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Vintage American Rag Rug
Vintage American Rag Rug

Vintage American Rag Rug

$7,500Sale Price|20% Off

W 132 in L 247 in

Vintage American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American rag rug from the mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique American Rag Rug
Antique American Rag Rug

Antique American Rag Rug

$7,980Sale Price|30% Off

W 132 in L 136 in

Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

Antique 1880s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique American Rag Rug
Antique American Rag Rug

Antique American Rag Rug

$6,300Sale Price|30% Off

W 27 in L 960 in

Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique American rag rug, size: 2'3" x 80'0".

Category

Vintage 1950s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Antique American Rag Rug
Large Antique American Rag Rug

Large Antique American Rag Rug

$20,000

W 86 in L 217 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''.

Category

Early 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern North and South American...

Materials

Wool

Antique American Rag Rug 3'4" x 12'0"
Antique American Rag Rug 3'4" x 12'0"

Antique American Rag Rug 3'4" x 12'0"

$1,610Sale Price|30% Off

W 40 in L 144 in

Antique American Rag Rug 3'4" x 12'0"

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag Rug, Size: 3'4" x 12'0"

Category

Vintage 1930s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton

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

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

$13,160Sale Price|30% Off

W 158 in L 186 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"

Category

Antique 1880s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Antique American Rag Rug 3' 4" x 6' 4"
Antique American Rag Rug 3' 4" x 6' 4"

Antique American Rag Rug 3' 4" x 6' 4"

$280Sale Price|30% Off

W 40 in L 76 in

Antique American Rag Rug 3' 4" x 6' 4"

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug, size: 3'4" x 6'4".

Category

Vintage 1940s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique American Rag Rug 8' 5'' x 11' 10''
Antique American Rag Rug 8' 5'' x 11' 10''

Antique American Rag Rug 8' 5'' x 11' 10''

$4,760Sale Price|30% Off

W 101 in L 142 in

Antique American Rag Rug 8' 5'' x 11' 10''

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug 8' 5'' x 11' 10''.

Category

Vintage 1940s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century American Rag Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century American Rag Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique American Rag Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 5' 8" x 10' 0"

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman North and South American ...

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century American Rag Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century American Rag Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique American Rag Rug handmade during the Mid-20th century. Measures: 8' 10" x 10' 3"

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage 1920s American Rag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor
Vintage 1920s American Rag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor

Vintage 1920s American Rag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor

Located in Barrington, IL

A charming and character-filled vintage American rag rug from the early 1900s, handwoven in a

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug ( 3' x 61'6" - 90 x 1875 )
Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug ( 3' x 61'6" - 90 x 1875 )

Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug ( 3' x 61'6" - 90 x 1875 )

Located in New York, NY

Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug ( 3' x 61'6" - 90 x 1875 )

Category

Vintage 1950s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th-Century American Rag Rug in Vibrant Striped Pattern
Early 20th-Century American Rag Rug in Vibrant Striped Pattern

Early 20th-Century American Rag Rug in Vibrant Striped Pattern

Located in Barrington, IL

A charming early 20th-century American rag rug, handwoven in a vibrant stripe pattern of layered

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug Runner ( 3' x 33' - 92 x 1006 )
Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug Runner ( 3' x 33' - 92 x 1006 )

Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug Runner ( 3' x 33' - 92 x 1006 )

Located in New York, NY

Mid 20th Century American Rag Rug Runner ( 3' x 33' - 92 x 1006 )

Category

Vintage 1950s American Shaker North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage 1920s American Rag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor
Vintage 1920s American Rag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor

Vintage 1920s American Rag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor

Located in Barrington, IL

A charming early 20th century American rag area rug handwoven in a concentric stripe field pattern

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

1900s Multicolor Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 10'8"x12'0" WoolCarpet
1900s Multicolor Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 10'8"x12'0" WoolCarpet

1900s Multicolor Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 10'8"x12'0" WoolCarpet

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid 1900s American Rag Rug with Scandinavian Kilim-Inspired Pattern and Colors
Mid 1900s American Rag Rug with Scandinavian Kilim-Inspired Pattern and Colors

Mid 1900s American Rag Rug with Scandinavian Kilim-Inspired Pattern and Colors

Located in Barrington, IL

This striking American rag rug from the mid 1900s features a beautifully modern aesthetic, blending

