Persian Rugs: A Living Heritage Underfoot
Few design elements carry the quiet authority of a Persian rug. Long before “layered interiors” became a trend, Persian weavers were already building rooms from the ground up—using pattern as architecture, color as atmosphere, and wool as a material that ages with grace. From the grand city workshops of Tehran and Tabriz to village traditions that favored bolder geometry and enduring structure, Persian rugs evolved as both functional textiles and cultural documents.
What makes the Persian tradition so captivating for today’s interiors is its range. A classic medallion composition can read formal and museum-worthy in a dining room—yet the same design language, softened through modern palettes and transitional spacing, feels perfectly at home in a contemporary living space. Persian rugs also excel at “bridging”: they connect warm woods to cool stones, modern silhouettes to traditional millwork, and quiet upholstery to expressive art.
In this curated edit, you’ll find an intentional spectrum—antique statements with collected patina, refined florals that bring romance without sweetness, and crisp geometries that feel tailored and architectural. Each piece is chosen for its ability to anchor a room, elevate the furnishings around it, and deliver that unmistakable Persian presence: confident, storied, and enduring.
Persian brown with beige and pastel accents traditional area new rug with scattered floral allover motifs SKU 89514
This Persian transitional rug is the definition of “grounding with intention.” Its dark brown field reads like espresso-stained wood—rich, steady, and quietly dramatic—while pale beige detailing lifts the surface with soft illumination. The allover floral scatter feels organic rather than formal, creating a room-filling texture that’s sophisticated without being stiff. In open-plan spaces, this piece behaves like a design unifier: it makes seating groups feel settled and gives lighter upholstery a sense of depth and contrast.
Because the palette is earthy and controlled, it pairs beautifully with creamy bouclé, saddle leather, warm brass, and natural stone. Think of it as a tailored foundation for layered neutrals—ideal when you want a rug to feel luxurious but not loud. It’s also a smart choice for high-traffic homes: the darker ground is naturally forgiving, and the dense, decorative pattern keeps the surface visually fresh day after day.
- Color Band: Dark Brown, Pale Beige
- Size Band: 6 ft 9 in X 8 ft 10 in
- Price Band: Premium
- Style: Persian Transitional / Floral Allover
- Use Case: Living Room, Dining Room, Study, Bedroom
- Designer Tip: Pull one accessory in warm beige or parchment to echo the highlights—then add a single black accent (frame, lamp, or vase) to make the brown field feel even richer.
Persian brown with blue and gold accents traditional area new rug with central medallion and stylized floral allover motifs SKU 89446
Elegant structure meets cool restraint in this Persian medallion rug. A warm gray ground—neither too icy nor too taupe—creates a refined canvas for pale blue notes and hints of golden warmth. The central medallion brings classic Persian formality, but the overall palette feels modern and composed, like a tailored suit rather than ceremonial regalia.
This is the sort of rug that upgrades a space instantly: it makes a dining room feel curated, gives a bedroom an elevated “hotel quiet,” and brings definition to a living room filled with soft silhouettes. The geometry is crisp enough to complement contemporary furnishings, yet the floral details keep it from feeling stark. If your home has mixed finishes—nickel hardware, oak floors, stone counters—this rug plays diplomat, tying everything together without competing for attention.
- Color Band: Warm Gray, Pale Blue (with subtle gold accents)
- Size Band: 6 ft 8 in X 9 ft 6 in
- Price Band: Premium
- Style: Persian / Geometric Medallion
- Use Case: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom, Entry Hall
- Designer Tip: Pair with blue-gray drapery or a single dusty-blue accent chair to “lock in” the pale blue highlights and make the medallion feel intentional.
Persian beige with brown and blue accents traditional area new rug with floral allover motifs and scrolling vine border SKU 70419

This rug offers the classic Persian floral vocabulary in a palette that behaves like a neutral. Warm sand tones create an inviting base—sunlit, softly golden—while soft teal accents add a refined cool note that feels fresh rather than nautical. The scrolling vine border frames the field with graceful movement, giving the piece a finished, architectural presence that makes furniture placement feel “done.”
In a living room, it reads welcoming and layered, especially with linen upholstery and walnut or oak tables. In a bedroom, it creates an immediate sense of calm—think boutique-hotel serenity—while still offering enough pattern to keep the room from feeling flat. The floral allover design is especially forgiving in real life, disguising daily wear and keeping the surface visually lively. It’s an effortless choice when you want tradition without heaviness and color without commitment.
- Color Band: Warm Sand/Beige, Soft Teal, Brown Accents
- Size Band: 5 ft 1 in X 6 ft 3 in
- Price Band: Premium
- Style: Traditional Persian / Floral Allover
- Use Case: Living Room, Bedroom, Study, Hallway
- Designer Tip: Repeat the teal once—just once—in a throw pillow or ceramic to keep the look elevated and not overly themed.
Persian (Tehran) beige with navy, rose, and light blue traditional antique area rug with central medallion, floral allover motifs, scrolling vines, and Shah Abbasi palmettes SKU 52037
This antique Tehran piece carries the kind of refinement that designers search for when they want a room to feel collected—not decorated. The butter-cream ground glows softly, while navy anchors the composition with authority. Rose and light blue accents bring nuanced color that feels like aged pigments in an oil painting: complex, balanced, and quietly luxurious.
The central medallion and Shah Abbasi palmettes create a sense of ceremonial harmony—an intentional focal point that elevates formal rooms. Place it beneath a dining table and it transforms every meal into an occasion; give it a library with dark wood and it feels like it has always belonged there. Antique character isn’t only about age—it’s about presence. This rug has it: intricate geometry, confident contrast, and the kind of visual depth that rewards close looking.
- Color Band: Butter Cream/Beige, Navy, Rose, Light Blue
- Size Band: 8 ft 8 in X 11 ft 9 in
- Price Band: Premium
- Style: Antique Traditional Persian (Tehran) / Medallion
- Use Case: Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Library, Grand Entry
- Designer Tip: Let the navy lead: choose one substantial navy element (art mat, velvet pillow, or lampshade) and keep the rest in creams and warm woods for a curated, gallery-like finish.
Persian navy with ivory and rust traditional antique area rug with pictorial vases, animals, and floral allover motifs SKU 70477

