Modern Oriental Rugs
Artful expression for your floor
At Jakobson Carpets, you will find a carefully curated selection of Persian Rugs and Oriental Rugs — hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind pieces with timeless appeal, premium materials and finely balanced patterns. Each piece is carefully selected to bring natural warmth, calm and character to your home. Whether classic, modern or subtly expressive — discover your personal favourite and buy it online with ease: with a certificate of authenticity, a 31-day return policy and a 3-year warranty.
Discover carefully selected hand-knotted rugs from renowned rug-making regions, crafted from wool, cotton or silk and ranging from classic to contemporary styles. Since 1995, we have selected each one-of-a-kind piece with careful attention to provenance, craftsmanship, materials and overall character – helping you find a rug that suits your room, your interior and your personal style.
Detailed information on dimensions, materials and provenance, together with personal advice and reliable service, helps you make your choice online at your own pace and assess the rug afterwards in your own home.
Persian rugs originate in modern-day Iran and are shaped by centuries-old regional weaving traditions. Nain, Isfahan, Qom and Tabriz differ in their patterns, colour palettes, materials and fineness of knotting. The broader term Oriental rug also encompasses handmade rugs from various countries and regions, each with its own distinctive craftsmanship and design traditions.
Persian rugs: Hand-knotted one-of-a-kind pieces from Iran, distinguished by regional patterns, materials and characteristic provenances.
Oriental rugs: Handmade rugs from a variety of rug-making regions – from classic floral designs to geometric patterns and contemporary interpretations.
Modern Oriental rugs: Traditional craftsmanship meets understated patterns, harmonious colours and contemporary interiors.
Qom silk rugs: Finely knotted pieces with precise designs, exceptional detail and the distinctive lustre of high-quality silk.
Ziegler rugs: Harmonious colour palettes and softly classic ornaments that work beautifully in both modern and traditional interiors.
Kilim rugs: Traditionally handwoven rugs with a flat weave, low weight and clear, often geometric patterns.
The quality of a hand-knotted rug cannot be judged by knot density alone. Materials, provenance, craftsmanship, pile, condition and the overall balance of the individual piece are equally important. On traditionally hand-knotted rugs, the pattern is generally visible on the reverse as well; the fringes form part of the rug's foundation warp rather than simply being added afterwards.
Wool, cotton and silk influence texture, lustre, durability and care requirements. Small variations in lines, dimensions or knotting may occur as a result of traditional craftsmanship and contribute to the individual character of each one-of-a-kind piece.
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The right rug size brings furniture and room together into a harmonious whole. A generously sized rug can visually unite a seating area, while smaller rugs can be used to define individual zones. Alongside dimensions, flooring, natural light, colours and furniture placement all influence how a rug works within a room.
Durable wool rugs are often a good choice for frequently used living spaces. Silk has a particularly refined appearance and changes subtly with the light, while kilims feel light, versatile and uncomplicated thanks to their flat-woven construction.
Every rug is carefully selected, described in detail and checked again before dispatch. Clear information on size, provenance, materials and craftsmanship makes comparison easier, while our team is available to offer personal advice if you have questions about your choice or how a rug may work in your room. This allows you to select your one-of-a-kind piece conveniently online and then assess it at your leisure in your own home.
Look for clear information on materials, provenance, dimensions and craftsmanship, as well as transparent terms for shipping, returns and warranty. For eligible hand-knotted rugs priced at €300 or more, Jakobson Carpets provides a certificate of authenticity detailing the key characteristics of the individual piece.
Oriental rug is the broader term for handmade rugs from various countries and rug-making regions. Persian rugs are made in modern-day Iran and therefore belong to this wider group. Regional weaving traditions, patterns and materials shape the distinctive character of each provenance.
Consider the size of the room, the arrangement of your furniture and the effect you want to create. In the living room, a rug should visually connect the seating area; in the dining room, a sufficiently large rug helps ensure that the chairs remain on it as far as possible even when pulled back.
Yes. You have 31 days to experience the rug in your home and assess its size, colours and overall effect under your actual lighting conditions and alongside your furnishings.