Category

Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

1890s Multicolor Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 8' 6" x 12' 0" Carpet
1890s Multicolor Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 8' 6" x 12' 0" Carpet

1890s Multicolor Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 8' 6" x 12' 0" Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug. Size: 8'6" x 12'0". ntique American Rag Rug Room Size Wool Multicolor

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920 Multicolor Brown Red Blue Stripe Antique American Rag Rug 8'9"×10'6" Carpet
1920 Multicolor Brown Red Blue Stripe Antique American Rag Rug 8'9"×10'6" Carpet

1920 Multicolor Brown Red Blue Stripe Antique American Rag Rug 8'9"×10'6" Carpet

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

Vintage 1920s American American Classical North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Rag Rug
Mid-20th Century Handmade American Rag Rug

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American rag rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 6" x 5' 8

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Yarn

1900s Multi Brown Stripe Antique American Rag Rug 12'8" x14'8" Wool Woven Carpet
1900s Multi Brown Stripe Antique American Rag Rug 12'8" x14'8" Wool Woven Carpet

1900s Multi Brown Stripe Antique American Rag Rug 12'8" x14'8" Wool Woven Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Rag rug. Size: 12'8" x 14'8". Antique American Rag Rug America 1900s, Country of

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

1930s Multi Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 5'5"x5'5" Woven Wool Carpet
1930s Multi Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 5'5"x5'5" Woven Wool Carpet

1930s Multi Stripe Folk Art Antique American Rag Rug 5'5"x5'5" Woven Wool Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century American Rag Rug ( 5'5" x 5'5" - 165 x 165 ) Antique American Rag Rug Small

Category

Vintage 1930s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Plaid American Rag Rug Runners, Set of 2, Mid-20th Century
Plaid American Rag Rug Runners, Set of 2, Mid-20th Century

Plaid American Rag Rug Runners, Set of 2, Mid-20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A rare matching set of rag rug runners containing a plaid motif on a straw colored ground from the

Category

20th Century American American Classical North and South American Rugs

Materials

Jute

Vintage American rag rug with bound edges, c. 1850-1900
Vintage American rag rug with bound edges, c. 1850-1900

Vintage American rag rug with bound edges, c. 1850-1900

$780Sale Price|40% Off

W 61 in L 71 in

Vintage American rag rug with bound edges, c. 1850-1900

Located in Kenilworth, IL

American handmade two part rag rug with bound edges. The rug pattern is organized in repeated bands

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Shaker Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Exceptional Soft Color Diamond Pattern Contemporary HandWoven American Rag Rug
Exceptional Soft Color Diamond Pattern Contemporary HandWoven American Rag Rug

Exceptional Soft Color Diamond Pattern Contemporary HandWoven American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Rag rug. Measures: 6'0" x 9'0". Handwoven. Rag Rug An American tradition of using scraps to create

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern More Carpets

Materials

Cotton

Exceptional Soft Color Diamond Pattern Contemporary HandWoven American Rag Rug
Exceptional Soft Color Diamond Pattern Contemporary HandWoven American Rag Rug

Exceptional Soft Color Diamond Pattern Contemporary HandWoven American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Rag rug. Measures: 8'0" x 10'0". Handwoven. Rag Rug An American tradition of using scraps to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern More Carpets

Materials

Cotton

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Rag Throw Rug
Mid-20th Century Handmade American Rag Throw Rug

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Rag Throw Rug

$1,300Sale Price|20% Off

W 39 in L 77 in

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Rag Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Rag rug in throw/scatter size handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Blue-Gray Diamond Contemporary American Rag Rug 6'x9' Cotton Carpet
Handmade Blue-Gray Diamond Contemporary American Rag Rug 6'x9' Cotton Carpet

Handmade Blue-Gray Diamond Contemporary American Rag Rug 6'x9' Cotton Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary American Style Rag Rug ( 6' x 9' - 183 x 275 ). Rag Rug An American tradition of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Country More Carpets

Materials

Cotton

Zabihi Collection Silk American Rag Runner
Zabihi Collection Silk American Rag Runner

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

Category

Early 20th Century American Steampunk North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Zabihi Collection Vintage Mini Size Rag Rug
Zabihi Collection Vintage Mini Size Rag Rug

Zabihi Collection Vintage Mini Size Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

a mini-size American Rag rug from the late20th century Measures: 2'1'' x 3'9''.

