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Northwest Persian Rug with Repeating Lattice Pattern in Coral and Navy 4
9 x 9
0
Located in Atlanta, GA
rug, handwoven wool rug, vintage Persian carpet, geometric Persian rug, collectible antique rug
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Runner with Bold Geometric Medallions and Tribal Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
runner, tribal Persian carpet, wool Heriz runner, vintage Persian runner rug, geometric antique rug
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Medallion in Soft Rose, Sky Blue, and Rust Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
, vintage Tabriz carpet, rust red Tabriz area rug, Persian medallion rug for sale, collectible antique
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection late 19th Century Sultanabad Rug
By Ziegler
Co.
Located in New York, NY
A phenomenal Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet
8' x 9'10''
In the late 1800s, in Sultanabad, a
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Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century Persian Farahan Sarouk Area Rug in Floral Pattern in Ivory, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
Persian Rugs, Vintage Persian Carpets, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Sustainability
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Heriz/Serapi Carpet, Light Blue c-1910
s
Located in Evanston, IL
workshops and family settings, Serapi rugs are a remarkable fusion of formal Persian carpets and rustic
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
durability and heirloom quality, antique Heriz rugs are among the most sought-after Persian carpets, favored
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$10,500
Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
durability and heirloom quality, antique Heriz rugs are among the most sought-after Persian carpets, favored
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$12,500
Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
durability and heirloom quality, antique Heriz rugs are among the most sought-after Persian carpets, favored
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Early 20th Century Asian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$19,000
Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mohtasham Kashan rug 4'4'' x 6'7''. From the 1880s period of the Great Persian Carpet
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1880s Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$7,840 Sale Price
49% Off
Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Gainesville, VA
durability and heirloom quality, antique Heriz rugs are among the most sought-after Persian carpets, favored
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$24,000
Vintage Hand Knotted Persian Area Rug in Floral Pattern in Red, Pink, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
1248
Persian Malayer Rug, Antique Persian Rug, Antique Persian Malayer Carpets, Antique Malayer
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique 1890s Persian Amoghli Rug with Vibrant Colors, Wool, 5
x 8
Located in New York, NY
This antique Persian carpet replete with vibrant colors was created by the master weaver and artist
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19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Lilian Runner in Allover Floral Design in Abrash Navy Blue, Pink
Located in Barrington, IL
Carpets, Vintage Sarouks, Sarouk Farahan Rugs, Antique Farahan Rugs, Antique Persian Rugs, Vintage Persian
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Senneh “Hashtrang” Area Rug in Allover Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
Senneh Rugs, Vintage Senneh Carpet, Handwoven Persian Senneh, Antique Kurdish Rugs, Antique Kurdish
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Allover With Herati Design in Terracotta
Located in Atlanta, GA
Malayer rug, paisley motif Persian carpet, Malayer rug with herati design, hand-knotted Persian wool rug
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Serapi Rug 11
6
x 15
0
Located in New York, NY
Antique Serapi Rug 11'6'' x 15'0''. This superior “Serapi” grade rustic NW Persian Carpet show a
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$52,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Mashhad Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
nod to the rich history and cultural significance of Persian carpet weaving. Originating from antique
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Late 19th Century Persian Kashan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century Persian Ziegler Mahal Sultanabad in All-Over Pattern in Navy, Ivory
Located in Barrington, IL
, Antique Persian Mahal, Antique Persian Sultanabad, Antique Persian Rugs, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Timeless Elegance Meets Masculine Sophistication
Located in Dallas, TX
Persian carpet will transport you to a world of dazzling beauty, where timeless elegance meets masculine
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Oversize Animal Pictorial Tabriz Rug 13
3 x 20
5
Located in New York, NY
Persian carpet design goes back to the 16th century and is one of the main inspirations in the revival of
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$39,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Persian Malayer Area Rug in an Allover Pattern in Navy, Red, Pink, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
Persian Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Vintage Persian Carpets
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Handwoven Persian Tabriz Area Rug in All Over Pattern in Navy, Green
Located in Barrington, IL
Persian Tabriz Rugs, Vintage Tabriz Carpet, Handwoven Persian Tabriz, Vintage Persian Tabriz, Allover
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Mahal Rug with Allover Botanical Pattern in Coral Field4
6 x 9
3
Located in Atlanta, GA
traditional and transitional interiors.
antique Persian Mahal rug, handwoven wool rug, vintage Persian carpet
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Khorassan Rug Refined Botanical Motifs in Soft Rose, Ivory, Tan
Located in Atlanta, GA
.
