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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Persian Modernist Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Persian modernist carpet from the fourth quarter of the 20th century. This carpet was woven with repurposed old wool to give it a vintage look and feel.
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Orange & Cream Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 9x12 Kilim from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Connoting a modern take on classic panel-weaving, our latest “Re...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Custom Kilim Design in Beige-Brown and Gray
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this custom Kilim design is from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
Further On the Design:
The “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Mahal Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mahal rug from the mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Persian Shiraz Rug
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
This modern Persian hand knotted rug is made with handspun wool and natural dyes. It is inspired by the antique rug making style that is nativ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Gabbeh accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 4' 0" x 5' 11".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Green and Blue Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 Kilim is from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
Further on the design:
The “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on classic p...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Red Overdyed and Distressed Handmade Persian Lavar Kerman Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This 21st century creation consists of an antique Persian Lavar Kerman from the early 20th century (circa 1910) that has been overdyed red and intentionally distressed to offer a sha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'1"x12' Pink Wool & Pure Silk Medallion Erased Persian Design Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Pink Wool and Pure Silk Medallion Erased Persian Design Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-ol...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
8'1"x10' Gray Hand Knotted Abstract with Galaxy Design Pure Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Shades of Gray, Hand Knotted, Abstract with Galaxy Design, Persian Knot, 100% Wool, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: Con...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
4'x5'8" Gray Abstract with Galaxy Design Persian Knot Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Shades of Gray with Rust, Persian Knot, Abstract with Galaxy Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
India Solid Over Size Rug - Wool Taupe Design - 93722
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of India Solid featuring Over Size Rug in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and Taupe, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Persian Carpet, Brown, Khaki, Cream and Camal-Colored Wool, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
This 9' x 12' wool rug is a contemporary masterpiece from Orley Shabahang’s Music Collection. Entirely hand-knotted using traditional Persian weaving techniques, this piece is crafte...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Superior Luxury Rug Kohinoor Contemporary Rug in Silk by Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Kohinoor Luxury rug
Maharaja Style Rug Silk and Wool by Djoharian Design for living room, dining room, bedroom.
Exclusive designer rug, hand-knotted from wool and real silk.
Our c...
Category
2010s Nepalese Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Orley Shabahang "Flutter" Abstract Persian Carpet, Indigo and Gold Wool, 5' x 7'
Located in New York, NY
Orley Shabahang's "Flutter" abstractly depicts the briefest instants as falling leaves in autumn sit transfixed in their moment of weightlessness as they waft to the ground. Deep ind...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Moroccan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful Moroccan rug with a modernist geometric pattern containing multiple light indigo and white zigzag stripes against a light and dark cranberry...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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
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
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
Persian Khotan Area Rugs Circa 1990 - Wool Blue Ivory Taupe Design - 99561
Located in Dallas, TX
This Persian Khaton Area Rug is Whispers of the Silk Road: A Persian Masterpiece in the Khotan Style
Some objects are more than just decoration; they are echoes of a legendary past, ...
Category
20th Century Iraqi Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
2'6"x12'1" Powder Blue Persian Tree Design Jacquard Hand Loomed Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Powder Blue, Tone on Tone Persian Tree Design, Jacquard, Hand Loomed, Wool and Art Silk, Runner Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool & Art Silk
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
St...
Category
2010s 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 Persian Animal Rug, Neutral Wool and Silk, Orley Shabahang 8’ x 10’
Located in New York, NY
Measuring: 8’1” x 10’5”, approximately 8’ x 10’, this carpet’s warm cream background is detailed with deep black silk highlights. Hand knotted and with all-natural wool and silk, thi...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Persian Khamseh Pictorial Rug with Dervish Scene, Persian Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
76200, vintage Persian Khamseh Pictorial rug with Dervish Scene, Persian wall hanging. Ancient Persia boasts the true origin of viticulture and wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bijar Persian Rug with Modern Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Possessing many of the fine qualities most sought after by rug enthusiasts and connoisseurs, this antique Bijar Persian rug will make a lovely addition to nearly any space. Rich and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Persian Tabriz Modern Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian Tabriz room size carpet handmade during the 21st century.
Measures: 10' 0" x 13' 3"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Blue and Cream Wool Modern Persian Carpet, Hand-Knotted, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
In soft and inviting shades of light blue, cream, gray, and indigo wool, this hand-knotted contemporary carpet titled "Muru" measures 8’2” x 9’11” and belongs to the Orley Shabahang ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Flatweave Persian Rug, Brown and Cream, 10' x 14'
Located in New York, NY
From the Orley Shabahang flat-weave collection, this signature carpet in handspun wool and vegetable dyes was created by master weaver Bahram Shabahang.
