Tabrīz rugs and carpets are named for their place of origin — the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz). To collectors of antique and vintage Persian carpets and rugs, it is one of history’s best-known hubs for textiles and other handicrafts. Tabriz is among the most populous cities in Iran and home to a rich tradition of hand-knotted rugs. The region’s weavers and their craft flourished under the Safavid dynasty between the 12th and 16th centuries after the Safavids wrested control of the city from the Turks.
Aside from asymmetrical knots, the characteristics of antique Tabriz rugs and carpets include intricate patterns and designs woven from silk and wool. (Antique rugs are primarily woven from the latter.) Like Turkish rugs, Tabriz and other Persian rugs often reflect the region where they were made and typically feature floral and garden motifs with bold maroon, gold and red palettes. The most iconic motif found in Tabriz rugs is a central medallion that radiates outward into other star-shaped pendants and cartouches, with quarter medallions positioned on the corners, while special variations feature curling arabesque floral motifs and hunting scenes. There are rich hues of ivory, copper, terracotta and burgundy with complementing highlights of navy blue and deep green.
While weavers traditionally rely on their fingers to produce the knots in Persian rugs and carpets, local weavers in Tabriz utilize a knife with a buttonhook-like projection to increase their speed. Some of the region’s artisans have set records for weaving faster than one knot per second. These rugs feature an integration of knots that are both Persian and Turkish in origin, and have a double weft made with cotton, wool or silk and cotton warps. This unique process makes these textiles the product of one of the finest and most delicate rug-making traditions in the world.
Tabriz carpets, along with other types of Persian rugs, have experienced a contemporary revival in the past few decades and are a coveted and distinctive piece of craftsmanship in many homes and other interior spaces.
Find a collection of antique and vintage Tabriz rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Doris Leslie Blau Tabriz Antique Allover Wool Carpet by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Tabriz Rugs collection. This 1930s antique Persian Tabriz carpet is a striking example of the artistry and precision for which Tabriz weavers are celebrated. The...
Wool
Contemporary Traditional Tabriz-Inspired Gray Carpet by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Tabriz Rugs collection. This exquisite carpet is a modern interpretation of traditional Persian Tabriz designs, seamlessly blending classic motifs with contempor...
Wool
Vintage Tabriz Rug with Polychromatic Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool and originating circa 1970-1980, this 10x13 vintage Tabriz rug represents a distinguished addition to Rug & Kilim's vintage collection—an exemplar of the ...
Wool
Hand-Knotted Semnan Wool Carpet, Gold Floral Design, 4' x 6'
Located in New York, NY
With a warm golden background and an all-over green garland design, this Semnan-inspired carpet was woven in Pakistan and measures 4 ’x 6’. The Semnan design is composed of blooming flower motifs, encompassed by red and green detail garlands. Poetic and condensed, the design illustrates a flower garden and depicts the growth of a plant. Starting with a petit purple seed with intricate circular detailing, the seed sprouts to a bulb and expands into a beautiful red, pink, cream, and light blue flower, with offshoots of soft green and cream leaflets. The golden flower field is surrounded by a dark floral...
Wool
Afghanistan Tabriz Gallery Runner with Soft Blue Field and Ivory Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'0 x 9'10 Afghanistan Tabriz Gallery Runner with Soft Blue Field and Ivory Motifs. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug/AWR-9, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Tabriz, circa 2020-. This Afghanistan Tabriz gallery runner features a refined soft blue field adorned with an elegant sequence of geometric medallions and finely detailed motifs arranged in a balanced vertical composition. Inspired by classic Tabriz weaving traditions, the design combines structured symmetry with delicate ornamental detailing, creating a sophisticated and timeless appearance. The field is enriched with subtle accents of ivory, warm sand, muted beige, and soft taupe that gently highlight the medallion forms and intricate border elements. A beautifully articulated border frames the runner with repeating geometric motifs and floral-inspired accents, adding definition while maintaining the rug’s calm and cohesive palette. The soft blue tones bring freshness and lightness, while the neutral accents add warmth and depth. Hand-knotted in wool, this gallery runner offers a smooth texture and durable construction with a soft, refined finish underfoot. Its elongated proportions make it ideal for hallways, galleries, entryways, or narrow spaces where a sophisticated decorative element is desired. The understated palette and classic design allow the runner to complement both traditional and contemporary interiors with ease. The combination of soft blue, ivory, and warm neutral tones gives this Afghanistan Tabriz runner an elegant, quietly decorative presence that feels timeless and versatile. SEO Keywords: Afghanistan Tabriz gallery runner, blue Tabriz runner, hand knotted wool runner, geometric medallion runner, soft blue hallway rug, traditional Afghan runner, ivory and beige runner rug, long narrow carpet...
