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Vintage Fine Lilihan Carpet 12x18.5
- Authentic Vintage
- Hand-Knotted
- Recently Cleaned
- Original Selvages
- One of One
$20,990.00
$17,000.00
or pay monthly at checkout with ShopPay
Typical response within 24 hours
Print tear sheetHand-knotted in Persia (Iran) circa 1940s, with the soft wear and color depth only time produces. The pile is wool, the foundation cotton.
Allover covered field in a repeating Herati design motif depicting two serrated leaves and a central floral design element said to be symbolic of two fish in a never ending pursuit around the world. Colors run across navy blue, dusty blush, antique ivory, and denim blue.
Sized at 12'3" × 18'8" (373 × 569 cm), a great-room piece — sized for formal dining, large living rooms, or open-plan spaces.
Built to outlast the room it moves into, and the one after that.
Like to know more? Contact Customer Service
- Origin
- Persia (Iran)
- Era
- Vintage, circa 1940s
- Construction
- Hand-knotted
- Pile
- Wool (80%)
- Foundation
- Cotton (20%)
- Dimensions
- 12'3" × 18'8" (373 × 569 cm)
- Pattern
- Allover covered field in a repeating Herati design motif depicting two serrated leaves and a central floral design element said to be symbolic of two fish in a never ending pursuit around the world
- Colors
- Navy Blue, Dusty Blush, Antique Ivory, Denim Blue
- Condition
Areas of pile and knot heads. Original side cord selvages intact. Fully secured sides and ends. Recently professionally cleaned ready for in-home use!
- Item ID
- ee004140
- Source
- Old New House, Katonah NY
Hand-knotted rug dimensions are accurate within a few inches. Large and oversize carpets may vary slightly due to finishing process and inherent variation in hand-knotted construction. All measurements exclude fringe. Contact us for exact dimensions before purchase if critical for your space.
Why does a vintage lilihan carpet 12x18.5 cost more than a new machine-made rug?
This rug was hand-knotted one knot at a time in Persia, likely over many months. It's one of a kind, can't be reproduced, and carries the patina of decades of real use. Machine-made rugs cost less because they're mass-produced in hours — they also wear out in years, not generations.
How long will a hand-knotted Lilihan rug last?
Properly cared for, hand-knotted wool rugs last fifty to a hundred years or more. This one has already been in use for decades and still has life left. Rotate it twice a year, keep it out of direct sunlight, and have it professionally cleaned every few years to extend the life further.
How do I clean it?
Vacuum regularly without a beater bar — brush attachment only. Blot spills immediately with a clean cloth and cold water. For real cleaning, use a professional rug cleaner who specializes in hand-knotted wool. Never steam clean, never use carpet shampoo, and never put it through a washing machine.
Where does this rug come from and how do I know it's authentic?
It was made in Persia circa 1940s and sourced directly from Old New House in Katonah, New York. Old New House was founded by Dave and Melissa Dilmaghani — Dave is a fourth-generation rug dealer on his mother's side and fifth on his father's, with a family lineage in hand-knotted carpets going back to the mid-1800s. He dates and describes every rug personally.
What's the condition like?
Areas of pile and knot heads. Original side cord selvages intact. Fully secured sides and ends. It has been professionally cleaned and is ready for immediate in-home use. Because this is a vintage piece, expect honest signs of age — that's part of the character, and it's priced accordingly.
Insured delivery, scheduled with you. Due to size and weight, rugs ship via insured ground freight. Basic curbside outbound freight is included if the rug is kept. Lift-gate service available on request — contact us before purchase for a line-item invoice.
Typical dispatch: 1–3 business days. Transit: 7–14 business days within the contiguous US.
Read the full shipping policy.
International shipments outside the contiguous USA are final sale. Shipping coverage may be limited in insurance amount, delivery method, and delivery destination — typically the nearest metropolitan area. Contact us before purchase for international quotes.
Condition guaranteed as described. Returns on rugs are firm at 3 days from delivery, by tracked drop-off. Buyer is responsible for original outbound shipping cost and return shipping.
Contact us before purchase with any questions or concerns about return — we are happy to help you decide.
To begin a return, please contact customer service. Read the full returns policy for details.
Vintage Fine Lilihan Carpet 12x18.5
- Authentic Vintage
- Hand-Knotted
- Recently Cleaned
- Original Selvages
- One of One
$20,990.00
$17,000.00
or pay monthly at checkout with ShopPay
1
Typical response within 24 hours
Print tear sheetHand-knotted in Persia (Iran) circa 1940s, with the soft wear and color depth only time produces. The pile is wool, the foundation cotton.
Allover covered field in a repeating Herati design motif depicting two serrated leaves and a central floral design element said to be symbolic of two fish in a never ending pursuit around the world. Colors run across navy blue, dusty blush, antique ivory, and denim blue.
