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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Oversized Vintage Patchwork Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
52130 Vintage purple patchwork rug 11'00 x 16'03. Cleverly composed with well-balanced asymmetry, this hand-knotted wool vintage patchwork rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. The eye-catching geometric pattern and lively purple colors woven into this patchwork rug work together creating a truly unique look. The composition is composed of distressed and overdyed pieces of Persian rug fragments...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

21st Century Modern Tufted Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
21st century modern Tufenkian rug with a silver labyrinth motif. This rug measures at 8'9" x 11'6".
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Ochre with Beige and Pink Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 4 x 5 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 pa...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Gray and Beige with Stripes & Brown Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10x14 Kilim design from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Fondly dubbed, “Rez Kilims”, this modern take on cl...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Mashhad Gallery Rug with Traditional Jacobean Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75598 Vintage Persian Mashhad Rug, 10’01 x 15’10. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Mashhad rug is an exquisite example of traditional Persian artistry, featuring a mesmerizing ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Khamseh Pictorial Rug with Dervish Scene, Persian Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
76198, vintage Persian Khamseh Pictorial rug with Dervish Scene, Persian wall hanging. Ancient Persia boasts the true origin of viticulture and wi...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Bakhtiari Persian Rug with Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Featuring highly desirable colors and a traditional modern style, this antique Bakhtiari Persian rug embodies a harmonious energy captiva...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Hamadan Persian Rug with Herati Design
Located in Dallas, TX
73277 Antique Hamadan Persian Rug with Herati Design. Providing an element of comfort, artistic statement and functional versatility, th...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Tribal Allure Meets Contemporary Santa Fe
Located in Dallas, TX
61094 Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal Style 03'08 x 05'07. Full of tiny details and tribal style, this hand-woven wool vintage Pe...
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Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

1880s Antique Persian Bijar Rug, Timelessly Classic Meets Decidedly Dapper
Located in Dallas, TX
76771 Antique Persian Bijar Rug, 05'03 x 09'07. Timelessly classic meets decidedly dapper in this antique Persian Bijar rug. The geometric masculine design and moody hues woven into ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Mahal Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mahal throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 4" x 5' 1"
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Bright Indian Ikat Wool Rug in Blue, Gold, Gray, and Cream, 4' x 6'
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary bright Indian Ikat wool rug in blue, gold, gray, and cream, measuring 4' x 6', transforms a centuries-old textile tradition into a vibr...
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2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Double-Sided Reversible Mid-20th Century Persian Flat-Weave Kilim Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A double sided and reversible vintage Persian flat-weave Kilim accent rug in gallery format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 5' 6" x 9' 4".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Hamadan Rug with Modern Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Full of character and stately presence, this antique Persian Hamadan rug with modern tribal style showcases an extravagant geometric design rendered in beautiful variegated shades of...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Mahal Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75832, vintage Persian Mahal rug with traditional style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Mahal rug features a centre cruciform cross-like medallion with an all-over botanical ...
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Late 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug in Gray and Blue
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 6x8 piece is from a bold new line of contemporary rugs by Rug & Kilim. Further On the Design: This new addition to “Rez Kilim” is a play of pile and flat weave together, as seen in the sky blue field and gray border. Additionally, this is the first addition...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Midcentury Handmade Indian Whimsical Pictorial Large Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indian Lahore pictorial large room size rug handmade during the mid-20th century. The eccentric and whimsical pictorial rug consists of ...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Hamadan Accent Rug for Foyer, Kitchen, Bathroom, or Entry Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
75234,Vintage Persian Hamadan Accent Rug for Foyer, Kitchen, Bathroom, or Entry Rug. This hand-knotted wool vintage Hamadan Persian rug features a central stylized floral medallion i...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Art Deco Style Mahal Small Runner
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Art Deco style Mahal small runner handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 2" x 6' 7".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

1950's Persian Borchelou Hamadan Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76076 Vintage Persian Borchelou Hamadan Rug, 02'05 x 03'10. This hand knotted wool vintage Persian Borchelou Hamadan rug exudes timeless charm and expert craftsmanship, reflecting th...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Midcentury Handmade Persian Kashan Art Deco Style Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Kashan Art Deco style modernist accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 4' 5" x 6' 11".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

