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This late-19th-century Tabriz silk carpet (c. 1870) is a fine example of Persian craftsmanship, woven with a high knot density and luxurious silk foundation. The design is arranged in small compartments separated by wide bands containing poetic cartouches. Each section is further divided into rectangular panels filled with repeating motifs, creating a balanced and symmetrical composition.

The overall pattern represents a stylised Persian garden, a traditional symbol of paradise, harmony, and spiritual order. With its intricate structure, silk materials, and refined artistry, this Tabriz carpet reflects the technical excellence and cultural depth of one of Persia’s most important weaving centres.

This late-17th-century Central Persian vase carpet is a monumental example of Safavid artistry. With its towering vase motifs, all-over floral design, and refined structure, it reflects both the technical excellence and poetic vision of Persian weaving at its peak.

This mid-19th-century Tabriz silk carpet represents the artistic spirit of its time—a period when Persian weavers blended tradition with creative storytelling. Its unusual landscape composition, symbolic elements, and refined craftsmanship make it not only a functional textile but also a work of art.

For collectors, historians, and lovers of Persian design, such carpets offer a glimpse into the poetic imagination and technical mastery of Tabriz’s master weavers.

This 17th-century Kashan silk carpet stands as a symbol of Safavid elegance, technical brilliance, and cultural meaning. Created most likely to celebrate a noble marriage, it combines symbolic design, extraordinary materials, and elite craftsmanship.

Pieces like this are not simply carpets—they are woven chronicles of history, art, and human celebration.

This 17th-century Central Persian prayer rug, now preserved in the Carpet Museum of Iran in Tehran, is a rare example of Safavid-period craftsmanship that blends Persian weaving techniques with Anatolian and Turkoman design influences. Woven with the Persian asymmetrical knot at a density of approximately 300,000 knots per square metre, it features a rectilinear mihrab and an eight-pointed star known as the “Jewel of Mohammed,” symbolising spiritual guidance. The border’s Chinese knot motif reflects cross-cultural artistic exchange along historic trade routes. With its wool foundation, distinctive geometric style, and museum provenance, the rug stands as an important cultural and collectible piece from one of the golden ages of Persian carpet weaving.

This antique Persian rug originates from Joshagan in the Isfahan region and dates back to the 17th century Safavid era, a peak period of Persian carpet craftsmanship. Measuring 269 × 163 cm, it is hand-knotted using high-quality wool on a cotton foundation, with approximately 172,900 knots per square metre, reflecting fine weaving and durability.

The rug features a rare lattice (lozenge) design filled with floral motifs set on a deep blue background, a traditional Joshagan pattern that is no longer commonly produced. It is framed by a wide floral and arabesque border with narrow decorative guard borders, typical of high-quality Safavid-period rugs. Today, rugs of this age and craftsmanship are considered highly collectible and represent an important part of Persian artistic and cultural heritage.

Iranian Carpet carpets are among the rarest and most fascinating creations of 16th-century Safavid Persia. Distinguished by their bold central medallions, rich floral symbolism, and extraordinary depictions of European figures and ships, these carpets reflect a unique moment of cultural exchange between Persia and the Portuguese world during the Age of Exploration. Woven with exceptional technical skill and narrative depth, they stand not only as masterpieces of Persian art but also as woven records of early global trade, diplomacy, and cross-cultural encounter.

The 17th-century Medallion Carpet from Northwest Persia, housed in the Österreichisches Museum für angewandte Kunst, Vienna, is a masterpiece of Persian weaving. Measuring 635 x 330 cm, it features an intricate medallion designwith floral and animal motifs, including lions, oxen, hares, dogs, ducks, and peacocks. Crafted with a Persian knot technique, it boasts 303,800 knots per square meter, using unbleached cotton warp, red wool double weft, and a wool pile. The symmetrical composition, rich symbolism, and masterful craftsmanship make it a historically significant Persian rug, showcasing the elegance and artistry of traditional Persian carpet weaving.

The All-Over Animal and Floral Carpet, a 17th-century masterpiece from Tabriz, exemplifies the rich artistry of Persian rug weaving. Now housed in the Carpet Museum of Iran, this rug features intricate designs depicting wildlife, trees, and symbolic motifs, blending Persian and Chinese influences. Its technical excellence includes a silk warp, cotton weft, and wool pile, with a high knot density of 489,600 knots per square meter. This exquisite piece reflects Persian storytelling and craftsmanship, making it a significant artifact for collectors and historians alike.

his 17th-century Persian kilim, housed in the Iran Bastan Museum in Tehran, originates from the mausoleum of Sheikh Safi al-Din in Ardebil. Unlike traditional kilims, it lacks slits, showcasing advanced craftsmanship. The design features two large vases filled with flowers, enclosed in an arabesque, with floral embellishments across the field. The border is adorned with elongated cartouches and interwoven medallions. Reflecting Safavid-era artistry, this kilim is a testament to Persian weaving heritage. Persian Carpet Gallery offers a curated collection of authentic Persian kilims and rugs for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

The Silk Kilim from the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection in Lugano, Switzerland, is a rare 17th-century Safavid-era Persian kilim from Kashan, Central Persia. Also known as the Figdor Kilim, it is a tapestry-woven masterpiececrafted with silk and silver-threaded silk weft, measuring 197 x 129 cm (78 x 51 inches).

This exquisite kilim features elongated medallions filled with intricate animal motifs, some depicting animals in dynamic interactions. The surrounding arabesque border enhances its elegance, distinguishing it from other Kashan kilims. Considered one of the earliest Safavid kilims, it showcases advanced Persian weaving techniques and reflects the artistic excellence of the Safavid dynasty.

Now housed in the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection, this silk kilim remains a priceless artifact, representing the pinnacle of historical Persian textile artistry.

The Silk Kilim at the Textile Museum, Washington, D.C., is a rare 17th-century Persian tapestry-woven rug from Kashan or Isfahan. Made with a silk warp and silk and gold/silver weft, it showcases exceptional craftsmanship with 112 warp threads per 10 cm. Its intricate design features a phoenix and dragon in combat, cranes in flight, and mythical kylins, alongside various animals in its borders. Similar pieces exist in Berlin's Islamisches Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Textile expert M.S. Dimand attributes it to an Isfahan workshop, highlighting the rich Persian weaving heritage.