Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
Iranian, American
The art of Persian rug design has long been in Bahram Shabahang’s blood. Born in Iran but now based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Shabahang can trace his family history back to 16th-century Iran when an ancestor once oversaw carpet weavers in the workshop of King Tahmass Safavieh. Today, Shabahang’s Persian rugs and carpets are distinctly more modern in style, albeit produced by using ancient hand-woven techniques.
The story of Shabahang’s journey to becoming a prolific Persian rug designer begins back in 1972 in the bazaars of Isfahan, Iran. There, he met Geoffrey Orley, an American who was searching for “the world’s greatest carpets.” As Orley told Detroit Design magazine: “Somebody with a big Afro showed me a great carpet. He took me back to his home, and that was [Bahram] Shabahang.”
Having discovered that they shared an affinity for the distinctive artistry behind Persian rugs, Shabahang and Orley became lifelong friends and forged a business partnership, forming the rug and carpet company Orley Shabahang in 1973. At first, they focused mainly on importing and restoring antique Persian carpets, but by 2000, Shabahang wanted to create his own collection of modern and unique rug designs.
With the support of Orley, Shabahang designed several collections of new “Persian revival” carpets. Shabahang, who holds master's degrees in architecture and urban planning, relied on his drafting skills to create the Maps series of rugs, which featured maps of San Francisco, Rome, South America and Washington, D.C. Additional works include the Architecture collection and Persian, Indian and Caucasian rugs with minimalist, abstract and animal designs.
Shabahang’s rugs have been shown at galleries and exhibitions worldwide, including the 30th annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York in 2018. Publications such as Vogue, Town Country and Architectural Digest have also featured his works.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Bahram Shabahang rugs and carpets and folk art.
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Creator: Bahram Shabahang
Modern Persian Animal Rug, Neutral Wool and Silk, Orley Shabahang 8’ x 10’
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Measuring: 8’1” x 10’5”, approximately 8’ x 10’, this carpet’s warm cream background is detailed with deep black silk highlights. Hand knotted and with all-natural wool and silk, thi...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Silk, Wool
Orange and Gray Modern Peacock Carpet, Wool, 9
x 12
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
With a cool gray background detailed with orange peacocks, this contemporary carpet, titled Marching Flock, measures 9’ x 12’ and belongs to the Orley Shabahang Animal Collection. In...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Modern Wool and Silk Persian Rug, Cream, Gray, Orley Shabahang, 10
x 14
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Bask in the beauty of this 10' x 14' gray and cream modern Persian rug woven with wool and silk by Orley Shabahang. Ultra-detailed with a soft light-gray silk design and a subdued cr...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Silk
Orley Shabahang Wool Contemporary Persian Rug, 3
x 5
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 2’7” x 5’4”, this modern carpet from the Orley Shabahang Architectural collection, titled Strata, is hand-knotted in steel gray, dark brown, and cream wool. Its background of cream wool acts as the perfect setting for Strata’s rocky detailing. Owner, and lead designer, Bahram Shabahang drew inspiration from the movement of waves crashing over the rocky shores of Lake Michigan. Utilizing the circular design of large boulders on the lakebed, Bahram imagined its design by incorporating the movement of the lake’s waves...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Arts
Crafts Blue, Brown, and Cream Wool Persian Rug, 6
x 9
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Depicting a lively garden theme, this hand-knotted carpet, titled Magnolia, measures 5'11" x 9' and belongs to the Orley Shabahang Arts & Crafts collection. Magnolia's design has its...
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2010s Persian Arts and Crafts Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Mid-Century Modern Wool Persian Rug, Light Brown and Cream, 6
x 9
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Pulling inspiration from the decorative and awe-inspiring detail within the ceilings of bazaars in Iran, Setareh is a hand-knotted wool carpet from the Orley Shabahang Mosaic Collect...
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2010s Persian Mid-Century Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Orley Shabahng, Hand-Knotted, Art Deco Wool Persian Carpet, Blue, Brown, 5
x 12
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Orley Shabahang “Windows” contemporary Persian rug measures 5’ x 12’2” and features an allover geometric pattern hand-knotted in soft blue and rich brown wool. From the Orley Sh...
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2010s Persian Art Deco Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Modern Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug “Washington” National Mall Map Design, 9x12
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
A striking fusion of art, architecture, and cartography, this modern hand-knotted wool area rug “Washington” National Mall Map design, measuring 9' x 12', reimagines the historic McMillan Plan of 1901 in luxurious textile form. From the Orley Shabahang Map Collection...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Mid-Century Modern Persian Rug, Brown and Cream Wool, 6
x 9
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This 6’ x 9’1" Orley Shabahang signature “Rain” carpet showcases a modern design in a hand knotted Persian weave. This carpet, from the Orley Shabahang Rain collection, features a si...
