The Persian Rug Collection: A Legacy Woven for Today’s Interiors
Persian rugs have always lived at the intersection of artistry and architecture—designed not as background, but as the foundation of a room’s mood. Long before “layering” became a modern styling term, Persian workshops were already mastering visual depth: a field that reads like a garden from across the room, borders that behave like framing in fine art, and color stories calibrated to glow under daylight or lamplight. From the courtly refinement historically associated with Tabriz and Tehran to the romantic, storybook detail of Kerman and the grounded geometry of Mahal and Sultanabad traditions, each region developed its own design dialect—recognizable, collectible, and endlessly adaptable.
What makes a Persian rug feel so luxurious in a contemporary space is its confident balance: structure and softness, intricacy and clarity. These pieces hold their own against modern furniture silhouettes, elevate neutral palettes, and add patina to new builds that crave soul. Whether you’re styling a formal living room that needs a sense of permanence, or an open-plan home where one decisive textile can “zone” the entire layout, a Persian rug acts like an anchor—quietly directing traffic, light, and attention.
Below is a curated test showcase from Arsin Rug Gallery—each rug chosen for strong design presence, decorator versatility, and that unmistakable Persian gravitas.
Persian (Kerman) Multicolor Oversize Antique Rug — SKU 11670
This antique Kerman is pure narrative luxury—the kind of rug that doesn’t simply decorate a room, it curates it. The moss-green ground sets a rare, sophisticated base note, while crimson accents and ivory highlights bring the design forward like illuminated manuscript work. Look closely and you’ll feel the “garden” concept come alive: branching forms, flowering shrubs, perched birds, and small animal figures arranged with a painter’s sensitivity, yet disciplined by Kerman’s refined structure. In a large space, the rug reads as a complete environment—lush, layered, and quietly commanding.
Design-wise, it excels where you want drama without harsh contrast. It pairs beautifully with walnut, espresso oak, antique brass, and deep-toned leathers; it’s also a surprising match for contemporary ivory upholstery, where the green becomes a grounding element rather than a color statement.
- Color Band: Moss green, crimson, ivory, hints of blue
- Size Band: Oversize (approx. 508 x 340 cm)
- Price Band: Premium ($75,000)
- Style: Persian Kerman, garden/pictorial traditional
- Use Case: Grand living room, formal dining, gallery hall, library
- Designer Tip: Echo the moss tone with one muted element (velvet pillow, lacquered ceramic, or art matting) to make the rug feel architecturally intentional.
Persian (Tehran) Beige & Navy Traditional Antique Area Rug — SKU 52037
This Tehran rug brings the classic “medallion-and-vines” language into a palette that is exceptionally livable. Butter-cream foundations are prized by designers because they lift a room’s brightness without feeling cold; here, the navy structure adds architectural clarity, while rose and light-blue notes soften the overall mood. The result is poised and formal, but not stiff—ideal for interiors that want tradition with a tailored edge.
The medallion acts like a visual chandelier: it finds the center of a seating plan and makes furniture placement feel deliberate. In a dining room, it frames the table with a sense of ceremony; in a living room, it helps keep layered furnishings from drifting into visual noise. This is the kind of Persian that works equally well with carved antiques and clean-lined contemporary profiles.
- Color Band: Beige/cream, navy, rose, light blue
- Size Band: Large (approx. 358 x 264 cm)
- Price Band: Premium ($27,000)
- Style: Traditional Persian medallion
- Use Case: Formal living, dining room, library, grand entry
- Designer Tip: Let the navy outline guide your furniture: align front legs along the medallion’s “orbit” for a composed, symmetrical layout.
Persian (Mahal) Rust, Yellow & Blue Traditional Antique Area Rug — SKU 10831
Mahal rugs are beloved for their confident geometry and robust presence, and this antique example leans into warmth with a marigold-and-rust personality that feels instantly hospitable. The rich navy accents sharpen the pattern, giving the rug a pleasing rhythm—ornamental, but never fussy. In a world of pale interiors, a Mahal like this is a shortcut to soul: it adds color history, patina, and a collected look that can’t be manufactured.
It’s especially effective in homes that want to bridge traditional and eclectic. The palette harmonizes with terracotta, cognac leather, aged woods, and creamy plaster walls. It also plays well with contemporary black details—iron, lighting, or window frames—because the navy provides an internal “dark note” that supports modern contrast.
- Color Band: Rust/marigold, navy, subtle neutrals
- Size Band: Large (approx. 384 x 264 cm)
- Price Band: Premium ($19,500)
- Style: Traditional Mahal (mixed geometric/floral)
- Use Case: Living room, dining room, library, study
- Designer Tip: Pull one “sunny” tone into art or accessories, but keep upholstery grounded (ivory, camel, or taupe) so the rug remains the hero.
