Exceptional Persian & Afghan Rugs at Auction
Discover museum-quality handmade carpets at a fraction of retail value. Bid with confidence — every piece comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Current Auction
Clearance Auction — Bidding Ends Sunday Feb 15 @ 4PM AEST
2,500+
Rugs Sold
15+
Years Experience
Australia-wide
Shipping
Certificate of
Authenticity
How It Works
Bidding on a beautiful handmade rug has never been easier. Follow these four simple steps.
Browse
Explore our curated collection of handmade rugs from Persia and Afghanistan
Register
Create your free account in under a minute to start bidding
Bid
Place your maximum bid and our proxy system bids on your behalf
Win
Receive your rug with a certificate of authenticity and valuation
Melbourne's Trusted Rug Auction House
Operated by PCTW Company, Persian Rug Auctions has been connecting collectors with exceptional handmade carpets for over 15 years. Our passion for authentic Persian and Afghan textiles drives everything we do.
Every rug in our collection is hand-selected by our expert team for its quality, craftsmanship, and provenance. We believe that everyone deserves to own a genuine handmade rug, and our auction format makes these extraordinary pieces accessible at a fraction of retail value.
Based in Melbourne, we ship Australia-wide with full insurance coverage. Each piece comes with a detailed certificate of authenticity and independent valuation, so you can bid with complete confidence.
Why Buy at Auction
Below Retail Prices
Save 40-80% compared to gallery prices. Our auction format means you set the price, and genuine competition keeps costs far below retail.
Guaranteed Authentic
Every rug comes with a certificate of authenticity and insurance valuation. We stand behind every piece we sell, no exceptions.
Curated Collection
Hand-selected rugs of exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Our experts source only the finest pieces from trusted artisans and collections.
What Our Collectors Say
Join thousands of satisfied collectors across Australia who have found their perfect rug through our auctions.
“Absolutely stunning rug and exceptional service. The online auction process was exciting and seamless. My Tabriz carpet is even more beautiful in person than in the photos. Highly recommend!”
Sarah M.
Sydney, NSW
“We've purchased three rugs from Persian Rug Auctions now. Each one has been of outstanding quality and far below retail prices. Majid's knowledge of Persian carpets is second to none.”
David & Helen K.
Melbourne, VIC
“As a first-time rug buyer, I was nervous about bidding online. The team was incredibly helpful, answering all my questions about the rugs and the auction process. My Heriz carpet is now the centrepiece of our living room.”
James T.
Brisbane, QLD
“The certificate of authenticity and valuation gave me great confidence in my purchase. The rug was carefully packed and arrived in perfect condition. Will definitely bid again!”
Patricia W.
Adelaide, SA
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