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Persian Rugs For Sale
Ararat Rugs Mina Khani Rug, 19th Century Persian Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
Ararat Rugs Mina Khani Rug, 19th Century Persian Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed

Ararat Rugs Mina Khani Rug, 19th Century Persian Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed

By Ararat Rugs

Located in Tokyo, JP

The source of the rug comes from the book Antique Rugs of Kurdistan A Historical Legacy of Woven Art, James D. Burns, 2002 nr.4. This was an exclusive example of a Mina Khani lattice...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

The Azure Citadel: A Vintage Pakistani Bijar of Modern Regal Elegance
The Azure Citadel: A Vintage Pakistani Bijar of Modern Regal Elegance

The Azure Citadel: A Vintage Pakistani Bijar of Modern Regal Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

79431 Vintage Pakistani Bijar Rug, 09'03 x 11'11. This hand knotted wool vintage Pakistani Bijar rug commands attention with a presence that feels architectural and ceremonial. Inspi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

7'8"x10'1" Brown Overdyed Persian Design Hunting Scene All Wool Hand Knotted Rug
7'8"x10'1" Brown Overdyed Persian Design Hunting Scene All Wool Hand Knotted Rug

7'8"x10'1" Brown Overdyed Persian Design Hunting Scene All Wool Hand Knotted Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Mocha Brown, Overdyed Persian Design with Hunting Scene, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Distressed, Zero Pile, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Styl...

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2010s Afghan Medieval Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Chinese Rug
20th Century Chinese Rug

20th Century Chinese Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A sweet late 20th century Chinese rug with myriad potted flowers including chrysanthemum, peonies, and prunus blossoms all woven in pale pinks, y...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1900s Olive Green Ground Floral Antique European Needlepoint Handmade Wool Rug
1900s Olive Green Ground Floral Antique European Needlepoint Handmade Wool Rug

1900s Olive Green Ground Floral Antique European Needlepoint Handmade Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

This elegant Antique English Needlepoint rug, dating to circa 1900, is a classic example of turn-of-the-century craftsmanship. Measuring approximately 3' x 6', it features a sophisti...

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Early 1900s English Other Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Vintage Silk Kashmir Runner
Beautiful Vintage Silk Kashmir Runner

Beautiful Vintage Silk Kashmir Runner

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Late 20th century silk and cotton Kashmir runner with beautiful floral design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with silk and cotton velvet on cot...

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Late 20th Century Pakistani Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

19th Century Lavar Rug
19th Century Lavar Rug

19th Century Lavar Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A late 19th century Persian Lavar rug with one large central medallion amidst a field of flowers surrounded by multiple floral borders. Keywords: Rug...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Gabbeh Persian Tribal Rug, Beige with Geometric Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Antique Gabbeh Persian Tribal Rug, Beige with Geometric Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Antique Gabbeh Persian Tribal Rug, Beige with Geometric Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This antique 4x7 Persian Gabbeh rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of iconic tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1910-1920. On the Design: Rooted in the...

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1910s Turkish Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Oval Rugs
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Oval Rugs

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Oval Rugs

Located in Chicago, IL

A pair of early 20th century Chinese Art Deco oval rugs, each with a flowering cherry blossom tree growing from within a scholar's rock in each corne...

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1930s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Large, Fine Orient Rug, Carpet, Hand Knotted
Antique Large, Fine Orient Rug, Carpet, Hand Knotted

Antique Large, Fine Orient Rug, Carpet, Hand Knotted

Located in Berlin, DE

High quality, large antique orient rug. Carpet. Hand knotted. Strong natural colors. Beautiful pattern. The carpet is in an age-related condition. Partly traces of wear. The ...

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20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Saveh Kilim Runner
Early 20th Century Saveh Kilim Runner

Early 20th Century Saveh Kilim Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Saveh runner with multicolored diamond pattern, surrounded by multiple contrasting borders.

