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What is a mogul rug?

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What is a mogul rug?
A mogul, or Mughal rug, is a handwoven floor covering used in the courts of the Mughal empire. They were a mix of Persian and Indian artistry and depicted scenic landscapes, floral motifs or animal prints. You’ll find a variety of mogul rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Mughal No. 01 Rug by Knots Rugs, Hand-Knotted Silk & Wool, Limited Edition
By Knots Rugs
Located in London, GB
The Mughal No. 01 by Knots Rugs is a rare and exquisite reinterpretation of 17th-century Mughal
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique Kashmir Kashan Rug Hand-knotted In Pure Wool In Indigo, Blues & Browns
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
sophistication and has the charm of old Mughal rugs. Not seen often.
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Vintage 1920s Indian Kashan Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

19th Century Indian Amritsar Room-Size Rug in Burgundy, Blue, Pale Yellow, Ivory
Located in Barrington, IL
Knot Gallery, SKU: 2194 19th century Amritsar rug, antique Indian rug, Mughal medallion carpet, room
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

19th Century Indian Amritsar Room-Size Rug in Ivory, Lime Green, Brown, Pink
Located in Barrington, IL
Amritsar rug, antique Indian rug, Mughal medallion rug, ivory field Indian carpet, Indian rug with lime
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Fine Antique Indian Cotton Dhurrie Rug with Mughal Botanical Pattern
Located in Milan, IT
diamonds containing a variety of botanical motifs found on the fine rugs of the Mughal period knotted with
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Agra Indian Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Fine Antique Burgundy Square Agra Rug with Mughal Shrub Pattern
Located in Milan, IT
by what is considered as the most beautiful floral shrub pattern conceived during the Mughal dynasty
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian Agra Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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