Handmade Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug 4.4' x 6.4, 1920s - 1N38
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This handmade antique Persian Bakhtiari rug from the 1920s is a stunning example of Middle Eastern craftsmanship.
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Handmade Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug 4.8' x 6.9, 1920s - 2B91
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This magnificent antique Persian Bakhtiari rug (c. 1920s) is a genuine piece of textile history, renowned for its collectible Khesti or 'Garden Panel' design .
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Elegant Ivory Color and Design Medallion Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th S. Persian Bakhtiari Carpet ( 4'6" x 7'2" - 137 x 218 )
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Zabihi Collection Persian Bakhtiari Willow Tree Rug
Located in New York, NY
a 2nd quarter of the 20th century Persian Bakhtiari rug featuring a tree of life design on a navy field Details rug no. j4399 size 5' x 6' 6" (152 x 198 cm)
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The Gardens of Eternity: An Antique Persian Bakhtiari Masterpiece of Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
54109 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 11'08 x 13'02. The Gardens of Eternity: An Antique Persian Bakhtiari Masterpiece of Splendor.
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The Midnight Orchard: A Late 19th Century Persian Bakhtiari Masterpiece of Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
54144 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 05'00 x 14'06. The Midnight Orchard: A Late 19th Century Persian Bakhtiari Masterpiece of Grace This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Bakhtiar...
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Antique Bakhtiari Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Bakhtiari Kilim rug with all-over geometric pattern with a diamond medallion, surrounded by a complementary border.
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Zabihi Collection Beautiful Bakhtiari Pigeon Rug
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Antique Bakhtiari Rug from the early 20th century. Check those pigeons in the field! Details rug no. j2286 size 5' 8" x 11' 4" (173 x 345 cm) rug type Baktiari,Pictorial
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Zabihi Collection Bakhtiari Garden Box Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Bakhtiari Rug with a fun, colorful garden box pattern. rug no. j2605 size 10' 8" x 13' 6" (325 x 411 cm)
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Antique Saddlebag Rug, Soumak & Bakhtiari Weaves, Handspun Wool, 1890
Located in New York, NY
This antique saddlebag with Soumak and Bakhtiari carpet weaves circa 1890 exhibits a colorful display of classic tribal geometric designs. The deep reds and blues contrast with cream...
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Zabihi Collection Colorful Garden Box Early 20th Century Senneh Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Fine Senneh Bakhtiari rug with a compelling all over garden box design throughout. Measures: 4.9'' x 6.7''.
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$1,993Sale Price|20% Off
Persian-Style Bakhtiari Wool Rug in Red and Yellow 62.2 x 43.7 Inches
Located in Lisbon, PT
Charming Persian Bakhtiari style rug, crafted in Turkey with rich red and yellow wool.
Wool, Cotton
$10,500Sale Price|25% Off
6'8"x19'3" Blue with Yellow Antique Persian Bakhtiari Hand Knotted Pure Wool
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Midnight Blue, Colorful, Antique Persian Bakhtiari in an Excellent Condition, Diamond Shape Garden Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Gallery Size Wide Runner, Oriental Rug P...
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Antique Micro Rug / Tapestry Pattern Beaded Bag with an Enameled Marcasite Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Both sides are fully beaded in the same pattern that is reminiscent of Bakhtiari Chesti design Persian rugs which display a grid of highly stylized motifs of plants and animals surro...
Marcasite, Enamel
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug. Contact dealer.
Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug
Located in Houston, TX
A stylish Bakhtiari rug with a repeating design of Cypress and Willow trees.
Wool, Cotton
1890s Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handwoven in Southern Persia, circa 1890. A large-scale village workshop weaving of the Bakhtiari tribal group. Construction: All wool pile on a cotton foundation, non depressed w...
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Pasargad Home Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug 14 ft 7 in x 20 ft 2 in
Located in Port Washington, NY
Breathtaking and quite rare Persian Bakhtiari rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian rug, circa date: 1910.
