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.
Neutral Hand Knotted Turkish Rug with Formal Design
Located in New York, NY
Classic early 20th century finely woven Turkish Sivas rug with a muted formal palette. Beige, brown, brown, peachy pink accents, circa 1940, measures: 6'6” x 9'9”.
Wool
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Zabihi Collection Pale 19th Century Very Fine Turkish Sivas Rug
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking array of subtle colors and craftsmanship make this distressed carpet a masterpiece and very easy to decorate around. Soft brown, butterscotch, lavender, mushroom color...
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
Fine Modern Oriental Blue Persian Floral Medallion Design Large Wool Rug Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 12 x 15 Oriental rug carpet is a distinguished selection from our contemporary room-size rug collection, woven in Pakistan and styled in the Sarouk traditi...
Wool
$11,301 / 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 velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
Antique Distressed Teal Green Tabriz Carpet
Located in Milan, IT
A highly refined and elegant antique Tabriz carpet in distressed condition, distinguished by a very decorative teal green background and characterised by a soft central medallion on ...
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Antique Turkish Oushak Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
A square shaped antique Turkish Oushak with accents of mint and cream on a salmon colored field.
Wool
Zabihi Collection Room Size Antique Turkish Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish rug from the early 20th century in a room-size format. Measures: 7'7'' x 11'6''.
Wool
$223Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Chinese Tabriz Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78695 Vintage Beige Chinese Tabriz Rug, 02'02 x 03'03. Presenting a sublime testament to the artistry of a bygone era, behold this petite Chinese Tabriz rug, a paragon of Victorian e...
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Antique Garrus Bijar Rug with Strapwork Split-Leaf Arabesques
Located in Milan, IT
The Garrus district is located in the southern tip of Azerbaijan, with Bijar being its capital. The oldest examples from this area are woven on an all wool foundation, and are orname...
Wool
$1,534Sale Price|25% Off
Peach Color Distressed Look Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Worn Wool 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
$395Sale Price|20% Off
Curvilinear Shaped Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Quirky Persian Malayer rug pillow. Measures: 21'' x 35''.
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Turkish Sivas Superfine Mat rug, 1'7'' x 2'8''
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th century one of a kind fine quality Turkish Sivas rug. Gray, red, orange and ivory hues. 19'' x 32''
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Zabihi Collection 19th Century Gray Antique Turkish Sivas Rug
Located in New York, NY
An authentic fine quality late 19th century handmade Turkish Sivas city rug. 6'3'' x 9'1''
Wool
Elaborate Antique Gray Field Turkish Sivas Antique Rug
Located in New York, NY
A decorative early 20th century Turkish Sivas rug. Measures: 4' x 5'7''.
Wool
Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful mid century large rug with nice geometrical and decorative design and pretty colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cot...
Wool, Cotton
$3,333Sale Price|62% Off
Pale Turkish Room size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A very finely woven Turkish rug with a muted formal repetitive palette in creamy yellow, pinky rose tones . It has a very silky sheen which makes the rug extremely desirable to touch...
Wool, Cotton
$7,920Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Persian Tabriz Chinese Silk Rug with Art Nouveau Rococo Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77376, vintage Persian Tabriz Chinese silk rug with Art Nouveau Rococo style. With ornate details and well-balanced symmetry combined with a dreamy color palette, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Tabriz Chinese silk rug beautifully embodies both Art Nouveau and Rococo style. A cusped oval medallion anchored with palmette pendants flank either side surrounded by an all-over floral pattern composed of blooming palmettes, curled sickle leaves, leafy tendrils arabesque vines with peony, carnation, and lotus flowers. Enclosing the floral medallion are dramatic, deep and elaborate corner spandrels boasting Baroque elements as it sets the stage for a bounty of flower garlands and organic leafy mounds. It is framed with a variation of a millefleur palmette border flanked with a series of floral Meander guard bands. Decadent beauty in a dreamy color palette this vintage floral area rug...
Silk
Pretty vintage Turkish Kayseri rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful Turkish Kayseri rug dating back to the mid-20th century. Expertly hand-knotted in wool on a cotton foundation, featuring an exquisite stylized floral design with a central ...
Wool, Cotton
Rare Early 20th Century German Tetex Tabriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and wonderful early 20th century German Tetex rug with a traditional Tabriz pattern containing myriad trees-of-life patterns woven in a rainbow of colors including violet, gol...
Wool
10x14 Navy Red Retro Mahal Hand Knotted Persian Rug ( G-13004)
Located in agra, uttar pradesh
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our high-quality hand-knotted traditional wool rug. Rug Features: ⚫ CUSTOMIZE in any SIZE ⚫ Material- 100% Wool ⚫ Weave- Hand-knotted in India ⚫ C...
Wool
Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Turkish Kayseri Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid-20th century Turkish rug with a geometrical design and orange and green colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundations. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epito...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Pakistani Tabriz Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79224 Vintage Pakistani Tabriz Rug, 06'01 x 09'00. Woven in the fertile crossroads of artistic revival and timeless tradition, this hand-knotted wo...
Wool
Incredible Chinese Silk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible vintage Chinese silk rug with a beautiful bold floral pattern woven in crimson, rust, light and dark indigo, cream, and white colored v...
Silk
$1,138Sale Price|25% Off
Ivory Shabby Chic Worn Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Tabriz Distressed 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
$270Sale Price|25% Off
2'x3' Carmine Red Tabriz Mahi with Fish Design Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Carmine Red, Tabriz Mahi with Fish Medallion Design, Soft Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Mat, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Trad...
Wool
$270Sale Price|25% Off
2'x3' Vermilion Red Tabriz Mahi with Fish Design Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Vermilion Red, Tabriz Mahi with Fish Medallion Design, Soft Wool, Hand Knotted, Densely Woven, Mat, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tr...
