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Rug & Kilim's Contemporary Rug in Solid Beige Brown Open Field
Rug & Kilim's Contemporary Rug in Solid Beige Brown Open Field

Rug & Kilim's Contemporary Rug in Solid Beige Brown Open Field

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

versatility. The natural sheen of the silk blend plays naturally with the prevailing beige-brown colorway

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Modern Green Element III Wool & Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Modern Green Element III Wool & Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Modern Green Element III Wool & Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Modern Green Element III Wool & Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 10'4" × 15'0" (314 × 457 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

postmodern art styles. Hand-knotted in wool, cotton and silk, this design evokes a painterly style in

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream and Beige-Brown with Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream and Beige-Brown with Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream and Beige-Brown with Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 10x14 rug is a bold reimagining of Oushak rugs in one of Rug

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream, Blue, Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream, Blue, Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Cream, Blue, Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

-knotted in wool & sari silk, a luxurious rendering with a high-end contemporary approach to the most regal

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract runner in Silver, Beige & Gold Tones
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract runner in Silver, Beige & Gold Tones

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract runner in Silver, Beige & Gold Tones

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

From Rug & Kilim’s Modern collection comes this 3x8 abstract runner with fine wool & silk

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Handmade Contemporary Rug Gray Beige Striped Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Handmade Contemporary Rug Gray Beige Striped Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Handmade Contemporary Rug Gray Beige Striped Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

knotted silk measuring 8 x 10, prevailing gray and beige tones provide a contemporary appeal that will

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Scandinavian Style Rug, Minimalist Geometry in Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Scandinavian Style Rug, Minimalist Geometry in Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Scandinavian Style Rug, Minimalist Geometry in Silk

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with handwoven wool and silk, this 13x18 oversized flatweave represents a bold, elegant new

Category

2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Contemporary Textural Rug in Beige-Brown Tones
Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Contemporary Textural Rug in Beige-Brown Tones

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Contemporary Textural Rug in Beige-Brown Tones

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in silk and cotton, this 15x24 contemporary oversized rug is an exciting new addition

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Curve Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Beige Rug by Giulio Brambilla
Curve Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Beige Rug by Giulio Brambilla

Curve Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Beige Rug by Giulio Brambilla

By Giulio Brambilla

Located in Legnano, IT

from New Zealand and bamboo silk, it is hand-tufted on two different levels to enhance the three

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Blue with Gold Stripe and Beige Geometric Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Blue with Gold Stripe and Beige Geometric Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Blue with Gold Stripe and Beige Geometric Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

request. Hand-knotted in art silk. Further On the Design: The collection enjoys an inventive take on

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Beige-Brown Floral Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Beige-Brown Floral Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Beige-Brown Floral Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool & silk, a 3x14 piece from our new line of rugs in this collection inspired by

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug in Beige-Brown and Gray
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug in Beige-Brown and Gray

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug in Beige-Brown and Gray

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handknotted in luxurious, textural silk, a 9x12 abstract piece from Rug & Kilim’s bold contemporary

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

& Kilim. Hand-knotted in wool, cotton and silk, it’s a bold take on 1950s postmodern aesthetics never

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

& Kilim. Hand-knotted in wool, cotton and silk, it’s a bold take on 1950s postmodern aesthetics never

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Deserto Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Beige Rug by Giulio Brambilla
Deserto Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Beige Rug by Giulio Brambilla

Deserto Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Beige Rug by Giulio Brambilla

By Giulio Brambilla

Located in Legnano, IT

A captivating motif of ivory lines swirling on a beige background defines this sophisticated rug

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Handmade Transitional Wool Rug in Charcoal and Beige, Distressed Vintage Design
Handmade Transitional Wool Rug in Charcoal and Beige, Distressed Vintage Design

Handmade Transitional Wool Rug in Charcoal and Beige, Distressed Vintage Design

Located in West Hollywood, CA

warm beige, the design balances tradition with contemporary sophistication. The intricate motifs and

Category

2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Style Runner Rug in Beige with Colorful Geometric Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Style Runner Rug in Beige with Colorful Geometric Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Style Runner Rug in Beige with Colorful Geometric Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, cotton and silk, this 3x10 runner rug is from the Moroccan rug collection by

