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Grey Braided Area Rug
Grey Braided Area Rug

Grey Braided Area Rug

$5,820Sale Price|20% Off

Grey Braided Area Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A thick nubby texture is a delight for the eyes and feet in this grey herringbone braided area rug. Handmade in India using wool dyed with natural vegetal dyes.

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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

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

Located in New York, NY

Hence few rag rugs of real age survive. Rag and braided rugs are best for informal settings.

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Yarn

Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug
Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug

Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug

$4,319Sale Price|20% Off

Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A thick and generous wool braid provides comfort underfoot and durability for high traffic areas. The neutral oatmeal coloring with subtle variations makes for a versatile piece, mat...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug
Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug

Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug

$3,172Sale Price|20% Off

Oatmeal Braided Wool Area Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A thick and generous wool braid provides comfort underfoot and durability for high traffic areas. The neutral oatmeal coloring with subtle variations makes for a versatile piece, mat...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Amish Braided & Crochet Rug From Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Amish Braided & Crochet Rug From Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Amish Braided & Crochet Rug From Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These Amish Braided & crochet area rugs are very hard to find in good condition.They were made in Lancaster County,Pennsylvania in Amish country.Its a mix of wool and polished cotton.

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Rugs

Materials

Wool

Braided Cream and Grey Area Rug
Braided Cream and Grey Area Rug

Braided Cream and Grey Area Rug

$2,164Sale Price|20% Off

Braided Cream and Grey Area Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Textures and tones! A braided patchwork of textures worked in dark and light tones creates a one-of-a kind rug for the contemporary casual space.

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Other

Galerie Shabab Collection Vintage American Braid Round Rug
Galerie Shabab Collection Vintage American Braid Round Rug

Galerie Shabab Collection Vintage American Braid Round Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Braid Round rug handmade during the Late 20th century.

Category

Late 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare 3x5 antique hooked oval rug of United States’ provenance, handmade in braided wool and fabric circa 1920-1930 with polychromatic stripes in a braided style.

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare 3x5 antique hooked oval rug of United States’ provenance, handmade in braided wool and fabric circa 1920-1930 with polychromatic stripes in a braided style.

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Hand braided 10ft Round Woven 'Montreal' Natural Sisal Rug, Made in India
Hand braided 10ft Round Woven 'Montreal' Natural Sisal Rug, Made in India

Hand braided 10ft Round Woven 'Montreal' Natural Sisal Rug, Made in India

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large, round, 10ft x 10ft natural fiber sisal rug. Expertly hand braided in India. In new, good condition.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare 4x5 antique hooked oval rug of United States’ provenance, handmade in wool and fabric , circa 1920-1930, featuring polychromatic stripes in a braided texture.

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare 4x5 antique hooked oval rug of United States’ provenance, handmade in wool and fabric , circa 1920-1930, featuring polychromatic stripes in a braided texture.

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Antique Hooked Oval Rug with Polychromatic Braided Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare 4x5 antique hooked oval rug of United States’ provenance, handmade in wool and fabric , circa 1920-1930, featuring polychromatic stripes in a braided texture.

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Handmade Antique American Braided Sit Covers Rugs, 1940s, 1C459
Handmade Antique American Braided Sit Covers Rugs, 1940s, 1C459

Handmade Antique American Braided Sit Covers Rugs, 1940s, 1C459

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Vintage handmade American Braided sit covers for the chairs in original good condition. They made from the stripes of cotton of white, green and yellow shades. -condition: original ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Hand Hooked Folky Floral Rug Mounted with Braided Border
19th Century Hand Hooked Folky Floral Rug Mounted with Braided Border

19th Century Hand Hooked Folky Floral Rug Mounted with Braided Border

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This amazing hand hooked mounted rug with multi braided borders is 19th century and in very good condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Country North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Moroccan Geometric Wool Rug, Braids 5'10" x 8'10"
Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Moroccan Geometric Wool Rug, Braids 5'10" x 8'10"

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Moroccan Geometric Wool Rug, Braids 5'10" x 8'10"

Located in New York, NY

Breathtaking vintage geometric purple Moroccan rug, country of origin: Morocco, date: circa mid-20th century. Size: 5 ft 10 in x 8 ft 10 in (1.78 m x 2.69 m).

Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Minimalist Ivory Soumack Wool Rug – 8'10" × 11'11"
Minimalist Ivory Soumack Wool Rug – 8'10" × 11'11"

Minimalist Ivory Soumack Wool Rug – 8'10" × 11'11"

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

Crafted using the traditional Soumack weaving technique—renowned for its flat, braided texture—this rug features a soothing ivory tone that adds a refined, modern character to any ro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Scandinavian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Braided Round / Circular Accent Carpet
Mid-20th Century Handmade American Braided Round / Circular Accent Carpet

Mid-20th Century Handmade American Braided Round / Circular Accent Carpet

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Braid round/circular accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century.