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1930s Asian Kilim Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Wonderful Early 20th Century Central Asian Khotan Rug
Wonderful Early 20th Century Central Asian Khotan Rug

Wonderful Early 20th Century Central Asian Khotan Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful early 20th century central Asian Khotan rug with a fantastic trellis pomegranate pattern with gold, brown, and pale indigo vegetable dyed wool on a burnt orange backgroun...

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1930s East Turkestani Khotan Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Outstanding Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Outstanding Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug

Outstanding Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An outstanding early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a large pagoda in the center amidst a field of potted auspicious flowers woven in cream, brown, light and dark indigo, aga...

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1970's Indian Heriz Carpet with Modern Style
1970's Indian Heriz Carpet with Modern Style

1970's Indian Heriz Carpet with Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

78348 Vintage Indian Heriz Rug 03'01 x 05'00. Warm and inviting with a classic style, this hand-knotted wool vintage Indian Heriz rug charms with ease...

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Late 20th Century Indian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Ararat Rugs Kerman Vase Technique Arabesque Carpet Kirman Rug Natural Dyed
Ararat Rugs Kerman Vase Technique Arabesque Carpet Kirman Rug Natural Dyed

Ararat Rugs Kerman Vase Technique Arabesque Carpet Kirman Rug Natural Dyed

By Ararat Rugs

Located in Tokyo, JP

Kerman Vase Carpet – Arabesque Design Inspired by a 17th Century Safavid Masterpiece Origin and Inspiration This carpet is inspired by a rare and important group of Safavid textile...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

1890s Antique Red Ground Overscale Botanical Handknotted Wool Sultanabad Rug
1890s Antique Red Ground Overscale Botanical Handknotted Wool Sultanabad Rug

1890s Antique Red Ground Overscale Botanical Handknotted Wool Sultanabad Rug

Located in New York, NY

A monumental palace-sized Antique Sultanabad carpet, circa 1890. Measuring an expansive 15' x 16' 2", this rare nearly-square masterpiece represents the peak of late 19th-century we...

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1890s West Asian Sultanabad Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique 20th Century Ersari Turkmen Rug  Authentic Tribal Gull Design
Antique 20th Century Ersari Turkmen Rug  Authentic Tribal Gull Design

Antique 20th Century Ersari Turkmen Rug Authentic Tribal Gull Design

Located in Norwalk, CT

This authentic antique Turkmen Ersari rug showcases the classic "elephant foot" or Gull design, rendered in a sophisticated, muted palette of sepia, chocolate, and sand. Hand-knotted...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Islamic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1940's Distressed Turkish Sivas Carpet with Traditional Style
1940's Distressed Turkish Sivas Carpet with Traditional Style

1940's Distressed Turkish Sivas Carpet with Traditional Style

Located in Dallas, TX

50869 Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug, 07'03 x 11'03. Steeped in history and woven with masterful artistry, this hand-knotted wool distressed vintage Turkish Sivas rug is a visi...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Superior Luxury Heriz Persian Rug 8x10 in Silk by Djoharian Design
Superior Luxury Heriz Persian Rug 8x10 in Silk by Djoharian Design

Superior Luxury Heriz Persian Rug 8x10 in Silk by Djoharian Design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

"Once Upon a Time I Was a Heriz" – Modernized Persian Heritage Rug (8 x 10 ft) The Rebirth of a Legend Part of the exclusive Djoharian Design Collection, this hand-knotted masterpi...

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2010s Nepalese Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Handmade Vintage Persian Kerman Rug 9.8' x 13' 1930s - 1D175
Handmade Vintage Persian Kerman Rug 9.8' x 13' 1930s - 1D175

Handmade Vintage Persian Kerman Rug 9.8' x 13' 1930s - 1D175

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This magnificent Persian Kerman rug, hand-knotted in the 1930s, embodies timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring soft beige tones and classic motifs, it is a true ...