Wool
$270Sale Price|25% Off
2'x3' White Tabriz Mahi with Fish Design Hand Knotted Pure Wool Mat Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Oyster White, Hand Knotted, Tabriz Mahi with Fish Medallion Design, Pure Wool, Denser Weave, Mat, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Trad...
Wool
$11,301 / 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 velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
Bobyrug’s Wonderful late 20th century very fine Punjab rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the exquisite beauty of this large hand-knotted rug from the Punjab region of India. Crafted with meticulous precision, the silky wool intricately woven on a cotton base sh...
Wool, Cotton
Afghanistan Tabriz Rug with Soft Neutral Field and Floral All-Over Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 11'11 x 15'1 Afghanistan Tabriz Rug with Soft Neutral Field and Floral All-Over Design. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug /AWR-142, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Tabriz, ...
Wool
Jasmine Opulent Multicolor Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Carpet, Floral Allover Design
Located in New York, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 9 x 12 Jasmine Opulent rug carpet is a refined addition to our contemporary room-size rug collection. Woven in Pakistan, the piece reflects the region’s re...
Wool
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
$148Sale Price|25% Off
2'1"x3'2" Ivory Erased Tabriz Design Sample Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Mat Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Ivory, Erased Tabriz Design, Sample, Hand Knotted, Wool and Silk, Mat, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary col...
Silk
Bobyrug’s Pretty very fine Sino Persian silk rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning vintage Persian Tabriz-style rug, meticulously hand-knotted in China on a silk foundation. This masterpiece features a captivating royal garden scene, with maj...
Silk
Bobyrug’s Pretty vintage silk Turkish Kayseri rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid-20th century Turkish Kayseri rug, meticulously hand-knotted with a blend of wool and cotton on a cotton foundation. This exquisite piece features a central medallion wi...
Cotton, Silk
Vintage Egyptian Tabriz Rug - 7'9" x 10'1"
Located in Whittier, CA
The Vintage Egyptian Tabriz Rug measuring 7'9" x 10'1" exemplifies refined craftsmanship and timeless artistry, distinguished by its delicate palette and balanced design. The central...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Ivory Chinese Wool and Silk Tabriz Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79246 Vintage Ivory Chinese Tabriz Rug, 08'11 x 12'04. Radiating quiet grandeur and timeless elegance, this hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Chinese Tabriz rug evokes the refined s...
Wool
$731Sale Price|25% Off
Carrot Orange Rustic Look Soft Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Tabriz 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 pretty vintage Pakistani rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful vintage Pakistani rug with nice Persian design rugs and nice colours with pink, white, sky blue and dark blue, entirely and finely hand knotted by wool and silk on cotton f...
Wool, Cotton
Rug & Kilim’s Persian Style Rug in Blue, Beige-Brown and Gold Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 12x18 hand-knotted wool rug from our Modern Classics collection enjoys an inventive reimagining of antique Tabriz Persian rugs. The drawing depicts the celebrated Herati patte...
Wool
Vintage Ivory Chinese Tabriz Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79250 Vintage Ivory Chinese Tabriz Rug, 03'01 x 05'02. Evoking the grandeur of a bygone era where imperial refinement met artistic mastery, this hand-knotted wool vintage Chinese Tab...
Wool
$1,560Sale Price|25% Off
Pure Wool Persian Tabriz Vintage Clean with Some Parts of Wear Beautiful 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
Rug & Kilim’s Classic Tabriz style rug in Brown, Blue and Gold Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 13x16 rug inspired from celebrated Tabriz rug styles, from Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection. Hand knotted in wool, playing an exceptional blue and green beside gold and bei...
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
Large Modern Fine Persian Floral Design Green Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 12 x 18 Para Jasmine Oriental rug carpet is a refined addition to our contemporary room-size rug collection. Woven in Pakistan and inspired by classic Agra...
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
$1,641Sale Price|25% Off
Ivory Hand Knotted Vintage Persian Tabriz Cropped Thin Distressed Look Wool 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
$2,152Sale Price|25% Off
Ivory Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Distressed Look Worn Wool 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
$1,479Sale Price|25% Off
Silver Blue Vintage Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Distressed Look Worn Wool 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
$2,164Sale Price|25% Off
Ivory Vintage Persian Tabriz Cropped Thin Distressed Worn Wool 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
Bobyrug’s Vintage Silk Turkish Kayseri Runner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful vintage silk Turkish Kayseri runner with a design of antique Saf rugs and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with silk velvet on cotton f...
Cotton, Silk
Indian Tabriz Wool 9x12 Red & Ivory Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs presents a finely crafted handmade area rug inspired by classic Persian Tabriz design, measuring 9.2 x 12.4. Drawing from the rich heritage of traditional Tabriz pat...
Wool
Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Indian Punjab Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 20th century Indian rug with a beautiful floral design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experien...
Cotton, Silk
$1,012Sale Price|25% Off
Pink Worn Down Overdyed Persian Tabriz Vintage Hand Knotted Wool 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...
Wool
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Fine Turkish Hereke Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite mid-20th century Turkish Hereke rug featuring a stunning floral design reminiscent of Tabriz rugs. Vibrant colors including red, blue, pink, orange, and green adorn this fi...
Wool, Cotton
The Imperial Garden Corridor: A Chinese Tabriz Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79442 Vintage Chinese Tabriz Rug Runner, 02'06 x 19'09. There are runners that simply connect spaces, and then there are runners that command them. This hand-knotted wool vintage Chi...
Wool
$9,517 / 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 velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
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
$9,517 / 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 velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool