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Persian Rugs For Sale
Antique Persian Rug Pillow
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Bring charm of an antique rug into areas other than your floor! This pillow which was made using an antique Persian rug from the early 1900’s comes stuffed with cotton filling and backing is as shown in the pictures with an accessible zipper to add/remove stuffing as desired. The pillows are designed using real...
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2010s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Rug Pillow
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Bring charm of an antique rug into areas other than your floor! This pillow which was made using an antique Persian rug from the early 1900’s comes stuffed with cotton filling and backing is as shown in the pictures with an accessible zipper to add/remove stuffing as desired. The pillows are designed using real...
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2010s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Kerman Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade, Ivory, Gold, Blue, Soft
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Lavar Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic principles of balance and harmony that make art-level antique...
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1910s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Khorassan Carpet, 20th Century Persian Handwoven Rug, Light Blue, Beige
Located in Port Washington, NY
Khorassan carpets of this vintage typically have a soft curvilinear floral motif on a all-over design pattern. They are customarily larger rugs with exceptional beauty and consist of...
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Early 20th Century Persian Khorassan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Inspired Square Size Ivory Turkish Oushak
Located in New York, NY
A hand-knotted one of a kind Turkish Oushak Square rug. Measures: 9'1'' x 10'4''.
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Late 20th Century Turkish Egyptian Revival Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Shiraz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful vintage Shiraz rug with three diamond-form medallions against a field of stylized flowers and surrounded by a geometric stylized floral ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Orley Shabahang Lion Persian Tribal Animal Rug, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This 2016 Orley Shabahang signature carpet consists of a wool and silk pile and organic vegetable dyes. Created in Iran, in a village surrounding the city of Arak, formerly known as ...
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2010s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Incredible 1940s Khotan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 1940s Central Asian Khotan rug with a unique all-over mirrored crimson tree-of-life and pomegranate pattern on a variegated brown background. The border is comple...
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1930s Central Asian Khotan Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Orley Shabahang Qashqai Tribal Persian Rug, 4' x 6'
Located in New York, NY
This Orley Shabahang Qashqai carpet from the Tribal Collection measures 4’2” x 6’2” and showcases an exquisite Qashqai design in indigo, gold, red, and cream wool. Hand-knotted in pure wool, Orley Shabahang’s signature Shekarloo weave produces a soft, luxurious pile and is incredibly durable. The interior field depicts a flourishing flower garden design inspired by antique Qashqai carpets...
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Early 2000s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Kareje Vintage Runner
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the stunning Kareje Runner, a vibrant tapestry of artistry and craftsmanship that will infuse any space with charm and character. With its captivating salmon/rust backgro...
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Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Kareje Semi-Antique Runner
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Kareje Runner, a timeless piece that effortlessly combines elegance with character. Crafted with precision and care, this runner features a soothing beige b...
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Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Semi Antique - Rust / Pink - Serapi Heriz - Tribal Persian Rug
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Gorgeous Mid 20th Century Heriz 7' 9 x 11' Beautiful geometric / floral style Serapi rug, that was handwoven by the Ahar tribe of Heriz. Like many Northwestern Persian rugs, this t...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Horse Pictorial Persian Wall Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Accent size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with what looks like a horse riding on a dark ground color Measures: 4'10'' x 7'9''. This was originally belonging to a private...
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Late 20th Century Folk Art Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Malayer Long Runner in Camelhair, Blue, Rust, Navy, Pink
Located in Barrington, IL
Beautiful and rare vintage Persian Malayer camelhair long runner in a unique and unusual large medallion pattern. The design colors in the field include blue, green, pink, and yello...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Heriz Runner, Vintage Runner
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Antique Heriz runner rug that originated from Iran in the 1920s. This Rug is in excellent condition for its rich history and has only had minor repairs consistence with it...
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1920s Persian Vintage Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Antique Persian Kashan Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Antique Persian Kashan Rug that originates from Iran from the early 1900s. This rug is in near excellent condition considering its rich history and is truly gorgeous!
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Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Gorgeous Large Floral Antique Persian Khorassan Rug 10'7" x 15'2"
Located in New York, NY
A Gorgeous Large Floral Antique Persian Khorassan Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: 1920
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Early 20th Century Persian Khorassan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Very Fine Antique Persian Kashan Rug (Rare Design)
Located in Gainesville, VA
A very rare Extremely Fine Antique Persian Kashan Rug that originates from Iran in the early 1900s. This rug has an unusual design that isn’t seen very often and makes this rug very ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Karaja Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Antique Persian Karaja Rug that originates from Iran in the 1930s! This rug is in near excellent condition considering its rich history and has a beautiful combination of ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition considering its rich history and is made from a combi...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Very Fine Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Persian Isfahan Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition and is made from silk&wool! It has a gorgeous design to match the...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A truly stunning Extremely Fine Persian Silk Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition considering its rich history and has beautiful ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Silk

