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Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Grey, Ivory, Saffron
Located in Port Washington, NY
Turkish carpet from Oushak with a combination of soft colors having an all-over design. Finely woven, having the most superb wool found in the mountains of Anatolia. This is a fine e...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Hand-Knotted Floral Cream Carpet, Ivory Oriental Wool Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
traditional tribal design in this oriental wool rug make it the perfect accent accessory for any room.
The
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1920s Caucasian Hollywood Regency Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Wool Ivory Oriental Rug Hand Knotted
Located in Port Washington, NY
Sultanabad is a region in NW, Persia. It was the site of the principle Ziegler weavings in the late 19th century. Sultanabad's are famous for their floral designs as they improved th...
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Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Oriental Ivory
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W 94 in L 113 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
Extremely Rare size, which leads us to believe this carpet originally was a custom order for a Nobel Family.
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularl...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Gold, Green
Located in Port Washington, NY
Sultanabad is a region in NW Persia. It was the site of the principle Ziegler weaving's in the late 19th century. Sultanabad's are famous for their floral designs as they improved th...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 103 in L 146 in
Antique Farahan Sarouk Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Navy, Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
Finely woven Ferahan Sarouks were produced in the late 19th century until just before World War I. They've become extremely rare and are highly valued for their artistry and colors. ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 165 in L 285 in
Antique Turkish Angora Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug Shrimp, Pink, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 161 in L 197 in
Antique Turkish Oushak Decorative Oriental Carpet, Large Size, with Ivory Field
Located in New York, NY
an unusual design in the ivory central field, characterized by floral blossoms, vines, and trellis
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Early 1900s Turkish Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Ivory, Muted Orange, Soft Saffron
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Ivory, Muted Coral, Soft Green
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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W 156 in L 189 in
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Ivory, Muted Shrimp, Soft Saffron
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 149 in L 264 in
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Ivory, Muted Shrimp, Soft Coral
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine Oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 132 in L 178 in
Ivory, Antique Persian Mashad, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Oversized Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
in feet and inches : 11'9" x 16'4".
Main rug color : ivory.
Rug border color : navy blue.
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Early 1900s Persian Medieval Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool
Antique Angora Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Shrimp, Taupe, Ivory, Fine
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Antique Turkish Oushak carpets made
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Early 20th Century Turkish Adam Style Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool, Angora
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory Field, Coral, Gray, Soft
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Antique Turkish Oushak carpets made
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Coral Field, Gold, Ivory Border
Located in Port Washington, NY
rug or carpet is easily recognized. Most Oushaks have a golden or soft ivory background with floral or
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Red, Ivory, Gold
Located in Port Washington, NY
heights and created exceptional oriental rugs and carpets. KPSI approx: 400. Measures: 9'x13'2".
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Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool, Silk
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W 108 in L 158 in
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Light Blue, Ivory, Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
Sultanabad is a region in NW Persia. It was the site of the principle Ziegler weavings in the late 19th century. Sultanabad's are famous for their floral designs as they improved the...
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Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 106 in L 137 in
Antique Rug Ivory Tree Of Life Organic Handwoven Oriental Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
An extraordinary early 20th-century Ivory rug with an incredible densely woven multi-coloured tree
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1890s Caucasian Empire Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Antique Malayer Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Taupe, Gold, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Malayer is a large village located between the major weaving areas of Hamadan and Sarouk in northwest Persia. In Malayer and the small villages surrounding it, production was almost ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 60 in L 156 in
Antique Farahan Sarouk Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Red, Navy, Fine
Located in Port Washington, NY
Finely woven Farahan Sarouks were produced in the late 19th century until just before World War I. They have become extremely rare and are highly valued for their artistry and colors...
