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Antique Persian Malayer Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Blue handwoven Persian Malayer rug from Iran, circa late 19th century. Authentically antique piece
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
coloration lend this piece a rich, earthy tone. Tabriz, in Northwestern Iran, is a rug center of the refined
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
scrolls and floral designs of this Classic antique Persian Sultanabad Rug. Rug number 26462 Size 11
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Crafted with the finest wool, this antique Persian rug by Mehraban is a great addition to your home
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
: Sultanabad Collection: Antique/vintage Material: Wool Texture: Pile weave Origin: Iran, Persia.
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
antique rug design, this rug features a border surrounding the blue palette background that features
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Antique 18th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
motifs. This is a sophisticated piece from Kerman in southeast Iran, an area known for courtly rugs of
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Northwest Iran/Persia. Rug number: 26680 Size: 12' 4" x 14' 8" Design: Reference Tabriz Collection
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A rust and orange antique Persian Tabriz rug handmade in ancient Persia in the latter half of the
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Antique Tabriz with a rich deep palette of teal and warm tan with clear blue and burgundy accents
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kerman Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A mesmerizing Antique Persian Kerman rug that is a perfect addition to your dream interiors
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Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
" Design Reference Bidjar Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Iran
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Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
-toned blue creates a carpet ideal of antique Persian Tabriz rugs. Rug number 27232 Size: 10' 11" x
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Khorassan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
composition is framed by floral borders and guards. An antique Khorassan from northeastern Iran. Rug number
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhtiar Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A magnificent antique Persian Bakhtiar rug with limitless forms that brings balance as each and
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Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This 19th century earth toned antique Persian Sultanabad rug is sophisticated in its design and
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bibikabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
motifs. Bibikabad is a rug weaving village of the Hamadan region of northwestern Iran. Rug number
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Persian Mahal Rug. Rug number 26416 Size 8' 6" x 11' 6" Design Reference Mahal Collection Antique
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 102 in L 138 in
Antique Persian Gharabagh Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Origin Iran - Persia Age Type Antique/Vintage.
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Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Lilihan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
northwestern Iran. Rug number: 10289 Size: 7'11" x 9'7" Design reference: Antique Lilihan Collection
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Khorassan Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
of floral borders and guards. A lovely antique Khorassan from northeastern Iran. Rug Number 26417
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A grandiose Antique Persian Tabriz rug with infinite forms that complement with each other in a
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Vintage 1920s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Antique Persian Tabriz rug Antique Tabriz with rich burgundy, deep teal, with ivory and walnut
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Doroksh Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
area of Khorassan region in northeastern Iran, known for fine rugs of the court tradition. Rug
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
and matching borders frame the field. Tabriz in northwestern Iran has been a rug center since the
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
. Rug Number 26393 Size 9' 4" x 10' 2" Design Reference Bakhtiari Collection Antique/Vintage
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
, current day Arak in northwest Iran, became a prominent center of village and workshop rug productions with
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Antique Persian Malayer in sage green, gold, umber, ivory, and muted blues. Design motifs include
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Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
perfectly weathered antique Mahal. While etched passages reveal the touch of time, the geometry of rug
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
" Design Reference Mahal Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile weave Origin Iran
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This stunning antique Sultanabad features an all-over design of alternating radial floral sprays
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This antique Persian Bakhitari rug was designed on a grand scale of deep-toned geometric
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Late 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
: Antique/Vintage Material: Wool Texture: Pile weave Origin: Iran, Persia.
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Early 20th Century Persian More Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
in western Iran. Rug number 26211 Size: 8' 11" x 11' 5" Design Reference Kermanshah Collection
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Ziegler Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This beautiful green antique Persian Zigler rug is an oversized piece. With weaves from influences
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
want. Rug number 29094 Size: 14' 7" x 14' 10" Design Reference Sultanabad Collection Antique
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Gharabagh Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