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1930s Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Carpet with Cypress Trees, in Large Size, Green and Ivory
Antique Turkish Oushak Carpet with Cypress Trees, in Large Size, Green and Ivory

Antique Turkish Oushak Carpet with Cypress Trees, in Large Size, Green and Ivory

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional antique Turkish Oushak carpet, circa 1900, size 19'9" x 13'2". This gorgeous palace sized rug is characterized by a green primary field with various abstracted tree an...

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Early 1900s Turkish Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1940s Small Red Rust Field Formal Medallion Vintage Handknotted Qum Silk Rug
1940s Small Red Rust Field Formal Medallion Vintage Handknotted Qum Silk Rug

1940s Small Red Rust Field Formal Medallion Vintage Handknotted Qum Silk Rug

Located in New York, NY

A one-of-a-kind vintage Qum silk rug, The composition centers on a medallion design over a beige ground, executed in the high-knot-count silk vocabulary characteristic of Qum produc...

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1940s West Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Large Room Size Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Large Room Size Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Large Room Size Rug

Located in New York, NY

Large room size Persian 1930s Heriz Carpet Details rug no. j2672 size 11' 2" x 14' 10" (340 x 452 cm) rug type Serapi/Heriz With distinctive large scale ...

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20th Century Tudor Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hamadan Rug
Antique Hamadan Rug

Antique Hamadan Rug

Located in St. Albans, GB

A beautiful antique Hamadan rug, hand woven circa 1920 with a floral design on a pinky red field and indigo border. Wonderful secondary colours of ...

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1920s Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Samarkand Wool Rug Handmade with Medallion Pattern In Orange
Antique Samarkand Wool Rug Handmade with Medallion Pattern In Orange

Antique Samarkand Wool Rug Handmade with Medallion Pattern In Orange

Located in Norwalk, CT

Stunning antique Samarkand hand-knotted wool rug featuring an orange field. This rug showcases yellow and gray accents in a beautiful all-over medallion floral design. This rug meas...

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19th Century Azerbaijani Khotan Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Persian Style Wool Rug Soft Pinks and Browns
Vintage Persian Style Wool Rug Soft Pinks and Browns

Vintage Persian Style Wool Rug Soft Pinks and Browns

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Lovely vintage rug, colors are faded pinks, creams, browns, with tassel ends. Tassels are worn and some longer than others. Subtle markings shown in the photos, area of the rug where...

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Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

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Wool

1980s Beige Traditional Vintage Medallion Dragon Chinese Knotted Silk Carpet Rug
1980s Beige Traditional Vintage Medallion Dragon Chinese Knotted Silk Carpet Rug

1980s Beige Traditional Vintage Medallion Dragon Chinese Knotted Silk Carpet Rug

Located in New York, NY

"This is a vintage Chinese Silk rug from circa 1980, featuring an elegant beige field. Measuring 9' x 12', the rug offers a luxurious, shimmering finish and a timeless, neutral aesth...

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1980s Chinese Qing Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Room Size Worn Antique Tabriz Rug
Zabihi Collection Room Size Worn Antique Tabriz Rug

Zabihi Collection Room Size Worn Antique Tabriz Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century Room size Persian Tabriz worn rug with a small light blue central medallion on a herati design wheat ground. Measures: 9'6'' x 13'6''.

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Early 20th Century Tudor Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Oushak Rug with Bold Medallion and Soft Earth Tones
Antique Oushak Rug with Bold Medallion and Soft Earth Tones

Antique Oushak Rug with Bold Medallion and Soft Earth Tones

Located in New York, NY

This classic antique Oushak rug features a commanding central medallion set within a rich chocolate-brown field, a less common and highly desirable ground color for the type. The med...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Persian Rugs

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Wool

1920s Soft Yellow Antique Floral Minimalist Knotted Wool Chinese Peking Rug
1920s Soft Yellow Antique Floral Minimalist Knotted Wool Chinese Peking Rug

1920s Soft Yellow Antique Floral Minimalist Knotted Wool Chinese Peking Rug

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent palace-sized Antique Chinese Peking carpet, circa 1920. Measuring a commanding 12' x 17' 4", this piece features a radiant soft yellow field that brings a warm, expansi...

