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Style: Tribal
Early 20th Century Baluch Saddle Bag Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Baluch saddle bag rug with each face having two white diamonds surrounded by two shades of brown, black, and copper colore...
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bold Vintage Gabbeh Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold vintage Persian Gabbeh rug with a five large indigo squares in the center of a rusty brown field surrounded by three patterned borders containing flowers and stripes, woven in...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Afshar accent rug. Three joined, hooked lozenges with palmette cruciform centers form the main attraction on the step-shaped sapphire blue subfield with three point...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Afghanistan Afghan Area Rugs Circa 1910 - Wool Navy Blue Orange Red - 75245
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Afghan featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and Navy BlueOrangeRed, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Afghanistan Oushak Over Size Rug - Wool Navy Blue Red Design - 92139
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Oushak featuring Over Size Rug in Circa 1880. Designed with Wool and Navy BlueRed, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Afghanistan Anatoly Runner Rug - Wool Red Design - 93525
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Anatoly featuring Runner Rug in Circa 1970. Designed with Wool and Red, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Lilihan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking early 20th century Persian Lilihan rug with the most beautiful field with myriad stylized flower and leaves surrounded by a stunning border with a central floral stripe fl...
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic mid-20th century Persian Gabbeh rug with a burnt orange field with three small stylized leaves in the center, and surrounded by a harlequin diamond border woven in indigo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Finely Woven Tribal Persian Abadeh Scatter Rug, Allover Field, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
This well-woven south Persian tribal scatter features an ivory field with closely set offset rows of vases flanked by highly stylized birds. Thin, straight lines integrate the compos...
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Turkish Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Turkish prayer rug with a beautiful stylized tree-of-life pattern amidst a field of flowers on a bold crimson background surrounded by multiple thin pe...
Category
1910s Turkish Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Qashqai Animal Rug, Red, Wool, Circa 1940s, 4’ x 6’
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Qashqai carpet circa 1940 was created using a wool warp, wool weft, hand-knotted pure wool pile and natural vegetable dyes. The central lion design is rather striking in the way it contrasts the carpet's red field, as well as in its detailed facial features. In Persian folklore, the lion symbolizes kingship, prestige, and the protection of sacred spaces. Its power is beautifully conveyed by the weaver of this piece, who created this carpet for ceremonious purpose. Taking a closer look at the border, one can see Qashqai villagers dancing in celebratory robes, indicating that this was likely woven as a wedding carpet...
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century N.W. Persian Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century N.W. Persian runner with an all-over paisley pattern woven in crimson, gold, light indigo, and white and all set against a dark indigo background. The ...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Shirvan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Azerbaijani Shirvan rug with three diamond medallions, two crimson and one white, on an indigo field of stylized flow...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kurdish Rug. 4 ft x 9 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kurdish Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1920. Size: 4 ft x 9 ft 9 in (1.22 m x 2.97 m)
Category
20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Amazing Early 20th Century Doroksh Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing early 20th century Persian Doroksh rug with a mesmerizing all-over paisley pattern woven in pale orange, green, indigo, and cream colored vegetable dyed wool surrounded by...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Shiraz Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Shiraz rug from the mid-20th century.
Measures: 5' 6" x 8' 3"
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Kilim Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Kilim runner with a bold pattern containing eight large stylized floral medallions amidst a field of smaller stylized flowers all on an abrash ...
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Mazleghan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century Persian Mazlaghan rug is a vibrant example of traditional craftsmanship from the Mazlaghan region in western Iran. Renowned for their bold geometric patterns an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Turkish Konya Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Turkish Konya Prayer rug with two architectural-style images woven in bright crimsons, golds, violets, and indigos, and...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 1880s Wool Persian Kashkouli Rug Featuring Karim Khan Zand, 2' x 2'
Located in New York, NY
In mint condition, this small hand-knotted Persian carpet measures 2’ x 1’11” and features the inspiring and legendary Persian ruler, Karim Khan Zand. Craft...
