Authentic Vintage Carpet
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Cotton, Wool
Late 20th Century Indian Agra Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
20th Century Turkish Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
20th Century Turkish Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
20th Century Turkish Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
20th Century Turkish Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Cotton, Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Cotton, Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Cotton, Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
20th Century Turkish Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Late 20th Century Danish Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Silk
20th Century Turkish Authentic Vintage Carpet
Silk
20th Century Turkish Authentic Vintage Carpet
Silk
Late 20th Century Persian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Bessarabian Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
1950s Persian Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
1960s Persian Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Turkish Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
20th Century Asian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
1990s Persian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
1960s Persian Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
1970s Persian Authentic Vintage Carpet
Silk
20th Century Asian Heriz Serapi Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
1970s Persian Authentic Vintage Carpet
Silk
Late 20th Century Persian Authentic Vintage Carpet
Silk
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
1940s Persian Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
1930s French Art Deco Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
1990s Persian Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
1960s Persian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Silk
1970s Persian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton, Silk
1970s Persian Tabriz Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Late 20th Century Persian Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
20th Century Moroccan Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Goat Hair
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Authentic Vintage Carpet
Wool, Cotton
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Finding the Right rugs-carpets for You
Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.
In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.
It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.
Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.
Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.)
When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.
If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans.
Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin.
The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor.
With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To authenticate a vintage Kelly handbag, look for a heat stamp under the front flap on the outside of the bag. On authentic pieces produced after 1954, the stamp will read “Hermès Paris Made in France” in gold or silver. Earlier versions may have a colorless stamp and slightly different wording, but regardless of age, the stamp should be straight, have evenly-spaced letters and be deeply set into the bag. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic vintage Hermès Kelly handbags from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Determining authentic vintage Céline items will depend on what you are purchasing. In general, Céline is a luxury brand and the materials and stitching of any item will be high-quality. Check for genuine leather, straight stitching and fabrics that are not piled or scratchy. If unsure, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of any Céline item. Shop a wide range Céline clothes, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a Chanel jacket, take a close look at the neck tag. You should see the style number, size in French sizing and a two digit number followed by the letter C for cruise, P for spring or A for autumn. This represents the year and collection. For example, 14C is the 2014 cruise collection. Once you know the style number and collection, use reputable online resources to ensure that Chanel actually produced that jacket for that season with that number. Shop a wide range of expertly vetted Chanel jackets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a Pierre Balmain vintage bag is authentic, first check the hardware. Balmain often stamped the brand name onto zipper pulls and fasteners. The lettering should appear crisp and evenly spaced. Balmain's tags changed greatly over time. Compare the ones in your bag to images of authenticated pieces available online. Shop a range of expertly vetted Pierre Balmain bags on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to tell if your vintage Pierre Balmain is real. Authentic Pierre Balmain bags are made with brand tags, authenticity labels and serial numbers. Always purchase Balmain jackets from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a collection of authentic Pierre Balmain from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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