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1970's Carpet
Located in Brecht, BE
In really good vintage condition, this carpet in wool, vibrant colors ... has been dry cleaned
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Mid-20th Century French Western European Rugs

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Wool

1970's Carpet
1970's Carpet
W 78.75 in L 118.12 in
German Brown 100% Wool 1970s Carpet by Desso
By Desso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This vintage carpet was produced in Germany, circa 1970s. It is made from 100% wool in several
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Caucasian Rugs

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Wool

Large German Brown 100% Wool 1970s Carpet by Desso
By Desso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This large carpet (240 x 170 cm) was produced in Germany, circa 1970s. It is made from 100% wool in
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Caucasian Rugs

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Wool

Large Carpet with Flower Decor, 1970s
Located in Greding, DE
Large 1970s carpet with floral decoration on beige ground and surrounding framing in orange and
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Vintage 1970s Western European Rugs

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Textile

Handmade Kayseri Rug, circa 1970, Antique Rugs, Turkish Rugs, Oriental Rugs
Located in Hampshire, GB
This handmade Kayseri Rug, circa 1970s carpet antique rug is a Turkish brown rug with central
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Antique 1890s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Bobyrug’s pretty vintage German modern rug, « Forest »
By Cromwell Tefzet
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
WOODLAND GEWEBIE NATUR Discover the elegance of this stunning 1970s carpet crafted in Germany by
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Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage 1970's Burt Groedel Edward Fields Sculptured Wool Carpet, Tapestry
By Edward Fields
Located in New York, NY
Edward Fields vintage wall tapestry/carpet, sculptured wool, artist signed, Burt Groedel, 1970’s
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20th Century American Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Unusual large carpet with modern design 1970's Scandinavian countries
Located in Firenze, FI
Hand-knotted Scandinavian carpet with a modern design. The design consists of clean and sharp
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Vintage 1960s Danish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Vintage Carpet, 1970s
By Desso
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Large rug made from wool. Lovely vintage decorative piece. Very good condition. 1970's
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Large Vintage Carpet, 1970s
Large Vintage Carpet, 1970s
W 78.75 in L 118.12 in
1970s Pakistani Wool Handwoven Carpet
Located in Stamford, CT
A 1970s Pakistani wool handwoven carpet having a very tightly woven loom with birds, rabbits, trees
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Kashan Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Abstract Orange, Yellow and Brown Wool Carpet, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Abstract orange, yellow and brown wool carpet, 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Circular blue carpet with butterfly diameter of 275 cm. Swedish wool 1970's
Located in Firenze, FI
perfect frame to highlight the details of the butterfly Sweden pure wool 1970’s
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Western European Rugs

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Wool

Mid Century Carpet/Rug, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, cca 1970s - original condition, profesionally cleansed
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Textile

Beautiful Design Midcentury Carpet/Rug, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Very good original condition - Geometric pattern.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Textile

Rya carpet, Sweden. Modernist design. From the 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rya carpet, Sweden. Modernist design. From the 1970s. In excellent condition. Dimensions: 128 cm x
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Stunning Handmade Space Age Wool Carpet, 1970s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning handmade Space Age wool carpet, 1970s Germany. Has been professionally cleaned. The
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Danish Vintage Wool Carpet 1960s / 1970s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish vintage wool carpet 1960s / 1970s. In very good condition. Color: creme/ blue and rose. 200
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Geometric Czech Carpet, Tapestry, circa 1970s
Located in Schagen, NL
Superb geometric Czech carpet or tapestry from the 1960s-1970s. Typical midcentury colors were
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs

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Synthetic

Midcentury Design Geometric Rug / Carpet, 1970s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- around 1970s - bouclé style - Czechoslovakia - original and very good condition - nice nad
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Synthetic

1970's Geometric Orange & Brown Shag Pile Rug
Located in London, GB
A fantastic example of 1970s design, this shag pile rug features a graphic design in shades of
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Vintage 1970s British Caucasian Rugs

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Wool

Abstract Design Modernist Midcentury Carpet/Rug, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Germany - Good original condition (see the photos).
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Abstract Modernist Geometric Design Carpet / Rug, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1970s - Good original condition - Very interesting pattern.  
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Textile

Small Geometric Green Carpet or Rug, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Good original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Textile

Rya carpet with long fringes, Sweden. Modernist design. 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rya carpet with long fringes, Sweden. Modernist design. From the 1970s. In excellent condition
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Belgian Mid-Century Brown Gray Polypropylene Long-Haired carpet, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Belgian mid-century brown gray polypropylene long-haired carpet, 1970s Rectangular long-haired rug
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Fabric

Vintage Modern Rug Kelim, 1970´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Vintage modern rug Kelim. It was made in the 1970´s. Slight signs of age and using, but overall in
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Fabric

Long Pile Carpet from Welur Kietrz, Poland, 1970s
Located in Żory, PL
This long pile carpet was manufactured by Welur Kietrz in the 1970s. It has a flame pattern. The
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Fabric

