Tree Of Life Rugs
Tree of Life rugs are among the most evocative and symbolically rich carpets in the world of textile art, centered on an ancient motif that represents growth, renewal, connection, and the cycle of life. Across diverse weaving traditions — from Persian and Anatolian carpets to Caucasian and Indian rugs — the Tree of Life design conveys a visual narrative that bridges nature, spirituality, and human experience, often depicting a central tree with branching limbs that reach upward and roots that extend downward, linking earth and sky.
In many cultures, the Tree of Life is more than a decorative element: it is a symbol of protection, wisdom, and eternal continuity, with branches that may be adorned with stylized leaves, flowers, birds, or other creatures, each carrying its own meaning. In Persian carpets, for example, these rugs sometimes incorporate pairs of birds perched in the tree — archetypes of harmony and companionship — or patterned foliage that suggests abundance and flourishing life.
Design interpretations vary widely, from highly detailed and naturalistic compositions to more abstract, geometric renditions, depending on the region, period, and weaving tradition. Whether rendered in rich jewel tones or soft, earthy palettes, Tree of Life rugs bring a sense of biological harmony and symbolic depth to interiors, making them cherished both as artistic statements and meaningful heirloom pieces.
Celebrated by collectors, designers, and homeowners alike, Tree of Life rugs offer a timeless synthesis of narrative imagery and textile craftsmanship, anchoring spaces with visual warmth and cultural resonance.
The Tree of Life motif is one of the most enduring and evocative designs in rug artistry, cherished across cultures and centuries for its rich symbolism and timeless beauty. Woven into the very fabric of life and nature, this iconic pattern traditionally represents growth, renewal, and the deep connection between earth and sky — a bridge between the physical and the spiritual. Seen most often in Persian and Anatolian weaving traditions, Tree of Life rugs invite a sense of harmony and continuity into any space, transforming floors into stories of life’s cycle, resilience, and hope.
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Antique Chinese Tree of Life Small Blue Peking Oval Area Rug
$1,600.00 Antique RugsSKU: 23224Rug sizes: 2 ft x 3 ft 8 in (0.61 m x 1.12 m) -
Ivory Artistic Antique Folk Art Tree Of Life Design American Hooked Rug
$6,750.00 Antique RugsSKU: 25962Rug sizes: 4 ft 2 in x 6 ft 5 in (1.27 m x 1.96 m) -
Small Antique Floral Chinese Walter Nichols Art Deco Blue Oval Scatter Rug
$5,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 22973Rug sizes: 4 ft 2 in x 6 ft 10 in (1.27 m x 2.08 m) -
Antique American Hooked Allover Floral Wool Ivory Beige Cream White 1930s Rug
$1,200.00 Antique RugsSKU: 6752Rug sizes: 2 ft 5 in x 4 ft 3 in (0.74 m x 1.30 m) -
1920s Antique Blue Peking Chinese Wool Hallway Runner Rug
$7,800.00 Antique RugsSKU: 26043Rug sizes: 3 ft 1 in x 8 ft 10 in (0.94 m x 2.69 m) -
Decorative Light Blue Color Antique Long and Narrow Oversized Indian Gallery Rug
$39,000.00 Antique RugsSKU: 26025Rug sizes: 6 ft 8 in x 27 ft (2.03 m x 8.23 m) -
Blue , Coral Antique Persian Kurdish Blue and Coral 1900s Hallway Runner Rug
$9,750.00 Antique RugsSKU: 25622Rug sizes: 2 ft 8 in x 17 ft 2 in (0.81 m x 5.23 m) -
Antique Tahran Persian Knotted Rug
$30,000.00 Antique RugsSKU: 22823Rug sizes: 9 ft 6 in x 13 ft 10 in (2.90 m x 4.22 m) -
Red Antique Bessarabian Allover Geometric Tree Of Life Pattern Flatweave Kilim Rug
$11,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 22770Rug sizes: 6 ft 6 in x 12 ft 4 in (1.98 m x 3.76 m) -
Small Tribal Geometric Tree Of Life Pattern Antique Ivory Persian Malayer Rug
$3,750.00 Antique RugsSKU: 22749Rug sizes: 3 ft 4 in x 5 ft 6 in (1.02 m x 1.68 m) -
Cream Color Antique Tribal Geometric Tree Of Life Pattern Persian Baluch Rug
$4,125.00 Antique RugsSKU: 22726Rug sizes: 2 ft 8 in x 4 ft 8 in (0.81 m x 1.42 m) -
Antique Kashan – Silk Small Scatter Size Wool Ivory Rug
$45,000.00 Antique RugsSKU: 22670Rug sizes: 4 ft 3 in x 6 ft 8 in (1.30 m x 2.03 m) -
Tribal Geometric Weeping Willow Tree Of Life Design Antique Ivory NW Persian Rug
$18,600.00 Antique RugsSKU: 21455Rug sizes: 5 ft 3 in x 11 ft 2 in (1.60 m x 3.40 m) -
Early 19th Century Antique NW Persian Tribal Shrub Design Hallway Runner
$22,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 21410Rug sizes: 4 ft 5 in x 12 ft 3 in (1.35 m x 3.73 m) -
Fine Light Faded Blue Antique Persian Tree Of Live Design Room Size Khorassan Rug
$16,800.00 Antique RugsSKU: 21400Rug sizes: 9 ft 3 in x 12 ft (2.82 m x 3.66 m) -
Warm Tribal Animal Design Antique Cotton Indian Agra Area Rug
$3,375.00 Antique RugsSKU: 21330Rug sizes: 4 ft x 6 ft 8 in (1.22 m x 2.03 m) -
Coral Rustic Tribal Antique NW Persian Wool Pile Hand Knotted 19th Century Hallway Runner Rug
$4,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 21166Rug sizes: 3 ft x 13 ft (0.91 m x 3.96 m) -
Antique Central Asian Tribal Yamoud Tent Band Rug
$30,000.00 Antique RugsSKU: 20958Rug sizes: 1 ft x 37 ft 7 in (0.30 m x 11.46 m) -
Antique Large Size Rustic Allover Pomegranate Design Hand Knotted Pile East Turkestan Khotan Rug
$16,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 20028Rug sizes: 8 ft 8 in x 18 ft 4 in (2.64 m x 5.59 m) -
Ivory Background Small Size Antique Tribal Geometric Persian Tree Of Life Pattern Malayer Rug
$3,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 19043Rug sizes: 5 ft x 6 ft 2 in (1.52 m x 1.88 m) -
Light Blue Antique Oversized Persian Mostofi Design Sultanabad Rug
$162,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 17982Rug sizes: 15 ft x 24 ft 6 in (4.57 m x 7.47 m) -
Spectacular Fine Weave Luxurious Antique Collectible Mid 19th Century Persian Silk Heriz Rug
$119,000.00 Antique RugsSKU: 24974Rug sizes: 4 ft 3 in x 5 ft 10 in (1.30 m x 1.78 m) -
Large Size Intricate Floral Pattern Fine Antique Coral Persian Khorassan Area Rug
$23,500.00 Antique RugsSKU: 24939Rug sizes: 11 ft 9 in x 18 ft 4 in (3.58 m x 5.59 m) -
Red Artistic Floral Tree Of Life Design Small Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
$12,600.00 Antique RugsSKU: 24270Rug sizes: 4 ft 7 in x 6 ft 2 in (1.40 m x 1.88 m)
