Kirman Rugs and Carpets
KIRMAN STYLE
Antique and vintage Kirman rugs and carpets are named for the southern Iranian city that has been a renowned major center of high-quality carpet production since the 16th century. These furnishings are considered works of art and are celebrated for their fine craftsmanship, sumptuous colors and durability.
This type of Persian carpet is sometimes spelled Kerman, like its place of origin, the capital of the Western Asian country’s Kerman Province. Iran encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity.
The different types of Persian carpets are named for the towns, villages and regions where they’re made. Kirman rugs, carpets, wall hangings and other textiles have long been popular with international audiences, including in the early 20th century when they were marketed as Kermanshah carpets. Compared to other Persian rugs, Kirman examples are known for being vividly colored with natural dyes and characterized by a diverse variety of patterns, ranging from arabesques embedded with floral touches and details like deer and lions to overlapping cartouches in a broad palette of rich hues.
Others feature an ornate central medallion, vase shapes, rows of shrubs or a flourishing tree of life created through an asymmetrical knotting technique so that the wool pile on cotton is “double warped.” Some of the more elaborate carpets commissioned from the Kirman workshops in the 18th and 19th centuries included large-scale naturalistic scenes based on European paintings or Gobelin tapestries.
The major workshops of Kerman informed weaving in nearby rural areas such as those created by the Afshar tribe. The international popularity of Kirman carpets, meanwhile, inspired designers across the globe, such as William Morris in England. A leading designer of the Arts and Crafts movement, Morris revived historical techniques such as printed fabrics in the furnishings he created. He owned Kirman carpets and used them as a source for his work.
Both vintage and contemporary rugs influenced by Kirman designs remain in demand for their lavish palette and distinctive patterns. In 2013, a 17th-century Kirman carpet was sold at a Sotheby’s auction for an astounding $33.8 million.
Find a range of antique Kirman rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Kirman
19th Century Persian Kerman Laver Carpet ( 10' x 20'8" - 305 x 630 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Persian Kerman Laver Carpet ( 10' x 20'8" - 305 x 630 )
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1880s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a wonderful central floral medallion woven in pink, orange, indigo, and cranberry and set against a stunning champagne colored ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 12'4" x 23'8" - 376 x 721 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century S.E. Persian Kirman Lavar Carpet ( 12'4" x 23'8" - 376 x 721 )
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1870s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Lavar Kerman Persian Rug with All-Over Floral Design on A Blue Field
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 11'7 x 19'2
This magnificent antique Lavar Kerman rug features an exquisite all-over floral design, enclosed within a complementary multi-tiered border. This rug contains ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Carpet, 03'03 x 17'06
Located in Dallas, TX
73660 Antique Persian Kerman Rug Runner, 03'03 x 17'06. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug runner is a stunning testament to the timeless elegance and intricate crafts...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Vintage Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
75019 Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, 02'06 x 06'08. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Kerman rug runner is a captivating piece that effortlessly combines elegance and charm. The se...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Early 20th Century Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a long ovoid central floral medallion woven in light indigo plink and cream, against a solid champagne, and surrounded by a wide...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a mesmerizing floral pattern radiating out from the center, and woven in pinks, indigos, crimsons, and whites. The border is ext...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Very Fine Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug with Intricate Floral Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ornately detailed antique Persian Lavar Kerman rug replicating trees, branches and birds in a forest Design, rug KBE-200205, country of origin / type: Iran / Lavar Kerman, circa 1900...
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1890s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Very Large Antique Persian Palace Size Kerman Rug in All-Over Floral Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
This amazing very large antique Persian Kerman with all over intricate floral design was custom sized and made in the late 19th century represents a royal design in raspberry tones, ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Animal Motif Kerman Persian Rug. 17 ft 2 in x 26 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
A Breathtakingly Decorative Oversized Antique Kerman Persian Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Antique Rug, Circa Date: Turn of the 20th Century – Size: 17 ft 2 in x 26 ft 9...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Beautiful large mid century distressed Kirman rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Large mid century Kirman rug with a beautiful floral design in the style of the savonnerie rugs and beautiful colours with a red on field, green, pink, red, yellow, blue, brown, purp...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Cotton
Fine And Beautiful Floral Animal Design Antique Persian Kerman Rug 14'3" x 29'8"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine And Beautiful Floral Animal Design Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Antique Persian Rug, Circa: Late 19th Century
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Beautiful Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a fantastic mirrored floral and vine pattern, expertly rendered, in light and dark indigo, gold, and natural undyed wool, on a ...