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2010s Persian Mid-Century Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Qashqai Tribal Persian Rug in Indigo, Gold, Red, and Cream Wool, 4
x 6
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Orley Shabahang Qashqai carpet from the Tribal Collection measures 4’2” x 6’2” and showcases an exquisite Qashqai design in indigo, gold, red, and cream wool. Hand-knotted in pure wool, Orley Shabahang’s signature Shekarloo weave produces a soft, luxurious pile and is incredibly durable. The interior field depicts a flourishing flower garden design inspired by antique Qashqai carpets...
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Early 2000s Persian Tribal Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Art Deco Persian Rug, Blue and Cream Wool, Orley Shabahang, 9
x 12
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
With a simple yet elegant geometric design, Excelsior possesses the power to transform any space. Using the Empire State design as its foundation, Excelsior offers a simplified expre...
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2010s Persian Art Deco Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$16,416 Sale Price
20% Off
Orley Shabahang "Bucolic" Gray and Green Contemporary Wool Persian Rug 9
x 12
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Titled Bucolic, this hand-knotted contemporary carpet bridges the gap between traditional Persian carpet weaving and modern interior design. Measuring 9’2” x 12’1”, Bucolic utilizes ...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Modern Flatweave Persian Rug, Brown and Cream, 10
x 14
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
From the Orley Shabahang flat-weave collection, this signature carpet in handspun wool and vegetable dyes was created by master weaver Bahram Shabahang.
Orley Shabahang works house t...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Modern Persian Carpet, Brown, Khaki, Cream and Camal-Colored Wool, 9
x 12
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This 9' x 12' wool rug is a contemporary masterpiece from Orley Shabahang’s Music Collection. Entirely hand-knotted using traditional Persian weaving techniques, this piece is crafte...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$17,012 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand-Knotted Art Deco Persian Rug in Cream and Brown Wool, 7
x 8
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Mimicking the impressive scale of skyscraper windows and the texture they create within the New York City skyline, this carpet entitled Windows belongs to the Orley Shabahang Archite...
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2010s Persian Art Deco Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$8,736 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand-Knotted Modern Persian Carpet in Blue and Cream Wool, 8
x 10
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This 8’ x 10’2" Orley Shabahang signature “Rain” carpet showcases a modern design in a hand knotted Persian weave. This carpet, from the Orley Shabahang Rain collection, features a s...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$12,588 Sale Price
20% Off
Wool, Hand-knotted Transitional Persian Bakhshaysh Rug, Multicolored, 4
x 6
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Featuring warm shades of orange, red, indigo, and taupe wool, this transitional Persian Bakhshayesh carpet is hand-knotted in Orley Shabahang's exclusive Shekarloo weave. Measuring 4...
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Early 2000s Persian Tribal Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Art Deco Hand-Knotted Persian Rug, Blue and Cream Organic Wool, 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This modern carpet, with an architectural design in blue on a cream background, utilizes handspun wool and vegetable dyes. This pure wool area rug, created by the artisans of Orley S...
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2010s Persian Art Deco Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$12,648 Sale Price
20% Off
Red Wool Mid-Century Modern Persian Rug, Orley Shabahang, 4
x 6
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Welcome this red modern wool 4' x 6' Persian rug by Orley Shabahang into your home. Multicolored shapes drift slowly down upon the luscious red background of this modern abstract, ha...
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Early 2000s Persian Mid-Century Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Minimalist Persian Rug, Brown and Cream Wool, 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This 8' x 10'2" Orley Shabahang signature Rain carpet features a minimalist design, expertly hand-knotted using traditional Persian weaving techniques. A standout from the Rain Colle...
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2010s Persian Minimalist Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Orley Shabahang "Canyon Sunset" Modern Persian Rug, 9
x 12
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Orley Shabahang signature "Canyon Sunset" carpet from our Art Deco collection consists of handspun wool that is both organic vegetable-dyed as well as undyed. Showcasing the nat...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$17,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Kazak-Inspired Tribal Wool Rug in Red, Blue, Yellow, and Cream, 4
x 6
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This Kazak-inspired tribal wool rug in red, blue, yellow, and cream, measuring 4' x 6', embodies the bold geometry and timeless artistry of the Caucasus region. The rich red and blue...
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2010s Persian Tribal Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Abstract Space-Inspired Blue, Brown, Black Wool Persian Rug, 2
x 3
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
In blue, brown, and black wool, this space-inspired abstract Persian rug, approximately 2' x 3' in size, belongs to the Orley Shabahang Galaxy Series. Masterfully composed by the art...
