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How can I tell if a rug is antique?
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Determining the age of a rug often depends on the style of rug because different styles have evolved at their own rates and with their own characteristics. One thing you can look for is a date; some rugs weave the year into the border. Another thing to make note of is the color of the rug. Bright dyes and synthetic fibers weren’t available until the 1920s for rugs, so authentic antique rugs will have muted tones. Shop a collection of vetted antique rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Antique Kilim Rugs on 1stDibs
Kuba Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Kuba Kilim rug. An old tribal Kilim rug from the Caucasus with somewhat unusual design.
Category
Early 20th Century Azerbaijani More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim rug 3' x 4'11''.
Category
Vintage 1920s Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Kilim Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Kilim rug
Measurement: 9'8" x 11'10".
Category
Antique Early 1900s Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Kagizman Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Kagizman Kilim rug. An antique Kurdish Kilim rug with great design and colors.
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Fethiye Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Fethiye Kilim rug. A superb antique kilim rug that would have been draped over the leading
Category
Antique 19th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Striped Kilim Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand woven striped kilim rug from Northwest Persia circa 1900. Measures 11'4 x 8'5. Made of wool
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool