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Wool
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Wool
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Wool
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Wool
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Wool
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Bamboo
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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.
- Where are Suzani rugs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Suzani rugs are traditionally made in Central Asian countries, namely Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Iran. Nomadic tribes first created these highly elaborate and detailed rugs which feature superior craftsmanship and making them a very desirable item today. Find a collection of expertly vetted Suzani rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are Persian rugs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024Persian rugs are made of the finest materials, including wool, cotton and silk. Authentic Persian rugs are never made with synthetic fibers. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk.
Regarded as works of art, carpets and rugs of this kind are made by hand and can take months or years to complete.
Iran (modern-day Persia) encompasses different cultures, languages and dialects, and its exquisite rugs reflect this diversity. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.”
The antique and vintage Persian rugs for sale on 1stDibs include Persian tribal rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs and more. - What are Turkish rugs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Turkish rugs are typically made of wool, silk, or a wool-and-cotton blend.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Bokhara rugs are made out of fine wool. Most feature patterns that originated with the Tekke tribe of Central Asia. They usually consist of rows of geometric medallions surrounded by a border. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Bokhara rugs.
- What is a flokati rug made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A flokati rug is made of woven wool. Flokati rugs are wool shag rugs made in Greece. They are stain resistant and extremely durable due to the natural oils in the wool. Browse a selection of authentic flokati rugs on 1stDibs.
- Where are hereke rugs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Hereke is a town in the Kocaeli province in Turkey, and it is where these attractive and desirable rugs are produced. At least, this is where they were originally produced. Today, they may be manufactured in other cities using the traditional Hereke methods and fine silk threads. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage Hereke rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where are Qashqai rugs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Qashqai rugs are made in Iran by the nomadic Qashqai people. They’re one of the many varieties of Persian rugs that are beloved by collectors worldwide. Shop a collection of expertly-vetted Qashqai rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where are Rya rugs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rya rugs are made in Scandinavia. Rya is a Swedish word that translates to “rug” in English, and Rya rugs have been popular in North America since the mid-20th century. Shop a collection of Rya rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are Breguet watches hand made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Partially. Breguet watches are crafted both by hand and by machine. The process is unique to each kind of watch, though much of the finishing of each timepiece is done by hand by Swiss-bases artisans. Browse a collection of authentic Breguet watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a hand hooked rug?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A hand hooked rug is handmade using a hook device. As a result they have small knots of hooked wool, differing from hand-knotted or hand-tufted rugs.
- How are Beni Ourain rugs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Beni Ourain rugs are made through a tried and tested process. First, the wool is hand spun, and then knotted. The rug is then dyed with natural dyes, and finally cut from the loom and trimmed. On 1stDibs, find authentic Beni Ourain rugs from top sellers around the world.
- What is a hand tufted wool rug?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A hand-tufted wool rug is a hand-made rug using a hand-operated tool. Strands of wool are punched into a canvas that is further stretched on a frame. Then it is removed from the frame and scrim fabric is glued to the back to hold the tufts in place. Find a wide range of antique and vintage rugs on 1stDibs.
- Are hand-hooked rugs durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, hand-hooked rugs are durable. Thanks to its wool content, hand-hooked rugs are known for being soft and supple yet durable and stain-resistant. Maintaining a hand-hook rug is fairly easy. To keep your rug looking its best, vacuum it for day-to-day cleaning and spot or deep clean it occasionally. Shop a collection of hand-hooked rugs on 1stDibs.
- What are hand-woven rugs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Hand-woven rugs are called ‘flatweaves’. Because they are woven, the front and back look the same, making the rug reversible. There are also no piles or knots. Shop a collection of flatweave rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021If you fold the rug and follow the pile down to the foundation and see that it has a knot at the end of it then it was made by hand. No machine can make the physical knot which is why they need apply glue or some sort of adhesive on the back to keep the pile from getting pulled out.
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