How can I tell if a rug is antique?

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.

What is a semi antique rug?

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How old does a rug have to be to be an antique?

Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.

How can I spot an antique Persian rug?

There are a few red flags you should look for in determining if you have an antique Persian rug. Firstly, check the fringe. Fringes on a Persian rug form from the end of warp yarns, and won’t be sewn on the back. Also check the colors. They should be crisp, with no bleeding of the dyes. Shop a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How much are antique Persian rugs worth?

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Antique Rag Rug

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Early 1900s American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Antique Rag Rug

W 17 in L 41 in

Antique Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Rag rug, size: 8'9" x 9'5".

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1880s American Antique Rag Rug

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Fabric, Wool

Antique Rag Rug

W 105 in L 113 in

Antique Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

An American specialty, rag rugs are flat-woven with sections of rags from worn out clothing or

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1920s American American Classical Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton

Antique Rag Rug

W 105 in L 126 in

Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug, size: 11'0" x 11'4".

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1880s American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Antique American Rag Rug

W 132 in L 136 in

Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug. Size: 9'3" x 12'0".

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1880s American Antique Rag Rug

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Fabric, Wool

Antique American Rag Rug

W 111 in L 144 in

Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug. Size: 12'8" x 14'8".

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Early 1900s American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Antique American Rag Rug

W 152 in L 176 in

Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug, size: 10'8" x 12'0".

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Early 1900s American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Antique American Rag Rug

W 128 in L 144 in

Large Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A large rare corridor size American Rag rug from the early 20th century Measures: 8' x 18'1''.

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Early 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Large Antique American Rag Rug

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W 86 in L 217 in

19th C Rag Rug Runner Rug

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful antique 19th C rag rug Runner. The rug is in great condition. The rag runner is from the

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

19th C Rag Rug Runner Rug

W 36 in L 720 in

Antique American Rag Rug 13'2" x 15'6"

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag Rug, Size: 13'2" x 15'6"

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1880s American Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton

Antique American Rag Rug 13'2" x 15'6"

W 158 in L 186 in

Pastel Large Room Size Rag Rug

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early wool rag rug with a small fringe at each end of the rug. This rug is in great as found

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1920s American Country Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Wool

Pastel Large Room Size Rag Rug

W 99 in L 118 in

Antique American Rag Rug 8' 6" x 12' 0"

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug. Size: 8'6" x 12'0".

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1890s American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Antique American Rag Rug 8' 6" x 12' 0"

W 102 in L 144 in

Set of Four Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of four rag rug pillows.

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Early 20th Century American Country Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton

Set of Four Rag Rug Pillows

H 22 in W 22 in D 6 in

Rag Rug Pillows, Set of Four

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 24" x 24" rag rug pillows - set of four.

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19th Century American Country Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Wool

Rag Rug Pillows, Set of Four

H 24 in W 24 in D 5 in

Rag Rug Pastel Pillows or Pairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Four rag rug pillows with cotton linen backings. One pair with black cotton linen and one pair of

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Early 20th Century American Country Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Cotton

Rag Rug Pastel Pillows or Pairs

H 22 in W 22 in D 6 in

19th Century Rag Rug Pillows / Collection of Five

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Collection of five 19th century rag rug pillows with cotton line backings. These rag rug pillows

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Late 19th Century American Country Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Rag Rug Pillows / Collection of Five

H 20 in W 20 in D 5 in

19th Century Rag Rug Pillows, Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These amazing early 19th century cotton rag rug pillows are so amazing the early country colors

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Rag Rug Pillows, Pair

H 22 in W 22 in D 0.5 in

Monumental Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug (139" x 97")

Located in Buffalo, NY

Monumental Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug (139" x 97"),, Unusual colors / pattern. minor

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1890s American Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Fabric

Monumental Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug (139" x 97")

W 97 in L 139 in

Vintage Rag Rug Pillows, Collection of Three

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These vintage rag rug pillows have a robin egg blue cotton linen backings. The condition of these

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Early 20th Century American Country Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Rag Rug Pillows, Collection of Three

H 16 in W 32 in D 6 in

19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 3' x 12'6" - 90 x 380 )

Located in New York, NY

19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 3' x 12'6" - 90 x 380 )

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1910s American Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 3' x 12'6" - 90 x 380 )

W 36 in L 150 in

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8'10" x 11'3" - 270 x 343 )

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8'10" x 11'3" - 270 x 343 )

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Late 19th Century American Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton, Wool

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8'10" x 11'3" - 270 x 343 )

W 106 in L 135 in

19th Century American Shaker Jute Rag Rug ( 2'10" x 29'4" - 86 x 894 )

Located in New York, NY

19th Century American Shaker Jute Rag Rug ( 2'10" x 29'4" - 86 x 894 )

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1870s American Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Jute

