Antique Persian Malayer Rug – Circa 1920s – Hand-Knotted 4.2' x 7.2' -1C1252
Located in Bordeaux, FR
An exceptional piece of Persian textile history, this Antique Malayer rug dates back to the early 20th century (circa 1920).
Wool
Malayer Rug in Blue Red Design 1920
Located in New York, NY
ref C04998
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Malayer Floral Medallion Pale Sand Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 1920's Persian Malayer rug exemplifies the artistry and refinement for which Malayer weavers are celebrated.
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Malayer Allover Warm Tan Runner In - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This antique Persian Malayer runner, circa early 20th century, relies heavily on exquisite oriental details as well as small-scale meandring floral vines, geometric motifs and floral...
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Malayer Floral Allover Warm Tan Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite early 20th-century Persian Malayer rug embodies the artistry and craftsmanship for which the Malayer weaving tradition is renowned.
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Doris Leslie Blau Malayer Antique Floral Cream Beige Rug - c. 1920 (Fragment)
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Persian Malayer rug, woven in the 1920s, embodies the refined artistry and timeless elegance of village weaving traditions from Western Persia. Its grand scale and int...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Malayer Floral Allover Warm Tan Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This 1920s Antique Persian Malayer rug is a striking example of the region's artistry, combining elegance with a warm, earthy palette. Hand-knotted in wool, the rug features a beauti...
Wool
Malayer with Deep Coral, Khaki and Orange Accents c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
An antique Kurdish Malayer low pile wool rug with deep fiery coral field, khaki and orange accents. We love the bold medallion, and the soft, timeworn fade.
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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Malayer Allover Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 1920's Persian Malayer rug is a testament to the artistry and refinement of village weaving traditions from the Hamadan region.
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Doris Leslie Blau Malayer Antique Allover Light Gray Hand-Knotted Rug - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Persian Malayer rug, dating to the 1920s, exemplifies the region's renowned artistry and meticulous hand-weaving traditions. Spanning an impressive 17 by 12 feet, the ...
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Doris Leslie Blau Malayer Antique Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Runner - c. 1920
Located in New York, NY
This antique Persian Malayer runner from the 1920s showcases the artistic nuance and technical skill typical of Malayer village weavings. Richly detailed and masterfully balanced, th...
Wool
C. 1920 Persian Malayer Hand-knotted Wool Rug 4.10 x 6.7
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Our entire collection is carefully curated with an extremely picky and discerning eye that captures the heart and soul of these weavers, and the story they share in their nomadic Ti...
Wool
Malayer with a Beige Field, and Cherry Red, Plum, Camel & Cocoa Tones c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
A hand-knotted Persian Malayer circa 1920, with a soft beige field, offset by bright tones of cherry red, plum, camel, and cocoa.
Wool, Cotton
Malayer with Deep Navy Field and Coral, Tomato Red, Khaki and Olive Green c.1920
Located in Hudson, NY
Fine quality Malayer with a deep navy field and accents of coral, tomato red, khaki and olive green. The deep navy of this low pile, hand-woven wool rug is so striking, and the negat...
Wool
1920s Classic Blue Navy Geometric Antique Malayer Handknotted Wool Carpet Rug
Located in New York, NY
A 1920s Malayer carpet, The piece measures approximately 122.2 × 183.1 cm (about 4’0″ × 6’0″; the seller listing notes 4’11” × 6’10” / 150 × 208 cm). The composition pairs a navy fi...
Wool
$636Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillows
Located in New York, NY
A set of Antique Persian Malayer rug pillows; size 19" x 13” each. An antique decorative pillows with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 19" x 13” each. This...
Wool
$318Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillows
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillows; size 18" x 15” each. An antique decorative pillows with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 18" x 15” each. Thi...
Wool
$597Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillows
Located in New York, NY
A set of antique Persian Malayer rug pillows; size 20" x 16” each. An antique decorative pillows with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20" x 16” each. This...
Wool
$318Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillows
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique Persian Malayer rug pillows; size 19" x 13” each. An antique decorative pillows with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 19" x 13” each. This l...
Wool
$318Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillows
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique Persian Malayer rug pillows; size 19" x 13” each. An antique decorative pillows with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 19" x 13” each. Thi...
Wool
$358Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillows
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillows; size 18" x 12” and 21" x 12” each. An antique decorative pillows with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 18" x 1...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow with Geometric Abstracts
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 1'5” x 1'0”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a cream central field, size 1'5” x 1'0”. This lovely decorative ...
