Vintage Gabbeh Persian Rug in Red with Lion Pictorial - Rug Kilim

This vintage 3x6 Persian Gabbeh runner rug is the latest grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of iconic tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This v...

Made with hand-knotted wool and originating from East Turkestan circa 1930-50, this 4x7 Samarkand rug is an exciting entry to Rug & Kilim’s repertoire of Vintage Oriental creations, ...

This vintage 2x2 Gabbeh Persian rug is from the latest entries in Rug & Kilim’s rare tribal curations. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. Further on the design: This tribal ...

A 2x2’5 vintage Persian Gabbeh rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. One of the latest additions to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces, with an individualistic attitud...

Technical Overview This antique Persian pictorial rug dates to the late 19th century and reflects a distinctive folk-weaving tradition emphasizing narrative imagery. Hand-knotted in ...

This Persian Qashqai carpet circa 1940 was created using a wool warp, wool weft, hand-knotted pure wool pile and natural vegetable dyes. The central lion design is rather striking in the way it contrasts the carpet's red field, as well as in its detailed facial features. In Persian folklore, the lion symbolizes kingship, prestige, and the protection of sacred spaces. Its power is beautifully conveyed by the weaver of this piece, who created this carpet for ceremonious purpose. Taking a closer look at the border, one can see Qashqai villagers dancing in celebratory robes, indicating that this was likely woven as a wedding carpet...

Measuring 4’1” x 5’10,” this hand-knotted Persian Qashqai carpet belongs to Orley Shabahang’s World Market Collection. Created with a traditional Persian weave, the weave produces a ...

Hand knotted Gabbeh rug, crafted in Iran circa 1990. This expressive tribal Gabbeh features a striking red field dominated by a bold yellow lion motif, rendered in the playful, abst...