: Gharabagh Collection: Antique/vintage Material: Wool Texture: Pile weave Origin: Iran, Persia Age type
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
The antique Persian Bahktiari rug is handmade and features an array of colors. The large size of
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
tribal people from west-central Iran renowned for their woven arts. Rug Number 26396 Size 6' 4" x 10
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
border imagery. Rug number 59649 Size 9' 8" x 13' 1" Design Reference Mahal Collection antique
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 116 in L 157 in
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Weave Origin Iran - Persia Age Type Antique/Vintage.
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
vinework. Tabriz, in northwestern Iran, has been a rug center since the 15th century. This piece will leave
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Antique Sultanabad in creamy ivory, soft teal-gray and subdued terracotta tones. All-over field
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Serapi Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
reference: Serapi Collection: Antique/Vintage Material: Wool Texture: Pile weave Origin: Iran, Persia.
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
features a prominent hexagon pattern. Rug number: 27215 Size: 9'7" x 12'10" Design: Reference
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 115 in L 154 in
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This Persian Mahal rug contains floral, vine, and tribal patterns in various colors such as red
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 121 in L 199 in
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Collection: Antique/Vintage Material: Wool Texture: Pile weave Origin: Iran - Persia.  
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 105 in L 147 in
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
design space. Rug number: 57739 Size: 4'0" x 5'5" Design reference: Tabriz Collection: Antique
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
gorgeous shades of sage green, aqua blue, natural salmon pinks and deep reds. Rug number: 27478 Size
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 122 in L 155 in
Antique Persian Malayer Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
antique/vintage Material wool Texture pile weave Origin Iran - Persia.
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20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
. The red background is the perfect shade to accompany the delicate designs. Rug number 26769
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 123 in L 162 in
Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
ground. Rug number: 27201 Size: 3'11" x 6'7" Design reference: Bidjar Collection: Antique/vintage
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Angeles, Mehraban rugs is proud to be synonymous with quality and high end rugs. We only offer the best
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
. Rug Number 13257 Size 3' 6" x 5' 10" Design Reference Malayer Collection antique/cintage Material
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Mahal Collection: Antique/Vintage Material: Wool Texture: Pile weave Origin: Iran - Persia.  
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 107 in L 149 in
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
: Wool Texture: Pile weave Origin: Iran, Persia Age type: Antique/vintage.
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 103 in L 130 in
Antique Persian Ziegler Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Pale apricot, silver and deep charcoal tones color this elegant rug. Its large scale arabesque
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
antique/vintage Material wool Texture pile weave Origin Iran - Persia Age type antique/vintage.
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Antique 1880s Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Our fabulous antique Persian Sultanabad rug features a dominant black hue. The rich blacks are
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A beautiful antique Persian Mahal with the perfect blue field and traditional geometric patterns
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Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug
Antique Persian Mahal Rug
W 122 in L 156 in
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Antique Iran Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique Iran rug you’re looking for. An antique Iran rug — often made from fabric, wool and silk — can elevate any home. There are 11327 variations of the antique or vintage antique Iran rug you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the antique Iran rug you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An antique Iran rug, designed in the Modern, Art Deco or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique Iran rug over the years, but those crafted by Mehraban Rugs, Ziegler & Co. and Rug & Kilim are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Iran Rug?

An antique Iran rug can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $8,086, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $3,200,000.

Finding the Right persian-rugs for You

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.

Questions About Antique Iran Rug
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Determining the age of a rug often depends on the style of rug because different styles have evolved at their own rates and with their own characteristics. One thing you can look for is a date; some rugs weave the year into the border. Another thing to make note of is the color of the rug. Bright dyes and synthetic fibers weren’t available until the 1920s for rugs, so authentic antique rugs will have muted tones. Shop a collection of vetted antique rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Nazmiyal
    NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
    Usually these are rugs that are younger than 80 years old but not new (so things that are between 70 - 30 years old roughly)
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few red flags you should look for in determining if you have an antique Persian rug. Firstly, check the fringe. Fringes on a Persian rug form from the end of warp yarns, and won’t be sewn on the back. Also check the colors. They should be crisp, with no bleeding of the dyes. Shop a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Nazmiyal
    NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
    The most expensive antique Persian rug ever sold in auction (so far) is $34,000,000. But the vast majority will cost under $100,000.