Collectors of Persian carpets and Indian rugs are familiar with the name Orley Shabahang. The carpet firm is renowned for its contemporary, Art Deco and heritage-inspired designs that feature traditional hand-woven techniques from ancient Persia.
Orley Shabahang’s history can be traced back to 1972 in the bazaars of Isfahan, Iran, where Geoffrey Orley, an American who was searching for “the world’s greatest carpets,” met Bahram Shabahang, a carpet dealer. The pair discovered they shared a passion for Persian rug art and became friends and business partners, forming the rug and carpet company in 1973.
At first, Orley Shabahang focused primarily on importing and restoring antique Persian carpets. However, the business partners soon identified a niche market for modern rug designs. By 2001, Orley Shabahang had shifted its focus to creating “Persian revival” carpets, spearheaded by Bahram Shabahang’s unique rug designs.
Orley Shabahang works directly with talented and skilled Iranian weavers who produce Bahram’s rug designs by hand. The process from start to finish uses only traditional methods. All-natural wool from Persian fat-tailed sheep is handspun and organically dyed using vegetable dyes, which are prized for their vibrant, rich colors and fade-resistant tones. The wool is washed in pure, running river water and dried in the sun for up to six weeks. Weavers then make the carpets using knotting techniques passed down through generations. Although the process is time-consuming, Orley Shabahang says it’s necessary to produce such luxurious rugs: “[Our] aim is to make not only the most beautiful carpets but to create them with exemplary quality.”
Orley Shabahang’s rugs have been featured in major publications, including Architectural Digest, Vogue and Town & Country. Its pieces have been shown at galleries and design fairs worldwide, including the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York City in 2018.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Orley Shabahang rugs and carpets, Asian art and furniture and folk art.
Hand-Knotted Tribal Revival Rug in Red and Blue Wool, 3' x 5'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Karabagh-inspired contemporary area rug in vibrant red and blue tones is part of the Orley Shabahang Tribal Revival collection and measures approximately 3’ x 5’. Like all Orley...
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Modern Rug, Brown & Cream Wool, Minimalist Architectural Design, 6' x 9'
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Modern rug, 6' x 9', hand-knotted in wool with a brown and cream palette and a clean geometric design. This rug features a minimalist, architectural pattern inspired by rainfall, st...
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Art Nouveau Carpet, Hand-Knotted, Gray, Pink, and Cream Wool, 8' x 10'
By Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Synergy, an exceptional hand-knotted carpet from the renowned Orley Shabahang Galaxy series. Crafted from 100% organic, handspun wool and dyed using natural vegetable pig...
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Hand Knotted Gray and Brown Wool Rug, 3' x 5', Minimalist Geometric Design
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This hand knotted gray and brown wool rug, sized 3' x 5', showcases an intricate array of geometric patterns that seamlessly blend modern design with traditional craftsmanship. The r...
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Contemporary Hand-Knotted Rug in Blue and Red Wool, 9' x 12'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary carpet, titled Magma, measures 8’10” x 12’6” and belongs to the Orley Shabahang Galaxy collection. It consists of a hand-knotted pile and an organically dyed color ...
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Blue & Cream Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug with Detailed Textured Patterns, 2' x 3'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This blue and cream wool area rug with detailed textured patterns, sized 2' x 3', offers a cool, refreshing palette that adds a serene, calming touch to any space. The rug’s design s...
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Hand-knotted Brown and Cream Checkered Architectural Wool Rug, 3' x 4'
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This hand knotted brown and cream checkered architectural wool rug, sized 3' x 4', combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design to create a timeless piece. The intricate che...
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Art Deco Blue and Cream Organic Wool Runner, Hand-Knotted, 3' x 12' Hand-Knotted
By Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of Droplet, a hand-knotted Orley Shabahang runner crafted from organic wool and dyed with natural vegetable pigments. Inspired by the rh...
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Modern Blue and Cream Wool Rug with Detailed Textured Patterns, 2' x 3'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This modern blue and cream wool rug with detailed textured patterns, sized 2' x 3', brings a striking blend of subtle color and expert craftsmanship to any space. The rug’s alternati...
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Hand-Knotted Brown and Cream Modern Architectural Area Rug, Wool, 5 x 7
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the "Rain" design from Orley Shabahang's Rain Collection, this exquisite carpet epitomizes the fusion of organic artistry and contemporary aesthetic. Crafted using the fin...
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$660
W 25.6 in L 46.46 in
Oriental Carpet, Wool Small Rug Cream Ziegler Style Inspired Living room Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
Luxury Afghan Ziegler Sultanabad Rug – Handmade Oriental Wool Carpet – Ivory Floral Area Rug – Hand-Knotted Traditional Living Room Rug Bring timeless elegance to your home with this...
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Vintage Persian Sarouk Hand Knotted Red Floral Wool Area Rug Carpet 9' x 12'
Located in Dayton, OH
Large vintage Persian Sarouk area rug / carpet featuring a floral motif with red field accented with blues and tans. Dimensions: 106" x 144"
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Antique Heriz Wool Rug, Hand-Knotted, Red Field, Blue Accents, 1920
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage Heriz wool rug with a red field and blue accents with an all-over medallion design. Measures: 9'2" x 11'6".
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$7,000
W 123 in L 176 in
Vintage Persian Sultanabad Style Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug – Navy & Terracotta
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your space with this vintage Sultanabad style rug. Hand-knotted from high-quality wool, it features a navy blue field with oversized palmettes and floral vines in earthy terr...
