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Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Orley Shabahang "Rabbit Hole" Cream and Brown Contemporary Persian Rug, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
Get lost in the beauty of this 8' x 10' cream and brown contemporary Persian area rug, "Rabbit Hole" from Orley Shabahang. This abstract piece utilizes a concentric design that mesme...
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Early 2000s Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78714 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, 07'01 x 10'04. Persian Ardabil rugs, originating from the city of Ardabil in Iran, are renowned for their intricate designs, fine craftsmanship, an...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bijar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78754 Antique Persian Bijar Rug Runner, 03'08 x 11'01. Persian Bijar carpet runners, slender and elongated, trace their origins to Bijar in western Iran, celebrated for their unparal...
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Early 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Contemporary Human Figure Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
21st-century Figurative one of a kind hand-made Persian Kilim 5'4'' x 8'
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Half Elephant Green Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Square size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with half an elephant on a green field Can be used as a wall piece too. Very light and easy to hang. Measures: 5' x 5' This was...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Meshad Handmade Wool Runner
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Meshad Blue, Gray Handmade Wool Runner Size: 4'10" × 29'9" (147 × 906 cm). Rare Persian Mashad carpet by the master weaver Amoghli, inspired by modernit...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Orley Shabahang "Rain" Modern Persian Area Rug, Amber on Indigo, 5' x 7'
Located in New York, NY
This 5’ x 7' Orley Shabahang signature “Rain” carpet showcases a modern design in a hand knotted Persian weave in a unique amber and indigo colorway. The design, from the Rain series...
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Early 2000s Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Gabbeh Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic and modern mid-20th century Persian Gabbeh kilim rug woven in with indigo nd crimson wool in large color blocks that are seamed together in the center.
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Runner with Floral Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional hand made Chobi wool runner with beautiful multi-colored floral design and fringe. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use.
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1960s Asian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
A shaggy hand-knotted Persian Gabbeh rug with camel and beige chevron like patterning.
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mazandaran Flatweave Rug in Blue Colors
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning flatweave rug in minimalist mid-century modern style. The handmade nature of the piece yields beautiful variation in blue colors. You can get rich hues of seafoa...
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Sunset Mazandaran Handwoven Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
This striking flatweave rug is made of handcarded and handspun wool. The vegetable dyes and handmade nature of the piece yield beautiful varation throughout. This rug has both mid-...
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mazandaran Striped Hand-woven Flatweave
Located in New York, NY
This striking flatweave rug is made of handcarded and handspun wool. The vegetable dyes and handmade nature of the piece yield beautiful varation throughout. This rug has both mid-...
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mazandaran Striped Handwoven Flatweave
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous flatweave rug has tones of black throughout. It is handmade with handcarded and handspun wool. The natural dyes and handmade nature give this rug the beautiful abrash ...
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

1940s Wool Rug/Carpet, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
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1940s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

1940s Kilim wool Carpet/Rug, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with some signs of use - professionally cleaned
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1940s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Hand-Knotted Tribal Persian Bokhara Room Size Rug
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven tribal Persian Bokhara room size wool rug Mid-20th Century Beautiful geometric design, with predominant colors in burgundy, ivory, and blac...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Large Bronze Stag Head on Marble Base
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Stunning large 27.5” H solid bronze stag head on marble base It’s a heavy piece at 27+ pounds but a unique one that would make a statement in any room...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Metal, Bronze

Vintage Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75552 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, 06'06 x 09'04. Antique-washed Persian Heriz rugs are a specialized category of Heriz rugs that undergo a unique washing process to soften the colors....
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid Century Wool Carpet, France, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique vintage carpet, 100% wood, very good original vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Room Size Wool Rug
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous and vibrant vintage hand-knotted Persian room size wool rug Mid-20th Century Classic traditional floral design, with predominant colors in pink, blue, green, and ivory. ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Gabbeh Square Oriental Carpet, Primitive Qashqai Wool Rug CHR67
Located in Hampshire, GB
This simple yet grand area rug has been hand-woven with Beige and orange tones. The simple design shows a gridded linear pattern with diamond motifs central to each square. On the bo...
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Early 1900s Caucasian Antique Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool, Organic Material, Cotton

Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Heriz Room Size Rug
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous vintage hand-knotted Persian Heriz room size wool rug Mid-20th Century Beautiful geometric floral design, with predominant colors in red, blue, gold, green, and ivory. ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Striped Neutral Toned Pelas Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage flatweave pelas rug was handmade in Iran in the mid 20th century. This rug is handwoven with 100% handspun wool and natural dyes. size: 5'7"x9'1"
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1950s Persian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Linen

Vintage Grey Toned Pelas Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage flatweave pelas rug was handmade in Iran in the mid 20th century. This rug is handwoven with 100% handspun wool and natural dyes. Custom sizes and color available Size...
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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool, Linen

Midcentury Boho Style Wool Carpet, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique double side carpet, 100% wood, very good original vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zig Zag 20th Century Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A 3rd quarter of the 20th Century Persian Gabbeh rug with a wavy zig-zag design size 3' 5" x 4' 6" (104 x 137 cm).
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Checkerboard Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Persian Gabbeh rug with an all-over checkerboard design Measures: 4'' x 7'.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Alexander McQueen Mid-Century English Hand Woven "Feathers", Silk Large Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century English Hand Woven \"Feathers\", silk large area rug (ALEXANDER MCQUEEN).
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61224 Vintage Persian Bakhtiari rug, 04'11 x 12'07. With its rugged beauty, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Large Vintage Red Persian Mahal Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75894 Vintage Persian Mahal rug, 10'03 X 13'05. Brimming with timeless style, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Mahal rug is a captivating vision ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Multi Dimensional Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Multi-Dimensional Persian Kilim size 6' 8" x 9' (203 x 274 cm).
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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Colorful Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century Persian Gabbeh rug Measures: 4'8'' x 6'11''.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Rug, 1970s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Vintage modern rug, made in the 1970s. Slight signs of age and using, but overall in good vintage condition. Dimensions: 300 x 200 cm.
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Synthetic, Polyester