19th Century American Shaker Jute Rag Rug ( 2'10" x 29'4" - 86 x 894 )

W 34 in L 352 in

Early 20th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 3' x 26' - 90 x 792 )

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 3' x 26' - 90 x 792 )

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1910s Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton, Wool

Early 20th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 3' x 26' - 90 x 792 )

W 36 in L 312 in

19th Century Rag Rug Country Colors Pillows, 2

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These country colors 19th century rag rug pillows are in fantastic condition. Sold as a pair of

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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Rag Rug Country Colors Pillows, 2

H 22 in W 22 in D 6 in

Room Size Vintage American Rag Rug in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Red, Green, Ivory

Located in Barrington, IL

Vintage room size American rag rug in stripe pattern in vibrant colors including various shades of

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Room Size Vintage American Rag Rug in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Red, Green, Ivory

W 101 in L 147 in

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8' x 11' - 245 x 335 cm )

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8' x 11' - 245 x 335 cm )

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1910s American Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Fabric

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8' x 11' - 245 x 335 cm )

W 96 in L 132 in

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 2' x 3' - 60 x 90 cm )

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 2' x 3' - 60 x 90 cm )

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1890s American Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 2' x 3' - 60 x 90 cm )

W 24 in L 36 in

19th C Original Salmon Painted Trendle Bed W/ Rag Rug Cushion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

rag rug fabric. It comes with rag rug cushions & pillows. This bed is in amazing condition.

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Rag Rug

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Pine

19th C Original Salmon Painted Trendle Bed W/ Rag Rug Cushion

H 17 in W 44 in D 67 in

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8'6" x 9' 0" - 260 x 300 cm )

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8'6" x 9' 0" - 260 x 300 cm )

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1880s American Shaker Antique Rag Rug

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Fabric, Wool

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 8'6" x 9' 0" - 260 x 300 cm )

W 102 in L 118 in

Vintage American Rag Rug in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Yellow, Red, Pink, White

Located in Barrington, IL

Vintage American rag area rug from the early 1900s in a multicolor stripe pattern. Simple but

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton, Wool

Vintage American Rag Rug in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Yellow, Red, Pink, White

W 54 in L 78 in

Vintage American Amish Rag Rug in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Green, Purple, Brown

Located in Barrington, IL

This beautiful multicolor American Amish Rag Area Rug has a very modern design format and can be

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton

Vintage American Amish Rag Rug in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Green, Purple, Brown

W 123 in L 165 in

19thc Original Red Painted Trendle Bed w/ 19thc Rag Rug Mattress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

custom made 19thc rag rug cushion or mattress has a zipper for removing for cleaning. It also comes with

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Rag Rug

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Fabric, Wood

19thc Original Red Painted Trendle Bed w/ 19thc Rag Rug Mattress

H 19 in W 44 in D 64 in

Early 20th C, New England, Double Sided Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20thc pair of RagRug pillows from New England.

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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Early 20th C, New England, Double Sided Rag Rug Pillows

H 22 in W 22 in D 6 in

Zabihi Collection Silk American Rag Runner

Located in New York, NY

United States, Early 20th Century A rare silk and wool American Rag rug Runne with a polychrome

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Early 20th Century American Steampunk Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Silk

Zabihi Collection Silk American Rag Runner

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W 40 in L 112 in

Vintage Hand-Woven American Amish Rag Runner in Pale Blue, Pink, Wheat, Caramel

Located in Barrington, IL

beautiful rag rug has 4 pale French blue color stripes set in a pale pink and wheat color field. The pale

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Hand-Woven American Amish Rag Runner in Pale Blue, Pink, Wheat, Caramel

W 36 in L 198 in

Vintage American Rag Runner in Rainbow Pattern in Yellow, Red, Blue, Orange

Located in Barrington, IL

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use American Rag Runner, Americana, Amish Rag Rugs, Amish Weaving

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner in Rainbow Pattern in Yellow, Red, Blue, Orange

W 20 in L 162 in

Vintage American Rag Long Runner in Stripe Pattern in Navy, Blue, Yellow, Red

Located in Barrington, IL

Place of Origin: United States Material: Wool, cotton Condition: Excellent American Rag Rugs

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Long Runner in Stripe Pattern in Navy, Blue, Yellow, Red

W 34 in L 420 in

Vintage American Rag Long Runner in Stripe Pattern in Green, Pink, Blue, Cream

Located in Barrington, IL

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Long Runner in Stripe Pattern in Green, Pink, Blue, Cream

W 30 in L 516 in

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Green, Pink, Tan, Cream

Located in Barrington, IL

identical runners are needed or sewn together to become an area rug. The rag runner can be resized to fit