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Pasargad Home Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug 13 ft 8 in x 22 ft 2 in
Located in Port Washington, NY
Breathtaking and quite rare antique Persian Bakhtiari rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian rug, circa date: 1910.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhtiari carpet. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhtiari carpet. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
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Antique Oversize Persian Bakhtiari Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhtiari carpet. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Tribal Rug with Florals, Trees, Birds
Located in Birmingham, AL
This is an Antique Persian Bahktiari carpet with a beautiful low pile, fine knotting. In wonderful condition with a few areas of wear (see closeups). There are a few spots where the ...
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Antique Oversize 19th Century Persian Bakhtiari Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Persian Bakhtiari carpet. Contact dealer. Measures: 22 x 12.9.
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W 42.13 in L 56.7 in
Small 1920's Bakhtiari, Garden Design - Tribal Persian Rug - Rust, Brown, & Navy
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Antique Persian Bakhtiari, Garden Panel Design 4' 8" x 3' 6" Incredible 100 year old tribal, Persian rug hand woven by a member of the Bakhtiari tribe.
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Antique Signed Persian Bakhtiari Heriz, circa 1920
Located in Northridge, CA
Antique signed Persian Bakhtiari Heriz circa 1920 Measures: 8' 7" x 10' 7" Hand-knotted wool pile, cotton foundation Field: Cherry-Red Border: Cherry-Red Accent: Navy-Blue, Midni...
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Decorative Antique Persian Bakhtiari 10' 3" x 14'
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Antique Persian Ziegler Bakhtiari 10' 2" x 14' 8"
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Antique Persian Ziegler Bakhtiari 12' 2" x 14' 4"
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Decorative Antique Persian Bakhtiari 5' 8" x 8' 11"
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Bakhtiari
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scattered orange fond with 3 diamonds, only organic dyes. Scattered repiling, now in very good condition
Antique Bakhtiari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Attractive garden panel Bakhtiari carpet.
Wool, Cotton
Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 8' 3" x 12'
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Paradombeh 'Abusson Style' Antique Persian Bakhtiari 4' 10" x 7' 10"
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Stunning Vase of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 4' 10" x 6' 10"
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Rare Tree of Life Antique Persian Bakhtiari 10' 6" x 12' 8"
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bakhtiari rugs are among the most durable and have a vast array of designs among Persian tribal rugs.
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Antique Karajeh Bakhtiari Gallery Runner
Located in Northridge, CA
Antique Persian Karajeh Bakhtiari Gallery runner circa 1930. Measures: 4' 5" x 7' 8". Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation. Field: Pale-plum Border color: Orang...
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"Gabbeh" Bakhtiari Tribe, West Persia, 19th Century
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
The so-called “gabbeh” aesthetic is an easy one for all to embrace, akin to modern art and easily accessible. With the absence of iconography, one is not moved to “over think” what i...
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Persian Bakhtiari Design Runner, Early 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Persian Bakhtiari Design Runner, Early 20th Century
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Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Masculine Persian Bakhtiari rug circa 1940. Measures: 10'2" x 13'6".
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61120 Antique Persian Bakhtiari rug, 03'07 x 04'09.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
Room size Persian Bakhtiari rug in earth tones.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Fine antique Persian Bakhtiari rug, circa 1890 in good condition.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Bakhtiari rug from the early 20th century with a naturally distressed appeal.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century colorful Persian Bakhtiari rug featuring colorful accents predominantly in blue, green and pink.
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Zabihi Collection Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Bakhtiari rug with a large scale repetitive pattern on a brown-red field Measures: 7'1'' x 9'7''.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Very Unusual
Located in Evanston, IL
Fine antique Persian Bakhtiari rug, circa 1910 in excellent condition.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, c. 1900
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, c. 1900 The Collection of Dr.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76587, antique Persian Bakhtiari rug with traditional modern style.
