Vintage-Inspired & Persian Rugs

Generally a rug between 30 and 100 years old that's been used and shows the patina of years — softened pile, mellowed dyes, the occasional asymmetry that comes from being woven by hand rather than machine. Newer than that is "second-hand"; older is "antique."

Almost always. Vintage wool rugs from the early-to-mid-20th century were made by hand — the technique is part of why they've survived this long. Quince's vintage assortment is hand-knotted wool, the densest and longest-lasting construction available.

The main difference is character. New rugs come crisp; vintage rugs come softened, with colors that have lived through sunlight, footfall, and time. The wool is also typically more saturated — natural dyes used decades ago developed depth machine-applied dyes can't quite replicate.

Yes — that's actually their proof of durability. A vintage rug already has decades of use behind it and is still here. For high-traffic rooms, look for tighter pile and minimal repair work in the listing details.

Vacuum gently without a beater bar (which can stress aged fibers). Spot-clean spills immediately with cold water and mild wool detergent — blot, never rub. Every two to three years, professional wool-rug cleaning protects the patina without bleaching it out.

Because we source them one at a time. Each piece is its own history — the size, color story, and condition all vary by origin. That's the trade-off of vintage: you get character, not consistency. (And inventory turns over fast.)

Yes, rugs may be returned for a full refund or exchange within 365 days of the delivery date. Rugs are subject to a $35 restocking fee for storage and handling.