Tabrīz rugs and carpets are named for their place of origin — the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz). To collectors of antique and vintage Persian carpets and rugs, it is one of history’s best-known hubs for textiles and other handicrafts. Tabriz is among the most populous cities in Iran and home to a rich tradition of hand-knotted rugs. The region’s weavers and their craft flourished under the Safavid dynasty between the 12th and 16th centuries after the Safavids wrested control of the city from the Turks.
Aside from asymmetrical knots, the characteristics of antique Tabriz rugs and carpets include intricate patterns and designs woven from silk and wool. (Antique rugs are primarily woven from the latter.) Like Turkish rugs, Tabriz and other Persian rugs often reflect the region where they were made and typically feature floral and garden motifs with bold maroon, gold and red palettes. The most iconic motif found in Tabriz rugs is a central medallion that radiates outward into other star-shaped pendants and cartouches, with quarter medallions positioned on the corners, while special variations feature curling arabesque floral motifs and hunting scenes. There are rich hues of ivory, copper, terracotta and burgundy with complementing highlights of navy blue and deep green.
While weavers traditionally rely on their fingers to produce the knots in Persian rugs and carpets, local weavers in Tabriz utilize a knife with a buttonhook-like projection to increase their speed. Some of the region’s artisans have set records for weaving faster than one knot per second. These rugs feature an integration of knots that are both Persian and Turkish in origin, and have a double weft made with cotton, wool or silk and cotton warps. This unique process makes these textiles the product of one of the finest and most delicate rug-making traditions in the world.
Tabriz carpets, along with other types of Persian rugs, have experienced a contemporary revival in the past few decades and are a coveted and distinctive piece of craftsmanship in many homes and other interior spaces.
Find a collection of antique and vintage Tabriz rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Pakistani Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century rug with beautiful geometrical design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and crafts...
Wool, Cotton
$10,000 / set
Zabihi Collection Pair of Persian Antique Runners
Located in New York, NY
A pair of warm color Persian Malayers from the early 20th Century Measure: 2'10'' x 12'10'' and 2'11'' x 12'10'' respectively.
Wool
Beautiful Mid Century Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty vintage Transylvanian rug with nice Persian design and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
Bobyrug’s Very Fine and Beautiful Large Vintage Tabriz Style Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite large rug featuring a stunning design with a central medallion. Beautifully hand-knotted with wool velvet on a cotton foundation, this rug boasts vibrant colors including r...
Wool, Cotton
Modern Indian Heriz Style Wool Rug Handmade in Muted Green with Allover Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
A bold reinterpretation of classic Persian design, this modern Heriz-style rug is hand-knotted in premium wool. Its geometric medallion, tribal motifs, and earthy abrash tones offer ...
Wool
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
Traditional Vintage Persian Style Rug with All-Over Floral Motif
Located in Dallas, TX
73491, vintage Pakistani Persian style rug with all over floral motif. This traditional Persian style rug features an intricate floral medallion floating in a frenzied garden of feat...
Wool
$2,554Sale Price|30% Off
Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Floral Blue and Ivory Rug, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Persian Tabriz hand knotted floral blue and ivory rug, circa 1970. 100% wool pile on a cotton foundation. Ground color is light blue with ivory de...
Wool
Rug & Kilim's Hand Knotted Tabriz Style Rug Beige and Red Persian Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand knotted wool, this Tabriz style rug represents a graceful addition to the Modern Classics collection by Rug & Kilim, inspired by our team’s experience in rare antique ...
Wool
$1,667Sale Price|20% Off
Beige Vintage Zoroastrian Tebraz Hand Knotted Worn Down Wool Distressed Look 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...
Wool
Bobyrug’s Wonderful Antique Silk Turkish Cesareh Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful early 20th century fine Turkish pictorial rug with a beautiful design of the nature and garden with animals, entirely and very finely hand knotted with silk velvet on ...
Cotton, Silk
Bobyrug’s Very Beautiful Vintage Sino Persian Fine Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice little fine silk rug with beautiful floral Persian design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk velvet on silk foundation. ✨✨...
Silk
Zabihi Collection Persian Kerman Square Rug Antique Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th century Persian Kerman rug. Fill insert and zipper closure provided Measures: 20" x 20".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Nice fine Sino Persian silk rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite vintage Persian Tabriz-style rug, meticulously hand-knotted with silk on silk, boasting a delicate floral design. In the center, a red and light green floral medallion is s...
Silk
Tribal Persian Antique Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large-size pillow made from a Persian Kurd rug. zipper closure and poly-fill insert provided. Measures: 18'' x 23''.
Wool, Cotton
$8,063Sale Price|20% Off
Admiral Blue Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Tone on Tone Rug 12'2" x 18'3"
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...
Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton- Size: 9'10 X 8'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 9'10 X 8'3 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Cotton Origin: Tabriz Design: All Over Approximate Age: new Quality (KPI): 350 ...
Wool, Silk
Antique Azerbaijani Tabriz Wool 6x10 Ivory, Tan & Rust Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: Antique - Some Damage Circa: 1940s Origin: Azerbaijan Design: Tabriz Actual size: 6.5x9.8 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors: Ivory, Tan Rust, Red, Teal, Pink, LIght B...
Wool
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Turkish Anatolian Wool Rug
Located in Rio Vista, CA
21st Century Turkish Anatolian rug featuring a cranberry color over a beige field. Decorated with stylized flowers made in the Tabriz style from soft handwoven wool. Elegant style with beautiful wear and patina. From an estate in Hollywood, CA. Provenance: Purchased from Aga John Rugs...
Wool
The Nomad's Legacy: A Late 19th Century Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
21919 Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, 07'11 x 10'06. The Nomad's Legacy: Late 19th Century Persian Shiraz Masterpiece of Splendor. Hand knotted during the Late 19th Century, this wool an...
Wool
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
8'7"x10'8" Red Overdyed Pure Wool Zoroastrian Tebraz Hi-low Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Red Overdyed, Pure Wool Zoroastrian Tebraz, Hi-low Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary color: Red Secon...
Wool
The Safavid Splendor: An Antique Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
54110 Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 09'05 x 12'07. The Safavid Splendor: An Antique Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Refinement. This hand knotted wool antique Persian Tabriz rug embodies...
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Tabriz Style Rug in Rust Red, Pink and Beige-Brown Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in luxurious wool & silk, this 6x9 rug from our Modern Classics collection draws inspiration from antique Tabriz rugs. On the Design: The piece reads with more of a ...
Wool, Silk
The Crimson Bloom: An Antique Floral Masterpiece of Timeless Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
52680 Antique Persian Mahal Rug, 09'10 x 14'00. A true testament to the grandeur of signature Persian weaving traditions, this magnificent antique Persian Mahal rug is a masterwork o...
Wool
$45,200Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Antique Palace Size Ardabil Pattern Rug Hand knotted in Pure Lambswool
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Very rare antique signed Ardabil rug by famous master in pure lambswool. A true palace size masterpiece richly woven in beautiful refined yet vibrant hues with the famous central med...
Wool
The Grand Reverie: A Vintage Chinese Tabriz Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79755 Vintage Chinese Tabriz Rug, 07'01 x 07'01. The Grand Reverie: A Vintage Chinese Tabriz Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance. This hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Chinese Tabriz ...
Wool, Silk
The Sovereign Muse: A Vintage Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Exotic Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79753 Vintage Persian Pictorial Tabriz Rug, 03'00 x 02'04. The Sovereign Muse: A Vintage Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Exotic Elegance. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian pictori...
Wool
The Imperial Garden: A Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79727 Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 06'07 x 10'02. The Imperial Garden: A Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Elegance. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Tabriz rug fr...
Wool
The Sacred Lattice: An Antique Persian Bakhtiari Masterpiece of Tribal Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
79723 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 04'06 x 06'03. The Sacred Lattice: An Antique Persian Bakhtiari Masterpiece of Tribal Splendor. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Bakhtiari ...
Wool
$1,859Sale Price|40% Off
7x10.8 Ft Vintage HandKnotted Turkish Ladik Rug, Soft Wool Pile, Great Condition
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted wool rug from Ladik, a reputed rug making centre in Central Turkey. This elegant Ladik rug features a well-drawn tear-drop medallion design at its centre, an em...
Wool
Bobyrug’s Vintage Transylvanian Persian Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful 20th century Persian design Transylvanian rug, with light colors and good quality, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome...
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Antique Terracotta Persian Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an antique persian rug with poly fill and zipper closure provided. Measures: 16'' x 20''.
Wool
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Pakistani Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid-century rug with beautiful geometrical design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and crafts...
Wool, Cotton
Persian Kerman Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th century Persian Kerman rug. Fill insert and zipper closure provided Measures: 17" x 17".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Antique Tabriz Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th century fine quality Persian Tabriz rug featuring a Herati design on a rusty red ground. Measures: 16" x 20".
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Nice Vintage Large Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice large carpet from Transylvania, with floral Persian Varamin design, and pretty colors on a blue background, with pink, entirely hand-knotted in wo...
Wool
$17,717 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Silk and Cotton Turkish Kayseri Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century silk Turkish rug with beautiful mihrab design and nice light colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and cotton on ...