Wool
Persian Malayer Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Persian Malayer rug. Measures: 16'' x 16''.
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Handmade Antique Malayer Style Rug, 1920s, 1B917
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Middle Eastern Malayer rug in traditional design. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century in original good condition. -condition: original good, -circa: ...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 19" x 13”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 19" x 13”. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer rug pillow; size 18" x 15”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 18" x 15”. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 18" x 15”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 18" x 15”. This lovely decorative pill...
Wool
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 21" x 12”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 21" x 12”. This lovely decorative pill...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 19" x 13”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 19" x 13”. This lovely decorative pil...
Wool
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 18" x 15”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 18" x 15”. This lovely decorative pill...
Wool
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer rug pillow; size 20" x 16”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20" x 16”. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer rug pillow; size 18" x 12”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 18" x 12”. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 20" x 15”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20’' x 15’'. This lovely decorative ...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer rug pillow; size 19" x 13”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 19" x 13”. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 20" x 16”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20" x 16”. This lovely decorative pill...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer rug pillow; size 20" x 15”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20’' x 15’'. This lovely decorative p...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 19" x 13”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 19" x 13”. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow; size 20" x 15”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20’' x 15’'. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer rug pillow; size 20" x 16”. An antique decorative pillow with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20" x 16”. This lovely decorative pi...
Wool
$318Sale Price / set|20% Off
Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Carpet Pillow with Geometric Abstracts Design
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique Persian Malayer rug pillows; size 20" x 15” each. An antique decorative pillows with geometric abstracts motif in a blue central field, size 20’' x 15’' each. T...
Wool
Small Persian Malayer Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th Persian Malayer rug. Measures: 16'' x 17''.
Wool, Cotton, Foam
10x20 Antique Persian Malayer Area Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
This charming Antique Persian Malayer Area Rug showcases a graceful interplay of deep red, deep blue, light blue, and ivory accents. The intricate central medallion with pendants is ...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug with All-Over Paisley Field in Green - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in fine wool circa 1920-1929, this 6x10 antique Persian Malayer rug is an exquisite addition to Rug & Kilim’s Antique collection.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Ornate Colorful Floral Geometry - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, circa 1900–1920, this antique 8x9 Malayer rug features an intricate all-over floral design with angular geometric drawing in a beautifully subdued palette.
Wool
Gaston Hauchecorne, Malay Pirate Bronze Sculpture, France 1900s
By Gaston Hauchecorne
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb bronze sculpture with green patina hues by Gaston Hauchecorne, France 1920s. Representation of a Malay pirate holding on to the railing of a ship with on hand and to the steer...
Bronze
Antique Persian Malayer Rug in Brown with Paisley Floral Elegance - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, circa 1900–1920, this antique 7x12 Malayer rug features an elegant all-over paisley design in ivory, rust, navy, brown, and muted blue tones.
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Rug 3.9' x 4.11', 1920s - 2B96
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Artistry from the Heart of Persia Step into a piece of textile history with this captivating antique Persian Malayer rug, hand-knotted from fine wool circa the 1920s. Originating fro...
Wool
$1,364Sale Price|70% Off
Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug 2.5' x 12.5', 1920s - 1C1143
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug: Design and Craftsmanship: This narrow and long runner rug, dating back to the 1920s, hails from the Malayer region in Northwest Persia. ...
Wool
$177Sale Price|20% Off
Old Map of South East Asia Showing the Malay Archipelago, incl Borneo etc, 1922
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map of South East Asia titled 'Malay Archipelago'. Old map of South East Asia depicting the Malay Archipelago including Sumatra, Java, Timor, Borneo, Celebes, Moluccas an...
Paper
Antique Persian Saraband Rug Intricate Boteh Grid in Green Hues - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted wool, circa 1920-1929, this 7x11 antique Persian Saraband rug is a brilliant addition to Rug & Kilim's extensive archive. It showcases an intricate, all-over repeating p...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner, Wool, Circa 1920s, 2.8' x 17.6' - 1C682
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Persian Malayer runner in original good condition. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century, made in wool. - Condition: original good, - circa 1920s, -...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: 1920 Pile: Low-Medium Wear Notes: 1 Material: Wool on Cotton Vintage rugs are made by hand over the course of months, sometimes years. Their imperfections and wear a...
