Classic Persian vintage rug in compact size

2x2.5 Antique Kerman Square Rug Mat

Vintage Persian craftsmanship

Product Details

Category
Rugs
Size
2' x 2'5"
Condition
Wear across foundation and knot heads
Colors
Navy blue, cochineal red, rose, ivory, antique ivory, beige, fuchsia purple selvages
Origin
Persia
Construction
Hand knotted
Cleaning
Professionally cleaned
Years
Circa 1910's vintage

What arrives

One 2x2.5 Antique Kerman Square Rug Mat

Compact dimensions for versatile placement

Size and Fit

Handled with care from Old New House®

Shipping & Returns

Ships within 1-3 business days via UPS Ground or freight if needed. Tracking and insurance included.

Ships within 1-3 business days via UPS Ground or freight by best bid from trusted companies. Shipments insured and include tracking.

30 day returns policy with no label or restocking fees. Item must be in transit within 3 days of receiving return label.

30 day returns accepted with no label or restocking fee. Customer item must be in transit within 3 days of receiving return label.
2x2.5 Antique Kerman Square Rug Mat showing starburst center medallion and floral pattern in navy, red and ivory colors

A small square with a long memory

A 1910s Persian Kerman rug mat, mellowed to ivory and rose with a navy starburst medallion and fuchsia selvage—clean, secure, and quietly radiant.

Found moments

The welcome underfoot

A Kerman in miniature

Little entries and by-the-bed corners can feel unfinished. The 2x2.5 Antique Kerman Square Rug Mat settles the space with a classic concentric medallion and floral field softened by time. Its compact square footprint lays a point of warmth where feet land first and last each day. Fully secured sides and ends mean its age reads as character, not fuss.

Softness with history

Color carries memory. Navy blue, cochineal red, rose, and antique ivory come together in a hand-knotted Kerman from the 1910s, recently professionally cleaned for in-home use. The gentle wear to foundation and knot heads gives a lived-in ease that blends with old floors and new habits. It’s the kind of piece that makes passing through feel like arriving.

For the keeper of thresholds

Someone who favors well-lived textiles and wants a small, storied rug to ground a doorway, kitchen stand, or bedside.

Where it lands

Set it at a kitchen prep spot, by the bed, or inside the door to warm a daily pause without crowding the room.
Old New House® brand cover

Legacy in every knot

About Old New House®

Old New House® brings a generational eye to hand‑picked vintage and antique rugs. Dave draws on a four‑generation line on his mother’s side and a five‑generation lineage on his father’s side in designing, manufacturing and importing hand knotted rugs dating to the mid‑1800s. Together with Melissa—who photographs and edits every listing—they curate each textile and also make one‑of‑a‑kind furniture and pillows. Operating from a flagship showroom in the NYC suburbs and balancing family life with two young children, they prioritize quality, craftsmanship, and the decorative story behind each piece. If you want authentic hand‑knotted construction presented with thoughtful photography and considered editing, Old New House® offers highly curated, sustainable‑luxury choices that sit comfortably in modern interiors.
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Common questions answered

FAQ

What are the exact dimensions?
It measures 2 feet by 2 feet 5 inches.
How old is this rug mat?
It is a hand-knotted Persian Kerman from the 1910s.
What colors stand out in person?
Navy blue, cochineal red, rose, ivory, antique ivory, beige, and fuchsia-purple on the selvages.
What is the condition?
There is wear across to the foundation and knot heads, with fully secured sides and ends and a newer purple side cord selvage wrap.
Is it ready to place in a home?
Yes, it has been recently professionally cleaned and is ready for in-home use.