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Pair of Carpet Kilim Rugs Handmade Flatwoven Silk and Wool Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
make these carpets great accent rugs for any home interior. Suitable for styling with both classic and
Category
2010s Iraqi Tribal Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
Pair of Lavender Indian Carpets
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare pair of little Indian carpets, with a special lavender blue color. They are slightly different
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Agra Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Little Indian Carpets
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Classic color and elegant floral desgn for this pair or small rugs, which can be placed anywhere
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Agra Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of William Morris design Indian carpets
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Pair of William Morris design Indian carpets in full pile except for a 10 inches loose selvedge
Category
Vintage 1970s Indian Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pair of 19th Century Kerman Pictorial Carpet
Located in Norwalk, CT
Set of two rare matching Persian Kerman carpets, each with a palace or royalty scene on a tan or
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Little Carpets to Match with Other Similar Carpet
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
the carpet published LU (see below) because they were a pair! But this one had the central part (kilim
Category
Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Other Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Bauhaus Style Geometric Carpets, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1940s
- Bouclé
- perfect original condition.
- professionally cleansed and whipstitched
- minor damages
jt.
Category
Vintage 1940s Bauhaus More Carpets
Materials
Textile
Pair of Little Square Indian Carpets or Cushions
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 136-137 - Rare pair of little square Indian carpets: elegant but so discret that they can be
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Agra Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Antique KIRSHEIR Prayer Bed Side Carpets
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
It is very rare to find a pair of antique "prayer" bed side carpets, from Kirshehir. Usually
Category
Antique Early 1900s Turkish Islamic Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Thick Wool Carpets, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of thick wool carpets, circa 1970.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Rugs, Matching Pair of Sivas Carpets
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a pair of matching vintage Turkish rugs. Each piece is hand knotted from wool featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Design Abstract Modernist Carpets / Rugs, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s
- Czechoslovakia
- Original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pair of Small Midcentury Geometric Kilim Carpets, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s, Czechoslovakia
- Good original condition
- Professionally cleansed
- Double sided.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pair of Kurdestan Little Carpets or Rugs
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Unusual pair of rugs, used as a seat on the large rug. Rare to find in perfect condition like these
Category
Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Other Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century S. Persian Pair of Bakhtiari Carpets
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century S. Persian Pair of Bakhtiari Carpets - 4'5" x 6'7"
Category
Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Little Armenian Carpets or Cushions
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Vintage little rugs with floral design , probably made as a gift to the newlyweds, as seat backrests on the wall. Very cute!.
On request I can prepare cushions.
Category
Mid-20th Century Armenian Agra Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Matching Vintage Persian Kerman Rug Carpet Runners
Located in Dallas, TX
design, and excellent preservation makes finding a pair of vintage Persian Kerman carpet runners from the
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Rare Antique Runner Rug Caucasian Wool Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
This truly unique pair of antique runner rugs have been woven by hand and feature a fantastic all
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Pair of Blue Wool Midcentury Design Carpets, Denmark, 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
- Denmark, around 1970
- original condition
- profesionally cleansed
jr.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpet Runners
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Chinese Art Deco carpet or rug runners, circa 1930s. Beautiful colors and rare to find a
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Fabric
Pair of Wool Design Abstract Geometric Carpets / Rugs, 1960s
By Antonín Kybal 1
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia,
- 1960s
- Very good original condition (see the pictures)
- Professionally cleansed
- jr.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rare Matching Pair of Antique Khotan Carpets
Located in New York, NY
Very rare matching pair of antique khotans with one measuring 4'1'' x 5'11'' and the other
Category
Early 20th Century Turkmen Chinese Export Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Antique Oriental Carpets with Qajar Dynasty Crown
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare pair of antique oriental carpets with the crown of the Qajar dynasty. Unique.
As bedside rugs
Category
Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Two Design Organic Scandinavian Style Carpets, 1970s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Around 1970s
- Czechoslovakia
- oOriginal and good condition
- Very well preserved, cleaned.
jr
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Synthetic
Pair of Big Midcentury Design Abstract Geometric Carpets, Rugs, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1950s,
- Czechoslovakia
- Very simple design
- Few stains on both
- Double sided.