Category

Late 20th Century American Steampunk North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage American Rag Area Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor
Vintage American Rag Area Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor

Vintage American Rag Area Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Multicolor

Located in Barrington, IL

An authentic vintage American rag area rug from the early 1900s, handwoven in a charming multicolor

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

19th Century Room Size American Amish Rag Rug, Cotton, Striped Design, 1900s
19th Century Room Size American Amish Rag Rug, Cotton, Striped Design, 1900s

19th Century Room Size American Amish Rag Rug, Cotton, Striped Design, 1900s

Located in Barrington, IL

A striking 19th century American Amish rag rug, room-size and composed of three expertly joined

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

1900s Multi Stripe Antique American Shaker Rag Rug 2' x 3' Woven Wool Carpet
1900s Multi Stripe Antique American Shaker Rag Rug 2' x 3' Woven Wool Carpet

1900s Multi Stripe Antique American Shaker Rag Rug 2' x 3' Woven Wool Carpet

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Shaker North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage 1950s American Rag Area Rug, Cotton, Multicolor Stripe Design
Vintage 1950s American Rag Area Rug, Cotton, Multicolor Stripe Design

Vintage 1950s American Rag Area Rug, Cotton, Multicolor Stripe Design

Located in Barrington, IL

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

Category

Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage American Rag Area Rug, Cotton, 1950s Modern Stripe Design
Vintage American Rag Area Rug, Cotton, 1950s Modern Stripe Design

Vintage American Rag Area Rug, Cotton, 1950s Modern Stripe Design

Located in Barrington, IL

Vintage American Rag Area Rug has a very modern design format and can be incorporated into any

Category

Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s
Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s

Located in Barrington, IL

American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Striped, 1920s USA
Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Striped, 1920s USA

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Striped, 1920s USA

Located in Barrington, IL

Amish Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Vintage Rag

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s
Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s

Located in Barrington, IL

Amish Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Vintage Rag

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool and Cotton, Early 1900s
Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool and Cotton, Early 1900s

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool and Cotton, Early 1900s

Located in Barrington, IL

American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Hand-Woven American Rag Runner, Wool & Cotton, Early 1900s
Vintage Hand-Woven American Rag Runner, Wool & Cotton, Early 1900s

Vintage Hand-Woven American Rag Runner, Wool & Cotton, Early 1900s

Located in Barrington, IL

consistent with age and use The Persian Knot, SKU 1399 American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Antique Rugs

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Indigo & Red Stripes
Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Indigo & Red Stripes

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Indigo & Red Stripes

Located in Barrington, IL

use The Persian Knot, SKU 1758B American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Antique Rugs, Vintage Oriental Rugs

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Indigo Stripes, 1920s
Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Indigo Stripes, 1920s

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Indigo Stripes, 1920s

Located in Barrington, IL

age and use The Persian Knot, SKU 1758A American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Antique Rugs, Vintage

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

1890s Gray Checkerboard American Shaker Rag Rug 3'x12'6" Flatweave Wool Carpet
1890s Gray Checkerboard American Shaker Rag Rug 3'x12'6" Flatweave Wool Carpet

1890s Gray Checkerboard American Shaker Rag Rug 3'x12'6" Flatweave Wool Carpet

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

Antique 1890s American Shaker North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1910 Neutral & Colorful Stripe Antique American Shaker Rag Rug 8' x 11' Carpet
1910 Neutral & Colorful Stripe Antique American Shaker Rag Rug 8' x 11' Carpet

1910 Neutral & Colorful Stripe Antique American Shaker Rag Rug 8' x 11' Carpet

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

Vintage 1910s American Shaker North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Vintage American Rag Runner, Wool and Cotton, Striped Design, 1920s
Vintage American Rag Runner, Wool and Cotton, Striped Design, 1920s

Vintage American Rag Runner, Wool and Cotton, Striped Design, 1920s

Located in Barrington, IL

: 1686 American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Amish Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s
Vintage American Amish Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s

Vintage American Amish Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Wool & Cotton, 1920s

Located in Barrington, IL

Weaving, Amish Art, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Antique Rugs, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Handwoven Rugs

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage 1920s American Rag Runner, Handwoven Wool & Cotton Stripe
Vintage 1920s American Rag Runner, Handwoven Wool & Cotton Stripe