Extremely Fine Persian Silk Que Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning Extremly Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition considering its rich history and has had no repair...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Silk

Very Fine Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
An absolutely stunning Vintage Persian Tabriz Mahi Rug that originates from Iran in the mid-20th century. This rug is in excellent condition and is made from a combination of wool, s...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Silk, Cotton, Wool

Extremely Impressive Antique Persian Tabriz Floral Area Rug 8'4" x 11'8"
Located in New York, NY
An Extremely Impressive Antique Persian Tabriz Floral Area Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: 1920
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20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Semi Antique Extremly Fine Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A Magnificent Semi Antique Persian Isfahan Rug that originates from Iran from the mid-20th century. This rug has beautiful color combinations and is in excellent condition.
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Mid-20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Zabihi Collection Brown Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer Rug from 2nd quarter of the 20th century with a chocolate brown ground Rug no. j2550 Size 5'6" x 7'
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Heriz Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Concentric center medallions with geometric rendering atop a covered field of serrated leaves and geometric floral blossoms. Colors and shades include: Madder root brick red, char...
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1950s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Mehrivan Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Center medallion with floral petal style contour with rams horn / Samovar style end finials atop a covered field of pomegranate top views, serrated leaves, and floral blossoms. Co...
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1960s Persian Other Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Neutral Persian 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'...
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Early 2000s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Tabriz Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Allover repeating main field in delicate vinery, germinating plants, blossomed buds, elongated leaves, and more. Colors and shades include: Powder blue, sand, beige, pale dusty ro...
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1960s Persian Tabriz Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Karaja Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Repeating single column center medallion in most symmetry, although one end lacking the mirrored end medallion, each bearing their own unique color fill atop a covered ground outw...
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1940s Persian Other Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Tabriz in Allover Floral Pattern in Dark Navy/Black, Gold, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
Wonderfully graceful and understatedly beauty is clearly visible in this fine weave vintage Persian Tabriz area rug in a medallion floral pattern from the early 1900s. The Tabriz ru...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Lilihan Sarouk Rug - 11'-9" x 9'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Antique Persian Lilihan Sarouk Rug - 11'-9" x 9'
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Karastan Kerman/Kirman Rug - 16'-4" x 10'
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Karastan Kerman/Kirman Rug - 16'-4" x 10'
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1970s American Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Worn Distressed Tribal Persian Runner
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th -century Worn Persian Runner Measure: 2'9'' x 10'7''.
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Orley Shabahang "Leopard" Persian Rug, Wool and Silk, Cream and Gray, 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
Hand knotted with pure wool and silk highlights, this 6' x 9' Persian leopard rug by Orley Shabahang will watch over your home for generations. The leopard's graceful form seems to p...
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2010s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Vintage Agra Rug - 17'-1" x 11'-2"
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Vintage Agra Rug - 17'-1" x 11'-2"
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1940s Indian Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Ardebil Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Single column alternating coloration diamond shaped medallions with interior pinwheel floral design element and outwardly directed germinating buds and serpent design motif. Color...
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1960s Persian Other Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Meshed Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Unusual Meshed runner in a fusion of Sarouk floral sprays throughout bearing intricate details to each budded flower. Unusual repeating cloud-band central design motif within each...
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1930s Persian Other Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Worn Distressed Persian Runner
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th - century worn persian runner Measure: 3'2'' x 9'11''.
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Orley Shabahang "Rome" Wool Persian Carpet, 12' x 18'
Located in New York, NY
This Persian carpet titled "Rome" by Orley Shabahang, handcrafted in black and white wool, measures 12' x 18'. Every step upon its plush surface takes one on a journey not only acro...
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2010s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mashad Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Soft, Taupe, Lt Blue Beige
Located in Port Washington, NY
Mashad rugs, also known as Meshad carpets, are renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship and intricate designs. These Persian rugs have a rich history that dates back centuries, wit...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Exceptional North West Persian Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional late first quarter century Persian Bakshaish runner with incredible tribal geometric medallions woven in wonderful crimson, salmon, amidst scrolling vines and flowers ...
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20th Century Asian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

