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.
Doris Leslie Blau 19th Century Persian Tabriz Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic 19th century Persian Tabriz handmade wool rug Size: 12'10" × 20'0" (391 × 609 cm) A late 19th century antique Persian Tabriz rug featuring traditional Oriental floral desig...
Wool
$12,000Sale Price|68% Off
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Woven by the Artist Master Weaver Rug 8'2'' x 11'
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Tabriz Woven by the Artist Master Weaver Rug 8'2'' x 11'0".
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Grey Oversize Animal Pictorial Tabriz Rug 13'3 x 20'5
Located in New York, NY
13'3 x 20'5. The tradition of animals in a dense forest as a Persian carpet design goes back to the 16th century and is one of the main inspirations in the revival of rug weaving in ...
Wool
Large Hadji Jalili Style Persian Tabriz Rug in Cream and Blue
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
This impressive Tabriz rug is hand-knotted in the historic weaving hub of Tabriz, Iran, and inspired by the rare and highly collectible 19th-century Hadji Jalili carpets. Woven with ...
Wool
Hand-Knotted Vintage Tabriz Rug in Beige Medallion Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x10 vintage Persian rug of Tabriz origin, hand knotted in finely woven silk warps circa 1950-1960. A regal choice exemplifying the finest, most rare vintage Tabriz rug styles Josh...
Cotton
$2,880Sale Price|85% Off
Black Tabriz Rug 2'7'' x 10'3''
Located in New York, NY
A Tabriz rug/carpet is a type in the general category of Persian carpets from the city of Tabriz, the capital city of East Azarbaijan Province in North West of Iran totally populated...
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Semi Antique Persian Tabriz Rug - 12'8" x 18'1"
Located in Whittier, CA
This Semi Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, measuring 12'8" by 18'1", epitomizes the refined artistry of classic Persian weaving. Its intricate design beautifully blends geometric precisio...
Wool, Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz copper, terracotta and ivory hand knotted wool rug Size: 11'0" × 17'0" (335 × 518 cm) This somewhat unusual turn-of-the-century antique Tabriz Persian rug feat...
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug in Kork and Silk - Size: 19'3 X 12'6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The history of Tabriz rugs dates back to the 16th century, during the Safavid dynasty, when Tabriz became a prominent center for carpet weaving. The city’s strategic location along...
Kork, Silk
Antique Room Sized Persian Tabriz Blue Wool Rug With Allover Floral Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Persian Tabriz rug showcases a vivid blue field adorned with an enchanting all-over floral pattern. The design is further complemented by delicate tan accents, creating ...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Tabriz Handwoven Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz Beige & Brown Handwoven Wool Rug Size: 11'0" × 17'0" (335 × 518 cm) An early 20th century Persian Tabriz rug, the golden beige field with all-over rows of deli...
Wool
$19,140
Vintage Tabriz Square Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Hard to find square size, ornately drawn, forest scene Tabriz, bearing detailed trees, deer, pheasants, rabbits, peacocks, and more. Colors and shades include: Ivory, powder blue, silver, dusty blush, pale rose, wine red, antique ivory, mauve, and more. Condition notes: Like-new, original full pile height even across. Original side cord selvages intact. Fully secured sides and ends. Slightly more narrow at one end. Recently professionally cleaned ready for in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Tabriz square carpet...
Wool, Cotton
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning, extremely fine Persian Silk Qum rug, this breathtaking 100% silk piece originates from Iran in the late 20th century. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, this rug...
Silk
$18,000 / item
Early 20th Century Tabriz Rug - 12'2'' X 9'6''
Located in Los Angeles, US
This exceptional antique Tabriz rug, woven circa 1900 in Northwest Persia, showcases the refined artistry and precision for which Tabriz workshops are celebrated. The composition is ...
Wool
Semi Antique Persian Tabriz Rug - 9'10" x 12'10"
Located in Whittier, CA
The Semi Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, measuring 9 feet 10 inches by 12 feet 10 inches, is a masterpiece of traditional artistry and design. Its central field features a repeating flor...
Wool, Cotton
$4,400Sale Price|70% Off
Antique Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'4" x 6'9"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'4'' x 6'9''. A Tabriz rug/carpet is a type in the general category of Persian carpets.[from the city of Tabriz, the capital city of East Azarbaijan P...
Wool, Cotton
10 x 13 Persian Qum masterpiece – 100% silk
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Origin & Maker Hand-knotted Persian rug signed (Mir-mehdi) Design & Pattern Features a large multi-layered central medallion, radiating outward in concentric floral and palmette ...
