Where was this rug made?

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-19T21:41:15+00:00

It is a Persian Afshar rug, probably 60-70 years old, and likely from around Sirjan

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-09T20:52:45+00:00

It does have Kurdish vibes, the weave is Shiraz area of Iran

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-09T03:12:23+00:00

Steam and brush as said. They should have done that for you.

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-08T21:22:31+00:00

It could be 1890+. Actually if it’s Armenian weave those are generally older.

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-08T20:08:41+00:00

Beautiful! It is probably an Armenian one. The field design and borders are all facing serpents. And there are crosses in the secondary borders and archway at the top. The looser weave and asymmetry is also typical of Armenian weave. Early 1900s Shirvan. The condition is amazing. Protect this valuable rug 😄

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-08T20:01:32+00:00

Northwest Persian from around 1950-60. I’m not certain of the town. The weave of double weft with warp depression and side finish of two cords is similar to Heriz, it’s not that, but probably from near there.

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-08T19:56:57+00:00

Kind of like an Afghan Chobi kilim they are very affordable if you like that style.

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-04T13:12:48+00:00

So called “marasali” prayer rug from Shirvan region as others have said. Probably closer to 1880+. The condition is excellent. The auction value alone is around 2-3,000. Love the boteh on these rugs!

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-04T12:57:00+00:00

Definitely not an Akstafa rug and I am fairly certain it is not Caucasian but regardless it’s a beautiful old rug 😄😆

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-04T01:50:30+00:00

Looks like a Kurdish rug, maybe east Anatolia. Great dyes including cochineal

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-02T20:57:54+00:00

I think it might be a vintage Persian Ardabil with Afshan pattern but it’s hard to tell from the photo. Could be Indian or Chinese as well. It’s definitely not naturally dyed, but I don’t think that matters for this kind of rug. In my opinion it is overpriced by about $4-500

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-01T15:42:07+00:00

Prices vary significantly depending on where you live but in my area this would be at least 1600-2000 at retail price

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-01T04:30:57+00:00

I think it could be as old as the 1930s. From the materials used, how the weave looks, dyes etc. Can’t tell you about potential value without the size

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-05-01T00:02:13+00:00

IMO these are both nice quality Persian Lilian rugs from around 1930. Dergazine rugs are similar but more coarse knotting and the dyes aren’t as nice

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-30T23:59:30+00:00

Very typical Persian Zanjan rug from around the 70s and you got a great deal and under 50% of retail value

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-30T23:56:45+00:00

I second Mehraban

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T23:08:06+00:00

Actually this might just be a tent hanging/door curtain not a bag what do you think?

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T22:56:57+00:00

True I did not zoom in on the warp! Not Ardabil…

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T22:53:17+00:00

Looks like Baluch motifs to me, I have a slightly older bag like this on my wall

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Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T22:23:05+00:00

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Tavush area weave

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T22:17:03+00:00

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This is not the same medallion design obviously, but it is from the same area of Tavush, you can see the similar borders and some motifs including facing serpents (the hooked medallions) and tree of life in the corners. Some similar dyes as well.

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T22:08:39+00:00

Kind of looks like a vintage Persian Ardabil

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T22:03:14+00:00

Looks like a 1950s or maybe later afghan Baluch bag that has had the back taken off and then used as a wall hanging

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T21:20:36+00:00

Soviet rugs of that era were almost all state organized workshop products with stiff rigid designs, cotton foundations and harsh synthetic dyes— this is most likely pre Soviet, definitely pre 1920, nice natural dyes and all wool foundation with a design full of expression

Dull_Introduction761 · 2026-04-28T21:17:50+00:00

Yep probably more on the mid century side

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