Wool
1900s Camel Brown Earth Tone Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet 14'2"x20'6" Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique circa 1900 Tabriz hand-knotted wool rug, 14'2" x 20'6" (170 x 246 in), in camel and brown tones. Condition: good, repaired. Antique Tabriz Oversized Large Big Wool Ivory Rug...
Wool
Turkish Tabriz Poly 10x13 Ivory, Salmon & Blue Machine Made Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: New Origin: Turkey Design: Tabriz Actual size: 9.9x13.3 Thickness: 1/2" Colors: Ivory, Rust, Blue, Camel, Brown, Red Content: Acrylic
Acrylic
"Filigree" Modern Tabriz Warm Tan With Light Beige Carpet by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Modern Tabriz Rugs collection. This exquisite carpet from the Doris Leslie Blau collection is a modern interpretation of the traditional Tabriz style, masterfull...
Wool
Floral Medallion Warm Tan Carpet "Alabastre" by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This rug is part of Floral Antique Rugs collection. This exquisite carpet is a modern interpretation of traditional Persian Tabriz designs, seamlessly blending classic motifs with c...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Floral Light Blue Rug - c. 1900
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 1900s Antique Persian Tabriz rug showcases the artistry and sophistication of one of Persia's most renowned weaving centers. Measuring an impressive 19 by 12 feet, the...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Traditional Persian Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Persian Lilihan rug. zipper closure and poly-fill insert provided. Measures: 16'' x 24''.
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Persian Kerman Square Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th century Persian Kerman rug. Fill insert and zipper closure provided Measures: 20" x 20".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$2,933Sale Price|20% Off
Silver Gray Wool and Silk Hand Knotted Persian Tabriz Design Rug 8'10" x 11'9"
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...
Silk
$6,368Sale Price|20% Off
Black Hand Knotted Tabriz Mahi with Fish Design Hand Knotted Rug 11'8" x 15'2"
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...
Wool
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Persian Tabriz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Antique Persian Tabriz Measurement: 10'3"x15'10"
Wool
Hand-Knotted Muted Tabriz Rug by Keivan Woven Arts, 8'8" x 11'9"
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 8'8 x 11'9 Hand-Knotted Muted Tabriz Rug by Keivan Woven Arts, 8'8" x 11'9". Keivan Woven Arts / Rug /AWR-9556 , country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Tabriz, circa 20...
Wool
Gold Antique Persian Tabriz Large Square Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large square size pillow made from a finely woven gold color persian tabriz rug. Measures: 23'' x 23''.
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Tabriz Designed Rug in Pale Sand By Keivan Woven Arts 9'10 x 13'8
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 9'10 x 13'8 Afghanistan Tabriz Rug in Pale Sand, Brown, and Blue with Floral Medallion. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/AWR-211, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Tabriz, ci...
Wool
Hand-Knotted Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with Repeating Sub-Geometric Gul Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Turkomen Ersari rug has been hand-knotted in the finest wool. The rug features a repeating Gul design throughout the entirety of the rug, enclosed within a complementary, multi-...
Wool
Contemporary Floral Medallion Warm Tan Rug "Sunseed" by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated modern Indian-inspired hand-knotted wool rug reflects the enduring beauty of traditional South Asian carpet design while presenting a refined interpretation suited...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Large Vintage Persian Shabby Chic Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Persian rug. 15'' x 23''
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Tabriz Designed Rug in Soft Blue, Sand By Keivan Woven Arts 9'11 x 13'8
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 9'11 x 13'8 Afghanistan Tabriz Rug in Soft Blue, Sand with Allover Floral and Lattice Design. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/AWR-19, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Tabri...
