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Material: Silk
2 6"x7 10" Gray Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray, Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design, Wool and Pure Silk, Runner Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-ol...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 7"x8 2" Grey Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Grey Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Runner Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Pure Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary co...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Red Qum Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Qum rug has silk pile and silk foundation. The color combination in this rug is outstanding. The base color is cream and the border is black. The design in thi...
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1970s Persian Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

7 10"x7 10" Silver Gray Erased Persian Design Wool Silk Hand Knotted Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Silver Gray, Erased Persian Design, Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted, Round Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centur...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 6"x16 Gray Hand Knotted Transitional Silk with Textured Wool XL Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray, Hand Knotted, Transitional Persian Influence Erased Medallion Design, Silk with Textured Wool, Oriental, XL Runner, Rug. It has been Knott...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 6"x11 8" Wool and Silk Taupe Abstract with Mosaic Design Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Wool and Silk Taupe Abstract with Mosaic Design Hand Knotted Mat Oriental Runner Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 7"x10 Grey Broken Persian Design Wool And Pure Silk Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Grey Broken Persian Design Wool And Pure Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Runner Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old P...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

6 1"x9 2" Grey Broken Persian Design Wool And Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Grey Broken Persian Design Wool And Pure Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving ...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Nain Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
Very finely woven carpet even for type featuring elaborate interconnected design elements. Center concentric medallions in pomegranate contour with multi-tiered finials atop a covered field of scrolling vinery, with perched and in-flight birds across. Corner spandrels in dragon and leopards in attack with one another. Colors and shades include: Cherry red, ivory, sky blue, arctic white, navy blue, denim blue and more. Condition notes: Even, short pile height across. Original side cord selvages intact. Fully secured sides and ends. Silk outlines showing minor recess to adjacent wool. Recently professionally cleaned ready for in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Nain...
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1970s Persian Other Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Tabriz Black Rug Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
This Persian Tabriz runner has wool and silk pile and cotton foundation. Tabriz rugs are well known for their excellent weaving and design. This rug features a beautiful floral rug p...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Isfahan rug has wool and silk pile on silk foundation with an excellent condition. The color combination and design in this rug is absolutely outstanding, the ...
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Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a hand knotted Persian Tabriz rug with a floral medallion design. The pile is wool and silk with silk foundation. The size is 8 feet 4 inches wide by feet 11 feet 10 inches tall. This rug is a brand new rug. This beautiful rug features a floral pattern with an elegant kilim...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Tabriz Rug
Persian Tabriz Rug
$11,500 Sale Price
48% Off
Antique Persian Silk Prayer Mat
Located in Redding, CT
Antique Persian silk prayer mat. Deep rich magenta tones with creams and blues. Hand knotted and adorned with fringe. dimensions are :26" x 46". This item c...
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Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Persian Silk Prayer Mat
Antique Persian Silk Prayer Mat
$404 Sale Price
83% Off
8 10"x11 9" Blue Modern Mosaic Design Mix of Gold Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Aegean Blue, Modern Mosaic Design with Mix of Gold, Hand Knotted, Persian Knot, Denser Weave, Wool and Silk, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 ...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Very Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug/Carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning 100% silk Persian Qum rug, originating from Iran in the late 20th century, this exquisite piece is hand-knotted with the utmost precision and skill. The luxurious silk mat...
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Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

10 x10 Gray Broken and Erased Persian Design Hand Knotted Silk with Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Nickel Gray, Broken and Erased Persian Design, Pure Silk with Textured Wool, Hand Knotted, Square, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Sty...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

12 x15 1" Pewter Gray Erased Persian Design Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pewter Gray with Gold, Broken and Erased Persian Medallion Design with Roman Mosaic, Wool and Pure Silk, Hand Knotted, Oversized, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: N...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