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Yarn

Katie Stout Building Blocks Furniture - Set of 3 Unique Pieces
Katie Stout Building Blocks Furniture - Set of 3 Unique Pieces

Katie Stout Building Blocks Furniture - Set of 3 Unique Pieces

By Katie Stout

Located in Brooklyn, NY

They are a collaboration with American rug company Colonial Mills. The exhibition showcased braided rug geometric blocks to be stacked and assembled in various configurations - see ...

Category

2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Polyester

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century American Braided Room Size Carpet
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century American Braided Room Size Carpet

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century American Braided Room Size Carpet

Located in New York, NY

A vintage American Braided room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 9' 1" x 12' 10".

Category

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

Materials

Wool

Tan Khotan Style Rug
Tan Khotan Style Rug

Tan Khotan Style Rug

$4,036Sale Price|20% Off

Tan Khotan Style Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An eclectic mix of stylized flowers and geometric shapes characterizes this traditional Khotan style tan rug. Braided frames create a unique rug-within-a-rug look.

Category

2010s European Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Floral Medallions Beige Rug
Floral Medallions Beige Rug

Floral Medallions Beige Rug

$4,180Sale Price|20% Off

Floral Medallions Beige Rug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This eclectic rug features a rug-within-a-rug look using braided frames, floral medallions and geometric shapes against a beige background.

Category

2010s European Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversize Handwoven Jute Rug, Natural Fiber, Light Ivory, 12' x 18'
Oversize Handwoven Jute Rug, Natural Fiber, Light Ivory, 12' x 18'

Oversize Handwoven Jute Rug, Natural Fiber, Light Ivory, 12' x 18'

Located in Barrington, IL

Crafted entirely by hand, the rug features a braided construction and subtle cross-weave texture that highlight the organic character of its natural fibers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute

Handwoven Wool Red Vintage Turkish Rug from the 70s
Handwoven Wool Red Vintage Turkish Rug from the 70s

Handwoven Wool Red Vintage Turkish Rug from the 70s

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Intermixed within the design of this late 20th century rug are beautifully braided details. Sized at 5’8” x 8’3” the long pile wool has a soft hand and vibrant color making it a stat...

Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Slate Blue Modern Moroccan-inspired Wool Rug With Trellis/Diamond Pattern 8x10
Slate Blue Modern Moroccan-inspired Wool Rug With Trellis/Diamond Pattern 8x10

Slate Blue Modern Moroccan-inspired Wool Rug With Trellis/Diamond Pattern 8x10

Located in Norwalk, CT

The color palette features slate blue, steel grey, deep charcoal, and ivory accents, with a subtle high-low texture and classic braided fringe ends. This rug measures 8' x 10'5".    

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Copper Jute & Cotton Area Rug
Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Copper Jute & Cotton Area Rug

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Copper Jute & Cotton Area Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful natural hand-woven 70% jute and 30% cotton rug with the copper braided field. This Modern rug is perfect for farmhouse, coastal, rustic, bohemian, or contemporary styles of...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute, Cotton

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Brown Jute & Cotton Area Rug
Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Brown Jute & Cotton Area Rug

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Brown Jute & Cotton Area Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful natural hand-woven 70% jute and 30% cotton rug with the brown braided field. This Modern rug is perfect for farmhouse, coastal, rustic, bohemian, or contemporary styles of ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute, Cotton

Grey-Onyx Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug
Grey-Onyx Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug

Grey-Onyx Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful natural hand-woven 70% jute and 30% cotton rug with the gray-onyx braided field. This Modern rug is perfect for farmhouse, coastal, rustic, bohemian, or contemporary styles...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute, Cotton

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Teal Color
Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Teal Color

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Teal Color

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful natural hand-woven 70% jute and 30% cotton rug with the teal & brown braided field. This Modern rug is perfect for farmhouse, coastal, rustic, bohemian, or contemporary sty...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute, Cotton

Modern Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug In Natural Beige Color
Modern Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug In Natural Beige Color

Modern Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug In Natural Beige Color

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful natural hand-woven 70% jute and 30% cotton rug with a natural beige braided field. This Modern rug is perfect for farmhouse, coastal, rustic, bohemian, or contemporary styl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute, Cotton

1880's Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug
1880's Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug

1880's Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

The Soumak technique, characterized by its durable and textured finish, provides both a sense of depth and a unique braided appearance. This antique rug is not only a visual woven wo...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Bohemian Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Brown Color
Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Brown Color

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Brown Color

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful natural hand-woven 70% jute and 30% cotton rug with a brown braided field. This Modern rug is perfect for farmhouse, coastal, rustic, bohemian, or contemporary styles of dé...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute, Cotton

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Flat Woven Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Flat Woven Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Flat Woven Rug

Located in New York, NY

Framed by a wide blue border and finished with braided fringes, the rug’s craftsmanship is evident from both the front and the reverse, showcasing a tight, flat weave that emphasizes...

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavia...