Sized at 12'3" × 18'8" (373 × 569 cm), a great-room piece — sized for formal dining, large living rooms, or open-plan spaces.
Built to outlast the room it moves into, and the one after that.
Like to know more? Contact Customer Service
- Origin
- Persia (Iran)
- Era
- Vintage, circa 1940s
- Construction
- Hand-knotted
- Pile
- Wool (80%)
- Foundation
- Cotton (20%)
- Dimensions
- 12'3" × 18'8" (373 × 569 cm)
- Pattern
- Allover covered field in a repeating Herati design motif depicting two serrated leaves and a central floral design element said to be symbolic of two fish in a never ending pursuit around the world
- Colors
- Navy Blue, Dusty Blush, Antique Ivory, Denim Blue
- Condition
Areas of pile and knot heads. Original side cord selvages intact. Fully secured sides and ends. Recently professionally cleaned ready for in-home use!
- Item ID
- ee004140
- Source
- Old New House, Katonah NY
Hand-knotted rug dimensions are accurate within a few inches. Large and oversize carpets may vary slightly due to finishing process and inherent variation in hand-knotted construction. All measurements exclude fringe. Contact us for exact dimensions before purchase if critical for your space.
Why does a vintage lilihan carpet 12x18.5 cost more than a new machine-made rug?
This rug was hand-knotted one knot at a time in Persia, likely over many months. It's one of a kind, can't be reproduced, and carries the patina of decades of real use. Machine-made rugs cost less because they're mass-produced in hours — they also wear out in years, not generations.
How long will a hand-knotted Lilihan rug last?
Properly cared for, hand-knotted wool rugs last fifty to a hundred years or more. This one has already been in use for decades and still has life left. Rotate it twice a year, keep it out of direct sunlight, and have it professionally cleaned every few years to extend the life further.
How do I clean it?
Vacuum regularly without a beater bar — brush attachment only. Blot spills immediately with a clean cloth and cold water. For real cleaning, use a professional rug cleaner who specializes in hand-knotted wool. Never steam clean, never use carpet shampoo, and never put it through a washing machine.
Where does this rug come from and how do I know it's authentic?
It was made in Persia circa 1940s and sourced directly from Old New House in Katonah, New York. Old New House was founded by Dave and Melissa Dilmaghani — Dave is a fourth-generation rug dealer on his mother's side and fifth on his father's, with a family lineage in hand-knotted carpets going back to the mid-1800s. He dates and describes every rug personally.
What's the condition like?
Areas of pile and knot heads. Original side cord selvages intact. Fully secured sides and ends. It has been professionally cleaned and is ready for immediate in-home use. Because this is a vintage piece, expect honest signs of age — that's part of the character, and it's priced accordingly.
Insured delivery, scheduled with you. Due to size and weight, rugs ship via insured ground freight. Basic curbside outbound freight is included if the rug is kept. Lift-gate service available on request — contact us before purchase for a line-item invoice.
Typical dispatch: 1–3 business days. Transit: 7–14 business days within the contiguous US.
Read the full shipping policy.
International shipments outside the contiguous USA are final sale. Shipping coverage may be limited in insurance amount, delivery method, and delivery destination — typically the nearest metropolitan area. Contact us before purchase for international quotes.
Condition guaranteed as described. Returns on rugs are firm at 3 days from delivery, by tracked drop-off. Buyer is responsible for original outbound shipping cost and return shipping.
Contact us before purchase with any questions or concerns about return — we are happy to help you decide.
To begin a return, please contact customer service. Read the full returns policy for details.
The Maison Perrin promise
Why buy a rug from Maison Perrin
Authenticated provenance
Every rug is hand-selected and sourced from a fourth-generation rug dealer with three decades of trade experience. We do not sell machine-made or reproduction rugs.
Condition guaranteed as described
Returns on rugs are firm at 3 days from delivery, by tracked drop-off. Buyer is responsible for the original outbound shipping cost and return shipping. Contact us before purchase with any questions or concerns about return — we’re happy to help you decide.
Insured delivery, scheduled with you
Rugs ship via insured ground freight with signature required. We’ll contact you within one business day of purchase to coordinate the delivery window. Typical transit: 7–14 business days. White-glove delivery available on request.
One of one
Once a rug sells, the listing comes down. There is no second chance, and no two of these exist.
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What our customers say
“My order arrived quickly, was well-protected for shipping, and in great condition. Would return to this seller any time the need arises.”
Susan“I had an issue with my order and they were quick to resolve it and very kind.”
Evan G.“Just as described. Arrived well packaged and without damage.”
Misty“Was delivered quickly and in good shape. Well packaged.”
Andrea“Arrived in perfect shape. So excited to look at this beauty every day.”
Angela“Arrived quickly and looks just like the one they had pictured.”
Chuck“Items arrived well packaged and of very good quality, as described.”
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