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1920s Chinese Minimalist Vintage Persian Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Heriz Persian Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Heriz Persian Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Heriz Persian Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from an antique washed Persian Heriz rug. 11'' x 19''

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Early 20th Century Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Deep Burgundy Crimson Modern Overdyed Wool Rug 9 x 11
Deep Burgundy Crimson Modern Overdyed Wool Rug 9 x 11

Deep Burgundy Crimson Modern Overdyed Wool Rug 9 x 11

Located in Norwalk, CT

This stunning modern area rug features a rich, multi-tonal deep burgundy and crimson palette. Through a specialized overdying process, the rug achieves a sophisticated, tonal depth t...

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2010s Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

7 x 10 Antique Indian Agra Rug with All-Over Boteh Design In Brown
7 x 10 Antique Indian Agra Rug with All-Over Boteh Design In Brown

7 x 10 Antique Indian Agra Rug with All-Over Boteh Design In Brown

Located in Norwalk, CT

This exquisite Antique Agra Rug is a masterclass in understated elegance, featuring a rare and rhythmic all-over Boteh (paisley) motif. Hand-knotted with high-quality wool, this piec...

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Early 1900s Indian Agra Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Modern Industrial Meets Luxe Utilitarian Style
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Modern Industrial Meets Luxe Utilitarian Style

Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Modern Industrial Meets Luxe Utilitarian Style

Located in Dallas, TX

60611 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'08 x 12'08. ​Step into a realm where Modern Industrial flirts effortlessly with luxe utilitarian charm, embodied in the threads of this hand-k...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Persian Mazlagan Antique Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Persian Mazlagan Antique Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Persian Mazlagan Antique Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

A large decorative pillow made from a a persian mazlagan malayer antique rug 16'' x 16''

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Mid-20th Century Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Handmade Vintage Persian Tabriz Silk Rug 2.2' x 2.8', 1905s - 1N43
Handmade Vintage Persian Tabriz Silk Rug 2.2' x 2.8', 1905s - 1N43

Handmade Vintage Persian Tabriz Silk Rug 2.2' x 2.8', 1905s - 1N43

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade vintage Persian Tabriz rug from the 1950s is a luxurious piece of traditional Middle Eastern craftsmanship. Measuring 2.2 feet (68 cm) in width and 2.8 feet (86 cm) in ...

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1950s Vintage Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Silk and Wool Sino Persian Floral Medallion Palace Area Rug 16'
Vintage Silk and Wool Sino Persian Floral Medallion Palace Area Rug 16'

Vintage Silk and Wool Sino Persian Floral Medallion Palace Area Rug 16'

Located in Dayton, OH

Beautiful large 12' x 15.5' Sino-Persian floral medallion area rug. Features a field of black with tan boarders and florals with reds, burgundy / maroon, green / olive, pinks and tan...

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Late 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Handmade Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug 2.3' x 4.3' 1920s - 2B62
Handmade Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug 2.3' x 4.3' 1920s - 2B62

Handmade Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug 2.3' x 4.3' 1920s - 2B62

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This stunning handmade antique Art Deco Chinese rug from the 1920s showcases timeless craftsmanship and elegance. Woven from wool, it features patterns and textures characteristic of...

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1920s Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Worn Tribal Shiraz Rug
Zabihi Collection Worn Tribal Shiraz Rug

Zabihi Collection Worn Tribal Shiraz Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th Century Tribal Shiraz Distressed Rug Details rug no. j3171 size 6' 9" x 10' 6" (206 x 320 cm)

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Late 19th Century Tribal Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’0” x 6’6”
Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’0” x 6’6”

Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’0” x 6’6”

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Qashqai Rug 4’0” x 6’6”. The best SW Persian, Fars Province nomadic rugs, mostly in scatter formats. Geometric Gabbehs, lion rugs, adapted Persian curvilinear styles....

