Modern Persian Rugs
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Blue and Cream Wool Persian Rug with Detailed Textured Patterns, 2' x 3'
Located in New York, NY
This blue and cream wool Persian area rug with detailed textured patterns, sized 2' x 3', offers a cool, refreshing palette that adds a serene, calming touch to any space. The rug’s ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
006: Hand-woven flatweave field with Persian knot cut pile motif. 100% Nettle
Located in Austin, TX
006: Hand-woven flatweave field with Persian knot cut pile motif.
Elevate your space with this stunning hand-woven flatweave field with Persian knot cut pile motif. Crafted from 100...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Other
Modern Abstract Magma Wool Persian Rug in Red and Blue Tones, 10' x 14'
Located in New York, NY
This modern and abstract wool Persian rug, "Magma", in red and blue tones in 10' x 14' features a bold and dynamic design that draws the eye with its striking contrast of rich reds a...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Distressed and Overdyed Handmade Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
This 21st century creation consists of an antique Persian Tabriz rug handmade during the early 20th century that was scraped and overdyed to produce a distressed appeal. Although the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
By Paul Klee
Located in Dallas, TX
61215 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 03.05 x 04.00.
With its checkerboard design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Gabbeh rug is a captivating visi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Oriental Inspired Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Traditional oriental inspired blue, salmon pink and beige wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 6'4" × 9'0" (193 × 274 cm).
Imagine a busy bazaar in Iran, with merchants noisily adver...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 13'4" × 18'4" (406 × 558 cm)
A contemporary traditional inspired hand-knotted wool rug. This traditional classic rug draws attention not only to its tasteful design but also dedication to tradition. The rug has ivory-beige, yellow, green, and red accents on a light blue field, in a gorgeous all-over classic geometric floral design enclosed with a bold beige frame.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Indian Bijar Rug, 03'01 x 21'00
Located in Dallas, TX
74967 Extra-Long Antique Indian Bijar Rug, 03'01 x 21'00. This stunning hand-knotted wool antique Indian Bijar rug is an extraordinary example of intricate craftsmanship and timeless...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Red and Gold “Flutter” Modern Abstract Wool Rug by Orley Shabahang, 2' x 3'
Located in New York, NY
This red and gold “Flutter” modern abstract wool rug by Orley Shabahang, sized 2' x 3', introduces a dynamic blend of contemporary design and artisanal craftsmanship. The rug feature...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Red and Tan Wool Persian Rug with Detailed Textured Patterns, 3' x 4'
Located in New York, NY
This modern red and tan wool Persian rug with detailed textured patterns, sized 3' x 4', showcases a warm, earthy palette that infuses any room with inviting tones. The rich blend of...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77685 Distressed Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 04'06 x 06'08. Step into a world where history and artistry converge in this enchanting hand-knotted wool antique Persian Bakhtiari ru...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Blue and Cream Wool Persian Rug with Detailed Textured Patterns, 2' x 3'
Located in New York, NY
This modern blue and cream wool Persian rug with detailed textured patterns, sized 2' x 3', brings a striking blend of subtle color and expert craftsmanship to any space. The rug’s a...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61252 Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 03'02 x 04'11. Step into a world of timeless beauty with this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Bakhtiari rug, where intricate artistry meets cul...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Soft Blue Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78893 New Modern Blue Persian Sultanabad Rug, 08'00 x 10'04. This exquisite hand-knotted wool modern Persian Sultanabad rug radiates timeless elegance and sophisticated charm, making...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Red Ombre Wool Persian Rug with Textured Waves, 3’ x 5’
Located in New York, NY
This modern red ombre wool Persian rug, sized 3' x 5', captivates with its textured waves, creating a visually dynamic effect. The rug features a rich gradient of red hues that seaml...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Pink Persian Hamadan Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
61238 Antique Persian Hussainabad Hamadan Rug, 03'04 x 05'10. This exquisite hand-knotted wool antique Persian Hussainabad Hamadan rug is a captivating example of traditional Persian...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Simple Modern Muted Green Wool Persian Rug, Minimalist Design, 2' x 3'
Located in New York, NY
This simple modern muted green wool Persian rug, sized at 2' x 3', embodies a minimalist design that complements both contemporary and traditional interiors. Its understated muted gr...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1890's Antique Blue Persian Hamadan Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
90026 Antique Persian Hamadan Rug, 11'09 x 15'07. This enchanting antique Persian Hamadan rug is a stunning masterpiece that captures the essence of traditional Persian craftsmanship...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Green Indian Gabbeh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78769 Vintage Green Indian Gabbeh Rug, 08'00 x 09'08. Hand-knotted wool Indian Gabbeh rugs are traditional rugs from India, influenced by Persian culture. Crafted by skilled artisans...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Damask Silk Area Rug with Victorian Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
31136 Contemporary Abstract Erased Damask Rug, 06'08 x 09'07. Emanating a sense of modern sophistication and timeless elegance, this exquisite hand-knotted silk rug presents a contem...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Contemporary Damask Silk Area Rug with Victorian Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
31135 Modern Erased Damask Rug, 08'02 x 10'00. This stunning hand-knotted wool and silk rug is a perfect embodiment of contemporary elegance, featuring an abstract damask pattern tha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Modern rug in Gold, Brown & Black Pictorial Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
From Rug & Kilim’s Modern collection comes this 6x7 rug - finely hand-knotted in goat hair wool.
