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Mid 19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet ( 3
10" x 9
4" - 117 x 285 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1850 (mid-19th century). Persian informal rug
Category
Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 19th Century NW. Persian Carpet with Inscription Dated 1808 8
4" x 10
4"
Located in New York, NY
Early 19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet with Inscription Dated 1808
Size: 8' 4" x 10' 4"
Category
Early 1800s Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century N.W. Persian Carpet ( 10
3" x 14
- 312 x 427 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven circa 1910 (early 20th century). Persian informal rug
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century N.W. Persian Carpet ( 4
10" x 11 147 x 335 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1910 (early 20th century). Gallery rug size: 4'10
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet with Paisley Pattern ( 3
x 13
x 91 x 396 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet with Paisley Pattern ( 3' x 13' x 91 x 396 )
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet Dated 1814 ( 5
6" x 11
2" - 168 x 340 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven circa 1810 (early 19th century). Persian informal rug
Category
Early 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Ivory Sultanabad Persian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A connoisseur caliber early 20th century room size Persian Sultanabad carpet with red and orange
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Agra Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Kermanshah/Laver Persian Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Discover the allure of the Kermanshah or Laver Kerman rug, a Southeast Persian treasure that
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$4,960 Sale Price
22% Off
Antique Sultanabad Mahal Persian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A connoisseur caliber late 19th century Persian Sultanabad carpet.
Measures: 10'5'' x 13'10
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Agra Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Carpet
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Kurdish carpet with geometric floral pattern surrounded by multiple floral
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Jajim Kilim Persian Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Cicim or Jijim or Jajim: Kilims woven in narrow strips that are sewn together.
Most Anatolian Kilims are slit woven. Larger antique Kilims were woven in two to three separate sectio...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kilim Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$960 Sale Price
56% Off
Antique Fine Tabriz Persian Carpet in Ivory Background in Florals
Bird Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large antique fine Tabriz Persian carpet in ivory background with flowers and bird design. Keivan
Category
19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$31,200 Sale Price
35% Off
Antique Mahal Persian Carpet with All-Over Herati Design in Ivory, Gray
Brown
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Mahal Persian Carpet with All-Over Herati Design in Ivory, Gray & Brown. Keivan Woven Arts
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique KirmanShah/Laver Kirman Persian carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning and gorgeous antique Kermanshah/Laver Kirman carpet, originating from Iran in the late
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Oversize Antique Sultanabad Mahal Persian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
high decorative Persian Mahal Sultanabad Oversize Rug from the early 20th century
Measures: 10'8
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Agra Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Tabriz Persian Carpet by Haji Jalili. 16 ft x 25 ft 4 in
By Haji Khalili
Located in New York, NY
Finely woven antique oversized Tabriz Persian carpet by Haji Jalili, Country of Origin / Rug Type
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Phenomenal Large Scale Antique Sultanabad Mahal Persian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A connoisseur caliber late 19th century Persian Sultanabad carpet.
Measures: 12'2'' x 15'7
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Mashad Persian Carpet, Fine weave, Softs Blues, Beige, Soft Taupe
Located in Port Washington, NY
most sophisticated of workshops. This carpet is a fine and rare example of what this city has to offer
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique North West Persian Carpet, Handmade Rust Red, Navy, Wool, Allover Design
Located in Port Washington, NY
States. Most Bijar carpets are woven by Kurds in the Gerus area. Sultanabad on the other hand are in the
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet ( 4
3" x 13
- 130 x 396 )
Located in New York, NY
Stacked medallion design with flowers and boteh. Brown background with ivory, red, and brown borders. Hand knotted wool construction.
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet ( 3
2" x 12
8" - 97 x 386 )
Located in New York, NY
All-over design with rows of boteh and small birds on a brown ground. Interesting main border with linked design elements atop an alternating color background. Hand knotted wool con...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Manchester Wool Persian Kashan Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
North Central Iran. There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$7,439 Sale Price
38% Off
Early 20th Century Indo-Persian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Garden design. Influenced by 17th century garden carpets.
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Persian Carpets
Antique Tabriz Persian Carpet. Size: 11 ft 2 in x 18 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
in x 18 ft 6 in (3.4 m x 5.64 m)
This spectacular Tabriz carpet was created in the early part of
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Haji Jalili Antique Tabriz Persian Carpet. 10 ft x 13 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Haji Jalili Persian Tabriz Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: Late 19th Century
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Manchester Kashan Carpet, 8
11" x 12
6".
Located in Evanston, IL
production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th century. The Persian carpet
Category
1920s Persian Kashan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug, Gray, Blue, Green Soft Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
19th century Sultanabad Persian carpets are highly sought after by collectors and interior
Category
19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Dabbir Kashan Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th century. Many authors attribute Persian Rugs and
Category
1920s Persian Kashan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug Gray, Light Blue, Green Soft Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
19th century Sultanabad Persian carpets are highly sought after by collectors and interior
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Khorassan Carpet. Size: 12 ft x 17 ft 6 in
By Khorassan
Located in New York, NY
Antique Khorassan Persian Carpet, Persia, circa 1900 - Size: 12 ft x 17 ft 6 in (3.66 m x 5.33 m).