Silk
Zabihi Collection Signed Antique Manchester Kashan Early 20th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
a foyer-sized Antique Persian Kashan Rug from the 1st quarter of the 20th century. 4 corners are signed by the weaver Details rug no. j4289 size 5' 8" x 8' 5" (173 x 257 cm) rug typ...
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Hagi Jalili Rug
Located in New York, NY
This Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Hagi Jalili rug displays the refined elegance and masterful drawing that distinguish the finest weavings of this celebrated atelier. The compos...
Wool
$2,693Sale Price|71% Off
Persian Silk Carpet with Central Medallion and Royal Purple Field-in stock
Located in Pudsey, GB
Immerse yourself in the opulence of this 100% pure silk rug, measuring 150 x 225 cm (approximately 4 square meters). This piece showcases a classic Shah Abbasi medallion composition ...
Silk
Extremely Fine Late 20th Century Tabriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An extremely fine late 20th century Persian Tabriz with a mesmerizing pattern containing a large central multi-lobed medallion on a orange field of scrolling vines, leaves, and myria...
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
Turquoise Tabriz Haji Jali Li Li Rug
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
A Classic antique Tabriz rug with a rare turquoise field color woven by famous Haji Jali Li workshop in Iran. Appropriate for a wall hanging too. The major city of Tabriz, located...
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug - Size: 13'5 X 10'1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz Rug in Kork and Cotton 13'5 X 10'1 Key Details: Pile: Kork Foundation: Cotton Origin: Tabriz Design: fish Approximate Age: 60 years new Quality (KPI): 625 Condition: ...
Kork, Cotton
$44,800Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Unusual Isfahan Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
The rug depicts a scene of nature including water, fauna, flowers in vases and a tree of life. The colors in this rug provide a feeling of harmony with the total design of the rug. T...
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
This Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz rug presents a refined and understated aesthetic, emphasizing delicacy of pattern and harmonious proportion. The soft camel and sand-toned fiel...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Botanic Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz Botanic Handmade Wool Rug Size: 12'5" × 22'2" (378 × 675 cm) An early 20th century Persian Kirman rug, the cream field with an unusual dense overall design of ...
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug - Size: 19'10 X 13'7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz Rug in Wool and Cotton 19'10 X 13'7 Key Details: Pile: Wool Foundation: Cotton Origin: Tabriz Design: Center Medallion Approximate Age: 70 years Quality (KPI): 500 ...
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Fine Senneh Rug with Medallion's 3'10 x 5'1
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'10 x 5'1 Keivan Woven Arts Antique Persian Fine Senneh Rug with Medallion's. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EMB-51, country of origin / type: Iran / Senneh, circa 1920. This e...
Wool
Ardabil Carpet - Vintage Oversize Extremely Fine Tabriz, circa 1920 15' x 27'
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This rug is a replica based off of the world-famous London Ardabil Carpet. The original carpet dates back to 1539, while this replica dates hundreds of ...
Wool
$10,000Sale Price|75% Off
Antique Persian Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'7'' x 6'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug 4'7'' x 6'6''. The ruby-tomato field shows virtually no abrash while carrying the double pendanted pointed and scalloped navy medallion and an ...
Wool, Cotton
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
10'x10' Red Tabriz with Flower Medallion Design Hand Knotted Wool Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Auburn Red, Tabriz Haja Jalili Re-Creation with Flower Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, Hand Spun New Zealand Wool, Denser Weave, Square, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: N...
Wool
10'x14' Red Tabriz Jaja Jalili Re-Creation Hand Knotted New Zealand Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Auburn Red, Tabriz Haja Jalili Re-Creation with Flower Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, Hand Spun New Zealand Wool, Denser Weave, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool ...
Wool
Extremely Fine Sino Hereke Silk Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
An absolutely stunning 100% silk Sino Hereke rug, expertly crafted in China around the 1970s. This extraordinary piece is a true testament to the unparalle...
Silk
Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Haji Jalili Tabriz Rug Doris Leslie Blau Size: 16'6" × 23'5" (502 × 713 cm) This antique Persian Tabriz rug, crafted around 1880, is a remarkable piece from Doris Leslie Blau, renow...
Wool
8x10 Ivory Persian Tabriz Hand Knotted Wool Rug ( G-13404 )
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
Lovely European Sized Antique Water-garden Tabriz Rug, c. 1920's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Lovely European Sized Antique Water-Garden Tabriz Pistachio Green, Rust, Rose, Walnut About: Where in the World will you find a size like this?! You c...
Wool
$14,900
Tabriz Rug 9'11'' x 13'10''
Located in New York, NY
Tabriz Rug 9'11'' x 13'10''. The enormous output of carpets and scatters in virtually every style: medallion, centralized, directional or allover, trein a variety of densities from m...