Materials

Wool

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Grey-Onyx Color
Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Grey-Onyx Color

Modern Natural Texture Hand Woven Jute & Cotton Area Rug with Grey-Onyx Color

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful natural hand-woven 70% jute and 30% cotton rug with the gray-onyx braided field. This Modern rug is perfect for farmhouse, coastal, rustic, bohemian, or contemporary styles...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Jute, Cotton

Contemporary Striped Twisted Belts Leather Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Contemporary Striped Twisted Belts Leather Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Contemporary Striped Twisted Belts Leather Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Handmade braided leather rug. Custom colors and sizes available.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Leather

Danish Oriental Rug, Handwoven Fabric, Geometric Design, 20th Century
Danish Oriental Rug, Handwoven Fabric, Geometric Design, 20th Century

Danish Oriental Rug, Handwoven Fabric, Geometric Design, 20th Century

Located in High Point, NC

The intricate border adds structure with tightly patterned motifs, while the handwoven texture and natural irregularities enhance its artisanal character. Finished with braided fring...

Category

20th Century Danish Western European Rugs

Materials

Fabric

Nazmiyal Collection Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug 5ft 7in X 8ft 1in
Nazmiyal Collection Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug 5ft 7in X 8ft 1in

Nazmiyal Collection Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug 5ft 7in X 8ft 1in

Located in New York, NY

The braids extend horizontally across the rug and terminate as a short braid fringe on the edges.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Swedish Tapestry with All-Over Geometric & Symbolic Design - Rug & Kilim
Antique Swedish Tapestry with All-Over Geometric & Symbolic Design - Rug & Kilim

Antique Swedish Tapestry with All-Over Geometric & Symbolic Design - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Presenting an extraordinary level of preservation and finished with original multi-colored braided edges, this rare rug acts as a premier focal point, bringing immense historic soul ...

Category

Antique 1880s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Small Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Small Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Small Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Located in Geneve, CH

The preparation of the raw materials alone takes up to five days and the weaving and braiding of the rug take between 20 to 30 days, depending on the size of the final rug.

Category

2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Large Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Large Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Large Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Located in Geneve, CH

The preparation of the raw materials alone takes up to five days and the weaving and braiding of the rug take between 20 to 30 days, depending on the size of the final rug.

Category

2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Medium Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Medium Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Medium Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Located in Geneve, CH

The preparation of the raw materials alone takes up to five days and the weaving and braiding of the rug take between 20 to 30 days, depending on the size of the final rug.

Category

2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Large Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Large Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Large Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Located in Geneve, CH

The preparation of the raw materials alone takes up to five days and the weaving and braiding of the rug take between 20 to 30 days, depending on the size of the final rug.

Category

2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Small Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Small Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Small Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Located in Geneve, CH

The preparation of the raw materials alone takes up to five days and the weaving and braiding of the rug take between 20 to 30 days, depending on the size of the final rug.

Category

2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Large Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Large Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Large Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Located in Geneve, CH

The preparation of the raw materials alone takes up to five days and the weaving and braiding of the rug take between 20 to 30 days, depending on the size of the final rug.

Category

2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Medium Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Medium Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Medium Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer

Located in Geneve, CH

The preparation of the raw materials alone takes up to five days and the weaving and braiding of the rug take between 20 to 30 days, depending on the size of the final rug.

Category

2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 6’4” x 12’10”, Berber Carpet, Middle Atlas
Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 6’4” x 12’10”, Berber Carpet, Middle Atlas

Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 6’4” x 12’10”, Berber Carpet, Middle Atlas

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Along the sides, narrow patterned guard borders—an unusual element of a Beni Ourain village weaving—frame the rug vertically, while braided kilim ends complete the composition with a...

Category

Vintage 1950s Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Scandinavian Mid-Century Geometric Beige Flatweave Carpet
Doris Leslie Blau Scandinavian Mid-Century Geometric Beige Flatweave Carpet

Doris Leslie Blau Scandinavian Mid-Century Geometric Beige Flatweave Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Framed by a wide blue border and finished with braided fringes, the rug's craftsmanship is evident from both the front and the reverse, showcasing a tight, flat weave that emphasizes...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

19th Century Hooked Rug with Greek Key and Flowers, Dated 1891, Mounted
19th Century Hooked Rug with Greek Key and Flowers, Dated 1891, Mounted

19th Century Hooked Rug with Greek Key and Flowers, Dated 1891, Mounted

Located in Nantucket, MA

Lovely 19th century hooked rug with black braided border surrounding rug with vibrant red and teal highlighted Greek key border.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Cotton

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Braided Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of braided rugs available for sale. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, all braided rugs available were constructed with great care. There are 114 antique and vintage braided rugs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 41 modern editions to choose from as well. Braided rugs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Braided rugs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Folk Art and Neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many braided rugs are appealing in their simplicity, but Luft Tanaka, Souda and Grain produced popular braided rugs that are worth a look.

How Much are Braided Rugs?

Braided rugs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,376, while the lowest priced sells for $166 and the highest can go for as much as $38,000.

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. 

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