On the Design
The pictorial design features an afghan hound like a silhouette in ri...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
Earth-Tone Vintage Indian Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
76691 Vintage Earth-Tone Indian Rug, 09'00 x 11'07. Embark on a captivating journey through time and nature-inspired style with our meticulously crafted hand-knotted wool vintage ear...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Geometric Bijar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75990 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug, 02'11 x 05'05. This hand knotted wool vintage Persian Bijar rug features an allover pattern with two vertically oriented hooked hexagons and dense fl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Earth-Tone Gabbeh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
31006 Earth-Tone Indian Gabbeh Rug, 04'11 x 07'10. Hand-knotted wool Indian Gabbeh rugs are traditional rugs originating from India, characterized by their handcrafted construction u...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Geometric Bijar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78017 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug, 03'03 x 06'02. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Bijar rug is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship and timeless design. At the heart ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
abc carpet Yellow Contemporary Tiger Wool Rug - 6'8" x 10'6"
Located in New York, NY
This Yellow Contemporary Tiger Wool Rug is a stunning piece of art for your floor. Hand knotted in Turkey, this 6'8" x 10'6" contemporary rug features a...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Shiraz Diamond Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
78242 Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, 07'03 x 10'03. Exuding a traditional sensibility and timeless style, the hand-knotted wool antique Persian Shiraz rug is a captivating masterpiece o...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Indian Mahal Wool Rug, Timeless Allure Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
78147 Vintage Indian Mahal Rug Runner, 02'06 x 11'09. Arts and Crafts style meets cozy cohesiveness in this hand knotted wool vintage Indian Mahal rug runner. The nature-inspired des...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Brown and Cream Orley Shabahang "Harmony" Persian Wool Carpet, 12' x 15'
Located in New York, NY
As beats and melodies mix and swirl into harmonious song, so does the modern "Harmony" Persian in brown and cream wool create a majestic symphony in this 12' x 15' size. Utilizing a ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Diamond Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
78846 Vintage Persian Shiraz Rug, 09'11 x 12'09. Step into a world of celestial charm and nomadic elegance with this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Shiraz rug. The central diamond...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Floral Bijar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78145 Antique Orange Persian Bijar Rug, 03'04 x 05'00. This exquisite hand-knotted wool antique Persian Bijar rug is a captivating vision of artistry and tradition, designed to bring...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Damask Silk Area Rug with Victorian Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
31014 Contemporary Abstract Damask Wool and Silk Rug, 09'01 x 12'00. Contemporary abstract damask rugs with an erased design, originating from India, seamlessly blend traditional and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Wool
New Contemporary Damask Silk Area Rug with Victorian Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
31137 Contemporary Abstract Erased Damask Rug, 07'10 x 09'07. Contemporary abstract damask rugs with an erased design, originating from India, blend traditional and abstract aesthet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
New Contemporary Damask Wool and Silk Area Rug with Victorian Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
31146 Modern Gray Erased Damask Rug, 06'11 x 10'00. Contemporary modern damask rugs with an erased design, originating from India, blend traditional and modern aesthetics through int...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Contemporary Damask Silk Area Rug with Victorian Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
31138 Contemporary Abstract Erased Damask Rug, 06'07 x 09'08. Contemporary abstract damask rugs with an erased design, originating from India, blend traditional and abstract aestheti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Modern Cream Wool and Silk Carpet in Brown and White, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
This modern work of functional art, the "Strata" carpet from Orley Shabahang in 9' x 12' woven in wool and silk, represents the epitome of luxury. Layering architectural motifs atop ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Modern Patterned Blue and Cream Wool Persian Carpet, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
In pure wool, this 8' x 10' modern wool area rug, "Mahi," utilizes blue and cream in a stylish patterned design. This carpet showcases the beauty of a hand-knotted Persian masterpiec...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Colorful Orley Shabahang "Kaleidoscope" Modern Wool Persian Rug, 10' x 14'
Located in New York, NY
This colorful Orley Shabahang Signature wool Persian area rug, "Kaleidoscope" from our Galaxy collection, measures 10' x 14'. Created using handspun wool, the dazzlingly vibrant whil...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Floral Bijar Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
74499 Square Antique Persian Bijar Rug, 02'06 x 02'08. Antique-washed Persian Bijar rugs are exquisite handcrafted rugs that undergo a specialized washing process to soften the color...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Traditional Oriental Inspired Yellow Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary traditional oriental inspired yellow wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 6'0" × 8'8" (182 × 264 cm).
