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Angela Adams Sea Cave, Black Rug, 100% New Zealand Wool, Hand-Knotted, Modern
Angela Adams Sea Cave, Black Rug, 100% New Zealand Wool, Hand-Knotted, Modern

Angela Adams Sea Cave, Black Rug, 100% New Zealand Wool, Hand-Knotted, Modern

By Angela Adams

Located in Portland, ME

and responsibly handmade by skilled artisans. Measures: 2.5' x 8' Runner Size shown. Also available

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Standard Rug by Patricia Urquiola
Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Standard Rug by Patricia Urquiola

Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Standard Rug by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

concept of spontaneity and experimentation. The graphic lines of the rugs are made out of silk, obtained

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Rug in Grey by Patricia Urquiola
Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Rug in Grey by Patricia Urquiola

Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Rug in Grey by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

concept of spontaneity and experimentation. The graphic lines of the rugs are made out of silk, obtained

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Stroke Runner Handmade Nude Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis
Gesture cc-tapis Stroke Runner Handmade Nude Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis

Gesture cc-tapis Stroke Runner Handmade Nude Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis

By Sabine Marcelis, cc-tapis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

rug. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary craftsmanship of woven rugs. The varied

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis  Patcha Runner Handmade Rug in Full Mint by Patricia Urquiola
Gesture cc-tapis  Patcha Runner Handmade Rug in Full Mint by Patricia Urquiola

Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Rug in Full Mint by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, cc-tapis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

concept of spontaneity and experimentation. The graphic lines of the rugs are made out of silk, obtained

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Stroke Runner Handmade Yellow Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis
Gesture cc-tapis Stroke Runner Handmade Yellow Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis

Gesture cc-tapis Stroke Runner Handmade Yellow Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis

By Sabine Marcelis, cc-tapis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

rug. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary craftsmanship of woven rugs. The varied

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gallery Carpet in the Savonnerie style. Around 1930
Gallery Carpet in the Savonnerie style. Around 1930

Gallery Carpet in the Savonnerie style. Around 1930

Located in RÉDING, FR

Gallery Carpet In The Savonnerie Style. Around 1930. Handmade wool runner rug in the Savonnerie

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Aubusson Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Roland, Cowhide Cowhide Handmade Runner Rug, Oat
Roland, Cowhide Cowhide Handmade Runner Rug, Oat

Roland, Cowhide Cowhide Handmade Runner Rug, Oat

Located in Norwalk, CT

each rug a beauty of its own. The rugs include felt backing for extra durability; a rug pad is

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Leather, Wool

One of a Kind Persian Hamadan Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Multi

One of a Kind Persian Hamadan Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Multi

Located in Norwalk, CT

patterns, Persian rugs accentuate the grace and gravitas of traditional rooms while adding a touch of

Category

2010s Persian Other Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Colorful Collection Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Tangerine
One-of-a-Kind Colorful Collection Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Tangerine

One-of-a-Kind Colorful Collection Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Tangerine

Located in Norwalk, CT

: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand knotted rug is washed in a 100%-natural botanical

Category

2010s Pakistani Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Oriental Silky Oushak Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Beige
One-of-a-Kind Oriental Silky Oushak Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Beige

One-of-a-Kind Oriental Silky Oushak Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Beige

Located in Norwalk, CT

what is now Turkey, Oushak rugs have long been sought after for their intricate patterns, lush yet

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Oriental Silky Oushak Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Beige
One-of-a-Kind Oriental Silky Oushak Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Beige

One-of-a-Kind Oriental Silky Oushak Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Beige

Located in Norwalk, CT

, Oushak rugs have long been sought after for their intricate patterns, lush yet subtle colors, and soft

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Patterned and Floral Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Mocha
One of a Kind Patterned and Floral Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Mocha

One of a Kind Patterned and Floral Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Mocha

Located in Norwalk, CT

symbols, patterned rugs are the easiest way to enrich a space. Subtle colors and intricate motifs

Category

2010s Pakistani Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Shaggy Moroccan Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Chestnut, 5 x 12' 2
One-of-a-Kind Shaggy Moroccan Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Chestnut, 5 x 12' 2

One-of-a-Kind Shaggy Moroccan Wool Handmade Runner Rug, Chestnut, 5 x 12' 2

Located in Norwalk, CT

Color: Brown - Made In: Pakistan. 100% Wool. Moroccan rugs such as Beni Ourains and boucherouites

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Runners, Caucasian Oriental Rug Runners
Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Runners, Caucasian Oriental Rug Runners

Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Runners, Caucasian Oriental Rug Runners

Located in Wembley, GB

The Antique rug Karabagh runner is well over 140 years old, circa the 1870s. In this Pink rug with

Category

Antique 1870s Azerbaijani Heriz Serapi Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Runners, Caucasian Karabagh Runner Rugs for Sale
Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Runners, Caucasian Karabagh Runner Rugs for Sale

Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Runners, Caucasian Karabagh Runner Rugs for Sale

Located in Wembley, GB

rugs would look beautifully as stair runners. Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Runners, Caucasian Karabagh

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Handmade Carpet Antique Rugs Turkish Kilim Runner, Stair Runners Oriental Rugs
Handmade Carpet Antique Rugs Turkish Kilim Runner, Stair Runners Oriental Rugs

Handmade Carpet Antique Rugs Turkish Kilim Runner, Stair Runners Oriental Rugs

Located in Wembley, GB

. These handmade carpet runners are one of the toughest wool rugs on the market. What makes Wool rugs and

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Handmade Carpet Antique Rugs Turkish Kilim Runner, Stair Runners Oriental Rugs
Handmade Carpet Antique Rugs Turkish Kilim Runner, Stair Runners Oriental Rugs

Handmade Carpet Antique Rugs Turkish Kilim Runner, Stair Runners Oriental Rugs

Located in Wembley, GB

. These handmade carpet runners are one of the toughest wool rugs on the market. What makes wool rugs and

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Vintage Rugs and Runners, Oriental Carpet Runner Rug Handmade Wool Rug
Vintage Rugs and Runners, Oriental Carpet Runner Rug Handmade Wool Rug

Vintage Rugs and Runners, Oriental Carpet Runner Rug Handmade Wool Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

carpet runner rug handmade wool rug Measures: 87 x 407cm CORR69.   

Category

Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Verdigris Runner Rug, India Wool Handmade
Verdigris Runner Rug, India Wool Handmade

Verdigris Runner Rug, India Wool Handmade

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Verdigris Runner rug, India Wool Hand Made. Measures 146" x 36". Marked

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Anglo-Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Rug Runner Chinese Rugs Blue Handmade Carpet Runners
Antique Rug Runner Chinese Rugs Blue Handmade Carpet Runners

Antique Rug Runner Chinese Rugs Blue Handmade Carpet Runners

Located in Wembley, GB

runner Chinese rugs blue handmade carpet runners for sale.   

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Vintage Carpet Runner Handmade Green Cream Wool Runner Rug
Vintage Carpet Runner Handmade Green Cream Wool Runner Rug

Vintage Carpet Runner Handmade Green Cream Wool Runner Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

techniques make this piece the perfect accent rug for any home interior. Vintage carpet Runner handmade

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Ziegler Carpet Runner Rug, Afghan Rug Handmade Black Rug
Ziegler Carpet Runner Rug, Afghan Rug Handmade Black Rug

Ziegler Carpet Runner Rug, Afghan Rug Handmade Black Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

rugs and living room rugs and would stand out as stair runners. Handmade Black Rug, Ziegler Style

Category

1990s Afghan Tabriz Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Antique Handmade Persian Runner Rug Sultanabad Design
Antique Handmade Persian Runner Rug Sultanabad Design

Antique Handmade Persian Runner Rug Sultanabad Design

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique hand-woven Persian runner rug made from fine wool and all-natural vegetable dyes that are

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Runners Oriental Rugs, Handmade Carpet Area Rugs, Floral Stair Runner for Sale
Runners Oriental Rugs, Handmade Carpet Area Rugs, Floral Stair Runner for Sale

Runners Oriental Rugs, Handmade Carpet Area Rugs, Floral Stair Runner for Sale

Located in Wembley, GB

Oriental Rug Runner new traditional handwoven runner rugs come from rug world in a striking colour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Sultanabad Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Antique Rug Runner Chinese Rugs Blue Handmade Carpet Runners for Sale
Antique Rug Runner Chinese Rugs Blue Handmade Carpet Runners for Sale

Antique Rug Runner Chinese Rugs Blue Handmade Carpet Runners for Sale

Located in Wembley, GB

Chinese Rugs Blue Handmade Carpet Runners for Sale

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Handmade Rug New Traditional Rugs, Carpet Runners from Kazak Style Rugs
Handmade Rug New Traditional Rugs, Carpet Runners from Kazak Style Rugs

Handmade Rug New Traditional Rugs, Carpet Runners from Kazak Style Rugs

Located in Wembley, GB

style, navy, light blue, sea blue, cream and caramel. These new traditional handwoven runner rugs come

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Organic Material

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Hamadan Runner Rug
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Hamadan Runner Rug

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Hamadan Runner Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Hamadan rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oriental Runner Vintage Rug Traditional Handmade Carpet Red Wool Runner
Oriental Runner Vintage Rug Traditional Handmade Carpet Red Wool Runner

Oriental Runner Vintage Rug Traditional Handmade Carpet Red Wool Runner

Located in Wembley, GB

generations. Oriental runner vintage rug traditional handmade carpet red wool runner 80 x 395cm This piece