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Late 19th Century Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Modern Persian Gabbeh Animal Ram Rug
Zabihi Collection Modern Persian Gabbeh Animal Ram Rug

Zabihi Collection Modern Persian Gabbeh Animal Ram Rug

Located in New York, NY

A 21st Century Persian Gabbeh rug with a 5 adult sheep rams on a neutral colored ground size 3' 5" x 5' 10"

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1850s Red Antique Large Cypress Tree Tribal Afshar Knotted Wool Gallery Rug
1850s Red Antique Large Cypress Tree Tribal Afshar Knotted Wool Gallery Rug

1850s Red Antique Large Cypress Tree Tribal Afshar Knotted Wool Gallery Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Afshar Rug, Size: 9' 3'' X 24' 9'' Antique Oversized Afshar Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional piece represents the finest weaving traditions of plateau dur...

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1850s West Asian Tribal Antique Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian/Kurdish Taymeh rug, hand-knotted in natural dyed wool, West Asia
Antique Persian/Kurdish Taymeh rug, hand-knotted in natural dyed wool, West Asia

Antique Persian/Kurdish Taymeh rug, hand-knotted in natural dyed wool, West Asia

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a gorgeous antique hand-woven Taymeh rug. Often called the "Iron Rugs of Persia" due to their remarkable strength, achieved through a unique, tightly co...

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1920s West Asian Tribal Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Heriz Rug, 9'11" × 13'0"
Early 20th Century Heriz Rug, 9'11" × 13'0"

Early 20th Century Heriz Rug, 9'11" × 13'0"

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 9'11" × 13'0" Origin: Persia Period: Early 20th Century Condition: Evenly worn throughout, uneven l...

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Early 20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1950s Sarouk Mat
1950s Sarouk Mat

1950s Sarouk Mat

Located in New York, NY

1950s Sarouk rug featuring a warm rose field framed by a deep navy floral border with ivory and soft blue accents. Elegant scrolling vines and a balanced ...

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Mid-20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

12'x15'4" Gray Erased Persian Inspired Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Rug
12'x15'4" Gray Erased Persian Inspired Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Rug

12'x15'4" Gray Erased Persian Inspired Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Pink Gray, Broken and Erased Persian Inspired Design, Wool and Silk with Touch of Pink, Hand Knotted, Oversize Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.2...

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2010s Indian Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Silk Heriz Design Rug 20 x 16 ft , Contemporary Japandi Silk by Djoharian Design
Silk Heriz Design Rug 20 x 16 ft , Contemporary Japandi Silk by Djoharian Design

Silk Heriz Design Rug 20 x 16 ft , Contemporary Japandi Silk by Djoharian Design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Silk Heriz Design Rug 20 x 16 ft , Contemporary Carpet in Japandi Style by Djoharian Design A beautiful contemporary modernized Persian design hand knotted rug using finest wool and...

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2010s Nepalese Modern Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug
Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug

Zabihi Collection Signed Persian Gabbeh Rug

Located in New York, NY

a 21st century Persian Gabbeh depicting a pigeon Details rug no. j3633 size 1' 10" x 5' 2" (56 x 157 cm)

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21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1890s Antique Gold Open Field Medallion Knotted Wool Indian Agra Decorative Rug
1890s Antique Gold Open Field Medallion Knotted Wool Indian Agra Decorative Rug

1890s Antique Gold Open Field Medallion Knotted Wool Indian Agra Decorative Rug

Located in New York, NY

This handcrafted Agra rug reflects the refined, historically rich weaving traditions of North India. It features a sophisticated, botanical design with scrolling vines and a muted co...

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1890s Indian Agra Antique Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Djoharian Collection Exclusive Pure Silk Hereke Original Turkish Rug Signed 5x3
Djoharian Collection Exclusive Pure Silk Hereke Original Turkish Rug Signed 5x3

Djoharian Collection Exclusive Pure Silk Hereke Original Turkish Rug Signed 5x3

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Masterpiece of Ottoman Tradition – Rare Pure Silk Hereke Rug The Jewel of Turkish Silk Weaving Experience the pinnacle of textile art with this exceptionally fine Hereke silk rug. ...