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Transitional Rug in Beige-Brown & Blue Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Transitional Rug in Beige-Brown & Blue Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Transitional Rug in Beige-Brown & Blue Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

From Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics selections, a 9x12 hand-knotted silk rug with an inventive

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug in Blue, Beige-Brown Striations
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug in Blue, Beige-Brown Striations

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug in Blue, Beige-Brown Striations

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

delicious blend of luxurious beige-brown & blue tones, complemented by the subtle sheen of silk for a

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s French Art Deco Style Rug in Beige with Light Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s French Art Deco Style Rug in Beige with Light Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s French Art Deco Style Rug in Beige with Light Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, silk, jute and cotton, this 6x9 rug by Rug & Kilim is a new addition to

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Jute, Cotton, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Beige with Textural Stripes
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Beige with Textural Stripes

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Beige with Textural Stripes

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted wool and silk, this 3x4 contemporary rug is an exciting addition to the

Category

2010s Indian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug In Beige-Brown and Orange Geometric Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug In Beige-Brown and Orange Geometric Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug In Beige-Brown and Orange Geometric Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool & sari silk, this 9x13 rug is from the new line of Rug & Kilim’s Modern

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Style Runner Rug in Beige with Colorful Geometric Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Style Runner Rug in Beige with Colorful Geometric Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Style Runner Rug in Beige with Colorful Geometric Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, cotton and silk, this 3x10 runner rug is from the Moroccan rug collection by

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Abstract Runner Rug in Beige-Brown Tones
Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Abstract Runner Rug in Beige-Brown Tones

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Abstract Runner Rug in Beige-Brown Tones

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and lustrous silk, this modern 4x20 runner from the New & Modern Collection by

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Block print Rug in Beige, Green and Rust Floral Vase Motifs
Rug & Kilim’s Block print Rug in Beige, Green and Rust Floral Vase Motifs

Rug & Kilim’s Block print Rug in Beige, Green and Rust Floral Vase Motifs

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

piece from Rug & Kilim’s celebrated Block print Collection features a warm beige field underscoring

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk, Wool

20th Century Silk Ghom Rug with Hunting Scene and Decorative Borders
20th Century Silk Ghom Rug with Hunting Scene and Decorative Borders

20th Century Silk Ghom Rug with Hunting Scene and Decorative Borders

Located in Barueri, SP, BR

This 20th-century silk Ghom-style rug presents a captivating narrative woven into its design: a

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Transitional Style Rug in Beige-Brown All over Floral Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Transitional Style Rug in Beige-Brown All over Floral Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Transitional Style Rug in Beige-Brown All over Floral Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Classics Collection. Hand knotted in our proprietary yarn blending wool and silk, enjoying a fantastic

Category

2010s Indian Other Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Hand Knotted, All Art Silk, Baker Estran Edition Bougainville
Hand Knotted, All Art Silk, Baker Estran Edition Bougainville

Hand Knotted, All Art Silk, Baker Estran Edition Bougainville

By Edition Bougainville

Located in Le Cannet, FR

silk. Size: 300 x 400 cm. CHARLESTON The Art Deco and the Art Nouveau mouvements from the late 19th

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Art Deco More Carpets

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Abstract Rug in Beige-Brown Painterly Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Abstract Rug in Beige-Brown Painterly Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Abstract Rug in Beige-Brown Painterly Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

wool & silk. On the Design: This contemporary design speaks to a comfortable, yet gently expressive

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Custom Ombre Rug in Gray-Beige Gradience
Rug & Kilim’s Custom Ombre Rug in Gray-Beige Gradience

Rug & Kilim’s Custom Ombre Rug in Gray-Beige Gradience

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

delicious ombre effect in silver-gray, beige, and off-white notes fabulously complementing the silk’s gentle

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Vintage Indian Silk Rug, Hand-Knotted, Geometric Medallion, 1990s
Vintage Indian Silk Rug, Hand-Knotted, Geometric Medallion, 1990s

Vintage Indian Silk Rug, Hand-Knotted, Geometric Medallion, 1990s

Located in Barrington, IL

This elegant vintage Indian silk rug exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and luminous beauty of

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug with Beige and Blue Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug with Beige and Blue Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug with Beige and Blue Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

luxurious blend of wool and silk. On the Design: This particular design features beige-brown and a range