Colorful Vintage Persian Square Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century Persian gabbeh colorful square rug. Measures: 5''' x 6'6''.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Box Pattern Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Persian Gabbeh rug with an all-over repetitive box shape pattern Measures: 4.11' x 7'.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Midcentury Geometric Red Wool Verneh Persian Kilim Runner
Located in Long Island City, NY
Have woven in wool originating from Persia between 1950-1960, this vintage mid-century Verneh Kilim features an uncommon variety of unique elements in colorway, geometric pattern, an...
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1950s Persian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Hand Knotted Modern Loch Ness Rug by Spacewarp
Located in Mumbai, IN
An interpretation of the mythical Scottish creature, composed of pastel shades that mirror its elusive nature. Hand Knotted with New Zealand wool. This whimsical Loch Ness rug, will...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversize Modern Blue Overdyed Wool Rug Handmade with Floral Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite modernized overdyed rug, crafted skillfully by hand using high-quality wool, showcases a brilliant blue foundation with a splendid Classic motif. This rug measures ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven Afghan kilim flat weave runner rug Mid-20th Century Beautiful geometric design, with predominant colors in maroon, orange, blue, and br...
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Mid-20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Dark Gray Overdyed Handmade Allover Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful contemporary overdyed rug, hand knotted wool with a gray field, orange accents in center medallion design. This rug measures 12' 6" x 18'.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Afghan Ersari Carpet
Located in New York, NY
The rich brownish red field supports three columns of octagonal guls detailed in burnt apricot, green and dark blue-green. The stepped lozenge border is similarly colored and so are ...
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Early 20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Persian Overdyed Handmade Allover Wool Rug in Grey & Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand knotted wool rug boasts a contemporary design featuring a gray and bright blue field adorned with an all-over Classic motif, exuding beauty and elegance. The rug is overdye...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Hamadan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61185 Antique Persian Hamadan Rug, 04.05 x 08.03. With its timeless style, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Hamadan rug is poised to impress. Th...
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Early 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61096 vintage Persian Bakhtiari rug, 10'02 x 13'03. With its classic four seasons panel design, incredible detail and texture, this hand-knotted w...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
61173 Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner, 03'06 x 12'02. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Hamadan r...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Sanadaj Accent Rug, Kitchen, Foyer or Entry Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75011, vintage Persian Sanadaj Accent rug, Kitchen, Foyer or Entry rug. This hand knotted wool vintage Persian Sanadaj accent rug features a centre medallion with anchor tip finials surrounded by an all-over geometric pattern. It is enclosed with a colorful border. Perfect for an entryway, alcove, nook, kitchen, bathroom, small space, mudroom, parlor, home office, den, walk-in closet, loft, lounge, sitting room, powder room, bedroom, study, suite, studio, short hall, hallway, foyer and entry. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Transitional, Eclectic, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Country, Bungalow, Arts & Crafts, Craftsman, English Country, Manor House, Art Deco, Bohemian, boho chic, shabby chic, and Tribal. Used as: Entry rug, Foyer rug, Entryway rug, Persian Kitchen Mat...
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Late 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Blue Modern Peshawar Overdyed Handmade Indian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful overdyed hand-knotted wool rug with a blue color field. This Persian rug has gray accents in an all-over floral design. This rug measures: 12' x 14'11". Our Rugs are prof...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Ref No 8898 Vintage
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
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Mid-20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Persian Style - Vintage Kurdish Flatweave
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
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20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool, Goat Hair

Mid-Century Style Vintage Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug with Checkered Pattern Inspired by Karl Benjamin
By Theo van Doesburg, Karl Benjamin
Located in Dallas, TX
61165 Vintage Persian Gabbeh rug with Checkered Pattern Inspired by Karl Benjamin 06'05 x 08'05. With its checkerboard design, incredible detail and text...
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Late 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug with Checkerboard Design
Located in Dallas, TX
61071 Vintage Persian Gabbeh rug, 03'10 x 07'03. With its checkerboard design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Gabbeh rug is a captivating visio...
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Late 20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
61140 Vintage Persian Hamadan runner, 03'05 x 10'03.
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Asian Mid-Century Modern Persian Carpet in Beige Red Black Fabric, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-Century Modern Persian carpet in beige red black fabric, 1950s Rectangular persian carpet in light colored fabric with floral pattern, typical of these rugs. Black exterior prof...
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1950s Asian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Fabric

Vintage Persian Runner, Beige, Brown, Purple, Blue Hues
Located in Asheville, NC
Vintage Persian hand woven runner / rug - measures 2’10 x 9’6.
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Orley Shabahang "Rabbit Hole" Contemporary Wool, Neutral, Persian Rug, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
Get lost in the beauty of this abstract wool area rug. Rabbit Hole utilizes a concentric design, created in entirely undyed wool, that pulls the viewer inwards toward the center. Pla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Hand-knotted Wool Contemporary Persian Rug, Cream and Natural Gray, 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
With a simple yet elegant geometric design, Excelsior possesses the power to transform any space. Using the Empire State design as its foundation, Excelsior offers a simplified expre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-century Modern persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern 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 Mid-Century Modern 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, Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang, and Rug & Kilim. 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 $230 and tops out at $75,000 while the average work can sell for $7,110.

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