$15,999Sale Price|20% Off
1950's Indian Persian Sarouk Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Pile Height: 0.25 of an inch. Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
Wool
$479Sale Price|60% Off
Handmade Vintage Oriental Sarouk Rug 3.3' x 4.7', 1950s - 1C1096
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Elevate your space with our exquisite Handmade Vintage Oriental Sarouk Rug. Originating from the Middle East and crafted in the 1950s, this rug carries a rich history and exceptional...
Wool
C. 1950's Lamb Wool Vintage Sarouk Hand-knotted Rug 2.2 x 4
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Size: 2.2 x 4 Age: Antique, C. 1950's Pile: Medium with nice soft plush wool - nearly MINT condition This rug is one-of-a-kind, only one in the world, no others are available.
Wool
Karastan Sarouk Palace Size Rug, Circa 1950s
By Karastan
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Persian Sarouk style room size rug By Karastan USA, Circa 1950s Classic design with floral sprays and bouquets.
Wool
Flower of Life Royal Vintage Joshegan Sarouk Rug, circa 1950's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Flower Of Life Royal Vintage Joshegan Sarouk Rug Size: 3.6 x 5 Age: Vintage, C. 1950's or so Pile: Medium with incredible wool pile; plush, soft and strong This rug is one-of-a-ki...
Wool
Karastan Sarouk Room Size Wool Rug, circa 1950s
By Karastan
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Persian Sarouk style room size rug By Karastan USA, circa 1950s Features beautiful traditional floral sprays and bouquets, with predominant colors in red, blu...
Wool
Karastan Sarouk Room Size Wool Rug, Circa 1950s
By Karastan
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Persian Sarouk style room size rug By Karastan USA, Circa 1950s Features a beautiful floral pattern in myriad colors, and surrounded by a border of similar pattern ...
Wool
Sarouk Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
From the 1910s to 1950s, the “American Sarouk” also known as the “Painted Sarouk” was produced.
Wool
Persian Sarouk
Located in Evanston, IL
From the 1910s-1950s, the “American Sarouk” also known as the “Painted Sarouk” was produced.
Mid-20th Century Persian Sarouk Runner, Navy Field, Red Accents, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
This well drawn and balanced West Persian small runner shows a navy blue field decorated with curvaceous leaf and bud sprays centered by a small octogramme and four radiating floral ...
Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Sarouk Rug 4.2' x 6.8' 1950s - 1K37
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Enhance your living space with the timeless elegance of this Handmade Vintage Persian Style Sarouk Rug. Dating back to the 1950s, this rug is a true testament to the enduring artistr...
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
From the 1910s-1950s, the "American Sarouk", also known as the "painted Sarouk", was produced.
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
From the 1910s-1950s, the “American Sarouk” also known as the “Painted Sarouk” was produced.
Wool
1950s Persian Qazvin Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
1950s Persian Qazvin rug with an all-over abstract floral pattern woven in light and dark indigo, green, gold, and cream, on a burnt orange colored background. The border is wonderfu...
Wool
1950s Sarouk Mat
Located in New York, NY
1950s Sarouk rug featuring a warm rose field framed by a deep navy floral border with ivory and soft blue accents.
Wool
Antique Rug Persian Sarouk, Hand Knotted, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
From the 1910s-1950s, the "American Sarouk", also known as the "painted Sarouk", was produced.
Wool
Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug with Floral Design in Cream, blue and Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rug 10-KE-302, country of origin / type: Iran / Sarouk, circa 1950s. This finely woven mid-20th century Tabriz rug represents one of the best in the world of weaving from that region.
Wool
$445Sale Price|70% Off
W 35.44 in L 56.3 in
Handmade Antique Persian Style Karajeh Rug 2.9' x 4.6', 1920s - 1C1136
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Style Karajeh Rug from the 1920s: Dimensions: Size: 2.9’ x 4.6’ (90cm x 143cm) Shape: Rectangular Material and Condition: Crafted from wool, this rug ensure...
Wool
1970's Indian Heriz Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78348 Vintage Indian Heriz Rug 03'01 x 05'00. Warm and inviting with a classic style, this hand-knotted wool vintage Indian Heriz rug charms with ease. The abrashed red field feature...