Vintage 1920s American Rag Runner, Handwoven Wool & Cotton Stripe

Located in Barrington, IL

: Wool, cotton Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1685 American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Flat-Woven Wide Runner, Wool & Cotton, 4' x 24'
Vintage American Flat-Woven Wide Runner, Wool & Cotton, 4' x 24'

Vintage American Flat-Woven Wide Runner, Wool & Cotton, 4' x 24'

Located in Barrington, IL

wheat colors. The runner has a similar design and color scheme to 19th century American rag rugs. The

Category

Late 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Stripe Design, 1900s
Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Stripe Design, 1900s

Vintage American Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton, Stripe Design, 1900s

Located in Barrington, IL

, Amish Art, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Antique Rugs, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Ivory, Pink, Blue, Green
Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Ivory, Pink, Blue, Green

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Ivory, Pink, Blue, Green

Located in Barrington, IL

, SKU: `1497 American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Vintage

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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

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

Located in Barrington, IL

Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1498 American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Braided Round Rug, Wool & Cotton, Mid-Century
Vintage American Braided Round Rug, Wool & Cotton, Mid-Century

Vintage American Braided Round Rug, Wool & Cotton, Mid-Century

Located in Barrington, IL

Rugs, American Braided Rugs, Round Braided Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs

Category

Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Green, Ivory, Red
Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Green, Ivory, Red

Vintage American Rag Runner in Stripe Pattern in Blue, Green, Ivory, Red

Located in Barrington, IL

, imbuing it with a versatile, modern appeal. American rag rugs, born from resourcefulness and a tradition

Category

Mid-20th Century North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Gray, Green, Red
Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Gray, Green, Red

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Gray, Green, Red

Located in Barrington, IL

, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Early American Hand Hooked Rug with a Floral Pattern
Early American Hand Hooked Rug with a Floral Pattern

Early American Hand Hooked Rug with a Floral Pattern

Located in Barrington, IL

, Early American Hooked Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Block Pattern — Early 20th Century Folk Art
Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Block Pattern — Early 20th Century Folk Art

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Block Pattern — Early 20th Century Folk Art

Located in Barrington, IL

, Early American Hooked Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Sustainability, Vintage

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Antique Early 1900s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Amish Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton Stripe, 1900s
Vintage Amish Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton Stripe, 1900s

Vintage Amish Rag Runner, Hand-Woven Cotton Stripe, 1900s

Located in Barrington, IL

, Amish Art, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rugs, Antique Rugs, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

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Located in San Francisco, CA

The field design has the appearance of an American rag rug and mimics rugs woven in Gansu which

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Rag Rug
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Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

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Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Rag Rug from the mid-20th century.

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Vintage American Rag Rug
Vintage American Rag Rug

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Vintage American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Rag Rug from the second quarter of the 20th century.

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Vintage 1940s American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Antique American Rag Rug
Antique American Rag Rug

Antique American Rag Rug

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Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

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

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Antique 1880s American North and South American Rugs

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Fabric, Wool

Antique America Rag Rug
Antique America Rag Rug

Antique America Rag Rug

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Antique America Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Antique America Rag Rug, Country of Origin: America, Circa Date: Early 20th Century

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Vintage American Rag Rug

Vintage American Rag Rug

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Vintage American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A mid 20th century American rag rug having a bold beige and red alternating diamond tile pattern

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Vintage 1940s American North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Vintage American Rag Rug
Vintage American Rag Rug

Vintage American Rag Rug

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Vintage American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Rag rug from the mid-20th century. Four independent vertical rag sections

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Oversize Antique American Rag Rug
Large Oversize Antique American Rag Rug

Large Oversize Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful large oversize antique American Rag Rug, Country of origin: America, date circa 1900

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Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

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Wool

Beautiful Large Antique American Rag Rug
Beautiful Large Antique American Rag Rug

Beautiful Large Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Antique Large American Rag Rug, Country of Origin: America, Circa Date: Early 20th

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Mid-20th Century Handmade Large Square American Rag Rug
Mid-20th Century Handmade Large Square American Rag Rug

Mid-20th Century Handmade Large Square American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American large square American rag rug handmade during the mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Yarn

Beautiful Casual Antique American Rag Rug
Beautiful Casual Antique American Rag Rug

