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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
Doris Leslie Blau Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Persian Kirman botanic handwoven wool rug Size: 9'0" × 13'0" (274 × 396 cm) An early 20th century Kerman carpet from Southeast Persia, the midnight blue field with...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Blue Antique Persian Kerman Square Wool Rug Handmade Featuring a Rosette Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian Kerman wool rug from the 20th century showcases a meticulously crafted all-over floral design in beige, yellow, and peach. It also features a blue field. This rug measu...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Vintage Red Persian Floral Kerman Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
77718 Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, 10'00 x 12'10. Classic elegance meets regal charm in this vintage Persian Kerman rug. The intricate floral design and sophisticated color palette w...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940 13'5 x 26'2.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. This large oversized Kerman rug has an ivory ground filled with flower and vine designs enclosing a small central medallion with the surroundi...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Lavar Kerman Carpet, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
Of lavar quality, this well-woven SE Persian urban carpet displays a pendanted charcoal medallion enclosing a 12-point ivory palmette Sub-medallion, all on the pale pistachio ground ...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s pretty antique fine Tehran rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite antique Tehran rug, meticulously handwoven in fine wool on a cotton foundation, dating back to the late 19th century. This masterpiece features beautifully stylized floral ...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Antique Distressed Kirman Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite late 19th-century antique distressed Kirman rug. This masterpiece features a stunning floral design in natural colors, meticulously ha...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Kirman Botanic Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kirman botanic handmade wool carpet Size: 11'4" × 16'10" (345 × 513 cm) A decorative early 20th century Persian Kirman (Kerman) antique carpet, the black field with a...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Antique Persian Kerman Saddle Cover, Equestrian Charm Meets Laid-Back Luxury
Located in Dallas, TX
74897 Antique Persian Kerman Rug Saddle Cover, 03'03 X 03'08. Behold this hand-knotted antique Persian Kerman saddle cover, meticulously crafted with a round top and a gracefully cu...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21681 Antique Persian Kerman rug with Victorian Style 04'07 x 06'07. Sophisticated and refined with a Victorian style, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug charms with e...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A delightful color combination of soft pastel shades is incorporated in this Kerman rug with the soft blue field enclosing a central medallion...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty large antique yazd rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty antique Yazd rug, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. Discover the timeless elegance of the early 20th century with ou...
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Early 20th Century Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with the Ardabil Carpet Design
Located in Dallas, TX
60936 distressed antique Persian Kerman rug with The Ardabil Carpet design 09'10 x 13'02. Effortlessly chic and emanating coastal vibes with rustic sens...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Long Antique Kerman Handmade Botanical Oversize Beige and Blue Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Oversize Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This Kerman rug has a blue frame and accent that features an all-over botanical pattern design. This ru...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kerman Handmade Rose Persian Wool Rug with Allover Floral Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a beige and rose field. This Persian rug has a designed frame and multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over rosette pattern design...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique 1880s Persian Kermanshah Rug with Safavid Dynasty Design, 11' x 15'
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Kermanshah carpet features a Safavid Dynasty design and was created with a cotton warp and thread, hand-knotted handspun wool pile and nat...
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Beige Antique Kerman Handmade Rosette Motif Persian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a beige and red field. This Persian rug has multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over rosette pattern design. This rug measures...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1900s Antique Wool Rug Persian Kerman featuring an Allover Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian Kerman wool rug, dating back to the early 1900s, showcases a meticulously crafted allover floral design in blue. This exquisite antique rug carries a rich historical val...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Wonderful Fine Large Antique Kirman Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and fine early 20th century large valuable rug with nice indo Persian design with a central medallion and beautiful floral design also with beautiful natural colors wi...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Distressed Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, Vintage Kirman Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
76515, distressed vintage Persian Kerman rug, Vintage Kirman area rug. Delicately weathered and well-loved this vintage Persian Kirman rug possesses a t...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful Light Vintage Mood Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid-20th century rug with beautiful floral design with a central medallion and nice colors with beige field, red, blue, green, orange, purple and pink, entirely hand knotte...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful Light Vintage Mood Rug
Beautiful Light Vintage Mood Rug
$2,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Bobyrug’s Wonderful Very Fine Hand Knotted Isfahan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very fine rug with beautiful floral and central medallion design, beautiful colors with orange, blue and green, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on silk foundation. ...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

1880s Persian Kerman Wool Rug with Medallion Design in Tan
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning Kerman wool rug has been hand-knotted with antique craftsmanship. Its color field is a lovely tan. It is complemented by an intricately d...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Carpet, Ecru All-Over Field, Red Pink Borders
Located in New York, NY
This well-woven SE Persian urban carpet presents an ecru field with an all-over pattern in three discrete columns of small medallions, palmettes, vinery in several levels and various garden flowers, with a wide light palette including soft teal...