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: 1920 Pile: Low Wear Notes: 5-6 Material: Wool on Cotton Vintage rugs are made by hand over the course of months, sometimes years. Their imperfections and wear are ev...
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: 100 years. Pile: Low Wear notes: none Beautiful abrash that transitions from emerald green to sapphire blue. Excellent condition. Wear Notes: Vintage and antique r...
Wool, Cotton
Vibrant Vintage Persian Malayer Runner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: 1920 Colors: tomato, light blue, tan Pile: low Wear Notes: 1 Material: wool on cotton One of our favorite runners, this stand out Malayer features a spectacular rich tomato...
Wool, Cotton
Light Blue Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Circa: 1920 Material : wool on cotton Pile : Low-medium Wear Notes: 1 Oversize Antique Oriental Malayer, 12'3" x 17'5".
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Malayer
Located in Aspen, CO
Beautiful gallery sized Persian rug. This piece was finely woven of 100% wool on a cotton foundation in the Malayer district of central Iran. The field design is a Herati pattern on ...
Wool
20th Century, Persian Malayer Runner Oriental Carpet
By Ashly Fine Rugs 1
Located in Katy, TX
20th century, Persian antique Malayer rug woven in Iran of all hand-spun wool. This is excellent condition, no wear or repairs. Very soft mellow colors great weave with beautiful abr...
Wool
20th Century Persian Malayer Corridor Oriental Carpet
Located in Katy, TX
20th century Persian antique Malayer Corridor rug woven in Iran of all hand spun wool. This is excellent condition, no wear or repairs. Very soft mellow colors great weave with beaut...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Malayer or Malayir rug comes from the large rug producing region south of Hamadan extending into North Luristan. There is a wide variety of different rug patterns. The rugs are s...
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Malayer rug, circa 1920.
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Malayer rug, circa 1920.
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Malayer rug, circa 1920.
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Malayer rug, circa 1920.
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Malayer rug, circa 1920.
Wool
Vintage Persian Malayer Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite 1920's Malayer runner with a deep field. Excellent vintage condition with a touch of wear that gives character and old world appeal.
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Malayer rug, circa 1920.
Wool
Persian Malayer Wool Handknotted Carpet from the Early 20th Century
Located in Prospect, CT
Nice thin piled, tightly woven Oriental rug with even wear. Overall pattern on a rust colored field. Great squarish size. Minor end loss with ends professionally secured. Measures: 5...
Wool
Persian Lilihan Early 20th Century Oriental Rug
By G. None
Located in Katy, TX
Persian Lilihan all-over motif design large scale Mahi design. The rug is in excellent condition with a perfect even low cut pile. This has gone through the "Earth-Tone Safe Wash" wh...
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Gallery Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: 1920 Colors: Brown, Beige, Cream Pile: Low Wear Notes: 4 Material: Wool on Cotton Wear Guide: Vintage and antique rugs are by nature, pre-loved and may show evidence of th...
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Hamadan Rug with Herati Pattern in Brown Background & Light blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
All-over Persian brown, charcoal and Earth toned antique Malayer rug in Herati design. Keivan Woven Arts/rug SUS-2012-923, origin / type: Iran / Hamedan, circa 1920.
Wool
Geometric Design Antique Tribal Malayer Persian Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful geometric designed antique tribal Malayer Persian runner rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian rug, date: circa 1920 Malayer rugs, antique rugs from the Malayer regio...
Wool
A Malayer Rug circa 1920
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Malayer Rug circa 1920. Handknotted with 100% wool yarn.
Wool
Vintage Malayer Rug (Persian) Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
ref C66249
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Oriental Wool Rug, Circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Persian Malayer oriental rug offers wool construction with geometric design having stylized floral and foliate elements throughout on red ground, c1920 Measures - 89.5'...
Wool
Antique Circa 1920 Blue Persian Malayer Hand Knotted Rug
Located in New York, NY
2'8 X 6'10. Rugs from Malayer, east of Hamadan, could be considered top quality Hamadan’s and they share similar structural aspects. This very attractive rug will look amazing in so ...
Wool, Cotton
Antique Tribal Malayer Runner
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Gorgeous Antique Tribal Malayer Runner Truly Beautiful & Sophisticated yet Soulful Antique Runner About: A Brilliant antique runner displaying the intersection of sophistication an...
