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What is the difference between Persian and Turkish rugs?

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What is the difference between Persian and Turkish rugs?

The difference between Persian and Turkish rugs can be identified through knotting techniques and patterns. Persian rugs are knotted with a single knot, while Turkish rugs employ a double knotting technique. Additionally, Persian rugs typically have more rounded, oriental motifs, whereas Turkish rugs have more geometric designs.

1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
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Zabihi Collection Small Lion Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Mini square size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a flurry of animals covering a blue lion on a colorful multi-striped ground Measures: 2'6'' x 3'1''. This was origina...
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Persian Shiraz rug in Pink and Teal Floral Patterns by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool on cotton, a 4x8 Persian Shiraz rug circa 1970-1980 - latest to join Rug & Kilim’s vintage selections. On the Design: This rug is an interesting piece of brigh...
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Vintage 1970s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Tribal Jaff Kurd Bagface Textile Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century colorful Kurd Bagface textile rug Measures: 1'9" x 4'3".
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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Kashan Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: Circa 1930 Colors: dusty pink, gray blue, pale, blue, wheat, tan, brown Pile: low-medium Wear Notes: 1 Material: wool on cotton Vintage rugs are made by hand ove...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Distressed Oversize Antique Persian Mahal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: Circa 1910 Colors: grey, brown, burgundy, emerald green Pile: Low. Wear Notes: 5. Material: Wool on Cotton. Palace antique Mahal with a field of earthy grey and brown tone...
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Vintage 1910s Persian Other Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Afghani Baluch Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful vintage Afghani Baluch rug with a fantastic geometric pattern with stylized leaves, flowers, and chickens, and goats, and all surrounded by a wide border with more styliz...
Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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