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Carpet Runners with Traditional Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50588-50589 Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Carpet Runners with Traditional Modern Style. Remarkable
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Pair of Pictorial Baluch Ferdous Carpets ( 3'7" x 6'1")
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Pair of Pictorial Baluch Ferdous Carpets ( 3'7" x 6'1" - 110 x 185 )
Category
Antique Early 1900s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Scandinavian Wool Ege Rya Danish Small Carpets / Rugs, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s
- Denmark
- Very good original condition (see the pictures)
- Jr.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pair of Tibetan Phoenix and Floral Orange Accessory Runner Rugs by Joseph Carini
By Joseph Carini, Carini Carpets
Located in New York, NY
collection of 3x6s carpets. Remarkable for its fantastic orange field and expressive design, this accessory
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Tibetan Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Handmade Oriental Needlepoint Rugs Traditional Pink Wool Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
for use in any home.
Pair of handmade Oriental Needlepoint rugs Traditional pink wool carpet
Category
2010s Chinese Hollywood Regency Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
6.6x10 Ft One-of-a-pair Vintage Area Rug. Handmade Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
Category
Vintage 1960s Turkish Country Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
6.8x10.5 Ft One-of-a-pair Vintage Area Rug. Handmade Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
Category
Vintage 1960s Turkish Country Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Pair of Persian Baluch Carpets ( 2'7" x 2'7" - 79 x 79 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Pair of Persian Baluch Carpets ( 2'7" x 2'7" - 79 x 79 )
Category
Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Needlepoint Tapestries Carpet, Handwoven Musical Themed Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now.
Pair of Needlepoint Tapestries carpet
Category
2010s Chinese Hollywood Regency Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton, Tapestry
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets 2'x4'
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Art Deco Pair Rug 2'x4'
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
4.4x9 Ft One of a pair Oriental Rug with Medallions, Handmade Tribal Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
4.5x8.6 Ft One of a pair Oriental Rug with Medallions, Handmade Tribal Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Carpet Runners with Rustic Arts and Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50463-50464 Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Carpet Runners with Rustic Arts and Crafts Style. Warm
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Needle Point Bedside Carpets or Large Pillows
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Enjoyable embroidered tissues, suitable as large cushions with cheerful bouquets of flowers -
nr. 361 - 362.
Category
Vintage 1980s Chinese Beaux Arts Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pair of Chinese Peking Carpets from 1920s ( 2' / 60 cm )
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese Peking Carpets from 1920s ( 2' / 60 cm )
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Kilim Rugs Handmade Carpet Flatwoven Wool Silk Area Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
These bold wool rugs are a matching pair of handmade flatwoven kilims, woven by hand in the early
Category
2010s Iraqi Tribal Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
Pair of Kilim Rugs Traditional Carpet Flatwoven Yellow Silk/Wool Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
These bold yellow rugs area a pair of handmade flatwoven kilim rugs, construected in the early
Category
2010s Iraqi Tribal Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
Early 20th Century Pair of Persian Sumak Carpets ( 1'8" x 3'5" - 51 x 104 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Pair of Persian Sumak Carpets ( 1'8" x 3'5" - 51 x 104 )
Category
Antique Early 1900s Persian Sumak Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Pair of Caucasian Karabagh Runner Carpets (3'6" x 107 x 550)
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Pair of Caucasian Karabagh Runner Carpets
3'6" x 107 x 550
Category
Antique Early 1900s Caucasian Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Pair of S.E. Persian Kirman Laver Runner Carpets ( 2'6" x 15'4" )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Pair of S.E. Persian Kirman Laver Runner Carpets
2'6" x 15'4" - 76 x 467
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets 6'x 8' 6"
Located in New York, NY
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets, size: 6'x 8' 6"
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
6.4x10.2 Ft One of a Pair Handmade Area Rug, Modern Carpet from Kayseri / Turkey
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A hand-knotted contemporary Turkish rug.
