Bijar
About this collection
Looking to buy a Bijar rug? Every Bijar here is a genuine hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind piece the famously dense, heavy and durable “Iron Rug of Persia” from Kurdish Iran. Sold maker-direct by a family of weavers and curators since 1970, shipped free across the U.S. Every product page states the rug’s real origin and age.
New to these rugs? Read our complete guide, or explore the full Rug Encyclopedia. Prefer to see one first? Book a showroom viewing or a live video call.
You can buy authentic hand-knotted Bijar rugs directly from Arteverk — a Houston family of rug makers and curators, selling maker-direct since 1970. Every Bijar rug here is a genuine one-of-a-kind piece, viewable in our Houston showroom or by live video and shipped free across the U.S.
About Bijar Rugs
Bijar rugs are famous as the 'iron rugs' of Persia — an exceptionally dense, durable weave carrying herati and medallion designs built to last generations.
Read the full Bijar guide →Not sure where to start? Find My Rug
The Onyx Grove
The Ink Cascade
The Verdigris Pavilion
The Sage Medallion
The Ivory Steppe
The Clove Cartouche
The Brass Lantern
The Terracotta Frontier
The Pomegranate Mosaic
The Saffron Hearth
The Persimmon Meadow
Common questions about Bijar
Where can I buy an authentic hand-knotted Bijar rug?
From Arteverk — a Houston family of rug makers and curators, maker-direct since 1970, with a showroom, live video walkthroughs and free nationwide shipping. Every Bijar rug we carry is a genuine hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind piece.
Are these Bijar rugs hand-knotted?
Yes — every Bijar rug here is genuinely hand-knotted in wool, tied knot by knot by hand. The construction, origin and age are stated on every product page.
What makes a Bijar rug valuable?
Its hand-knotting, the quality of the wool, the finesse of the weave, its size and its age. Because each is one of a kind, the current price is shown on every rug.
What sizes do Bijar rugs come in?
From small accents through room sizes like 8x10 and 9x12 up to oversize pieces and runners — use the size filter above, or ask us to source a specific size.