Samit Borgosesia Midcentury Blue and White Virgin Wool Italian Carpet, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury blue and white pure virgin wool carpet. This wonderful rug was produced by Samit
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Wool Flat-Weave Carpet, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Thick wool flat-weave rug, patchwork pattern. Sweden circa 1970.
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Midcentury Ege Rya Scandinavian Abstract Rug / Carpet, 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Denmark - very good original condition, cleaned.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Midcentury Abstract Design Geometric Rug / Carpet, 1970s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- around 1960s - Czechoslovakia - original and very good condition - very well preserved, cleaned jr.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Synthetic

Midcentury Abstract Design Geometric Rug / Carpet, 1970s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- around 1960s - Czechoslovakia - original and very good condition - very well preserved, cleaned jr.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Synthetic

Purple Around Wool Carpet Design Tisca Handmade Original, 1970s
Located in Foggia, FG
Purple around wool carpet design tisca handmade original 1970s. Very good condition. Signed
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Vintage 1970s More Carpets

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Wool

Mid-Century Ege Rya Scandinavian Abstract Rug / Carpet, 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Denmark - Very good original condition, cleaned. jr
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

1970s Uzbekistan Suzani Carpet in Typical Colours
Located in Marbella, ES
Suzani is a type of embroidered and decorative tribal textile made in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. Suzani is from the Persian Suzan which mea...
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Central Asian Rugs

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Silk, Cotton

1970s Uzbekistan Suzani Carpet in Typical Colours
Located in Marbella, ES
Suzani is a type of embroidered and decorative tribal textile made in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. Suzani is from the Persian Suzan which mea...
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

1970s Uzbekistan Suzani Carpet in Typical Colours
Located in Marbella, ES
Suzani is a type of embroidered and decorative tribal textile made in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. Suzani is from the Persian Suzan which mea...
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Pair of Small Wool Midcentury Scandinavian Rugs / Carpets, 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Denmark - very good original condition, cleaned. jr.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Italian space age White, yellow and brown long pile carpet, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age White, yellow and brown long pile carpet, 1970s Rectangular long pile carpet in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Western European Rugs

Materials

Fabric

Abstract Multicolor High Pile Rug Carpet, Germany, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Abstract multicolor high pile rug carpet, Germany, 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Small Danish Midcentury Wool Carpet / Rug, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970 - Good original condition, bright colors.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

XXL Vintage Spaceage Wool Carpet Rug by Desso, Netherlands ca. 1970s
By Desso
Located in Geneva, CH
Netherlands ca. 1970's Very good condition. Cleaned by a professional. Smells good laundry. L 350 x D 250 cm
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1970s Belgian Pure Wool Carpet – Louis de Poortere
By Louis De Poortere
Located in Firenze, FI
1970s Belgian Pure Wool Carpet – Louis de Poortere In the Middle Ages, Flemish textile products
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Vintage 1970s Western European Rugs

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Wool

Pair of Blue Wool Midcentury Design Carpets, Denmark, 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
- Denmark, around 1970 - original condition - profesionally cleansed jr.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Pakistani Bukhara Carpet in Orange and Green from the 1970s
Located in Milano, MI
Pakistani Bukhara carpet from the 1970s, in orange and emerald green colors. Ø cm 280 h cm 190
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Vintage 1970s Pakistani Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid Century Carpet / Rug in Ege Rya Style, 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
- marked by label - rare type.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Fabric, Wool

Large Geometric Wool Carpet or Tapestry by Renata Bonfanti, Italy, 1970s
By Renata Bonfanti
Located in Milan, IT
Large wool tapestry by Renata Bonfanti. Remarkable combination of shapes and color shades
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Vintage 1970s Italian Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Nain Carpet
Located in Katonah, NY
carpet made in Persia circa 1970's vintage. Size measures 5'5" x 9'1".
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Vintage 1970s Persian Other Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Vintage Nain Carpet
Vintage Nain Carpet
W 65 in L 109 in
Pair of Two Design Organic Scandinavian Style Carpets, 1970s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Around 1970s - Czechoslovakia - oOriginal and good condition - Very well preserved, cleaned
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Synthetic

ATB Imagine Studio Design Carpet by Desso The Netherlands, Late 1970s
By Desso
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
All Terrain Bicycle was a trend that became worldwide very popular in the late 1970s early 1980s
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Post-Modern Western European Rugs

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Acrylic

Geometric Space-Age Wool Rug, 1970's
Located in Zwijndrecht, Antwerp
A very large and impressive 1970's geometrical rug crafted from thick, weighty wool. Impeccable
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Vintage 1970s European Space Age Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Small Scandinavian / Danish Midcentury Wool Carpet / Rug, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970 - Good original condition, bright colors.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid Century Ege Rya Style Rug or Carpet, Denmark, 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
- in Ege Rya style.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Fabric, Wool

Kerstin Persson "Butterfly" Flat Weave Signed KP Sweden 1970's
By Kerstin Persson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kerstin Persson "Butterfly" flat weave signed KP Sweden 1970's - 241.5 x 170.5cm This uniquely
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pretty vintage 1970’s Scandinavian Desso rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
collection of carpets and tapestries. At Bobyrug’s collection, we take pride in offering you not only
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Western European Rugs