This modern rug has even medium wool pile on wool foundation.
It is made of premium hand-spun sheep and natural dyes, ie. plant based non c...
Category
Early 2000s Turkish Country Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
W 76.38 in L 121.26 in
Pair of Handwoven Carpet Portuguese Needlepoint Rugs Wool Floral Rugs 65x135cm
Located in Wembley, GB
condition. Ready for use in any home or office environment.
Pair Of Handwoven Carpet Portuguese Needlepoint
Category
2010s Chinese Country Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton, Wool
A Pair of Aubusson Runner Rug Handwoven Carpet Floral Stair Runner Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
This magnificent pair of stair runner rugs has been handwoven with a beautiful symmetrical floral
Category
1990s French Aubusson Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Cotton
Early 20th Century Pair of N. Indian Agra Carpets ( 2'6" x 12' - 76 x 366 )
Located in New York, NY
This matched pair of narrow kenares (runners) shows old gold plain outer border and goldenrod
Category
Antique Early 1900s Indian Agra Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-19th Century Pair of N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Carpets (3' x 15'9" - 91 x 480)
Located in New York, NY
Mid-19th Century Pair of N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Carpets ( 3' x 15'9" - 91 x 480 )
Category
Antique 1890s Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Pair of Chinese Peking Gallery Carpets ( 5'3" x 9'9" )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Pair of Chinese Peking Gallery Carpets
5'3" x 9'9" - 160 x 297
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Mid 20th Century Persian Silk Qum Carpets (3' 7'' x 5' 2'' - 110 x 158)
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid 20th Century Persian Silk Qum Carpets (3' 7'' x 5' 2'' - 110 x 158)
Category
Vintage 1940s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets (4'4'' x 6'1'' - 132 x 185 )
Located in New York, NY
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets (4'4'' x 6'1'' - 132 x 185 )
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets ( 3' x 4'10" -90 x 148 )
By Walter Nichols
Located in New York, NY
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets ( 3' x 4'10" -90 x 148 )
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage 1980s Pair of Chinese Peking Carpets ( 2'7" x 21'2" - 79 x 645 )
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1980s Pair of Chinese Peking Carpets ( 2'7" x 21'2" - 79 x 645 )
Category
Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 2' x 4' - 61 x 122 )
Located in New York, NY
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 2' x 4' - 61 x 122 )
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets ( 3' x 4'7" - 92 x 140 )
Located in New York, NY
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets ( 3' x 4'7" - 92 x 140 )
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Pair of Chinese Peking carpets ( 3'2" x 5'2" - 97 x 158 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Pair of Chinese Peking carpets ( 3'2" x 5'2" - 97 x 158 )
Category
Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets by Fette-Li Workshop (4'x7'10"-122x238)
Located in New York, NY
1920s Pair of Chinese Art Deco Carpets by Fette-Li Workshop (4'x7'10"-122x238)
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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Pair Of Carpets For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of pair of carpets for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique pair of carpets was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and cotton. Find 272 antique and vintage pair of carpets at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Pair of carpets have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of pair of carpets to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Folk Art pair of carpets are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made pair of carpets over the years, but those made by antique textiles galleries, Edward Fields and Joseph Carini Carpets are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Pair Of Carpets?
Prices for pair of carpets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, pair of carpets begin at $110 and can go as high as $136,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,615.
Finding the Right Rugs And Carpets for You
Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.
In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.
It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.
Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.
Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.)
When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.
If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans.
Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin.
The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor.
With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.
Questions About Pair Of Carpets
- What is an Aubusson carpet?1 Answer
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021a type of rug that was woven in Aubusson France. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The most luxurious carpet is considered by many to be the type made by using the velvet piles technique. This type of carpet has a smooth, suede-like finish. Carpets made of wool are likely going to be expensive. When shopping for carpets, consider fiber density, as thicker and heavier fibers signify better quality. Find a wide variety of antique and vintage carpets on 1stDibs.