Wool
$239Sale Price|20% Off
Zabihi Collection Copper Color Fine Persian Senneh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a finely woven persian senneh rug. 12'' x 18''
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$395Sale Price|20% Off
Curvilinear Shaped Antique Persian Malayer Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Quirky Persian Malayer rug pillow. Measures: 21'' x 35''.
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Zabihi Collection Ivory Field Farahan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Classic Herati design Farahan gallery rug. Ivory field, with accents in green, mustard, blue, brown, terracotta. Measures: 5'1" x 9'7". item 7120
Wool
Zabihi Collection Rich Antique Turkish Silk Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
A truly divine room-size Fine Turkish rug woven with mercerized cotton that has a silky sheen to it. Measures: 9.2'' x 12.10''
Cotton
Contemporary Traditional Flatweave Beige Rug "Vinerose" by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This "New Traditional-Inspired" rug is hand-woven in flat-weave wool with a softly variegated beige ground that shows subtle abrash. Overlaying this neutral field is an all-over trel...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Tabriz Allover Sand Runner - c. 1920 (Fragment)
Located in New York, NY
A captivating example of early 20th-century Persian textile artistry, this antique Tabriz runner fragment exemplifies the refined aesthetics and craftsmanship of the famed Tabriz wea...
Wool
Hand-Knotted Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with Sub-Geometric Repeating Gul Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'10 x 9'10. This Ersari rug has been hand-knotted in the finest wool. The rug features a sub-geometric repeating Gul design throughout the entirety of the rug, enclosed w...
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection All Over Design Modern Tabriz Design Rug 12'2" x 16'10"
Located in New York, NY
An Unusually Fine Weave With A Large Scale All Over Design Modern Tabriz Design Rug From Turkey
Wool
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
Tabriz Rug with All-Over Design in Blue, Gray and Brown by Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tabriz Rug with All-Over Design in Blue, Gray and Brown by Keivan Woven Arts. Measures: 8'0 x 10'0 This hand knotted Tabriz rug features a beautiful all-over design rendered in gray...
Wool
$2,198Sale Price|20% Off
Bobyrug’s wonderful Vintage fine Punjab tabriz style Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful mid century Indian Punjab rug with beautiful floral Persian design and nice light colors, entirely and very finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ...
Wool, Cotton
$2,070Sale Price|20% Off
Bobyrug’s Vintage Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice Transylvanian 20th century rug with beautiful patterns and blue field colors, very decorative, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundations. ✨✨✨ "Experience the...
Wool, Cotton
$1,511Sale Price|20% Off
Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful midcentury rug with nice floral decorative design and beautiful pink field color, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epi...
Wool, Cotton
$2,382Sale Price|20% Off
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Fine Turkish Hereke Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite mid-20th century Turkish Hereke rug featuring a stunning floral design reminiscent of Tabriz rugs. Vibrant colors including red, blue, pink, orange, and green adorn this fi...
Wool, Cotton
$3,230Sale Price|20% Off
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Transylvanian Persian Style Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover elegance with this exquisite 20th-century rug featuring a captivating Tabriz style design on a lovely pink field, adorned with shades of blue and green. Hand-knotted with pr...
Wool, Cotton
$1,832Sale Price|20% Off
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Fine Turkish Hereke Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice Turkish rug with beautiful floral design and beautiful colors with orange, blue and green, finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the e...
Wool, Cotton
$2,382Sale Price|20% Off
Wonderful Fine Turkish Sivas Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful fine Turkish Sivas rug with decorative design and beautiful colors with yellow, blue, green, brown and purple, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton f...
Wool
$2,314Sale Price|20% Off
Beautiful Vintage Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful mid century Transylvanian rug with a beautiful Persian Tabriz design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$12,025 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$12,025 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$12,025 / item
Wonderful New Agra Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Agra design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$17,178 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Fine Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$10,879 / item
Wonderful New Indian Traditional Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful decorative indo Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$10,879 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool
$10,879 / item
Wonderful New Persian Design Indian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new rug with beautiful Persian design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Wool