Category
1880s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Square Persian Large Bakhtiari Rug with All-Over Garden Design in Muted Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large hand knotted Persian Bakhtiari rug with all-over garden design. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EMB-9704-P13455, country of origin / type: Iran / Bakhtiari, circa 1930
Measures: 10'9 x...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Baluch Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A late 20th century Afghani Baluch runner with one end woven with a stylized leaf pattern woven in crimson and indigo, and the other woven in multi-color...
Category
Late 20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Vintage Inspired Cheetah Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 20th century Persian Gabbeh Rug witha large cheetah walking on a sold brown field.
Details
rug no. j3628
size 3' 10" x 6' 4" (117 x 193 cm)
Category
Late 20th Century Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Gabbeh Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderfully modern yet rustically chic vintage Persian Gabbeh runner woven in brown and natural wool colored stripes.
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Large Bakhtiari Rug with All-Over Garden Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Persian Bakhtiari rug with all-over garden design, rug DSP-MR340SK, country of origin / type: Iran / Bakhtiari, circa 1930
This stunning colorful antique Persian Bakhtiari c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Charming Early 20th Century Afghan Ersari Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century Afghan Ersari Prayer Rug with three octagonal medallions on a crimson background with geometric patterned halos amidst a field of stylized flowers. The ...
Category
Early 1900s Afghan Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Beautiful Antique Shirvan Prayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful late 19th century antique Persian Shirvan prayer rug with an incredible stylized multicolored floral pattern field and woven with in crimson, indigo, white, gold, indigo,...
Category
1880s Azerbaijani Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Afghani Turkoman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful 20th century Afghani Turkoman rug with a repeated circular pattern woven in crimson, orange, white and indigo surrounded by a wide border cont...
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Large Persian Antique Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
1920s Persian Bakhtiari Rug with an all-over colorful geometric design surrounded by a floral border
Details
rug no. j4187
size 11' 9" x 16' 5" (358 x 500 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Afshar accent rug. The light blue subfield has been squeezed down to a narrow rivulet while accommodating a wide, buff notched and stepped panel enclosing a sand tr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Afshar accent rug. This SE Persian tribal scatter is almost two rugs. The stepped lozenge tile allover pattern in light tones over most of the piece reveals a more ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Bakhtiari Tribal Gallery Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian pictorial gallery format rug handmade by the Bakhtiari tribe during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 4' 10" x 12' 6".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Antique Lilihan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional early 20th century Lilihan rug with a traditional mirrored floral pattern woven in light and dark indigo and natural wool on a cranberry background. The border is comp...
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Turkomen Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Turkomen rug with an all-over pattern of crimson and white lozenge-shapes medallions on a crimson background, surro...
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tribal Bijar Halwai Gallery Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Antique Persian Tribal Bijar Halwai hand woven Gallery carpet 5' x 15'3", c-1890's, with distinct all over or repeated large flower design on blue background color, made of wool on w...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Baluch Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Baluch rug with an incredible tribal pattern containing three large diamond medallions with scrolled stylized vines and woven in crimson, light and dark...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Yamout Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A late 19th century Persian Yamout rug composed with multiple stylized floral medallions woven in crimson, white, indigo, and orange, against a brown background, and surrounded by a ...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Gabbeh Small Rug - Wool Orange Red Design - 97084
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Gabbeh featuring Small Rug in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and OrangeRed, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Iraqi Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Gabbeh Area Rugs - Wool Black Blue Brown Ivory Red - 97955
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Gabbeh featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1940. Designed with Wool and BlackBlueBrownGreenIvoryOrangeRedYellow, this exclusive design is perfect for enhanc...
Category
20th Century Iraqi Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Gabbeh Small Rug - Wool Ivory Orange Design - 97062
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Gabbeh featuring Small Rug in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and IvoryOrange, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Iraqi Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Gabbeh Small Rug - Wool Taupe Yellow Design - 97743
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Gabbeh featuring Small Rug in Circa 1940. Designed with Wool and TaupeYellow, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Iraqi Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Gabbeh Small Rug - Wool Brown Design - 97571
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Gabbeh featuring Small Rug in Circa 1940. Designed with Wool and Brown, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Iraqi Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Gabbeh Small Rug - Wool Green Red Yellow Design - 97067
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Gabbeh featuring Small Rug in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and GreenRedYellow, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Iraqi Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Persian Azerbaijan Runner Rug - Wool Blue Brown Purpel Red - 97957
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Azerbaijan featuring Runner Rug in Circa 1940. Designed with Wool and BlueBrownIvoryPurpelRed, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your sp...