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19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 103 in L 144 in
Antique Malayer Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Taupe, Gray, Light Brown
Located in Port Washington, NY
Malayer is a large village located between the major weaving areas of Hamadan and Sarouk in Northwest Persia. In Malayer and the small villages surrounding it, production was almost ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 84 in L 195 in
Antique Malayer Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug Ivory, Gray, Taupe, Goyard Pattern
Located in Port Washington, NY
Malayer is a large village located between the major weaving areas of Hamadan and Sarouk in Northwest Persia. In Malayer and the small villages surrounding it, production was almost ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Green, Saffron, Ivory and Coral
Located in Port Washington, NY
Turkish carpet from Oushak with a combination of soft colors having an all-over design. Finely woven, having the most superb wool found in the mountains of Anatolia. This is a fine e...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 113 in L 159 in
Antique Persian Serab Runner, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Red, Ivory, Brown
Located in Port Washington, NY
The village of Serab is known for their fine long runners with a characteristic camel ground and lozenge shaped medallions. These rugs are woven in the village of Serab, located in t...
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Late 19th Century Persian Other Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 36 in L 171 in
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big...
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Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 54 in L 78 in
Antique Persian Lavar Kerman Oriental Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug, Ivory, Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Laver Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic principles of balance and harmony that make art-level antique rugs so inspiring...
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19th Century Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 105 in L 228 in
Antique Persian Kerman Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade, Blue, Ivory, Taupe, Tan
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Laver Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic principles of balance and harmony that make art-level antique rugs so inspiring...
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 108 in L 146 in
Antique Persian Kerman Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade, Ivory, Gold, Blue, Soft
Located in Port Washington, NY
This master crafted Persian Lavar Kerman carpet exemplifies the profound understanding of the artistic principles of balance and harmony that make art-level antique rugs so inspiring...
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1910s Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 168 in L 240 in
Antique Bakshaish Carpet, Oriental Persian Handmade in Ivory, Blue and Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
Bakshaish is a town on the banks of the Talke Rud River in the Heriz region of Northwest Persia. Situated in the mountainous region 60 miles east of the large city of Tabriz, Bakshai...
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Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 132 in L 180 in
Antique Persian Serab Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Camel Hair, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
The village of Serab is known for their Fine long runners with a characteristic camel ground and lozenge shaped medallions. These rugs are woven in the village of Serab, located in t...
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Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 75 in L 175 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade, Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 113 in L 132 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Geometric, Ivory Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...
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Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 115 in L 146 in
Antique Persian Bakhshaish Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Ivory and Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Bakhshaish / Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big...
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Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 38 in L 60 in
Antique Oriental Rug with floral design on ivory field circa 1880's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This antique Oriental rug from the 1880s boasts a stunning floral design on an ivory field. The
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Late 19th Century Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Antique Bijar Carpet Oriental Rug, Handmade, Ivory, Rust, Light Blue, Terracotta
Located in Port Washington, NY
Bijar rugs are often called the iron rugs of Persia. The Bijar is a heavy durable rug that has been very popular in the United States. Most Bijar carpets are woven by Kurds in the Ge...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 92 in L 137 in
Antique Persian Malayer Oriental Rug, in Small Size, W/ Ivory Medallion & Border
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Malayer Oriental rug in Small Size with Ivory Medallion & Border
An antique
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1920s Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool
Antique Turkmenistan Khotan Rug, Handmade Oriental Rug, Coral, Ivory, Blue, Soft
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Khotan rugs and carpets were produced in small villages of Eastern Turkestan, which today is a part of the Xinjiang region in Western China. This area has had a steady produc...
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Early 20th Century Turkmen Khotan Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 82 in L 108 in
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Gray and Taupe
Located in Port Washington, NY
Sultanabad is a region in NW Persia. It was the site of the principle Ziegler weaving's in the late 19th century. Sultanabad's are famous for their floral designs as they improved th...
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Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 128 in L 168 in
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Wool Ivory, Blue, Oriental Rug Hand Knotted
Located in Port Washington, NY
Sultanabad is a region in NW, Persia. It was the site of the principle Ziegler weavings in the late 19th century. Sultanabad's are famous for their floral designs as they improved th...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Antique Malayer Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Taupe, Gold, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Malayer is a large village located between the major weaving areas of Hamadan and Sarouk in northwest Persia. In Malayer and the small villages surrounding it, production was almost ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Oriental Ivory
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade, Oriental Rug, Rust, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 144 in L 199 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Rust Ivory Terracota
Located in Port Washington, NY
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America...