1920's Antique Blue Persian Shiraz Rug, 05'02 x 06'09
Located in Dallas, TX
53770 Antique Light Blue Persian Shiraz Rug, 05'02 x 06'09. Antique-washed Persian Shiraz rugs are a variation of traditional Persian Shiraz rugs that undergo a special washing proce...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Khamseh Pictorial Rug with Dervish Scene, Persian Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
76199, vintage Persian Khamseh Pictorial rug with Dervish scene, Persian wall hanging. Ancient Persia boasts the true origin of viticulture and wine drinking as celebrated in this ha...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Overdyed Blue Skull Rug Inspired by Alexander McQueen
By Alexander McQueen, Wunderkammer Studio
Located in Dallas, TX
80273, Vintage Overdyed Blue Skull Rug Inspired by Alexander McQueen 07'08 x 11'02. Drawing inspiration from Alexander McQueen, Día de los Muertos, and Disne...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Kurdish Persian Accent Rug with Boteh Pattern in Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72613, antique Kurdish Persian Accent rug with boteh pattern in traditional style. This hand-knotted wool antique Kurdish Persian accent rug with a traditional style features diagonal rows of large-scale boteh, or paisley motifs. Smaller red boteh decorate the backdrop. It is enclosed with three meandering floral borders, flanked by decorative barber pole subsidiary guard bands. This small Persian rug is suitable for traditional, transitional, or modern interiors or a rustic farmhouse look. The pattern is dense and delicate, filling an interior with eye-popping colors in an endearing design. Used as: Entry rug, foyer rug, entryway rug, Persian kitchen mat...
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1910s Persian Vintage Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Mahal Area Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75899, vintage Persian Mahal area rug with traditional style. This hand knotted wool vintage Persian Mahal rug features a diamond-shaped center medalli...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76654 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 03'05 x 20'05. Persian Malayer carpet runners are long, narrow rugs handcrafted in the city of Malayer, located in western...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Persian Carpet in Indigo, Gold, and Cream Wool, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
If one were to be flying through space and straight into a black hole, one can imagine gazing at a similar cosmic display as can be found in this contemporary Persian carpet, titled ...
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Early 2000s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Neutral Round Area Rug, Quiet Sophistication Meets Stylish Versatility
Located in Dallas, TX
30286 Neutral Round Area Rug, 08'00 X 08'00. Quiet sophistication meets stylish versatility in this neutral round area rug. The elaborate botanical design and neutral color palette ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Mahal Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mahal throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 3" x 3' 8".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Persian Shiraz Rug
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...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Veece Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Veece modernist carpet from the mid-20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Veece Rug
Vintage Persian Veece Rug
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Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Blue with Gray Stripes and Brown Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x12 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...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Hamadan Rug with Mid-Century Modern Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72457, antique Persian Hamadan rug with Mid-Century Modern tribal style. With a timeless design aesthetic and mid-century modern style, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Hamadan...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Ochre with Beige and Pink Accents
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 ...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Hamadan Gallery Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Hamadan carpet in long and narrow gallery format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 4' 4" x 12' 3".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Gold and Sky Blue Stripes with Brown Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 3x5 Kilim is from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Our “Rez Kilim” collection represents a unique modern ...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Gold and Sky Blue Stripes with Brown Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 3x3 square Kilim is from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Our “Rez Kilim” collection represents a unique ...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Pink with Yellow and Green Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 4x5 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...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Beige and Blue Muted Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, an 8x11 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...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Green, with Beige Accents
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: ...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Hamadan Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
76958 Antique Persian Hamadan Rug Runner, 03'10 x 07'05. Persian Hamadan rugs with a Medallion and Corner Design are a type of handwoven rug originating from the Hamadan region in Ir...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown, With Beige and Green Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 9×12 Kilim in Brown with Beige and Green accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Connoting a mo...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Black, with Blue Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 11x14 Kilim in Black and Blue accents, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim. On the design: Connoting a modern take on...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Kerman modernist rug handmade during the mid-20th century, 10' x 13' room size rug. Measures: 9' 8" x 12' 11".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Blue and Beige Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 10x14 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 pane...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Hand-Loomed Rug – Organic Wave Design in Sage, Moss, and Stone
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary hand-loomed rug features a soothing organic design with flowing, amoeba-like shapes in soft sage, muted moss, and cool stone tones. The subtle curves and harmonious...
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2010s Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown Accents, with Textural Stripes
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 ...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Beige and Brown Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 12x18 Kilim in Beige and Brown, from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves, ‘Rez Kilim’, by Rug & Kilim. On the design: Connoting a modern take on classi...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Gray with Mustard and Brown Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 10x14 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 pane...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Art Deco Style Mahal Small Runner
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Art Deco style Mahal small runner handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 2" x 7' 5".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Biophilic Design Meets Beguiling Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
75269 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 05’08 x 10’03. Biophilic Design meets beguiling elegance in this antique Persian Bakhtiari rug. The four seasons garden design and rich earthy hu...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Caucasian Lori Kurdish Rug, Earth-Tone Elegance Meets Masculine Appeal
Located in Dallas, TX
73305 Antique Caucasian Lori Kurdish Rug, 04'08 X 10'05. Earth-tone elegance meets masculine appeal in this antique Caucasian Lori Kurdish rug. The floral design and earthy hues wove...
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Early 20th Century Russian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Blue and Cream Stripes
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 Ki...
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2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

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...
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Early 2000s Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Bungalow Charm Meets Classic Sophistication
Located in Dallas, TX
75880 Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 05'10 X 12'02. Bungalow charm meets classic sophistication in this vintage Persian Bakhtiari rug. The naturalistic forms and dramatic color palet...
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1940s Persian Vintage Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Persian Nomadic Square Shag Rug in Red
Located in New York, NY
A handmade Persian Gabbeh square scatter rug with a crimson red field boldly dating 1367, (circa 1950). This tribal rug hand knotted by the nomadic Qashqai group of Persia were decad...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug with All-Over Boteh
Located in Dallas, TX
76260, vintage Persian Hamadan rug with all-over boteh. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Hamadan rug features an all-over boteh pattern with a central diamond medallion. It is ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Rustic Modern Italian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75714 Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Rustic Modern Italian Style 07’05 x 09’05. With its navy blue and warm rustic peach hues, this hand knotted Persian Bakhtiari rug is well-bal...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Biophilic Design Meets Earth-Tone Decadence
Located in Dallas, TX
75325 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 05'00 X 09'09. Biophilic Design meets earth-tone decadence in this antique Persian Bakhtiari rug. The four seasons garden design and warm earthy hues woven into this piece work together creating a relaxed yet elevated feel. An allover pattern composed compartmental panels decorated with a variety of Persian flowers...
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Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs

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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.

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