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Kirman Rugs and Carpets

KIRMAN STYLE

Antique and vintage Kirman rugs and carpets are named for the southern Iranian city that has been a renowned major center of high-quality carpet production since the 16th century. These furnishings are considered works of art and are celebrated for their fine craftsmanship, sumptuous colors and durability.

This type of Persian carpet is sometimes spelled Kerman, like its place of origin, the capital of the Western Asian country’s Kerman Province. Iran encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity.

The different types of Persian carpets are named for the towns, villages and regions where they’re made. Kirman rugs, carpets, wall hangings and other textiles have long been popular with international audiences, including in the early 20th century when they were marketed as Kermanshah carpets. Compared to other Persian rugs, Kirman examples are known for being vividly colored with natural dyes and characterized by a diverse variety of patterns, ranging from arabesques embedded with floral touches and details like deer and lions to overlapping cartouches in a broad palette of rich hues.

Others feature an ornate central medallion, vase shapes, rows of shrubs or a flourishing tree of life created through an asymmetrical knotting technique so that the wool pile on cotton is “double warped.” Some of the more elaborate carpets commissioned from the Kirman workshops in the 18th and 19th centuries included large-scale naturalistic scenes based on European paintings or Gobelin tapestries.

The major workshops of Kerman informed weaving in nearby rural areas such as those created by the Afshar tribe. The international popularity of Kirman carpets, meanwhile, inspired designers across the globe, such as William Morris in England. A leading designer of the Arts and Crafts movement, Morris revived historical techniques such as printed fabrics in the furnishings he created. He owned Kirman carpets and used them as a source for his work.

Both vintage and contemporary rugs influenced by Kirman designs remain in demand for their lavish palette and distinctive patterns. In 2013, a 17th-century Kirman carpet was sold at a Sotheby’s auction for an astounding $33.8 million.

Find a range of antique Kirman rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Kirman
Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. On a wonderful soft green ground is an intricate floral central medallion which is repeated in the borders to create this rug of subtle distin...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Lavar Kerman, circa 1880
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Antique Lavar Kerman rug Measurement: 12'8" x 17'.
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1880s Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Lavar Kerman, circa 1880
Antique Lavar Kerman, circa 1880
$22,800 Sale Price
20% Off
1930 s Kerman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kerman rugs are not just decorative; they embody a sense of opulence and refinement, making them a perfect choice for formal spaces such as living rooms, dining rooms, or grand entr...
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1930s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Oversized Persian Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Oversized Persian Kirman Rug Size: 15'10" × 32'10" (482 × 1000 cm) This majestic oversized antique Persian Kirman rug, dating back to the 1880s, showcases the sophisticated a...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Carpet Size: 14'0" × 19'3" (426 × 586 cm) A rare and magnificent example of Persian artistry, this oversized antique Kirman carpet, woven around 1900...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Kermanshah Carpet, 9 7" x 14 6"
Located in Evanston, IL
Kirman was a very important antique rug weaving centre dating from the Golden Age of Persian culture under the Safavid dynasty in the 16th century, on a par with Tabriz and Kashan in esteem. The color palette of Laver Kirman...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Rustic French Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60896 distressed antique Persian Kerman rug with Rustic French Cottage style 10'04 x 13'08. With its perfectly worn-in charm and rustic sensibilit...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Large Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Rug Size: 14'8" × 18'9" (447 × 571 cm) This majestic oversized antique Kirman rug, woven in Persia circa 1900, exemplifies the refined artistic tradi...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Rug Size: 16'6" × 24'9" (502 × 754 cm). This exquisite oversized antique Persian Kirman rug, dating back to the 1920s, exemplifies the celebrated art...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Shabby Chic 19th Century Rug 4 x 6 7"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kerman Shabby Chic Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: Late 19th century
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handwoven Luxury Vintage Persian Kerman Ivory / Green Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
On an ivory field the central floral design surrounded by repeating patterns is enclosed within a soft green border to create a calm feel that will fit into many vintage Persian Kerm...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Antique Persian Kirman Rug Size: 16'7" × 25'8" (505 × 782 cm) This majestic oversized antique Persian Kirman rug, dating back to the 1880s, exemplifies the exceptional arti...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug. 10 ft 9 in x 14 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Garden Design Kerman Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1880. Size: 10 ft 9 in x 14 ft 7 in (3.28 m x 4.44 m)
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19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Gold Persian Kirman Rug 5 1 x 8 10
Located in New York, NY
5'1 x 8'10. This attractive and tonally muted Kirman from southeast Persia was woven when densely covered grounds were particularly popular. The field color is a soft light teal with...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green mai...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Aqua Green/Burgundy Distressed Lavar Kirman Rug with All-Over Pattern
Located in Milan, IT
A highly refined antique distressed Lavar Kirman carpet that oozes with Old World elegance. This exceptionally unique example is distinguished by a background composed of various gra...
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1880s Indian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handwoven Antique Circa 1920 Kirman Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique, circa 1920, Kirman rug has a deep indigo-blue field with an overall design of horizontal bands of ivory cusped palmettes issuing smaller palmettes containing a scrollin...
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Early 20th Century Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Notable 19th Century Pictorial Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding notable 19th century Persian Kirman rug with a beautifully rendered depiction of the 18th century founder of the Zandieh Dynasty, Karim Khan ...
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1860s Asian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