12 x12 Battleship Gray Abstract Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Abstract with Mosaic Wool and Silk Design, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian we...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Multi-Color Tribal Animal Motif Sumak Kilim Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is a Sumak rug which is a type of brocading or flat-woven pile. This is a flat-weave, rug that is thicker than the Kilim and very sturdy however they are not reversible like...
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Early 2000s Persian Tribal Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Antique Persian Kashan Rug with Medallion and Floral Patterns, from Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in silk circa 1920, this item is a rare 3x5 antique Persian Kashan rug among Rug & Kilim’s latest acquisitions in Oriental rugs. On the Design: This piece enjoys a pla...
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1650s Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 9"x19 9" Rustic Gray Abstract Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted XL Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Abstract with Mosaic Wool and Silk Design, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian we...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Persian Naein Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful late 20th century Persian Naein rug with a large central floral medallion living amidst a field of more flower and leaves, and surrounded by an elaborate border with even...
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Late 20th Century Persian Tribal Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

9 x12 Gray, Erased Persian Serapi Design, Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Ash Gray with Touches of Copper, Broken Erased Persian Serapi Design, Wool and Silk Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months a...
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2010s Indian Serapi Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Isfahan Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Isfahan rug has wool and silk pile on silk foundation is a stunning example of a floral a-symmetrical vase design rug. This magnificent piece is most noticeabl...
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Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

12 x12 Gray, Broken Persian Design, Hand Knotted Wool and Pure Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Gray, Broken Persian Design, Hand Knotted Wool and Pure Silk, Square Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Pure Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary ...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

12 x12 Gray Erased Persian Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Silver Gray Erased Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Square Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centurie...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 7"x7 9" Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Gray Broken Persian Design Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted Ivory Broken Persian Design Oriental Runner Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old ...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

4 1"x12 1" Grey Wool And Pure Silk Broken Persian Design Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Grey Wool And Pure Silk Broken Persian Design Hand Knotted Oriental Wide Gallery Size Runner Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in t...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 7"x14 Green Wool Silk Broken Persian Design Hand Knotted Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Seafoam Green Tone on Tone Wool and Silk Broken Persian Design Hand Knotted Runner Oriental Rug. It has been woven for months and months in the ...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Silk Isfahan Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Isfahan rug has wool and silk pile on silk foundation and has an excellent condition. The color combination in this rug is absolutely outstanding. This Isfahan...
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Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Silk Isfahan Rug
Persian Silk Isfahan Rug
$14,020 Sale Price
20% Off
Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Kashan Rug 6 6 x 9 8
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Kashan Rug 6'6'' x 9'8''. Central Persian city known for finely woven. room size and scatter rugs, with dominant reds and navy, and medallion pat...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Floral Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is a hand knotted Persian Tabriz with floral design, signed by Pour Hosseini. The pile is wool and silk with cotton foundation. The size is 6 feet 6 inches wide by feet 9 fe...
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1980s Persian Tabriz Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Pastel Blue, Purple, Yellow, Green Tabriz Persian Rug, Wool and Silk, 5 x 7
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your space with the serene beauty craftsmanship of this 5' x 7' pastel, wool and silk Persian Tabriz carpet. Measuring exactly 5' x 7'1", its delicate hues whisper tranquilit...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz rug from the early 20th century. This light toned medallion Tabriz city carpet is in a Persian size format rather than the w...
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Early 20th Century Persian Edwardian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Vintage Silk Turkish Hereke Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A brilliant vintage silk Turkish Hereke rug woven with a central medallion with a mirrored floral pattern woven in pink, crimson, yellow, and dark ...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Tribal Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

12 x17 10" Rust Red Abstract Design Hand Knotted Persian Knot Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Wool-Silk Mosaic Design Hand Knotted Oversized Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanshi...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

9 7"x13 2" Red New Persian Nain Wool 300 KPSI Signed Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Deep Red, New Persian Nain with Repetitive Geometric Design, Wool and Silk, 300 KPSI, Signed Hand Knotted Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inc...
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2010s Persian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

10 x13 8" Silver with Blue Broken Persian Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Silver with Blue, Broken Persian Erased Vase Design, Wool and Silk Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the ...
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2010s Indian Modern Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

11 8"x14 8" Blue Persian Heriz Design Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Air Force Blue, Broken Persian Heriz Erased Design, Wool and Silk, Hand Knotted, Oversized Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitiona...
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2010s Indian Heriz Serapi Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

