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.
Hand-Knotted Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with All-Over Sub-Geometric Gul Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Ersari rug has been hand-knotted in the finest wool. The rug features an all-over sub-geometric repeating Gul design throughout the entirety of the rug, enclosed within a comple...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Room Carpet, 6'4'' x 9'7''
Located in New York, NY
An authentic 20th-century small room-size Turkish Sivas carpet. 6'5'' x 9'7''
Wool
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:13'9 X 9'11
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 13'9 X 9'11 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Center Medallion Pournami Approximate Age: 20 years(ne...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk- Size: 11'7 X 8'2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 11'7 X 8'2 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin:Tabriz Design: Center medallion Approximate Age:15(NEW) Quality (KPI):...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Silk and Gold Plated Threads - Size:13'5 X 9'11
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Silk and Gold plated 13'5 X 9'11 Key Details: Pile: Silk and gold plated metallic Foundation: Gold color silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Shahsavarpour Approxima...
Gold Plate
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk- Size: 15'11 X 10'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 15'11 X 10'7 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Golestan sadie Approximate Age: 25(NEW) Quality (KPI)...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Souf Rug in Silk and Gold Plated Threads - Size:13'4 X 9'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Souf Rug in Silk and Gold Plated 13'4 X 9'7 Key Details: Pile: silk and gold plated metallic Foundation: cold color silk Origin: Tabriz souf Design: shahsavarpour ...
Gold Plate
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:16'8 X 11'8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 16'8 X 11'8 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Shirfar Quality (KPI): 525 Condition: Good Dimension:...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:12'0 X 8'4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 12'0 X 8'4 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Gholi nami Approximate Age: New Quality (KPI): 625 Co...
Wool, 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
Bobyrug’s Pretty vintage Turkish Kayseri silk rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
This magnificent piece is a true masterpiece, intricately crafted and knotted with a blend of silk and cotton threads on a cotton foundation. It boasts a beautiful design, featuring ...
Cotton, Silk
$487Sale Price|25% Off
2'8"x9'3" Purple Overdyed Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Deep Purple Overdyed, Vintage Persian Tabriz, Worn and Distressed, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: ...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Persian Kerman Antique Rug Large Lumbar Size Pillow, 16 x 24
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th-century Persian Kerman rug. Fill insert and zipper closure provided Measures: 16" x 24".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$17,545 / 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
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Hadji Jalili Tabriz Beige / Rust
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
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Hadji Jalili Tabriz Camel / Coral
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
Zabihi Collection Tribal Shiraz Geometric Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Tribal Shiraz Rug Details rug no. j4336 size 5'4" x 7'7"
Wool
Zabihi Collection Pair of Antique Persian Tabriz Rugs
Located in New York, NY
A set of Persian Tabriz scatter-size rugs from the early 20th Century. One is more faded and lighter than the other. Measure: 3'9'' x 5'5'' and 3'9'' x 5'4'' respectively.
Wool
10'x12'7" Rouge Pink Vintage Persian Tabriz Full Pile Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Rouge Pink, Vintage Persian Tabriz with Flower Medallion, Full Pile, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Fine Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tra...
Wool
9'9"x12'9" Brown Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Burro Brown, Distressed and Washed Out, Antique Persian Haja Jalili Tabriz with All Over Fish Mahi Design, Intricate Pattern with Earth Tone Colors, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Oriental...
Wool
2'4"x11' Blue Overdyed Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Pure Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Sapphire Blue, Overdyed Vintage Persian Tabriz, Cropped Thin, Worn and Distressed, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Fragment, Narrow Runner, Oriental R...
Wool
2'1"x5'9" Iory Cropped Thin Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Wool
2'5"x7'6" Ivory Fragment All Wool Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Wool
2'2"x5'10" Ivory Fragment Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Wool
2'2"x5'10" Ivory Distressed Look Vintage Persian Tabriz Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Wool
2'6"x7'6" Ivory Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Wool Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Wool
2'1"x5'10" Ivory Hand Knotted Wool White Wash Vintage Persian Tabriz Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...
Wool
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:16'7 X 11'5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 16'7 X 11'5 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: shirfar Approximate Age: New Quality (KPI): 500 Condi...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk- Size: 13'4 X 9'10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 13'4 X 9'10 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Oliah Approximate Age: New Quality (KPI): 500 Conditi...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:11'8 X 8'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 11'8 X 8'3 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Center Medallion Approximate Age: new Quality (KPI): 4...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk - Size:16'8 X 11'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool and Silk 16'8 X 11'3 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz Design: Shirfar Approximate Age: New Quality (KPI): 00 Condit...
Wool, Silk
New Persian Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton - Size:16'10 X 11'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Tabriz Rug in Wool, Silk and Cotton 16'10 X 11'7 Key Details: Pile: Wool & Silk Foundation: Cotton Origin: Tabriz Design: fish Approximate Age: new Quality (KPI): 40...
Wool, Silk
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
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
Antique Azerbaijani Tabriz Wool 6x10 Ivory, Grey & Light Blue Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: Antique Circa: 1930s Origin: Azerbaijan Design: Tabriz Actual size: 6.5x9.10 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors: Ivory, Light Blue, Grey, Taupe, Dark Mustard Content: ...
Wool
Fine Ivory Background Antique Tabriz Benlian Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Rugs of this type were commissioned by the Armenian-British Benlian company, which had a workshop active in Tabriz during the first half of the 20th Century specialising in weaving c...