Although presently made, this traditional carpet exhibits the glamou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Wool Persian Rug in Gray and Cream, Orley Shabahang, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
Awaken into your dreams with this gray and cream contemporary 8' x 10' Persian rug by Orley Shabahang, titled "Canberra," from their Dream Collection. A flowing interconnected patter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Black Persian Shan Abbasi Indian Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
78678 Earth-Tone Vintage Indian Rug, 09'01 x 12'02. Indian rugs with Shah Abbasi designs are hand-knotted carpets featuring intricate floral motifs inspired by the Persian Shah Abbas...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Amazing Ziegler Wool Rug began 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing Ziegler Wool Rug began 20th Century
Very good condition
Measurements: 365 x 274 cm
Ziegler rugs are inspired by the design of classic Persian rugs to give every interior an ...
Category
Early 20th Century Pakistani Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Wool Persian Map Rug, "San Francisco" by Orley Shabahang, 10' x 14'
Located in New York, NY
This wool Persian carpet by Orley Shabahang depicting an antique map, "San Francisco", measures 10' x 14'. Every step upon its plush surface takes one on a journey not only across a room, but through time and history. From the Orley Shabahang Map Collection, which translates antique cartography...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Pink Persian Hamadan Rug, Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
53944 Vintage Pink Persian Hamadan Rug, 05'07 x 07'06. Persian Nahavand Hamadan rugs, originating from Iran's Nahavand area within the broader Hamadan region, meld the weaving tradit...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Pink Persian Hamadan Rug, Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
53941 Vintage Pink Persian Hamadan Rug, 05'05 x 08'03. Persian Nahavand Hamadan rugs, originating from Iran's Nahavand area within the broader Hamadan region, embody a harmonious ble...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim, in Teal and Seafoam Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 8x11 Kilim in Teal and Seafoam accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design: ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug Carpet Runner, Brown Pink Aqua
Located in Dallas, TX
53940 Vintage Persian Malayer Hamadan Rug Runner, 02'09 x 09'01. Persian Malayer Hamadan carpet runners are narrow, elongated rugs handwoven in the Malayer area within Iran's Hamadan...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown, with Beige Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 9×13 Kilim in Brown with Beige accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design: ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown with Beige Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10×14 Kilim in Brown with Beige accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design: ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Green, with Beige Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10×14 Kilim in Green with Beige accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design: ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
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Wool
Contemporary Blue Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61295 Modern Persian Sultanabad Rug, 08'07 x 12'01. Originating in Iran's Sultanabad region, Persian Sultanabad rugs are renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, enduring materi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Leopard" Persian Rug, Wool and Silk, Cream and Gray, 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
Hand knotted with pure wool and silk highlights, this 6' x 9' Persian leopard rug by Orley Shabahang will watch over your home for generations. The leopard's graceful form seems to p...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown Accents, with Textural Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10×14 Kilim in Brown accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim, with Vertical Stripes in Beige and Brown
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 9x12 Kilim, with Vertical Stripes in Beige and Brown, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting a...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Grey and Blue Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61297 Modern Gray Persian Sultanabad Rug, 11'01 x 11'04. Originating in Iran's Sultanabad region, Persian Sultanabad rugs are renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, durable ma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Rust Tone Orange and Beige Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 Kilim rug is from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim.
On the design:
Connoting a modern take on classic panel-wea...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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