Neoclassical Persian Rugs
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
Zabihi Collection Gray Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Antique washed Rug in gray and blue
Details
rug no. j2555
size 10' 5" x 13' 3" (318 x 404 cm)
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Tabriz Rug Non-Insert Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th-century Persian Tabriz rug. The insert is NOT provided
Measures: 16'' x 16".
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Vintage Pink Persian Souf Silk Kashan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78120 Vintage Pink Persian Souf Silk Kashan Rug, 02'10 x 04'05. A vintage Persian Souf Kashan rug is a luxurious type of Persian carpet from Kashan, Iran, known for its intricate des...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Zabihi Collection Blue Animal Pictorial Antique Persian Tabriz Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century room size Persian Tabriz Formal rug. A sky blue field , ivory border with predominant accents in chocolate brown, pink and khaki. You can find various animals t...
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Pea Green Vintage Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Intermediate-size mid 20th Century Tabriz rug in Pea Green
Details
rug no. 9156
size 5' 8" x 7' 11" (173 x 241 cm)
rug type Tabriz
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1960's Seirafian Ivory Persian Isfahan Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78780 Signed Vintage Ivory Persian Isfahan Rug, 06'09 x 10'06. In the heart of Persian artistry lies this exquisite hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Isfahan rug, a testament to the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1950's Vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain Carpet with Traditional Style
By Habibian
Located in Dallas, TX
79126 Vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain Rug, 10'02 x 12'07. This exquisite hand-knotted vintage Tudeshk Persian Nain rug is a breathtaking celebration of nature’s beauty and the timeless ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Persian Silk Quom Square Oversize Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Persian Silk Quom square oversize carpet handmade during the 21st century.
Measures: 19' 9" x 19' 11"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Zabihi Collection Ivory Antique Persian Afshar Square Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
1st quarter of the 20th Century Persian Afshar Rug square rug
Details
rug no. j3746
size 5' 3" x 6' (160 x 183 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Mashad Small Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mashad small room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 8' 0" x 10' 0".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Serapi Rug
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary, authentic late 19th century Persian Heriz Serapi rug.
Measures: 11'3'' x 15'
The Serapi rug can be traced back to the beginning of Persian handmade rug production in 5,500 B.C., but it was not until the mid-19th century that Persian rugs began to be exported around the world. Before these rugs became an export item, they were used only in the villages in which they were produced.
Mellow colors and more minimal pattern distinguish the Serapi from other members of the Heriz family. Original Serapi rugs were created in the villages of Serapi, Sarab, Ahar, Heriz and Gorevan.
Older Heriz...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Blue Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Predominant Soft Blue Formal Persian Farahan Sarouk Small Room size from the 1920s
Details
rug no. j3745
size 7' 5" x 10' (226 x 305 cm)
rug type Sarouk
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Qum Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic room size decorative Persian Qum rug.
7'9'' x 11'7''
Qum weavers are known for producing prayer rugs with elegant tree of life designs, as well as compartment designs derived from classical Persian garden carpets...
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Light Tone Room Size Persian Sarouk Rug from the early 20th Century
Details
rug no. j4081
size 8' 11" x 11' (272 x 335 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary, authentic late 19th century Persian Heriz Serapi rug. Full Pile Condition throuhgout
Measures: 7'8'' x 11'1''
The Serapi rug can be traced back to the beginning of Persian handmade rug production in 5,500 B.C., but it was not until the mid-19th century that Persian rugs began to be exported around the world. Before these rugs became an export item, they were used only in the villages in which they were produced.
Mellow colors and more minimal pattern distinguish the Serapi from other members of the Heriz family. Original Serapi rugs were created in the villages of Serapi, Sarab, Ahar, Heriz and Gorevan.
Older Heriz...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique 1920s Persian Tabriz rug
Measures: 8'5''' x 11'2''
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Palace Size Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
An authentic one of a kind Classical Palace size antique Persian Bidjar rug in astonishing excellent full pile condition.
15'7'' x 22'4''
Bidjar carpets are world renowned for thei...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kashan Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century room size distressed Persian Kashan rug
Measures: 8'8'' x 11'8''.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Persian Tabriz Oversize Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An oversized Persian Tabriz Carpet in browns and blues with an all-over small-scale all-over herati design.
10'3'' x 17'
The Tabriz rug weavers in the late 19th and early 20th cent...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Kashan Area Rug with Neoclassical Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76311, vintage Persian Kashan Area rug with neoclassical style. Featuring a standard Kashan medallion of stepped and lobed attributes, this hand knott...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Tabriz Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th-century Persian Tabriz rug.
Measures: 16'' x 23".
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Zabihi Collection Persian Tabriz Paisley Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Rug with a repetitive small paisley design on a light color field. accents in light blue and red
Details
rug no. 9191
size 4' 9" x 7' 10" (145 x...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1960's Persian Silk Qum Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77694 Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, 08'00 x 11'01. Bathed in the soft patina of time, this hand-knotted silk Persian Qum rug whispers of centuries past, its palette washed to serene ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Zabihi Collection Light Green Antique Persian Tabriz Room Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1st quarter of the 20th century Persian Formal Tabriz rug
Measures: 8'6'' x 11'4''.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Mahal Area Rug with English Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75838 Vintage Persian Mahal Area Rug with English Traditional Style 09'09 x 13'00. With classic architectural details adding timeless elegance and a sense of history, this hand knott...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 09'07 x 16'03
Located in Dallas, TX
77651 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 09'07 x 16'03. From the enchanting heart of south-central Iran emerges the legacy of Kerman rugs, woven into existence within the storied city of Ke...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Wool and Silk Persian Nain Rug, 02'10 x 04'02
By Habibian
Located in Dallas, TX
78925 Vintage Wool and Silk Persian Nain Rug, 02'10 x 04'02. Step into a world of timeless elegance with this hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Persian Nain rug, a true masterpiece ...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Distressed Persian Kerman Blue and Ivory Wool Rug 14'10''x24'
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Step into timeless elegance with this antique hand-knotted wool rug, masterfully crafted to showcase intricate floral patterns. Featuring a soft pastel palette with delicate shades o...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Signed Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78924 Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug, 03'08 x 05'02. This magnificent hand-knotted wool Persian Isfahan rug exudes an aura of timeless elegance and exceptional artistry. Woven with fine...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Isfahan Carpet, 06'09 x 10'00
Located in Dallas, TX
78670 Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug, 06'09 x 10'00. In the enchanting depths of central Iran, one discovers a sanctuary of creativity and heritage: the mesmerizing city of Isfahan. Wit...
