Medieval Persian Rugs
MEDIEVAL STYLE
The Middle Ages in Europe followed the end of the Roman Empire, and in this time of change, which preceded the Renaissance, furniture was simple and utilitarian, with most homes having only the necessities like chests and benches. Much of medieval furniture, which was often made in oak or walnut, was built for the elite, particularly the emerging merchant class who owned multiple homes.
Life for many in the medieval era was unstable, and furniture was designed to be functional and portable. Peasants worked the fields for affluent landowners and didn’t have access to literature in the way that nobles and people of the church did (women less so than men). The furniture in their modest dwellings was typically limited to cookware and a handful of stools. Foldable chairs, while uncommon in homes of the early Middle Ages and emblematic of wealth, like all other furnishings of the time, allowed for easy transportation of a household. Trestle tables with detachable legs and collapsible beds were designed to be simply moved from place to place.
Medieval blanket chests were among the most important furniture objects and could further serve as tables or even beds. Some ancient traditions were carried forward to build this sturdy furniture, such as turnery. Although the furniture was minimally designed, embellishments like carvings added elegance to the heavy wood pieces. These details sometimes reflected trends in religious art like rose windows.
By the later Middle Ages, storage pieces like chests of drawers were often adorned with high relief carvings, such as geometric and floral motifs. By the 14th and 15th centuries, design had developed to include more involved pieces like cupboards and desks, while benches frequently doubled as chests with hinged seats. Beds also changed in this era from basic boards to four-post designs with large drapes to keep the sleeper warm. These beds and other medieval bedroom furniture were significant status symbols, passed down through families and used as places to conduct business and receive visitors.
Surviving examples of medieval furniture are very rare, yet its distinctive aesthetics influenced later styles like William and Mary and Arts and Crafts.
Find a collection of medieval seating, garden elements, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Medieval
Acadia White Antiqued Heriz Re-Creation Hand Knotted Wool Round Rug 14' x 14'
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Red Antiqued Fine Heriz Re-Creation All Wool Hand Knotted Square Rug 8'1" x 8'1"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Gallery Rug with Hunting Scene and Medieval Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76352, vintage Persian Tabriz gallery rug with hunting scene and traditional medival style 11'03 x 16'01. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Tabriz gallery rug features an incons...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Taupe Antique Persian Camel Hair Serab Pure Wool Hand Knotted Clean Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous hand-knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1910s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Barn Red Antique Persian Feraghan Sarouk Evenly Worn Hand Knotted Wool Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous hand-knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make exact rug size in feet and inches : 9'0" x 12'0" main rug color : redrug border color : red other colors of the rug : blue, ivory, green, yellow, orange, midnight blue rug...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Denim Antique Persian Tabriz Clean Rare Mustaffi Design Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Red Antique Persian Karajeh Heriz Pure Wool Hand Knotted Clean Oversized Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orange Antique Persian Tabriz Open Some Wear Clean Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous hand-knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to make exact rug size in feet and inches : 8'8" x 12'0" main rug color : orange rug border color : navy blue other colors of the rug : ivory, light blue, pink, beige rug pile...
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1920s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Distressed Craniotomy Vintage Red Skull Area Rug Inspired by Alexander McQueen
By Wunderkammer Studio, Alexander McQueen
Located in Dallas, TX
80458, distressed craniotomy vintage red skull area rug inspired by Alexander McQueen. This distressed vintage Persian rug was overdyed red and shorn with the centre field resisted in softer red hues in the shape of a human skull. Glamorous and morose, this variegated crimson colored skull rug symbolizes a dichotomy in the creative world, one in which death is part of life and life part of death. Recalling the skull designs of fashion designer Alexander McQueen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Overdyed Skull Rug Inspired by Alexander McQueen
By Wunderkammer Studio, Alexander McQueen
Located in Dallas, TX
80431, distressed vintage Calavera Sugar Skull rug Inspired by Alexander McQueen. Drawing inspiration from Alexander McQueen, Día de los Muertos, and Disney'...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1910 Antique Northwest Persian Wide Runner Rug Bold and Striking
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.