Beautiful Casual Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful antique American Rag Rug, country of origin: America, circa date: early 20th century

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Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

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Wool

Square Earth Tone Antique American Rag Rug
Square Earth Tone Antique American Rag Rug

Square Earth Tone Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

This antique American rag rug classically combines an eclectic mix of colors with a traditional

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

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Wool

American Rag Rug Pillows
American Rag Rug Pillows

American Rag Rug Pillows

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H 20 in W 26 in

American Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Colorful American Rag Rug pillows with black cotton linen backing in fantastic condition. The

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Vintage 1930s American Pillows and Throws

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Down

Vintage American Rag Rug
Vintage American Rag Rug

Vintage American Rag Rug

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W 168 in L 174 in

Vintage American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

An American mid-20th century rag rug featuring a plaid style pattern.

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Midcentury Geometric Handmade Wool American Rag Rug in Red, Blue, Brown, Yellow
Midcentury Geometric Handmade Wool American Rag Rug in Red, Blue, Brown, Yellow

Midcentury Geometric Handmade Wool American Rag Rug in Red, Blue, Brown, Yellow

Located in New York, NY

Midcentury geometric handmade wool American Rag rug in red, blue, brown and yellow Size: 5'8

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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Mid-Century Modern North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Vintage American Rag Rug in Earth Tone Bands Inspired by Scandinavian Kilims
Vintage American Rag Rug in Earth Tone Bands Inspired by Scandinavian Kilims

Vintage American Rag Rug in Earth Tone Bands Inspired by Scandinavian Kilims

Located in Barrington, IL

This beautiful American rag rug, handcrafted in the mid-1900s, showcases a timeless banded design

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Mid-20th Century North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

American Rag Rug, circa 1940

American Rag Rug, circa 1940

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W 112 in L 141 in

American Rag Rug, circa 1940

Located in New York, NY

The carpet is woven in a typical rag fashion with striations of multi colors.

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Vintage 1940s American North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Pair of American Rag Rug Pillows
Pair of American Rag Rug Pillows

Pair of American Rag Rug Pillows

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H 21 in W 21 in D 3 in

Pair of American Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of American Rag Rug pillows in country colors. The backing on these rug pillows are in a

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Antique 1890s American Country Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

19th Century Antique American Rag Rug Runner
19th Century Antique American Rag Rug Runner

19th Century Antique American Rag Rug Runner

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H 180 in W 35.5 in D 0.2 in

19th Century Antique American Rag Rug Runner

Located in Hudson, NY

Beautiful American rag rug woven and cotton and wool. Late 19th century retaining vibrant colors

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Antique Late 19th Century North American Country Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Rustic Antique America Rag Rug. Size: 12 ft 9 in x 17 ft 4 in (3.89 m x 5.28 m)
Rustic Antique America Rag Rug. Size: 12 ft 9 in x 17 ft 4 in (3.89 m x 5.28 m)

Rustic Antique America Rag Rug. Size: 12 ft 9 in x 17 ft 4 in (3.89 m x 5.28 m)

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful antique rustic America Rag rug. Country of origin: America, date circa early 20th century

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Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

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Wool

Pair of American Rag Rug Kidney Pillows
Pair of American Rag Rug Kidney Pillows

Pair of American Rag Rug Kidney Pillows

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H 13 in W 21 in D 2 in

Pair of American Rag Rug Kidney Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic country colors in these rag rug pillows. The backing is in a blue cotton linen. Sold as a

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Antique 1890s American Adirondack Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Early American  Rag Rug Pillows
Early American  Rag Rug Pillows

Early American Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early rag rug pillows with a ocean blue striping and multi colored ground. Sold as a pair .The

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Early 20th Century American Pillows and Throws

19th Century American Rag Rug Pillows
19th Century American Rag Rug Pillows

19th Century American Rag Rug Pillows

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H 17 in W 21 in D 3 in

19th Century American Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The colors of these country rag rug pillows so unique. The rag rug pillows are made from all cotton

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Antique Late 19th Century American Country Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

American Vintage Striped Rag Rug
American Vintage Striped Rag Rug

American Vintage Striped Rag Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

A handwoven American Rag rug. This rug has a bright, multicolored design in thin, horizontal

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21st Century and Contemporary American North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Group of Three 19th American Rag Rug Pillows
Group of Three 19th American Rag Rug Pillows