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Early 20th Century Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An absolutely stunning and chic early 20th century Persian Bakhtiari rug with an all-over William Morris-esque trellis pattern with cypress trees, topiaries, and large roses, and sur...
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
Rendered in a beautifully varied selection of vivid colors, this grand antique Persian Bakhtiari rug has a bold, formal presence that incorporates slight tribal influences.
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Distressed Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61114 Distressed Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 03'03 x 04'07. Balancing traditional design elements with rustic sensibility and nostalgic charm, this hand knotted wool distressed an...
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76567, antique Persian Bakhtiari rug with traditional modern style.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Most Attractive Design
Located in Evanston, IL
A Stunning Persian Bakhtiari Rug: A Timeless Masterpiece from the 1920s Imagine stepping into a room adorned with a magnificent 3'5" x 6'2" Persian Bakhtiari rug, dating back to the...
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug 4'6" x 6’9"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug 4'6" x 6’9". The generic name for the village rugs of the Chahar Mahal district in west-central Persia.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Modern Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60743, antique Persian Bakhtiari rug with modern traditional style.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 4'2" x 6'7" Unusual
Located in Evanston, IL
Unusual Persian Bakhtiari rug. Beautiful and unusual two sade of solid green medallion in the center of this charming Bakhtiari rug.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Four Season Garden Design
Located in Dallas, TX
73345 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Four Season Garden Design.
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Beautifully Detailed Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, circa early 20th Century -- The majority of Bakhtiari rugs were created in Chahar Mahal, to the east of the Zagros range, near the Persian Gulf.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Four Seasons Garden Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Classically composed and boasting a truly magnificent all-over geometric design, this antique Bakhtiari rug reflects the finer points of timeless Persian rug trends.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Featuring highly desirable colors and a modern style, this antique Persian Bakhtiari rug embodies a harmonious energy captivating attention with its many layers and impeccable hand-k...
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Antique Cherry-Red Wool Floral Traditional Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Persian Bakhtiari rugs are handwoven masterpieces from the Bakhtiari tribe in central Iran, renowned for their durability and intricate designs.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Mina Khani Design, Free Shipping
Located in Evanston, IL
A unique style of antique rugs, Persian Bakhtiari rugs and carpets are an exciting style.
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Rustic Style Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Four Seasons Garden Design
Located in Dallas, TX
73314 Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Four Seasons Garden Design 04'11 x 06'07.
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Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Fine soft and vegetable dyed wool. The Bakhtiari tribe, based in Chahar Mahaal and Bakhtiari, is well-known for their rugs and weavings. They have been weaving rugs exported around ...
Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Persian Bakhtiari antique rug with a bold geometric abstract flowerhead pattern that include red, green, ivory blue,gray, yellow, rust, orange, and powder blue a...
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Garden Design and Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Rich jewel tones integrated with a rich patina, this antique Persian Bakhtiari rug features a garden design and traditional modern style.
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Colorful Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug in Navy Background, Blue, Yellow, Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with charming colors, Rug/11-90214.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Bold Graphic Design in Rich Red 9'11 x 11'7
Located in Atlanta, GA
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W 127 in L 158 in
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Rich Red, Indigo, and Ivory Tones 10'7 x 13'2
Located in Atlanta, GA
A timeless statement piece for discerning collectors and designers. antique Persian Bakhtiari rug, Bakhtiari medallion rug, Persian red and blue rug, vintage Persian tribal rug, Per...
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
A first quarter 20th century Persian Bakhtiari carpet.
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Classic first quarter of the 20th century Persian Bakhtiari carpet.
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Bakhtiari carpet from the turn of the 20th century.
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$612Sale Price|60% Off
W 50.79 in L 77.17 in
Handmade Vintage Turkmen Ersari Rug 4.2' x 6.4' 1960s - 1C1177
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This handmade vintage Turkmen Ersari rug from the 1960s is a beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship. Measuring 4.2 feet (129 cm) in width and 6.4 feet (196 cm) in length, thi...
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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.
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