Persian Rugs

Oriental rugs are carpets hand knotted only in Asia. The countries that are the biggest exporters of rugs include, Iran, China, India, Russia, Turkey, Pakistan, Tibet and Nepal. Persian rugs also are Oriental rugs but they are made only in Iran (formerly known as Persia). The art of carpet weaving in Iran originated more than 2,500 years ago. Much of the progression of the Persian carpet lies in conjunction with the various rulers of the country throughout time. When Cyrus the Great conquered Babylon in 539 BC, he was struck by its splendour and many historians credit him for introducing the art of carpet making into Persia. It is said that the tomb of Cyrus, who was buried at Pasargadae near Persepolis, was covered with precious carpets. Even before his time, it is very likely that Persian nomads created at least very simple designs for their own homes. Their herds of sheep and goats provided them with high quality and durable wool for this purpose. Persian carpets and rugs were initially woven as articles of necessity to cover the floors of nomadic tribesmen, giving them protection from the cold and damp. The natural progression of the skill and craft involved in the creation of these works of art has been passed down from generation to generation over the centuries throughout periods of peace, invasion and war.
Characteristics of a Persian rug include an unusually thick pile, extremely rich color combinations and unique designs, and a very distinct knot. Persian carpets are traditionally known for their tremendous variety in design, color, size, and weave. Moreover, they are known for the uniqueness of each and every rug produced. Today, carpet weaving is by far the most widespread handicraft in Iran. Because the rug artists in Iran are so skilled at their craft, they can create incredibly detailed rugs with impressive precision. Rugs are generally named after the village, town or district where they are woven or collected, or by the weaving tribe in the case of nomadic pieces.The importance of trade and craftsmanship regained their spot in the last quarter of the 19th Century during the reign of Qajar. By the end of the 19th Century some European and American companies even set up businesses in Persia and organized craft production destined for western markets, creating new design. In palaces, famous buildings, mansions and museums the world over, a Persian carpet is amongst the most treasured of possessions.
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Fine Vintage Tabriz
Sale!$99,500.00$49,750.00Fine Vintage Tabriz
Antique Tabriz rugs offer classical medallion designs and a host of allover patterns as well in every color imaginable, from brilliant rich tones to soft pastels. What sets them apart from other Persian rugs is their quality.
12’3 x 14’9
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Finest Vintage Tabriz
Sale!$79,300.00$39,650.00Antique Tabriz rugs offer classical medallion designs and a host of allover patterns as well in every color imaginable, from brilliant rich tones to soft pastels. What sets them apart from other Persian rugs is their quality.
10×14’3
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Antique Bijar
Sale!$31,200.00$15,700.00Antique Bijar hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
8’7 x 5’2
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Vintage Sultanabad
Sale!$56,200.00$48,750.00Vintage Sultanabad hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
12’2 x 16’2
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Ziegler & Co Sultanabad
Sale!$46,520.00$23,110.00Ziegler & Co Sultanabad hand made from natural wool and organic dyes.
9’7 x 13’2
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Antique Qashgai Rug
Sale!$9,740.00$4,870.00Antique Qashgai Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
4’8
x 9’2
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Original Ziegler & Co Sultanabad
Sale!$24,200.00$12,100.00Original Ziegler & Co Sultanabad hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
8’9 x 6’6
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Antique Heriz Rug
Sale!$22,700.00$11,350.00Antique Heriz Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
6’8 x 10
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Antique Persian Rug
Sale!$24,240.00$12,120.00Antique Persian Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
7’2 x 9’7
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Antique Persian Rug
Sale!$25,300.00$12,650.00Antique Persian Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
8’1 x 10’8
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Vintage Soumak Rug
Sale!$15,850.00$7,925.00Vintage Soumak Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
7’10 x 10’10
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Vintage West Persian Rug
Sale!$7,700.00$3,850.00Vintage West Persian Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
6’8 x 10
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Bakhshayesh Rug
Sale!$9,560.00$4,780.00Bakhshayesh Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes featuring unique design.
5 x 6
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Antique Kurdish Rug
Sale!$7,800.00$3,900.00Antique Kurdish Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
4’7 x 6’10
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Antique West Persian
Sale!$5,950.00$2,975.00Antique West Persian hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
4’4 x 6’4
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Finest Wool & Silk Bijar
Sale!$35,600.00$17,800.00Finest Wool & Silk Bijar hand made from natural wool and organic dyes.