Group of Three 19th American Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Group of three American cotton rag rug pillows in shades of blue. The backing is in blue cotton

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Antique Late 19th Century American Country Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Antique American Large Rag Rug
Antique American Large Rag Rug

Antique American Large Rag Rug

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W 104 in L 144 in

Antique American Large Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Antique American Large Rag Rug, Country of Origin: America, Circa Date: Early 20th

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Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

Materials

Wool

Pair of Multi Colored 19th Century American Rag Rug Pillows
Pair of Multi Colored 19th Century American Rag Rug Pillows

Pair of Multi Colored 19th Century American Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This pair of early cotton rag rug come from a hand woven rag rug that was found in Pennsylvania

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Antique 19th Century American Pillows and Throws

Vintage American Rag Area Rug in Navy, Tan, Brown, Ochre, Red
Vintage American Rag Area Rug in Navy, Tan, Brown, Ochre, Red

Vintage American Rag Area Rug in Navy, Tan, Brown, Ochre, Red

Located in Barrington, IL

Vintage American Rag area rug in a multicolor open field pattern from the early 1900s. The colors

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Extremely Rare Rag Rug Formerly Owned by the British Actress Jean Simmons
Extremely Rare Rag Rug Formerly Owned by the British Actress Jean Simmons

Extremely Rare Rag Rug Formerly Owned by the British Actress Jean Simmons

Located in London, GB

A unique American rampaging colourful Rag Rug. 14' x 10' x 3/4" thick feels wonderful underfoot. It

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Vintage 1950s American Arts and Crafts North and South American Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Floral Pattern in Pale Blue, Grey
Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Floral Pattern in Pale Blue, Grey

Vintage American Hand Hooked Rug in Floral Pattern in Pale Blue, Grey

Located in Barrington, IL

Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Handwoven Rugs

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Vintage 1950s American North and South American Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

American Rag

American Rag

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W 280 in

American Rag

Located in New York, NY

American Rag

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Antique Rag Rug
Antique Rag Rug

Antique Rag Rug

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W 17 in L 41 in

Antique Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique rag rug, size: 1'5" x 3'5".

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Antique Early 1900s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Set of 4 American Rag Runners
Set of 4 American Rag Runners

Set of 4 American Rag Runners

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W 36 in L 156 in

Set of 4 American Rag Runners

Located in New York, NY

A rare matching collection of Rag Rugs containing rainbow colored stripes.

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20th Century North and South American Rugs

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

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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Antique 1890s American Shaker North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Antique Rag Rug 9'0" x 11'3"
Antique Rag Rug 9'0" x 11'3"

Antique Rag Rug 9'0" x 11'3"

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W 108 in L 135 in

Antique Rag Rug 9'0" x 11'3"

Located in New York, NY

general hue is green, but there is plenty of grey, black and ivory. This rag rug was woven in a single

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Vintage 1960s American American Classical North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 6'3" x 9' - 190 x 275 cm )
Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 6'3" x 9' - 190 x 275 cm )

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 6'3" x 9' - 190 x 275 cm )

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century American Shaker Rag Rug ( 6'3" x 9' - 190 x 275 cm )

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Antique 1890s American Shaker North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fantastic Woven Leather Sheared Rug From 1960's
Fantastic Woven Leather Sheared Rug From 1960's

Fantastic Woven Leather Sheared Rug From 1960's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

works well with American Indian or mid century modern. The backing looks like an American rag rug and

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Vintage 1960s American Folk Art Rugs

Materials

Leather

Fantastic 19thc Room Size Rag Rug From Pennsylvania
Fantastic 19thc Room Size Rag Rug From Pennsylvania

Fantastic 19thc Room Size Rag Rug From Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This hand loomed rag rug has a hand stitched center seam.The colors are fantastic and so is the

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Antique 19th Century American North and South American Rugs

Vintage Turkish Rag Runner
Vintage Turkish Rag Runner

Vintage Turkish Rag Runner

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W 27 in L 186 in

Vintage Turkish Rag Runner

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Turkish rag rug with plaid design with bright colors that will intensify any hallway.