The Imperial Amethyst: A Persian Qum Silk Masterpiece of Celestial Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
79243 Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, 04'01 x 06'00. Immerse yourself in the world of timeless elegance with this exquisite hand-knotted Persian Qum silk rug, a creation that speaks to...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Nazmiyal Collection Antique Persian Kerman Rug 11 ft 6 in x 14 ft
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Delicate Pastel Tones and Elegant Detailing, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1900
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A delightful color combination of soft pastel shades is incorporated in this Kerman rug with the soft blue field enclosing a central medallion...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Light Blue Gold Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century magnificent light color Antique Persian Kerman in predominant blues and golds. Details rug no. j4466 size 8' 9" x 12' 10" (267 x 391 cm)
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green mai...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug with three large cypress trees living amidst a densely populated floral and vine field, surrounded by a complex border with thr...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Stunning Garden Design Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
a late 19th Century Persian Kerman carpet in honey tones featuring an all over garden design patterns Details rug no. 10830 size 12' 5" x 15' 9" (378 x 480 cm)
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Kerman Handmade Multicolor Allover Persian Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a tan field. This Persian rug has pink, blue, goldenrod, and red accents in a gorgeous all-over floral pattern design. This rug...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Oversize Tan Indo Kirman Rug, 14 7 x 23 9
Located in New York, NY
14'7 x 23'9. A majestic oversize Antique Indo Kerman rug, woven circa 1920, measuring an impressive 14 feet 7 inches by 23 feet 9 inches. This substantial carpet draws its inspiratio...
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20th Century Indian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Fine Vintage Persian Kirman Carpet
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An outstanding antique Persian Kirman rug woven with a mesmerizing pattern reminiscent of a stained-glass window. Bold pinks, blues, reds and golds abound in an intricate botanical d...
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1930s Asian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Velvet, Cotton

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Kirman Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kirman Runner Size: 3'1" × 16'0" (93 × 487 cm). This exquisite antique Persian Kirman runner from the 1920s is a stunning example of the region’s masterful craftsmans...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Kirman Botanic Handmade Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Kirman botanic handmade wool carpet Size: 11'7" × 24'0" (353 × 731 cm). A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 13 11 x 20 4.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage oversize Kerman rug, circa 1940. This attractive oversized Kerman has an ivory ground enclosing a central floral design in soft pastel blues wi...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Floral Lavar Rug, circa 1880s-1900s
Located in New York, NY
The carpets produced in Lavar are often included in the general category of Kerman rugs (as Lavar is a small village located 80 miles north of Kerman), yet the reputation of this sma...
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1880s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Exquisite Oversize Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1900 Persian Kerman Rug withe a exquisite all over floral design on a blue field. Peach, cream, caramel are the predominant accent colors too Details rug no. j3864 size 12' 5" x 18'...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Oversize Persian Gold Floral Kirman Lavar Rug, circa 1880s-1900s
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite antique oversize Persian gold floral Kirman Lavar rug circa 1880s-1900s measuring 17 x 23 ft in pristine cond...
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1880s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Oversize Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century all over Formal design Persian oversize kerman carpet Measures: 11'9'' x 16'10''.
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Antique 19th Century Kerman Lavar Rug With Exquisite Floral Motifs
Located in Morristown, NJ
An outstanding large 19th C. Kerman Lavar rug featuring a prominent central medallion with intricate patterns and floral motifs. The rug has a rich array of floral designs, including...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A soft and gentle design on an ivory field which blends in with the border to create this handwoven Kerman rug from Persia. Size: 5' x 8'2.
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Square Persian Kerman Rug circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Square Persian Kerman Rug circa 1940. A wonderful square Kerman rug with an ivory ground having a central medallion with the floral theme con...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful early 20th century Persian Pictorial Lavar Kirman rug depicting a portrait of a gentleman in the center, framed by an elaborately woven bor...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green mai...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. A very attractive Kerman rug with the ivory field having a central design that colors and style is repeated by the overflowing borders to comp...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Lavar Kerman Rug
Located in Closter, NJ
The city and province of Kerman is geographically isolated in the great desert of southern Persia. An industry of both shawl and carpet production has flourished there since the Safa...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Rare Pearl and Silver Antique Persian Kerman Embroidery 2 4" x 2 9"
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and Rare Pearl and Silver Antique Persian Kerman Embroidery, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rug, Circa Date: Mid – 19th Century
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Mid-19th Century Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