Category
20th Century Iraqi Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Tulu Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful vintage Turkish Tulu rug woven with shaggy Angora wool with a tribal pattern containing several crimson and indigo arched stripes, and stylized green and red flowers.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Distressed Vintage Persian Viss Rug with Rustic Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
?60958 Distressed Vintage Persian Viss rug with Rustic Tribal Style 07'07 x 09'11. ?Emanating sophistication and nomadic charm with rugged beauty, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Afshar Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Afshar accent rug handmade during the Mid-20th century.
Measures: 4' 4" x 6' 6"
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Senneh Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 20th century Persian Senneh rug with an all-over trellis floral pattern woven in myriad colors including crimson, gold, green, light indigo, and pink, and set aga...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Red Gabbeh Rug with Animal and Figure Motifs in Green, Cream, and Brown, 2' x 3'
Located in New York, NY
This red Gabbeh rug, sized at 2' x 3', features a vibrant collection of animal and human figures in green, cream, and brown, providing a unique and lively portrayal of rural life. Th...
Category
2010s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Fantastic Early 20th Century Kazak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Azerbaijani Kazak rug with a large medallion with a white diamond in the center surrounded a by a elaborate coral colored stylized floral and scrolling...
Category
1920s Azerbaijani Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 1940s Persian Qashqai Rug, King Bahram and the Lion, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This Qashqai Persian carpet featuring King Bahram and the Lion, circa 1940, consists of hand-knotted handspun sheep's wool with a hand-knotted handspun camel hair background and vege...
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Afghani Bashir Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Afghani Bashir rug with multiple large octagonal medallions woven in indigo and gold, on an orange backgro...
Category
Early 1900s Afghan Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Wool 1970s Persian Lurestan Rug, Red and Yellow, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
With an asymmetrical design, this traditional, semi-antique Persian Lurestan in red, gold, green, and blue wool measures 3’5” x 4’11” and belongs to Orley Shabahang’s Antique collect...
Category
1970s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Qashqai Runner. 3 ft 5 in x 12 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Qashqai Runner Rug, Country of Origin: Persian Rug, Circa date: 1920. Size: 3 ft 5 in x 12 ft 9 in (1.04 m x 3.89 m)
Category
20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Southwest Persian Khamseh Rug c. Late-19th Century – 3’7” x 9’1”
Located in Westfield, MA
Woven by the tribal weavers of the Khamseh Confederacy in southwestern Persia, this mid-19th century long rug is a rare and expressive example of nomadic design. The rug features a b...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Baluch Sofreh Runner Rug c. Mid 19th Century 2’3 x 10’10
Located in Westfield, MA
This rare and unusually long Baluch sofreh runner was woven in the mid-19th century in the border regions of eastern Iran and western Afghanistan. Likely created for ceremonial or do...
Category
Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Mahal Persian Rug c. Late 19th Century 9 x 12
Located in Westfield, MA
Woven in the Arak region of central Persia during the late 19th century, this antique Mahal rug features a beautifully spaced allover pattern of stylized palmettes, rosettes, and lea...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Azerbaijan Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
75366 Vintage Persian Azerbaijan Rug, 03'10 x 11'05. Persian Azerbaijan rugs and carpet runners, hailing from the northwestern corners of Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan, are ren...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tri-Medallion Antique Persian Afshar Rug in Colorful Tones of Red, Blue, Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Multicolored Afshar Antique rug from Persia with unique diamond geometric design, rug gng-4772, country of origin / type: Iran / Afshar, circa 1910s.
Bold geometry, rich symbolism...
Category
1910s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Runner with Tree Design by Keivan Woven Arts 3' x 8'9
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful Antique Persian Bakhtiari Runner with All-Over Garden And Tree Design.
Measures: 3'0 x 8'9
Keivan Woven Arts Antique Persian Bakhtiari Runner with a Rare Tree Design.
Ke...