Persian (Kermanshah) Red & Navy Traditional Oversize Antique Rug — SKU 70268
This oversize Kermanshah is built for grandeur. Its deep red field reads as ceremonial—classic Persian luxury—while navy, gold, and green detailing turns the surface into a dense floral architecture. Unlike some oversized rugs that can feel like “too much,” this one maintains elegance through repetition: scrolling vines and palmette clusters create continuity, so the eye moves smoothly across the room rather than stopping at a single focal point.
In design projects, this is the rug that makes a large space feel finished. It’s ideal for expansive living rooms with multiple seating zones, hotel-lobby scale rooms, or homes where you want one textile to unify varied furniture pieces. The palette also photographs beautifully—especially under warm lighting—making it a strong choice for staged interiors and signature rooms.
- Color Band: Deep red, navy, gold, touches of green
- Size Band: Oversize (approx. 531 x 338 cm)
- Price Band: Premium ($60,000)
- Style: Traditional Persian floral allover
- Use Case: Grand living, formal dining, gallery hall, reception
- Designer Tip: Balance the richness with quieter solids—linen drapery, matte walls, and minimal-pattern upholstery—to keep the rug feeling regal, not busy.
Persian (Tabriz) Red, Cream & Navy Traditional Antique Area Rug — SKU 70200
Tabriz is synonymous with precision—and this antique piece delivers it in a bold, classic palette. The marsala-red ground is saturated and dramatic, while parchment-cream borders add definition like a tailored hem. Dense floral allover motifs and curvilinear vinework give the rug an elevated “old-world salon” quality, perfect for rooms that need richness and a sense of established taste.
Where it shines most is in spaces that want to feel intimate and layered: libraries, formal sitting rooms, and dining rooms with dark wood and art-filled walls. The dark, warm read also helps hide everyday traffic, making it as practical as it is beautiful. If you love traditional Persian design but want it to feel strong rather than delicate, this Tabriz is an excellent anchor.
- Color Band: Marsala red, parchment cream, navy accents
- Size Band: Large (approx. 371 x 251 cm)
- Price Band: Premium ($13,500)
- Style: Classic Tabriz floral
- Use Case: Living room, dining room, library, study
- Designer Tip: Pair with one high-contrast element (black lacquer, dark-stained oak, or wrought iron) to emphasize the rug’s crisp cream border.
Persian (Sultanabad) Rust Red & Gold Oversize Vintage Rug — SKU 10240
This Sultanabad brings a collector’s warmth with a design that feels both stately and approachable. The burnt-ochre ground and golden-apricot accents are especially interior-friendly—earthy, glowing, and flattering to natural light. Its geometric medallion and stylized palmettes give you structure, while the floral infill keeps the composition soft and decorative. It’s the kind of rug that makes a large room feel inviting rather than echoing.
Vintage Sultanabads are frequently chosen by designers for open-plan homes because they “read” well from a distance: pattern density is rich, but not so intricate that it becomes visual static. This one works beautifully with creamy sofas, mixed-wood dining sets, and brushed metals. It also loves layered textiles—bouclé, linen, and velvet—because its palette is warm, not overly saturated.
- Color Band: Burnt ochre, golden apricot, blue accents
- Size Band: Oversize (approx. 409 x 320 cm)
- Price Band: Luxury ($15,000)
- Style: Traditional Sultanabad (geometric/floral)
- Use Case: Formal living, grand dining, gallery hallway, master suite
- Designer Tip: If your room has cool finishes (gray stone, chrome), add one warm wood piece to “translate” the rug’s golden notes into the architecture.
Persian (Tabriz) Beige Floral Scrolling Vines Antique Area Rug — SKU 53658
For clients who want Persian craftsmanship without high contrast, this antique Tabriz in warm beige and soft brown is the ultimate quiet luxury. The palette behaves like a perfectly chosen wall color—softening a room, making everything feel more expensive, and allowing furniture silhouettes to stand out. Meanwhile, the floral arabesques and scrolling vines provide the “close-up reward”: from afar it’s calm; up close it’s richly detailed.
This is a designer’s secret weapon for bedrooms, serene living rooms, and offices where you want the space to feel composed and elevated. It also layers beautifully with contemporary art, because the rug doesn’t compete for attention; it provides an understated, museum-like foundation.
- Color Band: Warm beige, soft brown
- Size Band: Room size (approx. 391 x 292 cm)
- Price Band: Luxury ($6,000)
- Style: Persian Tabriz floral
- Use Case: Living room, dining room, bedroom, library, office
- Designer Tip: Use tonal layering—cream upholstery, sand linens, caramel leather—to make the pattern emerge like texture rather than ornament.
Arsin’s Infinite Archive: Explore 12,000+ Rugs Beyond This Edit
This is only a small sample of Arsin Rug Gallery’s 12,000+ piece inventory. If you want alternatives in a specific palette, size, or design language, chat with a specialist through our Arsin Agent. Helpful search keywords to request include: “antique Persian Tabriz medallion,” “Kerman garden pictorial,” “Sultanabad oversize,” “Mahal rust navy,” “beige floral Tabriz,” or “Persian tribal geometric.”