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Contemporary Abstract Rug in Gray, Beige & Green
Rug & Kilim's Contemporary Abstract Rug in Gray, Beige & Green

Rug & Kilim's Contemporary Abstract Rug in Gray, Beige & Green

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in fabulous all-natural silk, a glorious 7x10 piece from Rug & Kilim’s modern

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Textural Rug in Gray and Beige Tones
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Textural Rug in Gray and Beige Tones

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Textural Rug in Gray and Beige Tones

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, silk, this 6x9 contemporary simple rug in gray and beige as an addition to

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Textural Rug In Solid Beige-Brown Striae
Rug & Kilim’s Textural Rug In Solid Beige-Brown Striae

Rug & Kilim’s Textural Rug In Solid Beige-Brown Striae

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted silk, this 12x14 rug is a rich new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Textural rug

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Oushak Style Rug with Cream and Beige Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Oushak Style Rug with Cream and Beige Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Oushak Style Rug with Cream and Beige Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted wool and silk, this oversized 14x20 rug represents a regal new line in Rug

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Khotan Style Rug with Blue & Beige-Brown Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Khotan Style Rug with Blue & Beige-Brown Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Khotan Style Rug with Blue & Beige-Brown Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Hand-knotted in silk, playing an exceptional blue & beige-brown in geometric patterns. Further On the

Category

2010s Indian Khotan Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Beige with Textural Stripes
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Beige with Textural Stripes

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Beige with Textural Stripes

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted wool and silk, this 3x4 contemporary rug is an exciting addition to the

Category

2010s Indian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

"Montare" Contemporary Odd Shape Rug in Himalayan Wool & Chinese Silk
"Montare" Contemporary Odd Shape Rug in Himalayan Wool & Chinese Silk

"Montare" Contemporary Odd Shape Rug in Himalayan Wool & Chinese Silk

Located in New York , NY

"Montare" Contemporary Area Rug in Himalayan Wool & Chinese Silk This edgy abstract design is

Category

2010s Nepalese More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

2'5"x10'1" Tan, Silk With Textured Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental, Runner Rug
2'5"x10'1" Tan, Silk With Textured Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental, Runner Rug

2'5"x10'1" Tan, Silk With Textured Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental, Runner Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Tan, Sickle Leaf Design, Silk With Textured Wool, Hand

Category

2010s Indian Medieval More Carpets

Materials

Silk

Antique 12 x 12 Quality Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century
Antique 12 x 12 Quality Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique 12 x 12 Quality Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

This rare mid 20th century Turkish Hereke silk pictorial rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in White, Beige and Gray, with Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in White, Beige and Gray, with Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in White, Beige and Gray, with Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

vintage and antique Oushak rugs. Hand-knotted in silk and originating from India, its design enjoys floral

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Nain Wool and Silk Rug
Nain Wool and Silk Rug

Nain Wool and Silk Rug

$1,800

W 43 in L 72 in

Nain Wool and Silk Rug

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Nain Wool and Silk Rug The center medallion of a rose window in blue and brown on a cream field

Category

20th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Turkish Hereke Silk Signed Extra Fine Rug, XXI Century
Turkish Hereke Silk Signed Extra Fine Rug, XXI Century

Turkish Hereke Silk Signed Extra Fine Rug, XXI Century

$3,702Sale Price|20% Off

W 32.68 in L 45.67 in

Turkish Hereke Silk Signed Extra Fine Rug, XXI Century

Located in Ferrara, IT

This is a silk Turkish Hereke Signed rug woven in Turkey during the beginning of the 21st century

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Other Turkish Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Pattern
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Pattern

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

modern artist Jenn Ski. Hand knotted in wool and all-natural silk, exploring varied atomic age styles in

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

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Beige Silk Carpet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic beige silk carpet available at 1stDibs. Each beige silk carpet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, silk and wool. There are 388 variations of the antique or vintage beige silk carpet you’re looking for, while we also have 910 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer beige silk carpet, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A beige silk carpet made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Rug & Kilim, Tapis Rouge Atelier and The Rug Company each produced at least one beautiful beige silk carpet that is worth considering.

How Much is a Beige Silk Carpet?

Prices for a beige silk carpet start at $140 and top out at $320,000 with the average selling for $6,736.

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.