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1890s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Notable 19th Century Pictorial Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding notable 19th century Persian Kirman rug with a beautifully rendered depiction of the 18th century founder of the Zandieh Dynasty, Karim Khan ...
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1860s Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Wool Rug Persian Kerman featuring a Medallion Floral Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Persian Kerman wool rug from the early 1900s showcases a meticulously crafted allover floral design in blue and goldenrod. This antique rug features a raspberry red field. This...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1890 Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug, Even Wear, Majestic Garden
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a genuine hand knotted oriental rug. It is not hand tufted or machine made rug. Our entire inventory is made of either hand knotted or handwoven rugs. Start a new room with this superb antique carpet. This handcrafted Persian Kerman, is an authentic Shah good condition even wear hand knotted oriental rug. This rare piece has been knotted for months and months in the centuries old traditional weaving craftsmanship techniques by expert artisans. Foundation: Cotton Pile: Wool Exact field color...
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1890s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Lavar Kerman Rug Squarish Ivory 10'9"x12' Medallion
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a genuine hand knotted oriental rug. It is not hand tufted or machine made rug. Our entire inventory is made of either hand knotted or handwoven rugs. Bring life to your hom...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1880 Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a Genuine hand knotted Oriental rug. It is not hand tufted or machine made rug. Our entire inventory is made of either hand knotted or handwoven Rugs. Remodel your home with...
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1880s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

1880 Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug
1880 Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug
$12,375 Sale Price
34% Off
Fine Large Kirman Rug with savonnerie design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid-20th century very fine large rug with a beautiful floral Savonnerie design with a central medallion and nice colors with red field and blue, pink, yellow and green, fin...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Very Beautiful Fine Large Qom Vintage Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice 20th century Persian style rug with a beautiful design with garden and checkerboards and nice light colors, with green, blue, orange and brown, entirely and finely hand knotted ...
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Late 20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Blue Persian Antique Kerman Handmade Wool Rug With Rosette Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite, hand-knotted wool rug from Kerman boasts a charming antique finish. The rug's warm blue color field is adorned with a stunning, all-over floral pattern, highlighted b...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Oversize Persian Kerman Rug, Circa 1890 11'11 x 18'1
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kerman rug 11'11 x 18'1. A fine Kerman Garden Design Rug. The intricate field divided into rows of nine individual designs within their own frame which are repeated w...
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Tan Antique Persian Kirman Wool Rug with Allover Floral Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kirman hand-knotted wool runner with a beige color field. This Persian rug has a blue frame and accents in a gorgeous all-over floral motif. This rug measures: 3...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kerman Blue Handmade Persian Designed Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a navy blue field. This Persian rug has a beige frame and tan accents in a gorgeous all-over rosette pattern design. This rug m...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with several floral medallions covering the field, surrounded by a wide border with more flowers and scrolling vines, and all ...
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Little Square Kerman Vintage Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful rug in square shape with a floral design and a central medallion and blue field with yellow, brown and pink, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨...
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
73582 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug, 10'00 x 14'01. Woven at the confluence of poetry and prestige, this hand-knotted wool Persian Lavar Kerman rug from the late...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Little Dorokhsh Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 19th century rug with a central medallion design and beautiful natural colors with blue, red and pink, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Little Dorokhsh Rug
Antique Little Dorokhsh Rug
$950 Sale Price
20% Off
Tan Antique Kerman Handmade Allover Motif Persian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a tan field. This Persian rug has a brown frame with multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over floral pattern design. This rug ...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Pakistani Rug, Regal Charm Meets Stately Decadence
Located in Dallas, TX
78555 Vintage Pakistani Kerman Rug, 09'00 x 12'02. Emulating regal charm with incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted vintage Pakistani Kerman rug is a captivating vision o...