For collectors at heart, this antique Persian rug reads like a narrative panel—vases and animal motifs set into a richly patterned field. The dark navy ground creates immediate drama, while warm terracotta and ivory details provide the glow and contrast that make the imagery legible from across the room. It’s the kind of piece that doesn’t just decorate a space; it gives the space a point of view.
Use it where you want impact: a formal living room, a gallery-like foyer, or a dining room with sculptural lighting. It pairs beautifully with moody wall colors (ink, charcoal, or deep olive) and also stands out against crisp white interiors as a deliberate “old-world” counterpoint. The visual density is a gift in larger rooms, providing texture and scale so the space feels layered and complete.
- Color Band: Dark Navy, Ivory, Rust/Terracotta
- Size Band: 7 ft 2 in X 10 ft 2 in
- Price Band: Premium
- Style: Antique Traditional Persian / Pictorial Motifs
- Use Case: Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Library, Large Foyer
- Designer Tip: Keep upholstery calm (ivory, oat, camel). Let the story live in the rug, then echo rust once through a leather book, pottery, or a single textile accent.
Persian blue with beige and gold accents traditional oversize new rug with floral allover motifs and scrolling vines SKU 68641

This oversize Persian rug brings an airy, architectural calm—powder blue as the primary tone, softened by straw and beige accents that read like sun-warmed limestone. The floral allover pattern and scrolling vines create movement, but the overall effect is tranquil, expansive, and luminous. In large rooms, that matters: you want scale without heaviness, ornament without visual clutter.
It’s a natural fit for grand living rooms and spacious dining rooms where you’re balancing multiple seating pieces, large windows, and layered lighting. The lighter palette also makes it an inspired choice for coastal-adjacent interiors that still want Persian heritage without the traditional red dominance. Pair with pale oak, brushed brass, and textured creams, and the entire room feels elevated—like it’s been quietly edited by a professional eye.
- Color Band: Powder Blue, Beige/Straw, Soft Gold
- Size Band: 14 ft 0 in X 21 ft 10 in
- Price Band: Premium
- Style: Traditional Persian / Floral Allover (Oversize)
- Use Case: Formal Living Room, Grand Dining Room, Reception Area
- Designer Tip: Use this rug as your “light source” on the floor—then keep casegoods slightly deeper (walnut, ebonized oak) for contrast and sophistication.
Persian (Sultanabad) beige with navy, rust, and light blue traditional oversize antique rug with floral allover motifs and scrolling vines SKU 72641

Antique Sultanabad rugs are celebrated for their room-making scale and their confident, well-spaced ornament—and this piece embodies that legacy. Toasted almond tones set a warm, hospitable stage, while bistre outlines and deeper accents give the floral lattice its structure. The result is a rug that feels both grand and livable: decorative enough for a formal setting, yet relaxed enough to anchor everyday life.
In a large living room, it creates an instant sense of permanence—like the home has stories. In hospitality settings, it reads sophisticated and welcoming rather than precious. The palette is especially friendly to mixed materials: leather, bouclé, linen, oak, bronze, and stone all sit comfortably against it. If you want “antique character” without overwhelming contrasts, this is the sweet spot: collected, balanced, and endlessly versatile.
- Color Band: Toasted Almond/Beige, Brown (Bistre), Navy/Rust Accents
- Size Band: 10 ft 3 in X 18 ft 2 in
- Price Band: Premium
- Style: Antique Traditional Persian (Sultanabad) / Floral Allover
- Use Case: Grand Living Room, Dining Room, Library, Lobby
- Designer Tip: Choose drapery in a warm neutral (oat, flax, parchment). It will amplify the antique warmth and keep the scale feeling intentional rather than heavy.
The Infinite Archive: Explore Arsin’s 12,000+ Rugs
This selection is only a glimpse of what’s possible. Arsin Rug Gallery holds an ever-evolving inventory of 12,000+ rugs—spanning antique Persian masterpieces, transitional Persian designs, and rare regional weaves. If you’re searching for a specific look, size, or palette, let us do the digging.
Chat with an Arsin Agent and try keywords like: “antique Persian Tabriz navy medallion,” “Persian Sultanabad oversize beige floral,” “Persian Tehran cream medallion,” “Persian transitional brown beige allover,” or “light blue Persian oversize floral.” Share your room dimensions and preferred color story, and we’ll curate options that feel made for your space.