- What are Kashan carpets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Kashan carpet is a high-quality rug that uses silk in its material make-up. The base is crafted from cotton and the pile is tightly and evenly knotted. You can shop a collection of Kashan rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Nepali carpet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A Nepali carpet is a floor covering produced by artisans in Nepal. Most are 100 percent wool, made from the wool of sheep that graze in the highlands of Nepal. Many feature checkered or medallion patterns. Common colors include blue, yellow, green, gray, brown and red. On 1stDibs, find a range of Nepali carpets.
- What are Afghan carpets called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rugs or carpets made in Afghanistan are usually labeled by the region in which they’re produced. While many of these rugs are crafted by Afghan people, there are also some made by Turkmen, a term which includes people from Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Afghanistan. All traditional Afghan carpets or rugs tend to be of exceptional quality with great attention to detail. Shop a collection of properly vetted Afghan rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is a rug on carpet weird?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021No, a rug on a carpet is not weird. While this choice really comes down to preference, many stylists opt for this design choice. If you are planning on layering a rug over a carper, make sure to take texture, size, and color into account.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Outdoor carpets can be made from natural fibers, such as sisal, hemp, jute and seagrass, or synthetic materials, like polypropylene.
- Where are carpets made in Nepal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Where carpets are made in Nepal varies. Around 95% of carpets produced in the country come from the Kathmandu valley, which is located in the center of the country. Shop a range of Nepali rugs and carpets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Carpet balls are called carpet balls because of their original purpose. When first produced during the 18th century in Scotland, carpet balls were part of a set used to play the Victorian parlor game carpet ball. Find a collection of antique carpet balls on 1stDibs.
- What were carpet balls used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Carpet balls were used to play the game Parlour ball. This Victorian-era indoor game is related to bocce ball or lawn bowling. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carpet balls from top sellers around the world.
- What are antique carpet balls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.
- What does Wilton carpet mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Wilton carpet refers to one woven on a jacquard loom in such a way as to create a very soft velvety pile. You may also see the floor coverings referred to as Wilton rugs. Shop a variety of Wilton carpets on 1stDibs.
- Is nice carpet worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, many people, including interior designers, believe that nice carpet is worth it. A high-quality carpet can enhance a room's appearance with its color and texture. Well-made carpeting is also less likely to suffer wear and tear in high-traffic areas. Some luxury carpets are also easier to clean due to their stain-resistant properties. Shop a variety of carpets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to tell if a Persian carpet is real. A real Persian rug will always have a soft backing with hand-knots instead of machine-made knots. The fringe will also appear to be an extension of the rug, not an addition to the rug. Lastly, Persian rugs are always made with natural materials, not synthetic fibers. Browse a collection of authentic Persian rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a Kashmiri carpet, check the material. Because the carpets are made from silk, they should be lightweight but with tight, strong weaves. The level of detail in a Kashmiri carpet’s distinct pattern is something only attained through hand-stitching — a feature that a machine couldn’t accurately replicate. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of authentic vintage Kashmiri carpets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A variety of colors go with beige carpet, which can render a room quite dull. If you have beige carpet, consider painting the walls in grey, blue, white or green. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage rugs and carpets.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between an area rug and a carpet is installation. Carpet is a soft floor covering installed on a floor with glue, nails or other fasteners. An area rug is a removable floor covering. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of area rugs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between Axminster and Wilton carpets lies in their construction. An Axminster rug has a tufted pile secured by the weft, while Wilton carpets feature continuously woven yarn strands. You'll find a selection of Axminster and Wilton carpets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Which way a striped carpet should be laid depends on the effect that you want to achieve. Generally, stripes create an illusion of depth to make a room seem larger. As a result, experts typically recommend orienting stripes so they run parallel to the shorter walls in a room. Explore a wide range of striped carpets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023People in Nepal weave carpets for various reasons. Traditionally, carpets could be used in place of blankets to keep warm on cold nights. Today, many weavers continue to produce carpets to carry on cultural traditions and share the results of the time-honored techniques they use with the rest of the world. Shop a collection of Nepali rugs and carpets on 1stDibs.
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