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Early 2000s Persian Art Nouveau Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$1,007 Sale Price
35% Off
Modern Cream Wool and Silk Carpet in Brown and White, 9
x 12
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This modern work of functional art, the "Strata" carpet from Orley Shabahang in 9' x 12' woven in wool and silk, represents the epitome of luxury. Layering architectural motifs atop ...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Silk
Neutral Wool Persian Carpet with Colorful Paisleys, Bohemian, 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Transform your space with this 8' x 10', bohemian, neutral wool Persian carpet with colorful paisley motifs. Utilizing wool shorn from Persian Fat-Tailed Sheep, renowned for its extr...
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Early 2000s Persian Bohemian Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Neutral Tribal Wool Persian Area Rug with Red, Teal, and Brown 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Introduce a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this neutral, tribal, hand-knotted Persian area rug in wool measuring 8' x 10' that features accents of red, teal, and brown....
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Early 2000s Persian Tribal Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Colorful Orley Shabahang "Kaleidoscope" Modern Wool Persian Rug, 10
x 14
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This colorful Orley Shabahang Signature wool Persian area rug, "Kaleidoscope" from our Galaxy collection, measures 10' x 14'. Created using handspun wool, the dazzlingly vibrant whil...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Orley Shabahang Cream and Brown Wool Contemporary Persian Rug, 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Get lost in the beauty of this 8' x 10' cream and brown contemporary Persian area rug, "Rabbit Hole" from Orley Shabahang. This abstract piece utilizes a concentric design that mesme...
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Early 2000s Persian Mid-Century Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Hand-Knotted Modern Persian Rug in Purple, Blue and Yellow Wool, 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This 8' x 10' modern Persian rug is a stunning hand-knotted piece, crafted from the finest handspun wool using traditional Persian weaving techniques. Featuring a rich blend of purpl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Gray on Grey Modern Wool Persian Carpet, 9
x 12
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
In soft and contrasting shades of gray hand-spun wool, this contemporary Persian carpet titled "Badu" measures 8’11” x 12’5” and belongs to the Orley Shabahang Dream Collection. Insp...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Blue and Cream Wool Modern Persian Carpet, Hand-Knotted, 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
In soft and inviting shades of light blue, cream, gray, and indigo wool, this hand-knotted contemporary carpet titled "Muru" measures 8’2” x 9’11” and belongs to the Orley Shabahang ...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Art Deco Persian Rug, Wool and Silk, Brown, Taupe, and Cream, 6
x 9
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Creating a relaxed and luxurious ascending design, Belgian Lace is a hand-knotted carpet originating from the Orley Shabahang Architectural collection. En...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Art Deco Wool Contemporary Persian Rug, Cream and Natural Gray, 6
x 9
By Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
With a simple yet elegant geometric design, Excelsior possesses the power to transform any space. Using the Empire State design as its foundation, Excelsior offers a simplified expre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang "Leopardess" Tribal Revival Persian Rug, Neutral Wool, 6
x 9
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
Titled “Leopardess,” this cream and grey detailed carpet showcases a spotted leopard perched in a tree, surveying her surroundings for her prey. The carpet’s pile is hand-knotted uti...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Hand-knotted Wool Modern Persian Rug, Blue, 9’ x 12’
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
From Orley Shabahang’s Rain Collection, this 8′10″ × 12′3″ Persian carpet interprets rainfall as pure abstraction. Layers of blue-on-blue wool, hand-spun and vegetable-dyed, shift with light to evoke rhythm and calm. Designed by Bahram Shabahang and woven in Iran in 2014, it embodies both modern minimalism and centuries-old weaving tradition. One-of-a-kind and new, this piece serves as a serene anchor—ideal for architectural interiors, gallery-like spaces, or any room seeking quiet sophistication.
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- Collection: Orley Shabahang Rain...
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2010s Persian Modern Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Minimalist Contemporary Persian Carpet, Gray and Cream Wool, 8
x 10
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
This 8' x 10'4" Orley Shabahang signature Rain carpet showcases a refined modern design, expertly hand-knotted using traditional Persian weaving techniques. Part of the Orley Shabaha...
Category
2010s Persian Minimalist Bahram Shabahang Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bahram Shabahang rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.
Bahram Shabahang rugs and carpets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wool and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bahram Shabahang rugs and carpets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original rugs and carpets by Bahram Shabahang were created in the modern style in asia during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider rugs and carpets by Orley Shabahang, Taurus, and iota. Prices for Bahram Shabahang rugs and carpets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,450 and can go as high as $31,010, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $13,750.