floral design in style of Kirman rugs, with nice colours, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation. ✨✨...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

1900s Antique Persian Kerman Tan Wool Rug Handmade Featuring an Allover Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian Kerman wool rug from the late 20th century showcases a meticulously crafted all-over floral design in red and gray. It also features a beige-tan field. This rug measure...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Antique Kerman Persian Wool Rug With a Multicolor Rosette Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This piece is an antique from the 1920s. It features a blue, yellow, and green design on a rust field. The border has a rosette motif. This rug measures 6'6" x 9'9".
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Navy Blue Persian Kerman Carpet, 11'09 x 15'05
Located in Dallas, TX
78760 Vintage Navy Blue Persian Kerman Rug, 11'09 x 15'05. Nestled in the heart of south-central Iran lies the origin of Kerman rugs, within the venerable city of Kerman itself. Reno...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79258 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 04'02 x 06'02. Woven in the heart of Persia in the early 20th century, this hand-knotted wool Kerman rug radiates an imperial allure rarely encounte...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kerman Persian Wool Rug in Tan with Alluring Rosette Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite, hand-knotted wool rug from Kerman boasts a charming antique finish. The rug's warm beige-tan color field is adorned with a stunning, all-over floral medallion pattern...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Large Vintage Mashhad Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid-20th century rug with a floral design and a central medallion and a red field, blue, yellow, green and pink colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton fou...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Handmade Blue Antique Kerman Persian Wool Rug With an Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Discover the charm of this exquisite hand-knotted rug, a true antique from the 1880s. Its stunning blue and tan field, accented by rich brown details, adds unparalleled elegance and ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Circa 1920 Persian Kerman Rug Carpet, 9'7 x 12'7
Located in New York, NY
9'7 x 12'7. The detail in this exquisite Persian 1920s Kirman rug is a testament to the work of a true master weaver. The border blends in with the field and the dark blue central ou...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1950's Persian Kerman Carpet with Modern Rustic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53759 Distressed Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, 06'10 x 09'06. A vision of understated elegance, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Kerman rug embodies a delicate balance between in...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Quiet Sophistication Meets Relaxed Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
53739 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 06'08 x 09'10. Quiet sophistication meets relaxed refinement in this hand knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug. Get ready to be transported to a ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Navy Rug. Size 9'-11" X 12'-9"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Rug Floral Hunting Carpet Oriental 10 x 13 ft Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Vintage Rug Floral Hunting Carpet Oriental 10 x 13 ft Djoharian Collection A fine, hand knotted vintage rug with traditional Oriental floral hunting design. Size 13 x 10 ft / 400 x 300 cm...
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20th Century Turkish Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Carpet ( 9'2"x 11'8" - 280 x 355 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Carpet ( 9'2"x 11'8" - 280 x 355 )
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1910s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Pearl and Silver Antique Persian Kerman Embroidery 2'4" x 2'9"
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and Rare Pearl and Silver Antique Persian Kerman Embroidery, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rug, Circa Date: Mid – 19th Century
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Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Silk

Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a large central floral medallion living in a field of even more clustered flowers, surrounded by a wide and elaborate border wi...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
75019 Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, 02'06 x 06'08. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Kerman rug runner is a captivating piece that effortlessly combines elegance and charm. The se...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th Century Pictorial Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning late 19th century Persian Lavar Kirman pictorial rug depicting a seated Gonabadi Dervish, a Sufi order originating in the 14th century ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Nice Large Antique Dorokhsh Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
A stunning early 20th-century Dorokhsh rug, boasting a large size and exquisite features. This masterpiece showcases a captivating floral design with a rich array of natural colors. ...
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Early 20th Century Indian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful Indian Punjab Vintage Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice Punjab rug from India with a Persian design and beautiful colors with blue, pink and green, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.   ✨✨✨ "Experience the ep...
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Late 20th Century Indian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful large antique Kirman rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice large antique Kirman rug with beautiful floral design and nice colours , entirely and finely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation
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Early 20th Century Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s wonderful large floral design fine Kirman style rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of this exquisite antique rug featuring a floral design reminiscent of French Savonnerie carpets. Adorned with a beautiful array of flowers and a centr...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Allover Motif Antique Hand Knotted Kerman Wool Rug in Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This piece is an antique from the 1920s, with a dark blue all-over design on a beige field. It features a wide double border with an intricate design. This rug measures 10'8'' x 13'...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Traditional Lavar Kerman Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Lavar Kerman traditional rug. Accents in wine, blue, green and brown Measures: 4'1" x 6'7" The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia conti...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Yazd Carpet, 10'05 x 13'09
Located in Dallas, TX
90028 Antique Persian Yazd Rug, 10'05 x 13'09. Behold the enchanting beauty of this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Yazd rug, a true masterpiece of timeless elegance and intricate ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green mai...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green mai...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Kirman persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Kirman 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, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kirman 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 Karastan, Modenese Gastone, and Djoharian Design. 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 $220 and tops out at $3,200,000 while the average work can sell for $12,385.

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