Vintage Persian Lori Rug

Vintage Persian Lori Rug

250 x 142 cm (8'2" x 4'8")Origin: IranSKU: NR-0349
$3,000.00
$3,000.00
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Hand-knotted by the Lori tribes who inhabit the rugged Zagros Mountain regions of western and southwestern Iran, these rugs reflect one of Persia’s oldest tribal weaving traditions.
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Hand-knotted by the Lori tribes who inhabit the rugged Zagros Mountain regions of western and southwestern Iran, these rugs reflect one of Persia’s oldest tribal weaving traditions. The Lori people have lived across areas spanning the region for centuries. Historically semi-nomadic pastoralists, the Lori tribes moved seasonally through mountain valleys with their livestock, and weaving developed as an essential household craft used to furnish tents and homes.

Unlike workshop or city rugs woven from precise graphs, Lori rugs are typically created from memory, intuition, and generational knowledge passed down through families. This gives them a highly individual and spontaneous character with more rustic aesthetic and strong tribal identity.

Construction traditionally features hand-spun wool piled onto wool or occasionally cotton foundations, using the Persian asymmetric knot. The wool is often sourced from the tribe’s own sheep grazing in high-altitude pastures, producing fibres that are durable yet soft with a natural lustre. The weaving is typically sturdy and practical, designed to withstand everyday living. As with most tribal pieces, slight irregularities in shape and pattern are expected and celebrated as hallmarks of genuine hand craftsmanship rather than imperfections.

Many Lori rugs incorporate ancient tribal symbols and protective motifs believed to bring good fortune and ward off harm. Occasionally, stylised animals, plants, and abstract interpretations of the natural landscape appear, reflecting the weavers’ close connection to their mountainous environment.

Every Lori rug is entirely unique, shaped by the individual weaver’s creativity and daily life rather than strict design rules. Once completed, these rugs were historically traded through regional markets and caravan routes, allowing them to travel far beyond the Zagros Mountains while preserving the spirit and cultural heritage of the Lori people.

Kindly Note: This rug is part of our upcoming container shipment, due to arrive mid to end of February 2026. Once received at our Melbourne warehouse, it will be dispatched immediately.

Only one piece available. Ordering ahead secures this piece for you.

Hand-spun wool pile on a cotton foundation, made entirely from natural fibres.
Hand-knotted.

Vintage. Carefully washed and revitalised, with any required restoration completed by skilled hands, allowing the piece to begin a new chapter in excellent condition.

Circa 1960–1980.

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These pieces weren't made for a showroom. They were made to be walked on, lived with and passed down. Buy one and it'll outlast the house it's in.

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At Najaf Rugs, our founder has spent 40 years washing, repairing and weaving rugs by hand. When he selects a piece, he knows exactly what he's looking at.

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Rugs Like Nowhere Else

Every piece is handpicked or made by us. Never in bulk, never for trend. Only because it genuinely stopped us in our tracks.

Najaf Rugs
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More Than a Rug

These pieces weren't made for a showroom. They were made to be walked on, lived with and passed down. Buy one and it'll outlast the house it's in.

Najaf Rugs
Najaf Rugs

Unique Approach

At Najaf Rugs, our founder has spent 40 years washing, repairing and weaving rugs by hand. When he selects a piece, he knows exactly what he's looking at.

Najaf Rugs
Najaf Rugs

Rugs Like Nowhere Else

Every piece is handpicked or made by us. Never in bulk, never for trend. Only because it genuinely stopped us in our tracks.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Will the rug look the same in person as it does online?

We photograph every rug in natural light with minimal editing, so the colours you see are as true to life as possible. It’s something we take a lot of care with, and something our customers often comment on.

That said, colours can shift slightly depending on your screen or the lighting in your home. If you’d like extra photos or a video before purchasing, we’re always happy to help.

How long does delivery usually take?

Delivery times depend on your location.

For most Australian orders, delivery is quite quick. NSW and VIC typically arrive within 1–2 business days, the ACT within 2–3 business days, QLD and TAS within 2–4 business days, and WA and the NT within 3–6 business days.

Most international deliveries arrive within 1–4 weeks.

You can find more detailed timeframes on our Shipping & Delivery page: Shipping & Delivery.

Can I see this rug in person before I decide?

Of course. You’re very welcome to visit our Rowville warehouse to view rugs in person.

If there’s a particular piece you’d like to see, just let us know in advance and we’ll have it ready for you.

All visits are by appointment, but we’re very flexible with timing and happy to work around what suits you best. Feel free to give us a call or message us anytime and we’ll find a time that works.

What if the rug isn't quite right?

We want you to feel completely confident in your purchase. If something doesn’t feel right once you’ve seen it in your space, we’re here to help.

We accept returns or exchanges on full-priced items, meaning pieces that are not part of our clearance collection.

Returns must be initiated within 4 days of receiving your order, or within 4 days of purchase if bought in person.

As each rug is handmade and one of a kind, we keep this window short so that any returned piece can be offered again in the same condition.

Rugs must be returned in the same condition they were received.

For full details, please see our Returns & Exchanges page: Returns & Exchanges.

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