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Wool

Sophisticated Vintage Shahsevan Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A sophisticated vintage mid-20th century Persian Shahsevan Kilim runner woven of un-dyed natural brown wools, giving the rug a variegated color p...
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1950s Persian Kilim Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim Rug, Modern Southwest Style Meets Luxury Lodge
Located in Dallas, TX
77830 vintage Persian Shiraz Kilim rug with Tribal style 03'08 x 05'08. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design co...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs

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Wool

Green Overdyed Patchwork Vintage Persian Pure Wool Hand Knotted Oriental 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 Persian Medieval Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Traditional Antique Circa-1900 Wool Persian Serab Runner 7'9"x19'6"
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique, circa 1900, Persian Serab Runner has an ivory field with a soft buff-brown honeycomb design containing a central hooked floral motif around a central column of linked i...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Rare Size Antique Northwest Persian Serapi Rug
Located in New York, NY
A rare size early 20th century Persian Serapi rug. Finely woven with Classic medallion and border. Dark rusty brown inner ground with a brown green caramel border and dominant accents in soft and denim blue. This quality on this piece is superb. Measures: 5'2" x 6'10" Serapi antique carpets...
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Beige and Brown Persian Kilim Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary beige and brown Persian Kilim wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 7'8" × 9'7" (233 × 292 cm).
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Kilim Persian Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Balochi Carpet
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Balochi carpet with three narrow tree of life panels on an orange background, surrounded by a contrasting border, 4'8" x 7'10"...
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Room Size Rug
By King
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century traditional Persian Sarouk rug Measures: 8'8'' x 11'6”. .
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Early 20th Century Persian Empire Revival Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bidjar Runner Rug 2'7 X 9'9
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Bidjar Runner Rug 2'7 X 9'9. A hand-knotted wool vintage Persian runner with a traditional design that works well in both a modern or conventional room setting. Color...
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Imperial Red Vintage Persian Hamadan Pure Wool Hand Knotted Oriental 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 Persian Medieval Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Heriz Rug 8'5 x 11'
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug 8'5 X 11'. As perpetually fashionable as they are collectible, traditional Heriz luxury handmade rugs are skillfully woven in vibrant colors and emphatic ge...
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Royal Ashan Persian Style Wilton Area Rug
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Royal Ashan Oriental style wool area rug USA, mid-20th century Beautiful floral design, with predominant colors in red, blue, and gold. Measures: 55" x 77" Goo...
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Mid-20th Century American Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Distressed Tabriz Rug, circa 1920 6'5 x 10'2
Located in New York, NY
Vintage distressed Tabriz rug, circa 1920. From Tabriz in Persia this is a Classic absolutely beautiful lightly distressed vintage piece that will enhance any room setting. The detail in the design and weaving is testament to the skill of the weavers. The rug has a low pile that adds the patina so special in antique and vintage rugs...
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Antique Persian Kerman Vase Rug. 9 ft. x 14 ft. 4 in
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique Persian Kerman vase design rug, country of origin: Persia, date circa 1920. Size: 9 ft. x 14 ft. 4 in (2.74 m x 4.37 m).
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique and Vintage Persian Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs: Persian Tribal Rugs, Handmade Silk Persian Rugs and More

Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.

A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. 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. 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.

Although the machine-aided 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.

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.

The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns. 

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.

Find Tabriz rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs from the world's best furniture dealers on 1stDibs.

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