antique Khorassan rug, Persian Khorassan carpet, soft tone antique rug, rose and taupe Persian rug
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Early 1900s Persian Khorassan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Farahan Sarouk Rug 4
2
x 6
7
Located in New York, NY
overlaying a small rosette and flower design. The use of forked arabesques is an ancient Persian carpet and
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1890s Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$3,960 Sale Price
61% Off
Antique Persian Mashhad Runner, Traditional Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
most gorgeous Persian carpets, adored for their floral beauty and the feeling of joyful fullness they
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Early 20th Century Persian Arts and Crafts Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Oversize Antique Persian Baktiari Rug, circa 1890 12
x 18
10
Located in New York, NY
a person of importance? Maybe this mansion-size antique Persian carpet with a white field and an
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19th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug with Deep Blue Field and Geometric Garden Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
decor, traditional Persian carpet, decorative Bakhtiari rug for
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kurdish Gallery Rug with Large Medallions in Soft Blue5
0 x 11
2
Located in Atlanta, GA
rug, handwoven wool rug, tribal Persian carpet, geometric Kurdish design, blue and coral Persian rug
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Tabriz Floral Design Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
)
Tabriz rugs are perhaps the most famous of all Persian carpets. Due to the fact that this renowned
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Small Room Size Carpet in Jewel Tones
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz small room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century in jewel
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Authentic 19th Century Persian Kirman Handmade Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic 19th century Persian kirman beige carpet
Size: 13'7" × 22'5" (414 × 683 cm)
A late 19th
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Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mashad Rug with Sky Blue Field and Floral Border
s 9
9 x 12
8
Located in Atlanta, GA
both traditional and contemporary decor.
antique Persian Mashad rug, muted blue Mashad carpet, taupe
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Khorassan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Sarouk in Floral Design in Red, Turquoise, Navy, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
, Antique Sarouk Carpets, Vintage Sarouks, Sarouk Farahan Rugs, Antique Farahan Rugs, Antique Persian Rugs
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Tabriz Botanic Handwoven Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz Animal, botanic handwoven wool carpet
Size: 8'5" × 13'2" (256 × 401 cm
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique 1920s Persian Khoy Rug, Large Medallion, 13
x 20
Located in New York, NY
This antique Khoy Persian carpet in blue, red and green circa 1920 is 13' x 20' and features a
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1920s Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$19,650 Sale Price
69% Off
Antique Persian Tabriz Runner with Allover Floral Design in Soft Blue and Taupe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Persian carpet, narrow antique Persian rug, Persian runner with floral design, traditional Persian rug
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Early 20th Century Tabriz Botanic Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
early 20th century Persian carpet, the abrashed camel field with an all-over lattice of blue vinery and
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Malayer Gallery Rug in All Over Herati Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Vintage Persian Carpets, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Handwoven
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Authentic Persian Kirman Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
antique Persian rugs, Kerman carpets are celebrated as being among the best. Antique Kirman carpets are
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Rug Industrial Rustic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
rosette guard borders that further ornament the composition. This stunning Persian carpet will keep guests
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Early 20th Century Turkish Rustic Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Bakshaish Corridor Rug
Located in New York, NY
/corridor size antique Persian carpet from the prized Bakshaish weaving tradition demonstrates an
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Early 20th Century Persian Balkan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$20,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Persian Silk Mohtesham Rug with Central Medallion 7
0 x 10
5
Located in Atlanta, GA
refined interior.
Antique Persian Silk Mohtesham rug, Kashan silk rug, Persian medallion carpet, antique
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Kashan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Silk
Signed Late 19th Century Antique Persian Kerman Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
the golden age of Persian carpet weaving. Whether displayed in a grand estate or a curated private
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Late 19th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Malayer Runner in Allover Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
Gallery Rug, Antique Persian Corridor Rug, Antique Persian Malayer Carpets, Antique Malayer, Vintage
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Fine Ivory Antique Persian Tabriz Rug. Size: 6 ft 5 in x 10 ft 5 in
Located in New York, NY
workshops. By the late 19th century, a great deal of the Persian carpets exported to Western countries
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$12,025 Sale Price
35% Off
Antique Isfahan Ahmad Rug, Very unusual
Located in Evanston, IL
The Iranian city of Isfahan has long been one of the centres for production of the famous Persian
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Hamadan Rug with Allover Pattern and Warm Terracotta Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
interiors.
Antique Persian Hamadan rug, terracotta Hamadan carpet, allover pattern Persian rug, hand
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Large Persian Kerman Rug with Soft Floral All-Over Design 10
7 x 19
5
Located in Atlanta, GA
beautiful decorative piece but also a testament to the rich heritage of Persian carpet weaving.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Runner with Allover Herati Pattern in Faded Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
hallway rug, narrow Malayer carpet, vintage Persian runner for sale, hand-knotted antique Malayer rug
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
perhaps the most famous of all Persian carpets. Due to the fact that the renowned weaving center is one of
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau 1900s Persian Tabriz Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
antique Tabriz can be made of cotton or silk and woven as a pile Persian carpet or flat-weave. A refined
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sarab Runner Featuring Zigzag Medallions in Ivory and Cobalt
Located in Atlanta, GA
with tribal motifs, collectible antique Persian carpet, Persian runner with diamond medallions
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Early 1900s Persian Tribal Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
$6,895 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust, Navy, Ivory, Gold
Located in Port Washington, NY
Early 20th-century Heriz rugs represent a pinnacle of artistic achievement in Persian carpet
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Early 20th Century Persian Adam Style Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Red Blue Tribal Geometric Persian Mohajeran Sarouk Runner Rug, c. 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Persian carpets are also the most finely woven of vintage Sarouk rugs, with a deep rich pile which allows
Category
1920s Asian Sarouk Farahan Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Red, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Persian carpet weaving. Originating from the Serab village in the Heriz region of Northwest Persia (now
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Persian Carpets
Materials
Wool
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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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