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Acrylic, Cotton, Wool

Italian space age Long pile geometrical carpet in wool with beehive design 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age Long pile geometrical carpet in wool with beehive design, 1970s Long pile
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Western European Rugs

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Wool

Danish Modern 1970's Shag Wool Scandinavian Area Rug by RYA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful colors very clean Rya rug circa 1970's nice clean condition bright colors shag style can
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Scandinavian 1970’s Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty Scandinavian 70’s rug with nice abstract design and beautiful colors, mechanical
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Antique 1670s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Turkish Kilim Carpet
Located in Chicago, IL
. Dated to the 1970s, the pileless carpet was woven using a slitweave technique and as a result, many of
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Vintage 1970s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Original Scandinavian high-pile, Rya rug carpet, Denmark design, 1970s
Located in leucate, FR
carpet has been cleaned (old stains on the back). Vintage rug from 1970s. This rug is part of a trove
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Acrylic

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1970s Carpet For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1970s carpet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1970s carpet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and cotton. Find 2387 options for an antique or vintage 1970s carpet now, or shop our selection of 60 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1970s carpet, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each 1970s carpet bearing mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one 1970s carpet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Desso, Berber Tribes of Morocco and Art Hide produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1970s Carpet?

The average selling price for a 1970s carpet at 1stDibs is $2,023, while they’re typically $86 on the low end and $866,813 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Rugs and 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. 

Questions About 1970s Carpet
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Kashan carpet is a high-quality rug that uses silk in its material make-up. The base is crafted from cotton and the pile is tightly and evenly knotted. You can shop a collection of Kashan rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The most luxurious carpet is considered by many to be the type made by using the velvet piles technique. This type of carpet has a smooth, suede-like finish. Carpets made of wool are likely going to be expensive. When shopping for carpets, consider fiber density, as thicker and heavier fibers signify better quality. Find a wide variety of antique and vintage carpets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Nepali carpet is a floor covering produced by artisans in Nepal. Most are 100 percent wool, made from the wool of sheep that graze in the highlands of Nepal. Many feature checkered or medallion patterns. Common colors include blue, yellow, green, gray, brown and red. On 1stDibs, find a range of Nepali carpets.
  • Nazmiyal
    NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021
    a type of rug that was woven in Aubusson France.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term Wilton carpet refers to one woven on a jacquard loom in such a way as to create a very soft velvety pile. You may also see the floor coverings referred to as Wilton rugs. Shop a variety of Wilton carpets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carpet balls are called carpet balls because of their original purpose. When first produced during the 18th century in Scotland, carpet balls were part of a set used to play the Victorian parlor game carpet ball. Find a collection of antique carpet balls on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carpet balls were used to play the game Parlour ball. This Victorian-era indoor game is related to bocce ball or lawn bowling. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carpet balls from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Where carpets are made in Nepal varies. Around 95% of carpets produced in the country come from the Kathmandu valley, which is located in the center of the country. Shop a range of Nepali rugs and carpets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rugs or carpets made in Afghanistan are usually labeled by the region in which they’re produced. While many of these rugs are crafted by Afghan people, there are also some made by Turkmen, a term which includes people from Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Afghanistan. All traditional Afghan carpets or rugs tend to be of exceptional quality with great attention to detail. Shop a collection of properly vetted Afghan rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    No, a rug on a carpet is not weird. While this choice really comes down to preference, many stylists opt for this design choice. If you are planning on layering a rug over a carper, make sure to take texture, size, and color into account.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Outdoor carpets can be made from natural fibers, such as sisal, hemp, jute and seagrass, or synthetic materials, like polypropylene.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between Axminster and Wilton carpets lies in their construction. An Axminster rug has a tufted pile secured by the weft, while Wilton carpets feature continuously woven yarn strands. You'll find a selection of Axminster and Wilton carpets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    People in Nepal weave carpets for various reasons. Traditionally, carpets could be used in place of blankets to keep warm on cold nights. Today, many weavers continue to produce carpets to carry on cultural traditions and share the results of the time-honored techniques they use with the rest of the world. Shop a collection of Nepali rugs and carpets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A variety of colors go with beige carpet, which can render a room quite dull. If you have beige carpet, consider painting the walls in grey, blue, white or green. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage rugs and carpets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate a Kashmiri carpet, check the material. Because the carpets are made from silk, they should be lightweight but with tight, strong weaves. The level of detail in a Kashmiri carpet’s distinct pattern is something only attained through hand-stitching — a feature that a machine couldn’t accurately replicate. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of authentic vintage Kashmiri carpets from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to tell if a Persian carpet is real. A real Persian rug will always have a soft backing with hand-knots instead of machine-made knots. The fringe will also appear to be an extension of the rug, not an addition to the rug. Lastly, Persian rugs are always made with natural materials, not synthetic fibers. Browse a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.