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Rare Antique Mohtasham Kashan rug
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Mohtasham Rug – 3'5" x 4'9" is an exquisite example of fine Persian weaving, celebrated for its
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Serapi Heriz Rug
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
collectors and design connoisseurs alike, it offers authentic Persian craftsmanship with lasting aesthetic
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Antique Late 18th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare 1910 Sarouk Farahan Sample
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare late 19th century Persian Sarouk Farahan sample showing the extraordinary rendering and
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20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Petite 19th Century Malayer Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare petite late 19th century Persian Malayer rug with multiple petite geometric and petite
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Antique 1890s Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Early 20th Century Kareback Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
The most incredible and rare early 20th century Persian Kareback rug with a lively pattern of
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Vintage 1930s Azerbaijani Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare 19th Century Mohtasham Kashan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning and rare 19th century Persian Mohtasham Kashan rug with the most beautiful central
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Antique 1870s Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare 19th cent. Serapi tribal rug
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
A striking Serapi , featuring a bold geometric medallion set against a rich brick-red field. The central medallion, rendered in soft ivory, deep navy, and pale blue, is flanked by s...
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare 19th century antique tribal serapi
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
The design centers on a grand stepped medallion with a palmette and cruciform motif, framed by a balanced array of angular vines and stylized floral elements. The surrounding field, ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Fine Antique Collectable Afshar Rug Circa 1900
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This Rare Fine Antique Collectable Afshar Rug is a masterpiece, woven around 1900, and is widely
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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Wonderful rare fine antique malayer Farahan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
of carpets and tapestries. At our collection, we take pride in offering you not only stunning works
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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique rare large Sultanabad rug 19th century
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Large Sultanabad rug features a soft red field filled with floral vines, palmettes, and rosettes in shades of ivory, light blue, gold, and coral. The wide ivory border frames the des...
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Late 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Early 20th Century Lori Horse Blanket
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare early 20th century Persian Lori horse blanket with a striped flat-weave back with each end
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Vintage 1930s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Early 20th Century Square Sarouk Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare early 20th century square Persian Sarouk rug with a traditional pattern containing myriad
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Vintage 1930s Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Alriz collection Rare and important Camel hair shield Bakhsaish
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Rare Bakhshayesh camelhair carpet from the 19th with bold tribal geometry and subdued, organic
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare and Unusual Serab Runner, Circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and unusual early 1900s Persian Serab runner with three large-scale and boldly rendered
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare and stunning 19th cent. camel Bakhshaish rug
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Rare a 19th century camel field Bakshaish featuring a fine, allover lattice of tiny ivory tribal
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Beautiful and Rare Antique Malayer Runner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
with our exquisite collection of carpets and tapestries. At Bobyrug’s collection, we take pride in
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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Rare Antique Caucasian Kuba Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A highly decorative early 20th-century Heavy Medium Pile Rare Room size Caucasian Kuba Rug
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Early 20th Century Persian Kazak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Hadji Jalili Tabriz Animal Pictorial Rug
By Hadji Jalili
Located in New York, NY
important creator of unique Court design Persian antique carpets of the 19th century. He was known make the
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Antique 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

The Powdered Garden: A Rare Hamadan Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
61407 Rare Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug, 03'07 x 12'10. Step into an atmosphere of aristocratic
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Mid-20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Rare Pictorial Biblical Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Rare Pictorial Biblical Rug Size: 6'1" × 12'2" (185 × 370 cm) Rich in heritage and artistry
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Dabir Kashan Rug with Elongated Medallion — 10 2" × 13 2"
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This rare antique Dabir Kashan rug (10'2" × 13'2") represents one of the most esteemed weaving
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Antique 1880s Persian Islamic Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare and important Shield Baksaish from mid 19th cent
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
design makes it a highly decorative and rare piece.
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Bakshayesh Heriz, Circa late 1800 s
Located in New York, NY
very unusual piece with Caucasian echoes. A rare piece considering that the Bakshayesh type was extinct
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Wonderful Rare Antique Silk Tabriz Prayer Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
craftsmanship with our exquisite collection of carpets and tapestries. At Bobyrug’s collection, we take pride in
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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Extremely Rare 19th Century Baby Serapi rug (Collector Piece)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely rare baby serapi great condition even wear Selvedges not original
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th century Ziegler Sultanabad Ivory field rare square size
By Ziegler Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great condition rare size. Square Ziegler ivory mahal. 8.9x9
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Antique 1880s Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Heriz Rug with Rare Soft Blue and Beige Palette
Located in New York, NY
A stunning antique Heriz rug featuring a rare and desirable palette of soft denim blue, ivory, and
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

The Ivory Sovereign: A Rare Allover Heriz Masterpiece of Regal Tribal Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
61515 Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, 02'11 x 04'04. This hand-knotted vintage Persian Heriz rug
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Extremely Rare Late 19th Century Antique Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug – 95" x 71"
By Haji Jalili
Located in Media, PA
**Title:** Extremely Rare Late 19th Century Antique Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug – 95" x 71" – Deep Navy
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Ferahan Sarouk Rug, Majestic and Ancient Rare Gem
Located in Milwaukee, WI
High-End Collector's Antique Rug Majestic and Ancient Rare gem About: This is a fascinating piece
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Fine Very Rare Tree Kazak Rug 5’6” x 6’11”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Fine & Very Rare Tree Kazak Rug 5’6” x 6’11”. SW Caucasus/Armenia. Boldly patterned
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare 20th Century Turkish Hereke Rug with Ottoman Symbolism
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare 20th century Turkish Hereke rug with a gorgeous pale yellow field with a large central coat
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Antique 1880s Turkish Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Wonderful Rare Mid 19th Century North Western Tribal Runner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and very old north western runner, composed by two fragment of the same runner (probably reduced because the size) with beautiful design and nice natural colors, colle...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Asian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Oval Shaped Persian Tabriz Rug in Floral Pattern in Ivory, Pink, Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
An exceptional and rare find, this vintage oval-shaped Persian Tabriz rug from the fourth quarter
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Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Rare Antique Azeri Kilim Rug, c. Late 19th Century – 5’9 x 12’4
Located in Westfield, MA
scale and design from the Azeri tradition are rare to encounter on the market today, especially in such
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs

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Wool

Mid 1800 s Rare Antique Silk Heriz Rug Masterpiece 5x6 Tapestry 1860
Located in New York, NY
Mid 1800's Rare Antique Silk Heriz Rug Finest Masterpiece Persian Rust 4'6" x 5'10" (5' X6
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Antique 1860s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare antique Caucasian Avar flat-weave Gallery runner in blue Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare antique Caucasian Avar flat-weave Gallery rug in Vibrant blue tones. Measures:4'8 x 13'9
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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kilim Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Hand-Knotted Bokhara Rug in very rare powder pink, Pakistan 1950s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a vintage Bokhara rug in very rare powder pink tone. It is a hand
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Vintage 1950s Pakistani Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Rare Bijar Iron Quality Rug 124cmx165cm Geometric Masterwork 4x6 c.1880
Located in New York, NY
This rare antique Persian Bijar rug, circa 1880, is a superb, high-quality example celebrated for
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Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Garrus Bidjar Rare Palatial Over-sized Masterful Art Rug, Early 1900 s
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Complex Garrus Bidjar Rare Palatial & Over-sized Mystical & Masterful Art Deep Indigo, 5 Greens
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Heriz Runner Antique Handmade Rug Serapi 3x18 94cm x 531cm
By Eastern Artisans
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique Heriz Runner Antique Handmade Rug Serapi 3x18 94cm x 531cm 3'1" x 17'5" 94cm x 531cm
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Tribal Flat-Weave Gallery Size in Blue and Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
Amazing and rare antique Caucasian Avar tribal flat-weave Gallery size in blue and red, tribal
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Antique Early 1900s Caucasian Kilim Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Silk Tabriz Rug Black Silk Rug Rare Fine Silk Rug 9x12 Handmade Silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally Fine Rare Natural Silk Rug Black. Measures: 9.4" X 12.2". "This is a spectacular
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Vintage 1970s Persian Persian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13 11 x 22 4
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13'11'' x 22'4''. This “Bakshayesh” period/quality NW Persian rare format
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13
11

 x 22
4
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13
11

 x 22
4
$52,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Sarab Rug 11 8 x 14 8
Located in New York, NY
rare Persian 4-in-1 triclinium carpet. Medium weave. Maybe a Hamadan. Attribution does not matter here
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Sarab Rug 11
8

 x 14
8
Sarab Rug 11
8

 x 14
8
$10,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Located in New York, NY
This “Bakshayesh” period/quality NW Persian rare format long carpet shows a delightfully abrashed
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Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Bakhshaish Rug
Antique Bakhshaish Rug
$84,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Qashqai Rug 11 0 x 18 10
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare SE Persian nomadic carpet in a large size, probably originally woven for a wealthy
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Qashqai Rug 11
0

 x 18
10
Antique Qashqai Rug 11
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 x 18
10
$31,600 Sale Price
29% Off
Antique Persian Heriz Smaller Rare Size Natural Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous hand-knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability
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Vintage 1920s Persian Heriz Serapi More Carpets

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Wool

Green Rare Antique Persian Sarouk Fereghan Hand Knotted Wool Even Wear Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Sarouk Farahan More Carpets

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Wool

Chili Red Antique Persian Heriz Small Rare Size Hand Knotted Pure Wool Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability
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Vintage 1920s Persian Medieval More Carpets

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Wool

Wine Red Antique Persian Sarouk Full Pile Rare Square Size Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability
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Vintage 1930s Persian Medieval More Carpets

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Wool

Late 19th-Century Turkish Heriz Serapi with Rare Pale Yellow Field
Located in Barrington, IL
A Late 19th Century Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Room Size Rug. A truly rare and highly desirable
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Antique Late 19th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

1870 Antique Serapi Rug Antique Bakhshayesh Rare Rug 160cmx213cm Serapi 5 X 7
Located in New York, NY
History of Heriz Carpet Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heriz, East Azerbaijan in
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Antique 1870s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Exceptional Rare Antique 19th Century Oversize Persian Senna Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional rare antique 19th century Persian Senna carpet. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Exceptional Rare Antique Oversize 19th Century Persian Kurdish Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique Persian Kurdish carpet. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Rare Antique Unusual Signed Persian Mahal
Located in Aspen, CO
century. Sultanabad was a prominent weaving district throughout the Glorious history of Persian weaving
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

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Rare Persian Carpet For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the rare Persian carpet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each rare Persian carpet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. Find 126 options for an antique or vintage rare Persian carpet now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rare Persian carpet, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right rare Persian carpet, those designed in Art Deco and Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. A well-made rare Persian carpet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ziegler Co. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Rare Persian Carpet?

Prices for a rare Persian carpet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $320,000, while the average can fetch as much as $15,000.

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 Rare Persian Carpet
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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.