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Vintage 1960s Turkish American Classical North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Striped Rag Rug Pillows
Pair of Striped Rag Rug Pillows

Pair of Striped Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic and bold striped rag rug pillows with a natural linen backing. The inserts are down and

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Early 20th Century American Pillows and Throws

Materials

Down

Pair of Early American  Striped Rag Rug Pillows
Pair of Early American  Striped Rag Rug Pillows

Pair of Early American Striped Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Amazing cool striped colors and very good condition . The backings are in a beige linen . Down & feather fill .

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Early 20th Century American Pillows and Throws

Materials

Down

Vintage American Rag Rug
Vintage American Rag Rug

Vintage American Rag Rug

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W 108 in L 148 in

Vintage American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Rag Rug from the mid-20th century.

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century American Rag Rug
Early 20th Century American Rag Rug

Early 20th Century American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th century American Rag rug (3' x 16' 3" - 92 x 495).

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Antique Early 1900s American Shaker North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Antique American Rag Rug
Beautiful Antique American Rag Rug

Beautiful Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful antique American Rag Rug. Country of origin: America, circa date: Early 20th century

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage American Rag Rug
Vintage American Rag Rug

Vintage American Rag Rug

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W 87 in L 111 in

Vintage American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Vintage American Rag Rug Size: 7'3" × 9'3" (220 × 281 cm) This lovely piece clearly shows that

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Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique American Rag Rug
Antique American Rag Rug

Antique American Rag Rug

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W 42 in L 168 in

Antique American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Hooked rug, size: 3'6" x 14'0".

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Antique 1880s American North and South American Rugs

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Fabric, Cotton, Wool

Early 20th Century American Rag Rug Runner
Early 20th Century American Rag Rug Runner

Early 20th Century American Rag Rug Runner

Located in Norwalk, CT

Early 20th century American Rag rug runner with a multicolored field with an all-over geometric

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Early 20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Striped Brown, Orange, Yellow Wool American Rag Rug
Vintage Striped Brown, Orange, Yellow Wool American Rag Rug

Vintage Striped Brown, Orange, Yellow Wool American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Striped Brown, Orange, Yellow Wool American Rag Rug Size: 3'0" × 13'0" (91 × 396 cm). This

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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Mid-Century Modern North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Large Room Size Antique American Rag Rug. Size: 11 ft 6 in x 14 ft 8 in
Large Room Size Antique American Rag Rug. Size: 11 ft 6 in x 14 ft 8 in

Large Room Size Antique American Rag Rug. Size: 11 ft 6 in x 14 ft 8 in

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Large Room Size Antique American Rag Rug, Country of Origin: America, Circa date: 1900

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Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Striped American Rag Rug, Runner
Early 20th Century Striped American Rag Rug, Runner

Early 20th Century Striped American Rag Rug, Runner

Located in Norwalk, CT

Early 20th century (1910s) American rag runner rug, handwoven in wool. This rug has a multicolored

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Vintage 1910s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Folk Mid-20th Century Handmade Square Room Size American Rag Rug
Folk Mid-20th Century Handmade Square Room Size American Rag Rug

Folk Mid-20th Century Handmade Square Room Size American Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A folk vintage square room size American Rag rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage American Rag Runner
Vintage American Rag Runner

Vintage American Rag Runner

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W 40 in L 104 in

Vintage American Rag Runner

Located in Barrington, IL

, SKU 1682 American Rag Runner, Americana, Amish Rag Rugs, Amish Weaving, Amish Art, Amish Denim Rugs

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Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Folk Rag Rug
Mid-20th Century Handmade American Folk Rag Rug

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Folk Rag Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American folk rag rug in accent rug format handmade during the mid-20th century

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of 19th Century Rag Rug Pillows
Pair of 19th Century Rag Rug Pillows

Pair of 19th Century Rag Rug Pillows

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H 20 in W 20 in D 6 in

Pair of 19th Century Rag Rug Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These early American rag rug pillows have cotton tan linen backings and are down and feather fill

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Antique Late 19th Century American Country More Folk Art

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American Rag Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of American rag rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique American rag rugs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and cotton. There are 174 antique and vintage American rag rugs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 6 modern editions to choose from as well. American rag rugs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. American rag rugs are generally popular furniture pieces, but neoclassical, folk art and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. American Rag Rug and Nathan Turner each produced beautiful American rag rugs that are worth considering.

How Much are American Rag Rugs?

Prices for American rag rugs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, American rag rugs begin at $75 and can go as high as $80,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,050.

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.