Cotton, Silk
$2,722Sale Price|25% Off
3'1"x16' Blue Hand Knotted Tabriz Revival 300 KPSI New Zealand Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Turkish Blue, Tabriz Revival, Hand Knotted, Hand Spun New Zealand Wool, 300 KPSI, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tradition...
Wool
$1,948Sale Price|25% Off
2'8"x13'2" Red Medallions Design Wool and Silk 300 KPSI Hand Knotted Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Wine Red, Super Fine Wool and Silk, 300 KPSI, Indo Tabriz with Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...
Wool
Antique Fine Senneh Rug with Herati Pattern
Located in Milan, IT
A fine Senneh rug characterised by a medallion and pendants pattern, this placed within an ivory cartouche layered over a blue background. The composition is completely filled by the...
Wool
Distressed Vintage Turkish Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Mid century distressed Turkish rug with a floral and central medallion design and beautiful green field colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
Wool
$14,173 / item
Wonderful New Persian Heriz Design Fine Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$11,220 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$9,449 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
Sino-Persian Tabriz Wool & Silk 8x10 Salmon & Ivory Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: New Origin: Sino-Persia Design: Tabriz Actual size: 7.10x9.10 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors: Salmon, Ivory, Blue, Burgundy, Red, Pink Content: Wool and Silk
Wool, Silk
Vintage Circa 1920 Blue Hand Knotted Rug 8'5 x 11'
Located in New York, NY
8'5 x 11'. This highly decorative Tabriz carpet juxtaposes a mid-blue field (with just a touch of green) with a beige border. The allover field pattern of palmettes is derived from 1...
Wool
21st Century Contemporary Tabriz-Style Wool Runner
Located in Norwalk, CT
A contemporary Tabriz-style runner with a red field, and ivory and blue accents in asymmetrical, interconnected floral and vine design. This hand knotted wool runner. This rug measu...
Wool
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Persian Oval Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian handmade runner has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. This beautiful rug is from Tabriz and the design is medallion, floral. The base color is cream a...
Wool, Cotton, Silk
8x11 Modern Tabriz Style Wool Area Rug – Teal, Azure, and Sage Medallion Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with this sophisticated Modern Tabriz Style Wool Rug. Combining centuries-old Persian design elements with a refreshed, cool-toned color story, this piece a...
Wool
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
The Pastoral Jardin: An Antique Floral Masterpiece of Bucolic Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
52616 Distressed Antique Persian Mahal Rug, 07'00 x 10'06. Ethereal in its presence yet steeped in centuries of tradition, this hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Mahal rug...
Wool
The Circle of Harmony: Round Chinese Tabriz Wool & Silk Rug of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
74981 Vintage Chinese Tabriz Round Area Rug, 08'02 X 08'02. In the grand lineage of Persian design, the Chinese Tabriz round rug stands as a modern homage to the artistry once reserv...
Wool, Silk
Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug with Gul Design in Orange, Brown 9'7 x 12'10
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures:9'7 x 12'10 Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with Repeating Gul Design in Orange, Brown. Keivan Woven Arts; rug EMB-9594-13519, country of origin / type: Turkestan / Ers...
Wool
Late 20th Century Indian Tabriz-Style Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous late 20th century Indian Tabriz style rug with an all-over floral trellis pattern with large-scale flowers and scrolling vines, woven in shades of beige, white, sage green...
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Persian Tabriz Style Rug in Beige-Brown, Pink Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool, a 10x14 ode to celebrated Tabriz rug styles from Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection. Owning a contemporary take on classic Persian vibes, the rug witnesse...
Wool
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
9'9"x12'9" Brown Distressed Antique Zoroastrian Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Burro Brown, Distressed and Washed Out, Antique Zoroastrian Haja Jalili Tebraz with All Over Fish Mahi Design, Intricate Pattern with Earth Tone Colors, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Orie...
Wool
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Hadji Jalili Tabriz Beige / Beige
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The Hadji Jalili workshops were world renowned for producing impeccable Tabriz carpets during the latter part of the 19th century into the first quarter of the 20th century (1880-191...
Wool
Persian Senneh Bolster Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a finely woven persian senneh rug. Measures: 14'' x 26''.
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Natural Dye Tabriz Revival Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A luxurious Tabriz recreation that is nothing shy of elegance and artistry. This traditional recreation encompasses beautiful floral scrolls and traditional Persian designs in neutra...
Wool
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton - Size:13'4 X 9'11
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 13'4 X 9'11 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Cotton Origin: Tabriz Design: Allover faraji Approximate Age: New Quality...
Wool, Silk
Afghan Tabriz Wool 3x5 Blue & Ivory Silverwash Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: New Origin: Afghanistan Design: Tabriz Silverwash Actual size: 3.1x5.0 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors: Blue, Ivory, Brown, Tan Content: Wool
Wool