12 x12 Blue Antique Persian Kerman Even Wear Hand Knotted All Wool Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Baby Blue, Antique Persian Kerman, Even Wear, Clean and Soft, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Square, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No P...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74335 Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Persian Dervish Tabarzin and Kashkul, 01'10 x 01'09. A Persian Kerman pictorial rug is a handmade carpet from Kerman, Iran, known for its intri...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Traditional Handwoven Vintage Persian Kerman Green / Ivory
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman, circa 1940. A delightful color combination of soft pastel shades is incorporated in this Kerman rug with the soft green field enclosing a central medallion in...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green mai...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

The Song of Eternity: A Vintage Persian Qum Masterpiece of of Paradisal Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79312 Vintage Persian Qum Rug, 04'07 x 06'08. Emanating regal refinement and artistic mastery, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Qum rug stands as a testament to one of Persia’s...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

The Crimson Jewel of Qum: A Vintage Persian Masterpiece of Regal Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
79315 Vintage Persian Qum Rug, 03'07 x 05'02. From the heart of Persia’s illustrious weaving tradition, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Qum rug radiates a sense of refinement ...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection White Blue Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century all over Formal design Persian Kerman-size rug in white, blue, and gold outlined by a thin navy border Measures: 9'3'' x 12'2''.
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Oversize Kerman Rug, circa 1940 14 3 x 19 6.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Kerman rug circa 1940. This palace size Kerman rug has a delightful ivory field with a central medallion in soft blues that are repeated in the borders and has created a rug ...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green mai...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Handmade Multicolor Wool Rug with Rosette Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted wool rug with a red field. This Persian rug has multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over rosette pattern design. This rug measures: 14' x 23...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kirman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A delightful Kerman rug woven with exquisite detail, the red ground filled with weaving floral designs surrounding a central ivory and soft blue medallion bounded by a soft green main border and ivory and blue guard...
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1940s Persian Vintage Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

1880 Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a Genuine hand knotted Oriental rug. It is not hand tufted or machine made rug. Our entire inventory is made of either hand knotted or handwoven Rugs. Remodel your home with...
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1880s Persian Antique Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

1880 Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug
1880 Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Rug
$12,375 Sale Price
34% Off
Zabihi Collection Exquisite Antique Persian Kerman Carpet
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Formal Persian Kerman Carpet Details rug no. j3627 size 12' x 14' (366 x 427 cm)
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

The Celestial Garden: Vintage Persian Qum Tree-of-Life Masterwork of Tranquility
Located in Dallas, TX
61527 Vintage Persian Qum Rug, 04'04 x 06'10. Hand-knotted in the esteemed ateliers of Qum, this exquisite wool-and-silk vintage rug represents the summit of Persian textile artistry...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Blue Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique Persian Fine Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Ivory / Blue Rug. Size: 3'-0" x 4'-8"
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Traditional Blue Pink Formal Kerman Large Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Kerman traditional room size rug. Measures: 9'9'' x 13'11''. The province and city of Kerman in Central Persia continued to make extraordinary carpets throughout the 19th century and turn of the 20th century. Satellite workshops were set up in Kerman in Western Persia, where densely patterned carpets with deep ruby or burgundy fields were usually produced. The term Laver Kerman, while referring to an actual town, is used in the antique rug market...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, circa 1940
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Persian Kerman rug, circa 1940. Although small in size this vintage Kerman rug incorporates a tremendous amount of detail in the composition with the floral elements repeated...
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20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Kirman rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Kirman rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage rugs and carpets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kirman rugs and carpets made in a specific country, there are Asia, West Asia, and Iran pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original rugs and carpets, popular names associated with this style include Karastan, Modenese Gastone, Djoharian Design, and Hereke. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for rugs and carpets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $3,200,000 while the average work can sell for $12,000.

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