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Green, Pink, Tan, Cream

W 34 in L 146 in

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Green, Pink, Tan, Cream

Located in Barrington, IL

identical runners are needed or sewn together to become an area rug. The rag runner can be resized to fit

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Green, Pink, Tan, Cream

W 34 in L 146 in

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Pink, Cream, Blue, Green, Red

Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Pink, Cream, Blue, Green, Red

W 41 in L 171 in

Vintage American Rag Runner in Tan with Stripe Pattern in Red, Pale Blue

Located in Barrington, IL

stripes and varied colors of horizontal stripes which brings that folk like design to the rug. The Rag

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner in Tan with Stripe Pattern in Red, Pale Blue

W 40 in L 150 in

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Located in Barrington, IL

the rug. The Rag area rugs and runners are Ideal for a mid-century modern or country or cottage

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Vintage American Rag Runner in Pale Blue with Stripe Pattern in Purple, Green

W 40 in L 104 in

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Located in Barrington, IL

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W 24 in L 135 in

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Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Cream, Pale Blue, Red, Pink

W 24 in L 135 in

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Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Floral Pattern in Ivory, Green, Red, Blue

W 36 in L 57 in

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Geometric Pattern in Ivory, Pink, Orange, Bl

Located in Barrington, IL

material in the body is rag material that has been cut into narrow pieces and used in the body of the rug

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Cotton, Wool

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Geometric Pattern in Ivory, Pink, Orange, Bl

W 27.5 in L 54 in

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Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage American Hooked Rug in Geometric Pattern in Gray, Blue, Pink, Yellow

W 27 in L 60 in

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in a Geometric Block Pattern in Pastel Colors

Located in Barrington, IL

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W 26 in L 43 in

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Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in a Stripe Pattern in Blue, Green, Red, Taupe

W 20 in L 34 in

Antique Square Chinese Rug with Abstract Design

Located in Milan, IT

rag rugs of the same period.

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Antique Square Chinese Rug with Abstract Design

W 66.15 in L 71.26 in

19th Century Moroccan Rabat Rug in Red, Turquoise, Yellow, Ivory, Green, Brown

Located in Barrington, IL

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W 70 in L 172 in

Early American Hand Hooked Rug with a Floral Pattern Wall Art

Located in Barrington, IL

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Early American Hand Hooked Rug with a Floral Pattern Wall Art

W 25 in L 40 in

Vintage Kurdish Tapestry Kilim in Turquoise, Aqua, Green, Yellow, Red, Navy

Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage Kurdish Tapestry Kilim in Turquoise, Aqua, Green, Yellow, Red, Navy

W 58 in L 104 in

Vintage Caucasian Kilim in Geometric Design in Earth Tone Colors

Located in Barrington, IL

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Antique Rag Rug

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Vintage Caucasian Kilim in Geometric Design in Earth Tone Colors

W 36 in L 84 in

Vintage Moroccan Runner in Geometric Pattern in Yellow, Lavender, Ivory, Red

Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage Moroccan Runner in Geometric Pattern in Yellow, Lavender, Ivory, Red

W 54 in L 160 in

Vintage American Hooked Floral Handmade Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

rag rugs. Both types are perfect examples of traditional recycling as they repurposed the used

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Early 20th Century American Antique Rag Rug

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Wool

Vintage American Hooked Floral Handmade Wool Rug

W 157 in L 262 in

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Rooster Pattern in Green, Brown, Khaki

Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Rooster Pattern in Green, Brown, Khaki

W 28 in L 35 in

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug of Two Love Birds in a Tree in Black, Brown

Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug of Two Love Birds in a Tree in Black, Brown

W 24 in L 33 in

Vintage Square Size Persian Sofreh Kilim in Brown, Navy, Pink, Pale Yellow

Located in Barrington, IL

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Vintage Square Size Persian Sofreh Kilim in Brown, Navy, Pink, Pale Yellow

W 49 in L 50 in

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Antique Rag Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique rag rug available at 1stDibs. An antique rag rug — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique rag rug, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique rag rug is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Neoclassical, Folk Art and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Antique Rag Rug?

The average selling price for an antique rag rug at 1stDibs is $795, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $80,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Antique Rag Rug

How can I tell if a rug is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What is a semi antique rug?
1 Answer
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
Usually these are rugs that are younger than 80 years old but not new (so things that are between 70 - 30 years old roughly)
How old does a rug have to be to be an antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
How can I spot an antique Persian rug?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a few red flags you should look for in determining if you have an antique Persian rug. Firstly, check the fringe. Fringes on a Persian rug form from the end of warp yarns, and won’t be sewn on the back. Also check the colors. They should be crisp, with no bleeding of the dyes. Shop a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How much are antique Persian rugs worth?
1 Answer
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
The most expensive antique Persian rug ever sold in auction (so far) is $34,000,000. But the vast majority will cost under $100,000.