Wool
Astonishing Malayer Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
The tribal weavers in Malayer were often Turkish and they employed the Turkish knot, Gourde, to weave these creations. The Gourde is a symmetrical knot, as opposed to the asymmetrica...
Wool
Malayer Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
A Persian Malayer rug, c-1920. Vegetable dye wool pile on cotton foundation with tribal geometric design.
Wool
1920s Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
This dark blue field is centred by a stepped pendant medallion in an abrashed green. The overall drawing is angular and semi-geometric. The green blue border displays reversing palme...
Wool
Amazing Persian Malayer Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Amazing Persian Malayer rug dimension: 3'4" x 6'4", circa 1920. With geometric all-over pattern.
Wool
Northwest Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Persian Malayer rug with three blueish medallions covered on a rusty red field.
Wool
Incredible Persian Malayer Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
A pleasant Botheh design with a green color border. The tribal weavers in Malayer were often Turkish and they employed the Turkish knot, Gourde, to weave these creations. The Gourde ...
Wool
Antique Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique Malayer runner, circa 1920. Size: 13'5" × 3'5".
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer rug from the first quarter of the 20th century. Malayer is one of over 100 weaving villages outside of Hamadan in Northwestern Iran. The patterns of Malaye...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century. Malayer is one of over 100 weaving villages outside of Hamadan in Northwestern Iran. The patterns of Mal...
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer rug from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer rug from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer rug from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique washed Persian Malayer rug from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique washed Persian Malayer carpet from the first quarter of the 20th century.
Wool
Early 20th Century Malayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Malayer rug with a beautiful central flower medallion amidst an all-over field of flowers on a cranberry background. The border is traditional, ...
Wool
Rustic Malayer Scatter Rug
Located in New York, NY
This west Persian rustic scatter presents three large hexagonal medallions in cream and red-brown, each enclosing four rosettes, all on a strongly abrashed grey to slate ground. The ...
Wool
Antique Floral Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
The well-abrashed slate ground displays an all-over pattern of strongly stylized floral bouquets in the European manner, the Gol-i-Firangi motif, with small botehs in the interstices...
Wool
Antique Sensational Fine Ferahan-Malayer Rug, circa 1920-30's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Sensational Antique Rug Fine Ferahan-Malayer Terracotta, Ice & Greens Size: 4.3 x 6.4 Age: Antique, C. 1920-30's Pile: Low with age-related wear and lovely patina throughout.
Wool
Antique Persian Hamedan Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
Classic Persian Hamedan Malayer rug.
Wool
Antique Malayer Rug
Located in St. Albans, GB
A lovely antique Persian Malayer rug, handwoven in west Persia circa 1920 with an all over design of stylised flowering vines on a deep indigo field and ivory border.
Wool
Persian Malayer Bird Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Fine handmade Persian Hamadan Malayer rug, circa 1920. Vegetable dyed fine wool pile on cotton foundation with all-over geometric and bird animal design.
Wool
Antique Blue Persian Malayer Runner
Located in New York, NY
The noticeably abrashed pale blue to graphite field of this west Persian kenare (runner) show a slightly geometric version of the Herati design, within an ivory doubly connected rose...
Wool
Early 20th Century, Malayer, Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian, Malaya, rug with an all-over multicolored tree-of-life pattern on an indigo background surrounded by multiple complementary floral borders.
Wool
Antique Malayer Runner with Rust and Coral Colors, Circa 1920's
Located in New York, NY
The rust/red/coral panel-abrashed field of this unusual kenare (runner) field nine parallel vertical rod-like pole with rosettes and sharp, small lozenges as decorations. The three...
Wool
Beautiful Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
Persian antique Malayer rugs. Antique rugs from the Malayer region embody an angular northwestern style that is best defined by its diversity in style and color. Malayer is a city an...
Wool
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.
Embroidered with snakes, turtles, birds and vines, it celebrates a dazzling natural world before the arrival of Adam and Eve.
The colorful design captures the natural splendor of a backyard garden.
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Top carpet companies are expanding the arena of artful floor coverings, seeking out creatives from other media and marrying their talents to textiles.
The New York–based rug designers employ earthy colors and time-honored artistry in their creations.
The New York interior designer found inspiration in disco culture and astrology for her debut home collection.
Persian garden carpets, with their timeless beauty and unmatched craftsmanship, have an enduring appeal.
With their rich layers, intricate patterns and elaborate lighting, rooms with a Moroccan influence are easy to spot.