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Fine Antique Persian Kerman Rug. 13 ft 2 in x 17 ft
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Large Fine Garden Design Antique Luxurious Persian Kerman Rug. Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1880. Size: 13 ft 2 in x 17 ft (4.01 m x 5.18 m)
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Authenric Persian Kirman Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Persian Kirman hand knotted wool rug
Size: 13'2" × 24'4" (401 × 741 cm)
Antique rugs from the Kerman province are considered by many experts to be to finest of all Persian ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Oversized 19th Century Persian Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized 19th Century Persian Kirman rug
Size: 15'4" × 22'10" (467 × 695 cm)
While Persian rugs are generally considered the finest in the world, Kerman rugs (also known as Kirman r...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Palatial Size Early 20th Century Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A grande palatial size early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a fantastic field of myriad flowers woven in pinks, greens, golds, and blues, all surrounding a central floral medal...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Early 20th Century Kirman Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Kirman runner with a skillfully woven pattern of indigo, red, pink, and green flowers on a natural, undyed, wool background, surrounded an elaborate bor...
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1930s Asian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Bobyrug’s Nice vintage large Mashhad rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of our large mid-century Mashhad rug! Adorned with a beautiful floral design in vibrant colors such as orange, pink, red, blue, green, and brown, this ...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Kirman handmade wool rug
Size: 17'3" × 25'3" (525 × 769 cm)
Among all carpets in the world, Persian ones are considered the greatest of all. This marvelous antiq...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Circa 1950 Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A circa 1950 Persian Kirman rug with a large central floral medallion with myriad flowers and vines woven in taupe, green, pale blue, on a bold cranberry colored background. The bord...
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1950s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kirman Shah Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this antique Persian Kirman rug, a breathtaking example of hand-knotted Persian artistry. Crafted in Kirman, Persia, this 9.4 x 14...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 4 ft x 6 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique shabby chic Persian Kerman rug, country of origin: Persia, date: circa late 19th century. Size: 4 ft x 6 ft 7 in (1.22 m x 2.01 m).
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Outstanding Early 20th Century Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding early 20th century palatial Persian Kirman rug with an incredible large-scale floral diamond medallion woven in light indigo, gold, pale green, and pink amidst a field...
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1920s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Early 20th Century Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a traditional all-over mirrored floral pattern woven in brilliant pinks, indigos, golds, greens, and creams, and surrounded by ...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kirman Camel Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kirman Camel handmade wool rug
Size: 13'5" × 19'5" (408 × 591 cm)
An early 20th century Persian Kirman (Kerman) antique rug, the sand field with an unusual mirrored p...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
1920s Antique Kerman Handmade Wool Rug With Floral Medallion In Red
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Antique piece is a hand-knotted Persian Kerman rug with a texture and red field—Highlighted with red and blue accents in an all-over medallion floral pattern.
This rug measures...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 11 ft 10 in x 20 ft
Located in New York, NY
Large Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Country of origin / rug type: Persian rug, Circa date: 1920. Size: 11 ft 10 in x 20 ft (3.61 m x 6.1...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Handmade Wool Rug Persian Kerman with Multicolor Floral Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand-knotted wool rug from Kerman boasts a charming antique finish. The rug's raspberry-red color field is adorned with an all-over floral pattern, highlighted by hints of rich ...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Early 20th Century Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with a traditional pattern containing a central eight-lobed medallion with myriad petite flowe...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Oversized Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 16' x 22'6"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and finely woven large oversized antique Persian Kerman rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian rugs, date: circa 1890's. Size: 16 ft x 22 ft 6 in (4.88 m x 6.86 m).
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Oriental Square Rug, Handmade Traditional Carpet, Arabesque Ivory Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
This unique wool rug has been woven with a fantastic neutral colour pallet. Cream and beige are the predominant background colours in this piece, decorated with amazing floral patterns woven in accents of muted green, blue, pink and yellow colours. The symmetrical medallion design and the beautiful colour palette in this rug make it the perfect accent piece. This rug would make an ideal addition to any home. Suitable for both modern and traditional interiors.
Handmade with the finest hand-spun wool and cotton. The fantastic colours come from natural dyeing techniques using organic vegetable dyes. Intricate hand-knotted designs tell stories through design and colour. Style this handwoven wool rug in any room for a tasteful, colourful addition.Oriental Square Rug, Handmade Traditional Carpet...