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, French Rococo Meets Relaxed Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
73804 Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, 10'05 x 13'07. French Rococo meets relaxed refinement in this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Mahal rug. The elaborate floral design and rich colo...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Soft Blue Persian Kerman Rug with Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
77514 vintage Persian Blue Kerman rug with Romantic English Country Charm. With a Classic floral pattern and traditional design aesthetic, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Kerm...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Very Fine Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug with Intricate Floral Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ornately detailed antique Persian Lavar Kerman rug replicating trees, branches and birds in a forest Design, rug KBE-200205, country of origin / type: Iran / Lavar Kerman, circa 1900...
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1890s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rust Antique Kerman Handmade Rosette Designed Persian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a red-rust field. This Kerman rug has multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over medallion floral pattern design. This rug measu...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Large Antique Persian Kerman Rug, South Central Persia.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Antique Persian Kerman Rug, South Central Persia. A fine wool pile hand-knotted and tightly woven on an all cotton foundation. A meticulous traditional dense Islamic floral geo...
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Mid-20th Century Vintage Persian Kirman Carpet, 02'06 x 19'03
Located in Dallas, TX
74669 Extra-Long Vintage Persian Kerman Rug Runner, 02'06 x 19'03. Persian Kerman carpet runners, originating from the city of Kerman in south-central Iran, are narrow rugs commonly ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman Depicting Princess Qajar
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th Century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman rug depicting Taj al-Saltaneh (1884 – January 25, 1936) who was a princess of the Qajar dynasty. She...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kerman Lavar Hand Knotted Persia Red Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in one of the most widely respected rug capitals of Persia in 1900, this antique Kerman Lavar wool rug enjoys an uncommon, complementary field size, favoring the intrica...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Millefleur Design
Located in Dallas, TX
53732 Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Millefleur Design 08'08 x 11'05. With a traditional floral design and rugged beauty, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persia...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Stately Decadence Meets Refined Sophistication
Located in Dallas, TX
78162 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 11'02 x 13'09. Embarking on a journey through time, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug epitomizes the union of stately decadence and...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Runner. 4 ft 8 in x 15 ft 4 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Kerman rug, country of origin: Persia, date circa late 19th century. Size: 4 ft. 8 in x 15 ft. 4 in (1.42 m x 4.67 m)
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Rustic Old World Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77608, distressed antique Persian Kerman rug with rustic old World Victorian style. Displaying a lovingly time-worn composition and a hint of romantic connotations with rustic sensib...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful Floral Antique Persian Kerman Rug 10'9" x 14'5"
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful Floral Antique Persian Kerman Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: 1880
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Kirman Blue Handmade Wool Carpet Size: 10'3" × 14'2" (312 × 431 cm) A late 19th century Persian Kerman rugs, the indigo field with an allover symmetrical pattern...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Chinese Kerman Rug, Timeless Style Meets Traditional Sensibility
Located in Dallas, TX
78300 Vintage Chinese Kerman Rug, 03'02 x 05'04. Sophisticated and refined with Victorian style, this hand knotted wool vintage Chinese Kerman rug charms with ease. Taking center st...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug with All-Over Boteh Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
76946 Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with All-Over Boteh Pattern 04’01 x 08’11. Modest yet full of character, this antique Kerman (Kirman) rug with traditional modern design d...
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Early 20th Century Russian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Qazvin Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
A mid-20th century Qazvin carpet from central Iran with an overall floral pattern on an ivory field within a rust floral border. 15' 11" x 9' 9".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Kerman Handmade Multicolor Allover Persian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a tan field. This Persian rug has pink, blue, goldenrod, and red accents in a gorgeous all-over floral pattern design. This rug...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Oversize Antique Kerman Handmade Beige Persian Wool Rug with Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a tan field. This Persian rug has multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over floral pattern design. This rug measures: 13'8" x 2...
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20th Century Persian 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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