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Vintage Pakistani Balouch Hand Knotted Wool Blue Geometric Prayer Rug Area Mat
Located in Dayton, OH
A lovely hand knotted Pakistani Balouch wool prayer rug, circa 1980s. Features a blue and black geometric pattern.
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$429Sale Price|25% Off
W 41 in L 62 in
3'5"x5'2" Red Hand Knotted Afghan Khamyab Tribal Design Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Scarlet Red, Hand Knotted, Afghan Khamyab with Tribal Design, Vegetable Dyes, Soft and Shiny Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Tra...
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$1,224
W 97 in L 129 in
Vivid Orange Overdyed Old Persian Tabriz Barjasta Design 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...
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Hand-Knotted Kilim Rug, Wool, Geometric Design, Beige, 9'2\"x12'5\"
Located in Norwalk, CT
A hand-knotted Kilim rug with a geometric design on a beige field. Accents of brown and beige throughout the piece. This rug measures 9'.2 x 12'.5.
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$14,511
W 168 in L 213 in
Gray Karajeh and Geometric Design Hand Knotted Organic Wool Rug 14'0" x 17'9"
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...
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$1,446
W 51.97 in L 77.56 in
Vintage Rug Kurdish Turkish Hand-Knotted Tribal Carpet Blue, Violet, Red, Green
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Stunning tribal wool rug, hand-knotted in Turkey. Kurdish design rugs and carpets are mainly made of fine, hand-spun wool, This wonderful and stunning example comes from Eastern Tu...
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$3,802Sale Price|30% Off
W 103.55 in L 142.13 in
Fine French Vintage Cream Extra Large Rug Carpet Must See Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this extra large country house, vintage French rug with lovely decoration and rich colours I have a collection of 12 rugs I’m now listing for sa...
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Red Tibetan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Floral Design, 9' x 12', New
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Tibetan hand knotted wool rug with a red field. This Tibetan rug has accents of brown in a gorgeous all-over French Botanical Floral design. This rug measures 9' ...
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Persian Rug, Organic Vegetable Dyed Wool, Multicolor Geometric, 2′5″ × 2′6″
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This 2′5″ × 2′6″ hand-knotted Persian rug presents a lively mosaic of color and geometry. Woven in Iran from hand-spun, vegetable-dyed wool, its checkerboard composition shifts betwe...
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Hand-Knotted Abstract Wool Persian Rug in Blue, Purple, Red, and Yellow, 8 x 10
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This hand-knotted abstract wool Persian rug in blue, purple, red, and yellow, measuring 8' x 10', offers a mesmerizing fusion of color and movement. Inspired by the interplay of ligh...
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Handknotted Cream Wool and Silk Persian Carpet with Art Deco Design, 9' x 12'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This handknotted cream wool and silk Persian carpet with an Art Deco-inspired design, measuring 9' x 12', blends timeless craftsmanship with sophisticated texture and tone. Persian a...
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Abstract Persian Rug with Art Nouveau-Inspired Curves in Blue and Cream, 4' x 6'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Titled "Adrift", this abstract Persian rug with Art Nouveau-inspired curves in blue and cream, measuring 4' x 6', captures a serene interplay of form and color. Its fluid design, rem...
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Traditional Cream, Purple, Green, Blue, and Red Persian Rug, Wool, 3' x 5'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This traditional cream, purple, green, blue, and red Persian rug, handwoven in wool and measuring 3' x 5', is a celebration of vibrant colors and intricate design. The warm cream fie...
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Sold
W 71 in L 107 in
Bauhaus-Inspired Geometric Persian Carpet in Colorful Silk on Cream Wool 6' x 9'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Bauhaus-inspired geometric Persian carpet in colorful silk on cream wool, measuring 6' x 9', is a striking example of modern design meeting traditional craftsmanship. Intricate ...
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Art Nouveau Wool and Silk Persian Rug, Coral, Red, Purple, Brown, and Blue, 2x3
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Art Nouveau wool and silk Persian rug showcases a vibrant and sophisticated blend of coral, red, purple, brown, and blue hues. The design draws inspiration from the fluid, organ...
Wool, Silk
Cream, Tan, and Brown Wool Mid-Century Modern Labyrinth Persian Carpet, 3' x 5'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This cream, tan, and brown wool Labyrinth Persian carpet, sized 3' x 5', effortlessly merges Mid-Century Modern design with intricate geometric patterns. The labyrinthine composition...
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Art Deco-Inspired Gray, Black, and Cream Labyrinth Wool Persian Rug 3' x 5'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco-inspired gray, black, and cream Labyrinth wool Persian rug, sized 3' x 5', is a striking design from Orley Shabahang’s collection. The rug showcases bold geometric patt...
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Flatwoven Organic Modern Neutral Wool Persian Rug, Rice Paddies Design, 2' x 3'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This flatwoven organic modern neutral wool Persian rug, sized 2' x 3', draws inspiration from the terraced layers of rice paddies, creating a serene, rhythmic design that effortlessl...
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Art Nouveau-Inspired Blue, Cream, Brown, Pink, and Red Wool Persian Rug, 3' x 5'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Art Nouveau-inspired blue, cream, brown, pink, and red wool Persian rug, sized 3' x 5', features a beautiful fusion of intricate design and rich color. The abstract pattern flow...
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Organic Modern Wool Flatweave Rug in Undyed Neutral Earth Tones, 2' x 3'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This organic modern wool flatweave rug in neutral earth tones, sized 2' x 3', perfectly embodies the natural beauty of undyed wool and traditional craftsmanship. The subtle shades of...
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