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1990s Azerbaijani Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Organic Material, Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a long narrow floral medallion woven in indigo, green, gold, and red vegetable dyed wool on a champagne colored ground. The bord...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Allover Floral Designed Wool Rug Antique Persian Kerman from The 1900s
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite wool rug from Kerman is hand-knotted and features a charming antique finish. The carpet has a warm brown color and a stunning all-over rosette pattern. Hints of rich b...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Persian Antique Kerman Handmade Wool Rug with Multicolor Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite, hand-knotted wool rug from Kerman boasts a charming antique finish. The rug's warm beige-tan color field is adorned with a stunning, all-over floral pattern, highligh...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug. 9 ft 10 in x 14 ft 4 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful shabby chic antique Persian Kerman rug, country of origin: Persia, circa 1900.Size: 9 ft 10 in x 14 ft 4 in (3 m x 4.37 m)
The refined character and gorgeous colors of t...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Lavar Kerman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Finely woven, this Lavar quality large scatter from the famous SE Persian rug weaving center of Kerman, shows the characteristic cochineal scarlet field very closely covered by split...
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1910s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Wonderful Early 20th Century Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Kirman rug with a large floral medallion woven in muted indigos, greens, oranges, golds, and crimson, on a pale large pale solid blue field sur...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug. Size: 11 ft 8 in x 17 ft 3 in
By Kerman
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kerman Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1900. Size: 11 ft 8 in x 17 ft 3 in (3.56 m x 5.26 m)
In South-Central Persia, Kerman boasts a tradition of carp...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Antique Persian Kerman Rug. 14 ft 3 in x 17 ft 3 in
Located in New York, NY
Eye-catching Large Antique Paisley Design Persian Kerman Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1920
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Monochromatic Wool Worn and Distressed Overdyed Vintage Kerman Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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1960s Afghan Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Malayer Allover Wool Rug with Brown & Pink Field
Located in Norwalk, CT
This lovely antique Malayer wool rug is hand-knotted and boasts a charming brown color field. It has a stunning floral pattern design with delightful pink and orange accents.
This...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Alice Blue Vintage Persian Kerman Evenly Worn Pure Wool Hand Knotted Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Ivory Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Kerman Washed Out Even Wear Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Ivory Worn Down Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Kerman Erased Design Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Blue Vintage Persian Kerman Erased Medallion Worn Wool Hand Knotted Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Runner. 5 ft 10 in x 17 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kerman Runner Rug, Country of origin / rug type: Persian rug, Circa date: 1920. Size: 5 ft 10 in x 17 ft 9 in (1.78 m x 5.41 m)
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
1880s Persian Kerman Wool Rug with Medallion Design in Tan
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning Kerman wool rug has been hand-knotted with antique craftsmanship. Its color field is a lovely tan. It is complemented by an intricately d...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Classic Colorful Antique Large Lavar Kerman Persian Rug in Salmon Background
Located in Atlanta, GA
Classic Colorful Antique Large Lavar Kerman Persian Rug in Salmon Background
Antique Lavar Kerman Rug. Keivan Woven Arts / rug S12-0903, country of origin / type: Persian / Lavar,...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Paisley Kerman Rug. 1 ft 9 in x 1 ft 4 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Paisley Kerman rug, country of origin: Persia, date: circa final quarter of the 19th century. Size: 1 ft 9 in x 1 ft 4 in (0.53 m x 0.41 m).
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Finely Woven Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
Of higher "Lavar" quality, this SE Persian workshop carpet with a medium-fine weave on cotton foundation, shows a 16 large and shallower lobe dark red medallion enclosing a navy eigh...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Rug. 10 ft 9 in x 14 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Garden Design Kerman Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1880. Size: 10 ft 9 in x 14 ft 7 in (3.28 m x 4.44 m)
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Large Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug with intricate Design 13'6 x 18'
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug with Blooming Central Medallion. Keivan Woven Arts / Lavar Kerman Antique rug from Persia with vibrant...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Kerman Handmade Allover Beige Persian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This Persian rug has blue accents in a gorgeous all-over floral pattern design.
This rug measures: 9'8" x 12'3"....
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique Kerman Handmade Beige & Blue Persian Wool Rug with Allover Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This Persian rug has blue and brown accents in a gorgeous all-over medallion floral pattern design.
This rug mea...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Tan Antique Kerman Handmade Allover Motif Persian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a tan field. This Persian rug has a brown frame with multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over floral pattern design.
This rug ...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Multicolor Antique Kirman Handmade Allover Floral Oversize Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
An extraordinary Beautiful antique Kirman hand-knotted wool rug with a tan field. This Persian rug has multicolor accents in a gorgeous garden floral design.
This rug measures: 11...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Kirman rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Kirman rugs and carpets 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 rugs and carpets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kirman rugs and carpets 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 rugs and carpets, popular names associated with this style include Karastan, Modenese Gastone, Djoharian Design, and Hereke. 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 rugs and carpets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $3,200,000 while the average work can sell for $12,000.