6’8 x 9’9
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Antique Isphahan Runner
Sale!$16,204.00$8,102.00Antique Isphahan Runner hand made from natural wool and organic dyes. Featuring unique design with red background.
Antique Isfahan Rugs (or Esfahans Rugs) , claim a very proud tradition among Persian rugs going back to Safavid times in the seventeenth century. Isfahan was then the capital of Persia and many of the court quality carpets of this period that survive today have been attributed to Isfahan. Their designs consist of sublimely delicate patterns of arabesque tendrils, palmettes, and cloud-bands in rich magentas, blues, and saffron golds. 19th century and early twentieth century antique oriental rugs from Isfahan continued the style and consummate technical virtuosity of their classical forerunners, although often with a softer, more decorative palette.
4’7 x 14’9
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Antique Sarab Caramel Hair
Sale!$31,900.00$15,950.00Antique Sarab Caramel Hair rug features bold colors and unique designs with medallions. Hand made from natural wool and organic dyes.
3×16
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Antique Bahtiari Saddle Bag
Sale!$5,500.00$2,750.00Antique Persian Tribal Bakhtiari Saddlebag, – Here is a stunning and unique antique saddlebag. The design of this antique saddle bag is especially appealing, being characterized by a decidedly geometric aesthetic, with abstract rectilinear figures unfolding intriguingly against a field of red. The colors are vibrant throughout this piece, which is a truly exceptional example. A meticulously woven geometric composition gives this antique saddle bag an added layer of cultural significance, making it an exemplary work.
Antique Bahtiari Saddle Bag hand made from natural wool and organic dyes.
2’6 x 8’2
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Vintage Ziegler & Co Sultanabad
Sale!$128,600.00$64,300.00Vintage Ziegler & Co Sultanabad hand made from wool and organic dyes, featuring unique design.
14’6 x 15’1
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Vintage Ziegler & Co Sultanabad
Sale!$137,000.00$68,500.00Vintage Ziegler & Co Sultanabad hand made from wool and organic dyes, featuring unique design.
13’9 x 20
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Antique Tabriz
Sale!$75,000.00$37,500.00Antique Tabriz rugs are distinguished by their excellent weave and by their remarkable adherence to the classical traditions of antique Persian rug design. But they cannot be distinguished by any particular pattern or by their coloration. Antique Tabriz rugs offer classical medallion designs and a host of allover patterns as well in every color imaginable, from brilliant rich tones to soft pastels. What sets them apart from other Persian rugs is their quality.
hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
10×16’4
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Antique Tabriz
Sale!$49,000.00$24,500.00Antique Tabriz rugs are distinguished by their excellent weave and by their remarkable adherence to the classical traditions of antique Persian rug design. But they cannot be distinguished by any particular pattern or by their coloration.
9’4 x 15’10
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Antique Kashan
Sale!$39,400.00$19,700.00Fine Kashan rugs are a specific antique rug style feature an elongated central medallion with a fully-covered field and corner spandrels. Colors tend to be bright, with fields of blue, and ivory
9’4 x 13’6
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Antique Vintage Tabriz Rug
Sale!$39,600.00$19,800.008’10 x 12’1
Antique Vintage Tabriz Rug is very decorative with beautiful creme and navy, allover design and the highest technical standards using all natural wool.
Antique Vintage Tabriz Rug is distinguished by its excellent weave and by its remarkable adherence to the classical traditions of antique Persian rug design. But it cannot be distinguished by any particular pattern or by their coloration.
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Antique Heriz Rug
Sale!$35,300.00$17,650.00The village of Heriz is located just east of Tabriz in the Persian occupied part of Azerbaijan. Heriz carpets are mostly distinguished by their rectilinear designs, a departure from the traditional arabesques and scrolls typical of Persian manufactory.
7’5 x 10’6
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Antique Sarouk Red
Sale!$7,750.00$3,875.00Antique Sarouk Red hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
5×8
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Vintage Sarouk Rug
Sale!$15,800.00$7,900.00Vintage Sarouk Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
7 x 10
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Vintage Moud Rug
Sale!$15,700.00$7,850.00Vintage Moud Rug hand made from natural wool and organic dyes
6’8 x 10
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Vintage Senneh Rug
Sale!$7,750.00$3,875.00Antique Persian Senneh rugs are best known for scatter-sizes that make excellent decorative accent rugs, but they come as decorativein room-sized carpets as well. Certain of the more robust, tribal-looking antique Senneh rugs were probably woven by Kurds.
4’4 x 5’2
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