Category
19th Century Persian Khorassan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug Carpet
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Tabriz rug carpet, measures: 11'8 x 15'7. Antique Persian Tabriz rug carpet. The
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Carpet, Lightly Distressed, All-Over Field
Located in New York, NY
This rather distressed west Persian carpet shows an all-over Herati pattern with straw ivory
Category
1910s Persian Malayer Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Kerman carpet, 12 x 18'10"
This master crafted Persian Laver Kerman carpet exemplifies
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mashad Carpet, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Mashad Carpet, 19th Century
Mashad is situated in the far northeast of Persia and
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Kerman Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug Wool Carpet, Navy, Gold, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Kerman Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug, Wool Carpet, Pink Red, Green, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Circa 1900 Persian Tabriz Rug Carpet 10
4 x 16
8
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug Carpet 10'4 x 16'8. Tabriz means many things to rug enthusiasts
Category
19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Kerman Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug Wool Carpet, Blue, Beige and Peach
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19rth Century N.W. Persian Runner Carpet ( 3
3" x 10
3" - 99 x 312 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1900. Runner size: 3'3" x 10'3". Central medallion
Category
1890s Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Kerman Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug Wool Carpet Lt Blue, Beige and Coral
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Manchester Kashan, Signed
Located in Evanston, IL
North Central Iran. There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$7,400 Sale Price
24% Off
19th Century W Persian Kurdish Sanjabi Carpet ( 5
x 6
6" - 153 x 198 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century W Persian Kurdish Sanjabi Carpet ( 5' x 6'6" - 153 x 198 )
Handmade antique NW Persian
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century N.W. Persian Galley Carpet ( 6
6" x 17
6" - 198 x 533 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven circa 1860 (mid-19th century). Persian informal rug, size
Category
Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Kerman Carpet, Fine Persian Oriental Rug Light Blue, Ivory, Gold, Green
Located in Port Washington, NY
In the era of the 1920s, Persian carpets represented not only exquisite craftsmanship but also the
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Grand Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Mansion Carpet, Traditional Palette
Located in New York, NY
of pointed oval palmettes with connecting fat arabesque strap work. Magnificent west Persian carpet
Category
1890s Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique NW Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1860. Runner size: 3'4" x 14'3". Navy background
Category
Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$10,600
Classic Rust Background Light Blue Color Border Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Sultanabad Persian Carpet ( 9'6" x 12'5" - 290 x 378 )
Category
1880s Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Manchester Kashan Rug, Tree Of Life
Located in Evanston, IL
North Central Iran. There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Oriental Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug, Ivory, Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Laver Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century N.W. Persian Runner Carpet ( 3
x 14
6" - 90 x 442 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven circa 1870 (late 19th century). Persian informal rug
Category
1860s Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
and more large-scale spaciously placed antique carpet designs than other rugs from this area. Persian
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$27,200 Sale Price
31% Off
Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Carpet, Traditional, Soft, Gold, Ivory, Blue, Green
Located in Port Washington, NY
This exquisite late 19th-century Lavar Kerman Persian carpet, crafted circa 1880, showcases the
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique NW Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Handwoven antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1920. Runner size: 3'5" x 12'7". Ivory background
Category
Early 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$5,600
Antique NW Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Handwoven antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1800. Gallery size: 8'0" x 16'8". All-over linear
Category
Early 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$81,000
Mid 19th Century NW Persian Galley Carpet ( 7
8" x 22
10" - 234 x 696 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th Century NW Persian Galley Carpet ( 7'8" x 22'10" - 234 x 696 )
Handmade antique NW Persian
Category
Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid 19th Century N.W. Persian Gallery Carpet ( 5
7" x 18
6" - 170 x 564 )
Located in New York, NY
Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1860, (mid-19th century). Persian informal rug
Category
Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique NW Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
Handwoven antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1880. Gallery size: 4'3" x 9'0". All-over multi
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$6,800
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Antique Persian Carpets For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of antique Persian carpets is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, all antique Persian carpets available were constructed with great care. Antique Persian carpets have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Modern, Victorian and Industrial antique Persian carpets are consistently popular styles. Many antique Persian carpets are appealing in their simplicity, but Mehraban Rugs, Ben Soleimani and Hadji Jalili produced popular antique Persian carpets that are worth a look.
How Much are Antique Persian Carpets?
Prices for antique Persian carpets start at $11 and top out at $3,200,000 with the average selling for $10,471.
Finding the Right Persian-rugs for You
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.
Questions About Antique Persian Carpets
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to tell if a Persian carpet is real. A real Persian rug will always have a soft backing with hand-knots instead of machine-made knots. The fringe will also appear to be an extension of the rug, not an addition to the rug. Lastly, Persian rugs are always made with natural materials, not synthetic fibers. Browse a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are antique carpet balls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few red flags you should look for in determining if you have an antique Persian rug. Firstly, check the fringe. Fringes on a Persian rug form from the end of warp yarns, and won’t be sewn on the back. Also check the colors. They should be crisp, with no bleeding of the dyes. Shop a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021The most expensive antique Persian rug ever sold in auction (so far) is $34,000,000. But the vast majority will cost under $100,000.
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