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19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 118 in L 152 in
Boulder Ivory Antique Chinese Peking Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug 12'x14'1"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
in Feet and Inches : 12' x 14'1"
Main Rug Color : Ivory
Rug Border Color : Denim Blue
Other Colors of
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Early 1900s Chinese Medieval Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Antique Farahan Sarouk Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Navy, Green, Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
Finely woven Farahan Sarouks were produced in the late 19th century until just before World War I. They've become extremely rare and are highly valued for their artistry and colors. ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 105 in L 138 in
Antique Persian Malayer Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Taupe, Brown, Fine
Located in Port Washington, NY
Malayer is a large village located between the major weaving areas of Hamadan and Sarouk in northwest Persia. In Malayer and the small villages surrounding it, production was almost ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 62 in L 158 in
Antique Persian Mohtasham Kashan Rug, Handmade Oriental Rug, Ivory, Navy, Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
The best of Kashan’s from the late 19th and early 20th centuries are referred to as Motasham Kashan’s. They are some of the most finely woven of all Persian rugs, characterized by a ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Kashan Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 102 in L 152 in
Antique Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug Made in Turkey, Peach, Blue, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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Early 20th Century Persian Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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W 111 in L 140 in
Antique Persian Tabriz Hadji Jalili Oriental Carpet in Mansion Size, Ivory Field
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz Hadji Jalili oriental carpet, circa 1890. Size 23'8 H x 17'6 W. This fine
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1890s Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Rugs, Handmade Oriental Rugs, Pink Ivory Fine Rug
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 222 in L 224 in
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Pale Green, Soft Pink and Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 140 in L 173 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Red, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
such as deep reds, blues, greens, and golds, creating a striking contrast against the rug's ivory or
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 77 in L 110 in
Antique Kuba Rug, Handmade Oriental Rug, Red, Green, Yellow, Ivory, Blue, White
Located in Port Washington, NY
area of the Caucasus. This area has been known for fine Oriental carpets for centuries.
This is one of
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Early 20th Century Russian Kazak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 42 in L 63 in
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Rust, Ivory, Light Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
such as deep reds, blues, greens, and golds, creating a striking contrast against the rug's ivory or
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Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 58 in L 74 in
Antique Persian Ferahan Sarouk Oriental Carpet, in Small Size with Ivory Circles
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Ferahan Sarouk oriental carpet, size 6'7 x 4'5, circa 1900. This delightful hand
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
An Oushak Carpet, Turkish Rugs, Handmade Oriental Rugs, Gold, Green, Pink, Ivory
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having Fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this, are
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 146 in L 192 in
Antique Persian Serapi Oriental Rug, in Small Square Size, with Ivory Medallion
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Serapi oriental rug, size 6'2 x 5'0, circa 1900. This handsome hand-knotted wool
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Rugs, Handmade Oriental Rugs, Pink Ivory Fine Rug
Located in Port Washington, NY
have always been on top of the list for having fine oriental rugs.
Oushak rugs such as this; are
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19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Oriental Ivory
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W 152 in L 178 in
Antique Indian Agra Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Light Blue, Gold, Ivory, Soft
Located in Port Washington, NY
Agra carpets are the most highly sought after of the 19th century antique Indian rugs today. Agra rugs were extremely well made heavy durable rugs and are considered the best of Indi...
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Early 20th Century Indian Agra Antique Oriental Ivory
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Wool
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W 154 in L 256 in
Vintage Navajo Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Wool Rug, Red, Black, Ivory, Bold
Located in Port Washington, NY
Navajo rugs and blankets are textiles produced by Navajo people of the Four Corners area of the United States. Navajo textiles are highly regarded and have been sought after as trade...
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Early 20th Century American Navajo Antique Oriental Ivory
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Antique Oriental Ivory For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique oriental ivory you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique oriental ivory for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. Your living room may not be complete without an antique oriental ivory — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique oriental ivory bearing Empire hallmarks is very popular. A well-made antique oriental ivory has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Europa Antiques are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Oriental Ivory?
An antique oriental ivory can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $16,299, while the lowest priced sells for $475 and the highest can go for as much as $350,000.
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.
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