9 x12 2" Ice Gray and Coral Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Erased Persian Design Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Wool and Silk, Broken Persian Design, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsm...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

11 9"x15 Gray Broken Persian Design Hand Knotted Wool Pure Silk Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray, Broken Persian Design, Hand Knotted Wool and Pure Silk, Oversized Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

2 7"x23 9" Gray Hand Knotted Broken Persian Design Wool and Pure Silk Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray, Hand Knotted, Broken Persian Design, Wool and Pure Silk, XL Runner Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centurie...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

10 3"x10 3" Gray Silk-Textured Wool Hand Knotted Persian Erased Design Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Gray, Silk with Textured Wool Hand Knotted, Transitional Persian Influence Erased Medallion Design, Round Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for ...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

6 x9 Grey Broken Persian Design Wool And Pure Silk Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Grey Broken Persian Design Wool And Pure Silk Hand Knotted Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian weaving c...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

5 3"x7 Gray Wool and Pure Silk Broken Persian Design Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Wool And Pure Silk Grey Broken Persian Design Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving ...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Silk Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable late 20th century Persian Tabriz hand-knotted silk and wool rug with a mesmerizing pattern with a central medallion living amidst a finely rendered field of scrolling vi...
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Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Persian Nain Rug Round
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian round hand-made Nain (9 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. Nain is a city in Iran that is well known for producing fine handmade rug. This ...
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Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a hand knotted Persian Tabriz rug with a floral medallion design (Shahsavarpour Design). The pile is wool and silk with silk foundation. The size is 6 feet 6 inches wide by f...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Hand-Knotted Art Deco Persian Rug in Brown Wool and Silk, 6 x 9
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 6' x 9' Art Deco Persian rug, designed by Orley Shabahang, is a luxurious blend of wool and silk, expertly hand-knotted using traditional Persian weaving techniques. F...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

12 1"x15 1" Silver Gray Wool Pure Silk Hand Knotted Erased Persian Design Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Silver Gray, Wool and Pure Silk Hand Knotted, Erased Persian Design, Oversized Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the ce...
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2010s Indian Medieval Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Fine Persian Qum Silk Rug 26894
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 26894 Size 2' 7" X 3' 11" Design Qum Collection Fine Persian Material Silk Texture Pile Weave Origin Iran Age New
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2010s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
Introducing a stunning hand knotted Persian Tabriz rug that epitomizes quality craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Featuring an enchanting medallion floral design, this rug captivates...
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1990s Persian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Pictorial with Jesus Christ 3’3" x 4’11"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Pictorial with Jesus Christ 3’3" x 4’11". Fine to very finely woven, silk and wool rugs, mostly scatters, from the central Persian religious capital. ...
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Late 20th Century Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Mesmerizing Egyptian Silk Tabriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A mesmerizing vintage Egyptian silk Tabriz rug with a beautiful large central floral medallion with myriad flowers and leaves woven in crimson, indigo, y...
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1980s Egyptian Tabriz Vintage Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Persian Nain Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian handmade Nain (6 LA) rug has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. Nain is a city in Iran that is well known for producing Fine handmade rug. This beautif...
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Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Persian Isfahan Rug Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
This authentic Persian Isfahan rug has wool and silk pile on silk foundation is a stunning example of the all-over floral vase design rug. The beauty of this magnificent piece is mos...
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Early 2000s Persian Silk Persian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Colorful Silk with Textured Wool Tabriz Design Hand Knotted Rug 10 1" x 10 0"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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2010s Indian Tabriz Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Gray Transitional Persian Silk with Wool Hand Knotted XL Runner Rug 2 7" x 22 3"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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2010s Indian Tribal Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Gray Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Erased Persian Design XL Runner Rug 2 7" x 23 9"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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2010s Indian Tribal Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Goose Gray Persian Design Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Oriental Rug 8 11" x 12 1"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
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2010s Indian Tribal Silk Persian Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Handmade Silk Persian Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs

Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage silk Persian rugs in your home decor.

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, authentic 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. Although this 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. 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.

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 older 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.

When shopping for vintage silk 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, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs for sale on 1stDibs.