Category
1890s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
4'x9'9" Midnight Blue Paisley Design Hand Knotted All Wool Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Midnight Blue, Northwest Persian with Large Paisley Design, Aryana Collection, Vegetable Dyes, Soft Pile, High Mountain Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Extra Wide Runner, Oriental...
Category
2010s Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 1880s Wool Persian Kashkouli Rug Featuring Karim Khan Zand, 2' x 2'
Located in New York, NY
In mint condition, this small hand-knotted Persian carpet measures 2’ x 1’11” and features the inspiring and legendary Persian ruler, Karim Khan Zand. Craft...
Category
1880s Persian Antique Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming vintage mid-20th century Persian Gabbeh runner with several goats and human figures across an abrash crimson background, and surrounde...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sarab Runner, Sand Field, Blue & Red Accents
Located in New York, NY
Classic runner with three light camel tone cartouches enclosing ivory fretwork and red hexagonal medallions, on an sand ground. Sand narrow border with square floret arrays and squar...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tribal Gabbeh Rug in Brown, Taupe, Gold, Red, Blue, Orange Wool, 4'x7'
Located in New York, NY
Striking tones of taupe, gold, red, blue, and orange highlight the splendidly striated field of this neutral brown Persian Gabbeh area rug in wool that measures approximately 4' x 7'...
Category
Early 2000s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Mazleghan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century Persian Mazlaghan rug is a vibrant example of traditional craftsmanship from the Mazlaghan region in western Iran. Renowned for their bold geometric patterns an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Complex Geometric Design Hamedan Vintage Runner from Persia in Multi-Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Hamedan Persian Runner with colorful all-over geometric design, rug ema-7588, country of origin / type: Iran / Hamedan, circa 1930
This vintage Persian Hamedan gallery rug...
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique 1920s Wool Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Classic Lozenge Design, 5' x 7'
Located in New York, NY
Woven in vibrant shades of red, blue, pink, cream, green, and gold wool, this Persian Bakhtiari carpet is hand-knotted in pure handspun wool and measures 4’6” x 7’0”. The hand-knotte...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Northwest Persian Runner Rug. 4 ft 3 in x 13 ft
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking tribal antique Northwest Persian runner rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian rug, circa 1900. Size: 4 ft 3 in x 13 ft (...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Afghanistan Mahal Area Rugs - Wool Ivory Design - 98038
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Mahal featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and Ivory, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Afghanistan Heriz Over Size Rug - Wool Ivory Pink Red Design - 97039
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Heriz featuring Over Size Rug in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and IvoryPinkRed, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Afghanistan Sultanabad Area Rugs - Wool Ivory Taupe Design - 97298
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Sultanabad featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and IvoryTaupe, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Afghanistan Fine Tabriz Area Rugs - Wool Ivory Design - 97340
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Fine Tabriz featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and Ivory, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Authentic Antique and Vintage Persian Tribal Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian tribal rugs in your home decor.
The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran (modern-day Persia) has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
Although they have many imitators, real Persian rugs are made only in Iran and are easily recognized by their vibrant colors and elegant patterns.
Traditional, or antique, Persian rugs are what most people identify as “authentic.” Hand-made, they are very durable and, if properly cared for, can be passed down from generation to generation. Modern Persians, on the other hand, are often machine-made. Although this production process is much faster and cheaper, the resulting rugs typically do not have the same quality or lifespan as handwoven ones, so traditional options are considered better investments. Today’s carpets, Iranian or otherwise, can’t possibly match the level of craftsmanship that prevailed centuries ago, so historical Persian carpets will always be admired and highly valued.
To distinguish between the two, look for imperfections. Because traditional Persian rugs are handwoven, you will likely see small flaws on the front and back. With a machine-made imitation, on the other hand, you will probably not find stitching glitches, and the back will have a mesh or plastic covering.
Antique rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool, silk or cotton — never synthetic fibers. The fibers used in antique rugs are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk. Regarded as works of art, Persian rugs can take months or years to complete.
When shopping for vintage Persian rugs, you'll want to consider color, size and more — for a history of these rugs and tips on how to style yours, visit our guide to these woven creations today.
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