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$7,450
1950's Vintage Tabriz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz rugs, you can focus on their craftsmanship, artistry, historical value, and versatility. Their intricate patterns, whether overall floral or medallion provide visual h...
Wool
Circa-1910 Hand-woven Blue Wool Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique, circa 1910, Persian Tabriz Rug has a shaded indigo-blue field with a sandy-yellow delicate herati-pattern, in a sandy-yellow border with a meandering leafy scrolling vi...
Wool
6'2"x8'9" Yellow Vintage Persian Tabriz Medallion Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Parmesan Yellow, Vintage Persian Tabriz Taba Tabai, Medallion Design, Full Pile, Clean and in an Excellent Condition, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool La...
Wool
Fine Luxurious Purple Color Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug 6'5" x 10'2"
Located in New York, NY
Fine Luxurious Purple Color Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: Vintage
Silk
Vintage Persian Tabriz Round Faraji Rug in Pure Silk - Size: 16'2 X 16'2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz Round Faraji Rug in Silk 16'2 X 16'2 Key Details: Pile: Silk Foundation: Silk Origin: Tabriz around Faraji Design: Ghonbad Approximate Age: 55 years Quality (KPI): 50...
Silk
3'x5'1" Red Tebraz Re-Creation New Zealand Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Blush Red, Tabriz Haja Jalili Re-Creation with Flower Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, Hand Spun New Zealand Wool, Denser Weave, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile h...
Wool
The Courtly Bloom: Vintage Persian Tabriz Shah Abbas Masterpiece of Distinction
Located in Dallas, TX
61408 Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, 07'10 x 10'08. From the historic weaving ateliers of Tabriz—renowned as one of Persia’s most illustrious centers of artistry—emerges this hand-knott...
Wool
Modern Transitional Geometric Wool Area Rug – Blue & Beige Hand-Knotted Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with this sophisticated Modern Transitional Wool Rug. Balancing contemporary precision with a time-worn, artisanal aesthetic, this rug features an intricate...
Wool
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
North-West Persia ca. 1890 Measures: 22'8" x 15'2" (691 x 462 cm) Handwoven.
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug circa 1930
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Authentic antique Persian Tabriz in a rare magenta (purplish-red) field with an angular all-over trellis of floral sprays framed on a navy blue border. This distressed rug would work...
Wool
The Poetic Garden: A Vintage Persian Malayer Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
61399 Vintage Persian Malayer Rug, 09'03 x 12'04. This hand knotted wool vintage Persian Malayer rug is a lyrical celebration of botanical symbolism and refined provincial artistry. ...
Wool
End of 2nd quarter of 20th century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tabriz rugs, from northwestern Persia, are renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and intricate designs. These type of rugs from this era often feature floral patterns, medalli...
Wool
The Whispered Lattice: A Vintage Persian Mahal Masterpiece of Timeless Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
61397 Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, 08'11 x 13'01. An extraordinary masterpiece steeped in heritage and softened by time, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Mahal rug exudes an aura...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau 19th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th century Persian Tabriz silk red and navy blue rug Size: 4'7" × 6'0" (139 × 182 cm) One rarely gets to face the wonder of Art & Craft comparable with...
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug - Size: 16'10 X 9'9
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tabriz Rug in Kork and Cotton 16'10 X 9'9 Key Details: Pile: Kork (BABY LAMB WOOL) Foundation: Cotton Origin: Tabriz Design: CENTER MEDALLION Approximate Age: 60 YEARS Quali...
Kork, Cotton
$557Sale Price|20% Off
2'8"x10' Red Vintage Persian Tabriz Vase Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Ajax Red, Vintage Persian Tabriz with Flower Bouquet and Vase Design, Worn Out and Distressed, Zero Pile, Clean, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool...
Wool
Very Fine Persian Qum Silk Rug/Carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
This beautiful antique Heriz Serapi rug, hand-knotted in the early 1900s, is a stunning example of Persian craftsmanship and artistry. Despite its age, the rug is in excellent condit...
Silk
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Runner
Located in New York, NY
Description An early 20th-century Persian Bidjar Runner Details rug no. j4498 size 3' 2" x 15' 10" (97 x 483 cm)
Wool
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug/Carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
This exquisite Persian Silk Qum rug, originating from Iran, is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship. Woven from 100% silk, it boasts a luxurious te...
Silk
Doris Leslie Blau Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Persian Tabriz blue brown handmade wool carpet. Size: 12'0" × 17'2" (365 × 523 cm) An early 20th century Persian carpet, the abrashed indigo blue field with an all...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Tabriz Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Tabriz Handmade Wool Rug Size: 12'0" × 18'2" (365 × 553 cm) This early 20th century Persian rug was made in Tabriz, the capital of the northwestern Iranian provi...
Wool