Wool
$8,218Sale Price|20% Off
W 75.2 in L 116.54 in
Handmade Antique Persian Style Sumak Rug 6.2' x 9.7', 1920s - 1W07
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Style Sumak Rug: Product Details: Name: Handmade Antique Persian Style Sumak Rug Size: 6.2’ x 9.7’ (approximately 6 feet 2 inches by 9 feet 7 inches) Origin...
Wool
1960's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74095 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 06'07 x 10'08. Like the warm embrace of twilight over Anatolia’s rolling hills, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug exudes a timeless ...
Wool
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
W 96 in L 117 in
Antique Indian Rug with Traditional Victorian Style and Mughal Design
Located in Dallas, TX
72879, antique Indian rug with traditional Victorian style and Mughal design. This hand knotted wool antique Indian rug features an all-over floral pattern spread across an abrashed ...
Wool
Antique Persian Hamadan Rug – 1920s Hand‑Knotted Wool 3.4' x 5.6' - 1C1239
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A handmade antique Persian Hamadan rug from the 1920s, woven in wool and displaying the bold geometric character typical of Hamadan village craftsmanship. The rug features a striking...
Wool
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
W 49 in L 73 in
Vintage Indian Persian Design Accent Rug with Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74339, vintage Indian Persian design accent rug with traditional modern style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian design accent rug features a large floral medallion set with a q...
Wool
$301Sale Price|70% Off
W 25.6 in L 44.49 in
Handmade Antique Persian Karajeh Rug 2.1' x 3.7' 1910s - 1C1156
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique Persian Karajeh rug, dating back to the 1910s, is a remarkable example of traditional tribal craftsmanship. Woven with high-quality wool, it features a striking geometri...
Wool
1960's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50500 Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Rug, 07'02 x 10'00. Drenched in a palette of autumn’s last embers and steeped in the grandeur of Ottoman elegance, this hand-knotted wool vintage Tur...
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan Rug 2.2' x 4.2', 1920s - 1N103
Located in Bordeaux, FR
An exquisite piece of Persian heritage, this Antique Lilihan Rug was meticulously hand-knotted in the Middle East around the 1920s. Lilihan rugs are famous for their soft wool, durab...
Wool
$273Sale Price|70% Off
W 29.14 in L 50.79 in
Handmade Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug 2.4' x 4.2', 1960s - 1C1139
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug: Design and Aesthetics: Originating from the 1960s, this rug carries a rich history and timeless appeal. Measuring 74cm x 129cm (approximately 2...
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Sarouk Rug 2.1' x 4' 1910s - 1D150
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This stunning antique Persian Sarough rug, a rare US reimport piece from the early 20th century, is a testament to fine craftsmanship and timeless design. Hand-knotted using premium ...
Wool
Vintage Indian Area Rug with Traditional Persian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74382, vintage Indian area rug with traditional Persian style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Indian area rug with traditional Persian style features a bold all-over floral lattice p...
Wool
Handmade Antique Persian Lilihan Rug 3.5' x 4.7' 1920s - 2B41
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This handmade antique Persian Lilihan rug from the 1920s is a stunning example of traditional Persian artistry. Its vibrant colors, elegant floral motifs, and fine craftsmanship make...
Wool
Incredible Early 20th Century Samarghand Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Central Asian Samarghand rug woven of exceptional quality wool that shimmers in the light, and brings out the rich gold, violet, rust, green, and black colors i...
Wool
Handmade Vintage Indian Agra Rug 1960s - 1C1082
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Transport yourself to a world of timeless elegance with our Vintage Indian Agra Rug, meticulously handcrafted in India during the 1960s. This rug is a testament to its original goodn...
Wool
$2,533 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$8,104 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
$5,990
H 28 in W 90 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Slip Covered Or Upholstered Louis Square Arm Sofa with Down
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Louis Slip Covered Sofa Custom made to order. Available in any length, can be made into a sectional, and sofa sleeper. The Louis Sofa blends modern and coastal aesthetics with clean...