Wool
Luxury Traditional Hand-Knotted Tabriz Ivory & Ivory 14X24 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Large, exaggerated village carpet designs with a warm tonal palette. Each hue is carefully curated, contributing to a symphony of warmth that transforms any space into a haven of coz...
Wool
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Hadji Jalili Tabriz Light Green / Light Blue
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
$3,635Sale Price|25% Off
Faded Red Vintage Persian Tabriz Worn Wool Distressed Look 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...
Wool
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Hadji Jalili Tabriz Light Peach / Peach
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
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Hadji Jalili Tabriz Beige / Navy
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
Antique Chinese Tabriz Rug Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
77435 antique Antique Chinese Palace rug with Persian Tabriz style. With timeless appeal, refined colors, and architectural design elements, this ha...
Wool
$6,975Sale Price|25% Off
9 x 13 Modern Tabriz Style Wool Area Rug – Muted Earth Tones & Floral Medallions
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your interior with this stunning Modern Tabriz Style wool rug, a perfect blend of timeless Persian heritage and contemporary aesthetic. Crafted with high-quality wool, this r...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Pair of Persian Bidjar Rug Pillows
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Persian Bidjar Rug Pillows. 19'' x 20'' & 17'' x 19'' Respectively. Details rug no. p3827
Wool, Cotton, Foam
8'9"x12' Black 100% Wool Tabriz Mahi with Fish Medallion Design Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Jade Black, 100% Wool, Tabriz Mahi with Fish Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, 175 KPSI, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Traditional Pri...
Wool
$6,740Sale Price|20% Off
CYBERDEAL, 3x11 Antique Wool Runner 84cmx340cm Fine Medallion c.1890
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully crafted long runner showcasing classic tribal-inspired medallion motifs woven entirely by hand. Its narrow proportions make it ideal for hallways, corridors, or layered...
Wool
$6,150Sale Price|25% Off
Vibrant Saffron Amber Modern Tabriz Style Wool Area Rug - Hand-Knotted Floral
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with this exquisite Modern Tabriz-inspired wool rug, featuring a stunning, sun-drenched saffron amber field. Meticulously handcrafted, this piece blends tra...
Wool
Nice Vintage fine Turkish Hereke Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 20th century Turkish rug with a beautiful floral "Mille Fleurs" design and nice colors with blue, red, green, orange , yellow and dark blue, entirely and finely hand k...
Wool, Cotton
The Imperial Garden: A Round Indian Tabriz Masterpiece of Botanical Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79736 Vintage Indian Tabriz Rug, 07'11 x 07'11. The Imperial Garden: A Round Indian Tabriz Masterpiece of Botanical Elegance. This hand knotted wool round Indian Tabriz rug captures ...
Wool
The Celestial Rosette: A Vintage Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79740 Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, 06'08 x 06'08. The Celestial Rosette: A Vintage Round Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Paradise. This hand knotted wool and silk vintage round Persian ...
Wool, Silk
$321Sale Price|25% Off
2'x3'2" Blue Tabriz with Peacocks Persian Design Hand Knotted All Wool Mat Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Horizon Blue, Tabriz with Peacocks, Persian Design, Aryana Grade, Vegetable Dyes, Soft Pile, Hand Knotted, High Mountain Wool, Densely Woven, Sample, Mat, Oriental Rug Primary materi...
Wool
$5,475Sale Price|25% Off
9 x 11 Hand-Knotted Modern Tabriz Style Wool Area Rug – Rust, Slate & Cream
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this exquisite hand-knotted Modern Tabriz style rug. Combining centuries-old Persian design with a contemporary aesthetic, this rug features a sophisticated a...
Wool
$4,575Sale Price|25% Off
8 x 10 Elegant Modern Tabriz Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with the serene elegance of this hand-knotted wool rug, featuring a sophisticated Modern Tabriz design. The field is bathed in a soft, faded denim blue, beautifull...
Wool
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Hadji Jalili Tabriz Red / Blue
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
Doris Leslie Blau Tabriz Antique Allover Floral In Warm Tan Rug - c. 1900
Located in New York, NY
This early 20th-century Persian Tabriz rug showcases the region's storied artistry and technical mastery. Its regal royal-blue field is enlivened by a reticulated trellis of stylized...
Wool
$4,686Sale Price|25% Off
Bijou Blue Wool and Silk Tabriz with Leaf Design Hand Knotted Rug 9'10" x 14'0"
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
$1,254Sale Price|25% Off
2'6"X16'3" Tabriz Mahi Fish Medallion Design Red Hand Knotted Wool And Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Tabriz Mahi Fish Medallion Design Red Hand Knotted Wool And Silk Oriental XL Runner Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centur...
Silk
$681Sale Price|25% Off
6'3"x9'1" Cream Vintage Persian Tabriz Worn Pile Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Cream Vintage Persian Tabriz Worn Pile Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian weaving...
Wool
$760Sale Price|25% Off
3'2"x5'2" Blue Tabriz Design Aryana Collecion Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Imperial Blue, Tabriz Design, Aryana Collecion, Vegetable Dyes, Soft Pile, High Mountain Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile heigh...
Wool
$4,725Sale Price|25% Off
5'1"x14' Midnight Blue Northwest Persian Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Midnight Blue, Northwest Persian Tabriz Design, Aryana Grade, Vegetable Dyes, Soft Pile, High Mountain Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Wide Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials:...
Wool