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Traditional Tabriz Accent Rug in Blonde
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a traditional design consisting of an intricate large medallion and corner spandrels predominantly in cr...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Bidjar Rug
Details
rug no. j4355
size 8' 9" x 12' 1" (267 x 368 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Kashan Large Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1920s Persian Kashan Rug with an all over formal design in flesh pink, light blues, red, and brown
Details
rug no. j4431
size 10' 10" x 16' 9" (330 x 511 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Green Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century light blue and tan Persian Malayer Rug
Details
rug no. j3321
size 10' 10" x 13' 3" (330 x 404 cm
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Oversize Geometric Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Description
an early 20th century Mansion size Persian Malayer Geometric Rug
Details
rug no. j3803
size 11' 3" x 24' 6" (343 x 747 cm
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Wide Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An odd, wide-size Persian Bidjar rug from the early 20th century
Details
rug no. j4465
size 4' 8" x 10' 7" (142 x 323 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Qum Rug with Neoclassical Art Nouveau Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77864, vintage Persian Qum rug with Neoclassical Art Nouveau style. With ornate details and well-balanced symmetry combined with a regal color palette, this hand-knotted wool vintage...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1950's Vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain Carpet
By Habibian
Located in Dallas, TX
78923 Vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain Rug, 03'06 x 05'09. This exquisite hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Persian Tudeshk Nain rug is a testament to the unique artistry and cultural h...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Kashan 10' x 13' Carpet
Located in New York, NY
a mid 20th Century Persian Kashan Rug
Measures: 9'11'' x 13'1''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Description
an early 20th century room size Sarouk Rug
Details
rug no. j3425
size 8' 2" x 12' 7" (249 x 384 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
High Decorative One of a kind Geometric Persian Malayer rug
Measures: 4'5'' x 6'5''.
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Green Antique Persian Bidjar
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century scatter square size Persian Bidjar rug with an all-over design on a striated gray field, earth tone accents
Measures: 3'9'' x 5'.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Rare Antique Persian Afshar Runner
Located in New York, NY
A rare wide Persian Afshar Runner from the early 20th century. Commonly found in scatter size formats , this one is a wide runner. Probably was a custom order
rug no. j3767
size 4...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Tabriz Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
1st quarter of the 20th century Persian Tabriz rug with a traditional medallion and border design in autumn colors
Measures: 4'7'' x 6'.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Mini Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
mini size late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Measures: 2' x 2'10''
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Vintage Inspired Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind wool Turkish Oushak Rug
Measures: 8'10'' x 10'9''.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Kashan Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century oversize Persian Kashan rug
Measures: 11'6'' x 19'3''
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Pakistani Persian Nain Rug, 03'01 x 05'04
By Habibian
Located in Dallas, TX
78960 Vintage Pakistani Nain Rug, 03'01 x 05'04. This exquisite hand-knotted vintage Pakistani Nain rug captures the essence of artistry, seamlessly blending tradition and elegance i...
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Decorative Persian rug from the malayer village located in northwest Persian in blues and rust
Measure: 4'6'' x 6'6''.
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Boteh Blue Beige Wool Rug 8'x11''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-knotted wool rug exemplifies meticulous craftsmanship and refined artistry with a rich heritage rooted in textile traditions. The centerpiece of this striking piece feature...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1st quarter of the 20th century Persian Formal Tabriz rug in blue-green, beige and brown.
Measures: 4.6'' x 6.2''.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Ferehan Pictorial Animal Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Sarouk Ferehan Rug with an open-field pictorial animal design
Measures: 6'10'' x 9'
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Fereghan Rug
Located in New York, NY
An authentic Persian Sarouk Farahan rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century with a traditional medallion border design
Measures: 4'4'' x 6'10''
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Yellow 19th century Ziegler Mahal Rug
Located in New York, NY
Superfine quality Stunning antique ziegler mahal Sultanabad rug. Gold-yellow field with enriched navy medallion and border.
10'4'' x 12'6''
In the lat...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Ferehan Scatter Rug
Located in New York, NY
Super quality early 20th century Persian Sarouk Ferehan carpet. Deep red field and border with a navy blue medallion and accents in blue and green.
Measures: ''3'5'' x 4'10''.
Category
20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Decorative Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1940s Persian Tabriz rug
Measures: 4'6''' x 6'2''
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Ivory Persian Isfahan Rug, 04'11 x 07'08
Located in Dallas, TX
78918 Vintage Persian Isfahan Rug, 04'11 x 07'08. Behold the timeless elegance of this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Isfahan rug, a masterpiece that weaves together the beauty of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1920s Persian Tabriz rug in light blue and light yellow
Measures: 4'5''' x 6'.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Neoclassical persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage persian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical 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 and Ziegler & Co.. 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 $199 and tops out at $70,000 while the average work can sell for $5,625.