Enhance your room styl...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Gallery Rug with Hunting Scene and Medieval Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76286, vintage Persian Tabriz gallery rug with hunting scene and medieval style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Tabriz rug features an eight-point cusped central medallion ou...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
2nd Amendment Vintage Overdyed Rug
By Alexander Sturm, Wunderkammer Studio
Located in Dallas, TX
80386 2nd Amendment Vintage Overdyed Rug. Showcasing an esoteric design and artful craftsmanship, this vintage overdyed rug has been given a twist. The controversial pistol pattern and atmospheric colorway woven into this piece work together creating a truly one-of-a-kind look. A faded backdrop sets the scene cultivating a thought-provoking focal point with a multifaceted impact open to the viewer's interpretation of the 2nd amendment. Regardless if hung on the wall in a gun club or placed on the floor in a shooting range, this gun rug...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Blue with Yellow Antique Persian Bakhtiari Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
4'x6'2" Ivory Organic Wool Evenly Worn Mint Condition Clean Persian Vintage Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
3'9"x6'1" Ivory Pure Wool Hand Knotted Faded Out Worn Down Persian Vintage Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'5"X12'10" Blue Pure Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Kerman Distressed Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'8"x12'10" Blue Hand Knotted Worn Pile Pure Wool Vintage Persian Kerman Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'7"x13'1" Blue Worn Down Hand Knotted Wool Overdyed Vintage Persian Kerman Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'6"x12'5" Dim Gray Overdyed Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Kerman Soft Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'8"x13'3" Jet Gray Vintage Persian Kerman All Wool Rustic Feel Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'10"x13' Gray All Natural Wool Hand Knotted Overdyed Vintage Kerman Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
4'x7' Gray Faded Design Worn Wool Hand Knotted Clean Vintage Persian Kerman Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'3"x12'6" Gray Overdyed Worn Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Kerman Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Zoroastrian Karman, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving crafts...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
12'6"x19'6" Dark Coral Antique Persian Bakshaish Even Wear Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Dark Coral, Antique Persian Bakshaish with Geometric Anchored Medallion Design, Even Wear, Clean, Good Condition, Sides and Ends Secured, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, XL Long and Narrow,...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'x19'4" Barn Red Antique Persian Sarouk Rare Gallery Size Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
2'1"x5'9" Vista White Hand Knotted Pure Wool Vintage Persian Tabriz Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
2'6"x10' Ivory Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Worn Pure Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
5'3"x8'6" Red Vintage Persian Bakthiar Hand Knotted Pure Wool Clean Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1950s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'6"x12'4" Gray Pure Wool Vintage Hand Knotted Persian Tabriz Clean Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'10"x12'6" Sceptre Red Pure Wool Vintage Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
7'9"x10'9" Ruby Red Geometric Medallion Old Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'1"x12'4" Red Even Wear Vintage Persian Heriz Sheared Low Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'3"x11'8" Watermelon Red Pure Wool Persian Heriz Geometric Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
10'x12'5" Red Pure Wool Hand Knotted Semi Antique Persian Heriz Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'1"x11'9" Cereza Red Pure Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Heriz Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'7"x10'10" Pomegranate Red Worn Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pompeian Red Hand Knotted Antique Persian Hamadan Soft Wool Clean Rug 8'5"x11'3"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1930s Indian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Blue Antique Persian Bibikabad Hand Knotted Wool Gallery Size Rug 7'1"x16'3"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Crimson Red Antique Persian Khorsan Hand Knotted Pure Wool Clean Rug 8'9"x12'6"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
5'1"x7' Blue Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Air Force Blue, Hand Knotted, Broken and Erased Persian Medallion Design, Wool and Pure Silk, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool & Silk
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: T...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
6'10"x10'1" Purple, Overdyed Persian Viss Design Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Purple, Worn Down, Overdyed Erased and Obscured Persian Viss Design, Distressed, Soft Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Sty...
Category
2010s Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'7"x12' Ivory, Modern, Soft and Plush Persian Wool Gabbeh Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Ivory, Modern, Thick, Soft and Plush Persian Wool Gabbeh with Large Tree Design, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: Transit...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Distressed Vintage Skull Steampunk Style Area Rug Inspired by Alexander McQueen
Located in Dallas, TX
80434 Distressed Vintage Skull Steampunk Style Area Rug Inspired by Alexander McQueen. Unconventional elements, like this hand-knotted wool distressed vi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Medieval Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Medieval persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Medieval persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Medieval persian rugs made in a specific country, there are Asia, Iran, and West Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 $330 and tops out at $49,000 while the average work can sell for $2,213.