{"id":1877,"date":"2023-06-02T12:15:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-02T16:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/98.87.68.78\/the-differences-between-oriental-and-persian-rugs\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T19:11:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T19:11:45","slug":"the-differences-between-oriental-and-persian-rugs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/the-differences-between-oriental-and-persian-rugs\/","title":{"rendered":"The Differences Between Oriental and Persian Rugs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many industries, there are often terms and categories that (from the outside perspective) seem to overlap. The difference between <a href=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/oriental-rugs\">Oriental<\/a>&nbsp;and <a href=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/persian-rugs\">Persian<\/a>&nbsp;rugs is a perfect example of this. Despite the ways the two styles differ from each other, some home d\u00e9cor bloggers even use the terms interchangeably. Today we\u2019re discussing the cultural and visual differences between these styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/persian-rugs\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-6-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-6-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-6-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-6-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-6-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-6.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong>Characteristics of an Oriental Rug<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to differences in where they come from, Oriental and Persian <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/\" title=\"rugs\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">rugs<\/a> differ in style. Oriental rugs typically have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A wide variety of hand-knotted stylings<\/li><li>Geometric designs<\/li><li>Regional-specific patterns and colors that reflect the culture<\/li><li>A reputation for lasting for centuries (many Oriental rugs can date back to approximately 200 BCE!)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Characteristics of a Persian Rug<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heriz Serapi rugs have both a <a href=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/history-of-heriz-serapi-rugs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unique history<\/a> and a relative rarity compared to other types of rugs. This means that a Heriz Serapi rug can&nbsp;sometimes&nbsp;cost more than a comparable standard Persian rug. But this <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Much like Oriental rugs, Persian rugs and their weaving techniques have historical roots tracing back thousands of years. The features of a Persian rug often include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Large medallions in the center<\/li><li>Smaller, more intricate patterns worked into the design<\/li><li>A busy, ornate overall design<\/li><li>Culturally-specific motifs woven through the rug\u2019s pattern<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/oriental-rugs\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-7-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-7-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-7-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-7-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-7-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/rugsource.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Rug-Source-Photo-Template-7.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Similarities Between the Styles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As different as Oriental and Persian rugs are from each other, they still have several features in common. Their similarities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hand-knotting<\/li><li>Time-tested handwoven techniques.<\/li><li>High-grade materials (e.g. wool, cotton, and silk)<\/li><li>Vegetable-based dyes<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Buy Oriental and Persian Rugs at Rug Source!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/read.dendwell.com\/editorial\/persian-rugs#:~:text=First%2C%20the%20materials%20that%20go,many%20more%20years%2C%20possibly%20decades.\">purchase<\/a> an Oriental\u00a0or\u00a0Persian rug for your home, it\u2019s important to find a trusted rug-dealer and make an informed decision. At Rug Source, our team can help you pinpoint the differences between these two styles, plus help you decide which is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2019\/04\/30\/realestate\/how-to-choose-the-right-rug.html\">best for your home<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To get in touch with a team of trusted rug experts, send us a message&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rugsource.com\/contact-us\/\">here<\/a>&nbsp;or call our sales office at 980-422-4080. We look forward to serving you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In many industries, there are often terms and categories that (from the outside perspective) seem to overlap. 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