Harshang / Crab Rugs
The Harshang—Persian for “crab”—is a bold, stylized floral motif that is a signature of antique Caucasian and Northwest Persian (Heriz and Bakshaish) weaving. Characterized by large, oval blossoms with protruding “claws” or “legs,” this motif evolved from the sophisticated palmettes of the Safavid era into a more rugged, geometric form favored by village weavers.
The Harshang crab design typically anchors a rhythmic, all-over pattern that feels powerful and grounded. These rugs are celebrated for their “primitive” strength and their ability to stand up to heavy furniture and high-traffic areas. A Harshang rug is a perfect choice for those who love the graphic, tribal energy of the Caucasus but desire the floral soul of a traditional Persian carpet.
Crab designs rugs capture the vibrant spirit of the ocean, bringing an element of coastal charm and playful sophistication to your floor. Perfect for seaside homes or adding an unexpected aquatic motif to any space, discover more about the history and meaning behind crab designs motifs and how they are interpreted in weaving.
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Important Early “Harshang” Pattern Antique 18th-Century Coral Northeast Persian Khorasan Carpet
$13,600.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 5 ft 10 in x 9 ft 3 in (1.78 m x 2.82 m) -
Antique Agra Oversized Square Wool Blue Rug
$75,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 23 ft x 23 ft (7.01 m x 7.01 m) -
Antique Chinese Room Size Wool Ivory Rug
$5,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 10 ft 2 in x 13 ft 9 in (3.10 m x 4.19 m) -
Exciting Bold Tribal Geometric Grid Pattern Antique Caucasian Moghan Rug
$9,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft x 8 ft (1.22 m x 2.44 m) -
Chinese Antique – Peking 1890s Blue Rectangle Knotted Wool Small Scatter Size Rug
$6,600.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft 2 in x 7 ft (1.27 m x 2.13 m) -
Colorful Tribal Crab Border Antique Colorful Caucasian Moghan Rug
$8,600.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft 2 in x 6 ft 8 in (1.27 m x 2.03 m) -
Large Size Antique Floral Pattern Chinese Art Deco Carpet
$22,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 11 ft 8 in x 19 ft 8 in (3.56 m x 5.99 m) -
Jewel Tone Antique Tribal Persian Harshang Design Room Size Bidjar Rug
$38,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 11 ft 8 in x 14 ft 2 in (3.56 m x 4.32 m) -
Blue Tribal Geometric Antique Late 19th Century Persian Room Size Malayer Carpet
$45,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 12 ft x 13 ft 9 in (3.66 m x 4.19 m) -
Antique Tribal Harshang Crab Design NW Persian Kurdish Hallway Runner Rug
$8,300.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft x 10 ft 5 in (1.22 m x 3.18 m) -
Large Oversized Antique Fine Allover Blue Persian Kerman Carpet
$52,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 16 ft 6 in x 22 ft 6 in (5.03 m x 6.86 m) -
Antique Caucasian Blue Tribal Paisley Wool Hallway Runner Kazak Rug
$13,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 2 in x 10 ft 10 in (0.97 m x 3.30 m) -
Antique Tribal Geometric Crab Design Border Caucasian Kuba Rug
$5,900.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 9 in x 5 ft 3 in (1.14 m x 1.60 m) -
Antique Kurdish Hallway Runner Wool Red Rug
$11,600.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 2 in x 12 ft 8 in (0.97 m x 3.86 m) -
Antique Persian Khorassan Large Room Size Wool Dark Rug
$96,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 8 ft 8 in x 18 ft 8 in (2.64 m x 5.69 m) -
Iris Sophisticated Brown Hand Knotted Wool Rug
$386.00 New RugsRug sizes: 5 ft x 8 ft (1.52 m x 2.44 m)