Linen, Foam, Wood, Down
Customize Ottoman/Pouf
Located in Brecht, BE
This ottoman/pouf was made in our workshop with old velvet fabric from the 1950s.
Velvet, Wood
$2,075 / item
+ 1 moreH 0.75 in W 36 in D 6 in
Classic Picture Light Thin and Minimal Adjustable Brass Linear LED Sconce, UL
By Aurora Lampworks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our take on a classic Picture Light is a minimal design with one big advantage--it is able to rotate. The projected light is adjustable, allowing for greater versatility in lighting ...
Brass
$829 / item
H 17.72 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Gervasoni Inout 46 Side Table/Stool in Aluminium by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A family of coffee tables made of aluminium in two different sizes, Inout 45/46 have a rectangular shape and are characterised by the particular aluminium finish that creates a mirro...
Aluminum
$3,450 / set
H 37 in W 26 in D 25 in
French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs, Leather & Walnut, Antique, Circa 1920
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Those charming pair of bergere chairs are covered of leather in the Louis XVI style. Simple and elegant they can be place anywhere at home.
Leather, Walnut
$10,159
H 74.02 in W 55.52 in D 24.41 in
Biedermeier Armoire, Walnut Veneer and Full Columns, Austria, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Early Biedermeier Armoire in Walnut Veneer, from Austria, circa 1820. This two-door neoclassical armoire or wardrobe has a beautiful, book-matched walnut veneer and ebonized full co...
Iron
$5,935Sale Price|38% Off
H 78.75 in W 67.33 in D 23.63 in
19th Century Oakwood German Cabinet or Wardrobe
Located in Casteren, NL
19th century German cabinet or wardrobe made from oakwood. Originates Germany, dating circa 1820.
Oak
$215Sale Price|70% Off
W 27.96 in L 41.74 in
Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 2.3' x 3.4', 1920s, 1C1088
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Enhance your living space with the timeless beauty of our Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Rug, a true gem from the 1920s. Measuring 2.3' x 3.4' (71cm x 106cm), this exquisite wool r...
Wool
$3,800
H 20 in W 21 in D 13.5 in
Maitland Smith Vintage Giltwood, Rope, and Beige Leather Vanity Bench
By Maitland Smith
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage vanity bench with a patinated giltwood frame comprised of three dowel supports on either side connected with decoratively tied rope at the cross-sections and joined in the ce...
Leather, Rope, Wood
$2,350 / item
H 27 in W 24 in D 24 in
Wassily-Inspired Black Wood Box Chair w/ Swiveling Backrest by N. Bijan Pourfard
By Nicholas Bijan Pourfard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Box chair is a minimal occasional lounge chair created by California-based designer N. Bijan Pourfard to emphasize linear simplicity and an “airy” quality that allows you to see thro...
Wood
$547Sale Price|70% Off
W 46.46 in L 58.67 in
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug 3.8' x 4.8', 1920s - 1C1141
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug: Design and Aesthetics: Originating from the 1920s, this rug carries a rich history and timeless appeal. Measuring 118cm x 149cm (approximately 3....
Wool
$18,000
W 122 in L 192 in
Hand Knotted Antique Polonaise Rug in Beige Brown Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating from India circa 1890-1900, this 10 x 16 antique rug connotes a transitional Polonaise rug design, both celebrated among the most sought-after lineag...
Wool
$154Sale Price|70% Off
W 21.26 in L 31.5 in
Handmade Vintage Turkish Yastik Rug 1.7' x 2.6', 1950s, 1C1090
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Condition: This rug is in its original good condition, retaining its beauty and charm through the years. Circa: Crafted around the 1950s, it's a testament to the enduring artistry of...
Wool
Handmade Antique Native American Navajo Rug 3.7' x 7.5' 1910s - 2B69
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A truly unique and compelling piece of American folk art, this handmade Navajo rug is a collectible treasure. Woven from rich, hand-spun wool, it showcases a striking pictorial desig...
Wool
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. 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, real 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. 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.
Although the machine-aided 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.
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 antique 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.
The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns.
When shopping for vintage 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, handmade silk Persian rugs, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs from the world's best furniture dealers on 1stDibs.
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