Orley Shabahang works house t...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Blue with Gray Stripes and Brown Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10x14 Kilim from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Connoting a modern take on Classic panel-weaving, our latest “Rez K...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Leopardess" Tribal Revival Persian Rug, Neutral Wool, 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
Titled “Leopardess,” this cream and grey detailed carpet showcases a spotted leopard perched in a tree, surveying her surroundings for her prey. The carpet’s pile is hand-knotted uti...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'9"x12' Shades of Gray 100% Wool Abstract Design Persian Knot Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Shades of Gray, 100% Wool, Abstract with Galaxy Design, Persian Knot, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: Con...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Beige & Grey Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10x15 Kilim from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Connoting a modern take on classic panel-weaving, our latest “Rez K...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Beige with Black and Yellow Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 Kilim is from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
Further on the design
The “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on classic panel w...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Red, Green, and White Chevrons
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x11 Kilim is from a new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
Its construction uses a paddle-weave technique that plays complementary colors toget...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
10'2"x10'2" Gray Hand Knotted Persian Knot Abstract Design Pure Wool Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray Hand Knotted, Persian Knot Densely Wove Modern Abstract Design, Pure Wool Round Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Gray with Brown Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 Kilim is from an exciting new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
Further On the Design:
The “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on classic ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Beige with Brown and Light Blue Accents
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 7x10 Kilim is from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim.
Further on the design:
The “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on classic panel...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Nobles" Modern Persian Animal Rug, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
This Orley Shabahang signature "Nobles" carpet, from our limited series Animal Collection, was created using handspun wool and organic vegetable dyes. This contemporary twist on the ...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Wool Persian Rug, Blue and Cream, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
This 8’ x 10’ Orley Shabahang signature “Rain” carpet showcases a modern design in a hand knotted Persian weave. This carpet, from the Orley Shabahang Rain...
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
4'2"x10' Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Ivory Wide Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Persian Erased Medallion Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Ivory Oriental Wide Runner Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
6'1"x9'1" Gray with Brown Abstract Design Persian Knot Hand Knotted All Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Misty Gray with Brown, Persian Knot, Abstract with Galaxy Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Sty...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
12'1"x17'7" Gray Persian Erased Design Silk with Wool Hand Knotted Oversized Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Nickel Gray, Broken Persian Erased Design, Silk with Textured Wool, Hand Knotted, Oversized Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: Transition...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
India Khotan Area Rugs - Wool Blue Design - 94115
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of India Khotan featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and Blue, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
India Transitional Area Rugs - Wool Brown Ivory Design - 96574
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of India Transitional featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and BrownIvory, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
12'x15'4" Gray Erased Persian Inspired Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pink Gray, Broken and Erased Persian Inspired Design, Wool and Silk with Touch of Pink, Hand Knotted, Oversize Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool & Silk
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.2...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
8'x9'10" Intense Gray Transitional Erased Silk with Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hand Knotted, Transitional Persian Erased Medallion Design, Silk with Textured Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
10'x14'2" Bone Gray, Natural Wool Hand Knotted, Abstract Design, Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Bone Gray, Natural Wool Hand Knotted, Abstract Design, Dense Weave Persian Knot, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'x10'3" Green Persian Knot Abstract with Galaxy Design Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Laurel Green, Persian Knot, Abstract with Galaxy Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: Conte...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Persian Tabriz Modern Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian Tabriz room size carpet handmade during the 21st century.
Measures: 9' 11" x 13' 1"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Persian Tabriz Modern Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian Tabriz Accent Rug handmade during the 21st century.
Measures: 4' 10" x 6' 8"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
2'5"x10'3" Denser Weave Persian Knot with Abstract Design Wool Gray Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Denser Weave Persian Knot with Abstract Design Wool Gray Hand Knotted Runner Oriental Rug. It has been woven for months and months in the centur...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
2'6"x7'10" Gray Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray, Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design, Wool and Pure Silk, Runner Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-ol...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
3'x5' Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian weavi...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
2'6"x12' Yale Blue with Gold Modern Mosaic Design Hand Knotted Wool & Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Yale Blue with Mix of Gold, Denser Weave, Modern Mosaic Design, Persian Knot, Hand Knotted, Wool and Silk, Runner, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool & Silk
Latex: No Pile
height...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'9"x9'9" Gray Persian Knot Abstract Design Pure Wool Hand Knotted Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Shades of Gray, Persian Knot, Abstract with Galaxy Design, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Round, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Sty...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'1"x10'2" Gray & Beige Persian Knot Abstract Design Hand Knotted All Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pewter Gray with Beige, Persian Knot, Abstract with Galaxy Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
St...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
10'x13'10" Gray-Beige Abstract with Galaxy Design Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Anchor Gray with Beige, Densely Woven, Abstract with Galaxy Design, Persian Knot, Pure Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
St...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
8'5"x8'5" Gray Abstract Design, Hand Knotted Natural Wool Round Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray Modern Abstract Design, Hand Knotted, Persian Knot, Natural Wool Round Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centu...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique 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, asian art and furniture, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used 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 Rug & Kilim, Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang, and Nasiri. 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 $239 and tops out at $150,000 while the average work can sell for $6,000.