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20th Century Turkish Islamic Persian Rugs

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Silk

2'6"x7'9" Pink, Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Runner Rug
2'6"x7'9" Pink, Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Runner Rug

2'6"x7'9" Pink, Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Runner Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hot Pink, Broken Persian Design Tone on Tone, Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted, Runner Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in...

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2010s Indian Medieval Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug - 19th Century Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug - 19th Century Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed

Ararat Rugs Bidjar Rug - 19th Century Design Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed

By Ararat Rugs

Located in Tokyo, JP

This is a Bidjar rug designed in the 19th century from the Bidjar region, also known as Bijar, which is a region in northwestern Iran known for producing some of the finest and most ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

The Timeless Garden: A Vintage Chinese Tabriz Masterpiece of Imperial Elegance
The Timeless Garden: A Vintage Chinese Tabriz Masterpiece of Imperial Elegance

The Timeless Garden: A Vintage Chinese Tabriz Masterpiece of Imperial Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

79511 Sage-Gray Vintage Chinese Tabriz Rug, 08'01 x 08'01. This hand knotted wool and silk vintage Chinese Tabriz rug embodies a rare convergence of imperial refinement and poetic sy...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

9 x 12 Designed Persian Overdyed Wool Rug In Light purple
9 x 12 Designed Persian Overdyed Wool Rug In Light purple

9 x 12 Designed Persian Overdyed Wool Rug In Light purple

Located in Norwalk, CT

This transitional overdyed Persian wool rug showcases a beautiful light purple color field with delightful floral accents in black, red, green, and orange. This rug measures 8'10" x...

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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Khamseh Rug 4.3' x 6.6', 1920s, 1C1085
Handmade Antique Persian Khamseh Rug 4.3' x 6.6', 1920s, 1C1085

Handmade Antique Persian Khamseh Rug 4.3' x 6.6', 1920s, 1C1085

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Step into the world of timeless beauty with our Handmade Antique Persian Khamseh Rug from the 1920s. Measuring 4.3' x 6.6' (132cm x 203cm), this rug carries with it a rich history an...

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1920s French Vintage Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

The Sultan's Garden: A Modern Sultanabad Masterpiece of Biophilic Elegance
The Sultan's Garden: A Modern Sultanabad Masterpiece of Biophilic Elegance

The Sultan's Garden: A Modern Sultanabad Masterpiece of Biophilic Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

81177 New Modern Pakistani Sultanabad Rug, 10'01 x 14'01. This hand-knotted wool modern Sultanabad rug is a study in restrained grandeur, where heritage scale meets contemporary calm...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Persian Rugs

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Wool

Ararat Rugs Gerous Arabesque Rug, 19th Century Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
Ararat Rugs Gerous Arabesque Rug, 19th Century Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed

Ararat Rugs Gerous Arabesque Rug, 19th Century Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed

By Ararat Rugs

Located in Tokyo, JP

The source of the rug comes from the book Islamic Carpets, Joseph V. McMullan, Near Eastern Art Research Center Inc., New York 1965 nr.22. This is a system of arabesque-designed 19th-century rugs from Gerous ( Garrus or Garus ) region, Eastern Kurdistan area. This rug is a splendid echo of the Arabesque and Vase Carpets...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Persian Rugs

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Incredible Vintage Egyptian Silk Tabriz-Style Rug
Incredible Vintage Egyptian Silk Tabriz-Style Rug

Incredible Vintage Egyptian Silk Tabriz-Style Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An incredible vintage Egyptian Tabriz patterned woven in100% silk with a beautiful central multi-lobed floral medallion woven in pink gold, indigo, crimson, and natural colored silk....

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Early 1900s Egyptian Tabriz Antique Persian Rugs

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Silk

Antique and Vintage Persian Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs: Persian Tribal Rugs, Handmade Silk Persian Rugs and More

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.

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