Category

Vintage 1950s Afghan Rustic Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Blue Geometric Super Kazak Handmade Runner Oriental Rug
Blue Geometric Super Kazak Handmade Runner Oriental Rug

Blue Geometric Super Kazak Handmade Runner Oriental Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind blue geometric super Kazak handmade runner oriental rug. It

Category

2010s Afghan Kazak More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handmade Semi Antique Persian Bakhtiari Wide Runner Rug
Handmade Semi Antique Persian Bakhtiari Wide Runner Rug

Handmade Semi Antique Persian Bakhtiari Wide Runner Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind handmade semi antique Persian Bakhtiari wide runner rug. It

Category

Vintage 1970s Persian Medieval More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Modern Kazak Runner Rugs, Geometric Handmade Stair Carpet Rug
Modern Kazak Runner Rugs, Geometric Handmade Stair Carpet Rug

Modern Kazak Runner Rugs, Geometric Handmade Stair Carpet Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

rug store. Modern Kazak runner rugs, handmade flat-woven rug.

Category

1990s Afghan Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Solo Rugs Blush Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Pink
Solo Rugs Blush Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Pink

Solo Rugs Blush Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Pink

Located in Norwalk, CT

With their freeform motifs and sophisticated color play, the rugs in the Abstract collection imbue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Antique Rug Handmade Carpet, Caucasian Rug Red Oriental Rug Wool Hallway Runner
Antique Rug Handmade Carpet, Caucasian Rug Red Oriental Rug Wool Hallway Runner

Antique Rug Handmade Carpet, Caucasian Rug Red Oriental Rug Wool Hallway Runner

Located in Wembley, GB

traditional home interior. Antique rug handmade carpet, Caucasian runner- Oriental red wool hallway runner.

Category

Vintage 1950s Caucasian Rustic Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug, Modern Minimalist Rug Blue Runner Rug
Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug, Modern Minimalist Rug Blue Runner Rug

Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug, Modern Minimalist Rug Blue Runner Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

as a bedroom rug, living room rug, entranceway, kitchen or dining room rug, stair Runner. This piece

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Bohemian Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Vintage Portuguese Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Runner, Pink and Blue
Vintage Portuguese Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Runner, Pink and Blue

Vintage Portuguese Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Runner, Pink and Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

This is a hand-knotted, finely woven Mid-Century Portuguese runner, having a all-over floral

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Solo Rugs Roger Bohemian Southwestern Handmade Runner Ivory
Solo Rugs Roger Bohemian Southwestern Handmade Runner Ivory

Solo Rugs Roger Bohemian Southwestern Handmade Runner Ivory

Located in Norwalk, CT

Moroccan rugs such as Beni Ourains and boucherouites are highly prized for their plush pile that

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Solo Rugs Hagues Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory
Solo Rugs Hagues Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory

Solo Rugs Hagues Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory

Located in Norwalk, CT

With their freeform motifs and sophisticated color play, the rugs in the Abstract collection imbue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Solo Rugs Denali Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory
Solo Rugs Denali Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory

Solo Rugs Denali Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory

Located in Norwalk, CT

With their freeform motifs and sophisticated color play, the rugs in the Abstract collection imbue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Solo Rugs Hagues Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory
Solo Rugs Hagues Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory

Solo Rugs Hagues Contemporary Abstract Handmade Runner Ivory

Located in Norwalk, CT

With their freeform motifs and sophisticated color play, the rugs in the Abstract collection imbue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Solo Rugs Harbor Contemporary Solid Handmade Runner Blue
Solo Rugs Harbor Contemporary Solid Handmade Runner Blue

Solo Rugs Harbor Contemporary Solid Handmade Runner Blue

Located in Norwalk, CT

rugs can pull the disparate elements of a room into a beautifully cohesive whole; they can also

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Solo Rugs Cordi Contemporary Solid Handmade Runner Gray
Solo Rugs Cordi Contemporary Solid Handmade Runner Gray

Solo Rugs Cordi Contemporary Solid Handmade Runner Gray

Located in Norwalk, CT

rugs can pull the disparate elements of a room into a beautifully cohesive whole; they can also

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

4.7x12 Ft Handmade Hallway Runner. Kitchen Rug. Brown Corridor Rug. Stair Rug
4.7x12 Ft Handmade Hallway Runner. Kitchen Rug. Brown Corridor Rug. Stair Rug

4.7x12 Ft Handmade Hallway Runner. Kitchen Rug. Brown Corridor Rug. Stair Rug

Located in Spring Valley, NY

, Conservatory, Bedroom, Basement, Utility/Laundry Room Shape: Rectangle Type: Runner Rug Style: Modern and

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

4.7x13 Ft Brown Hallway Runner. Kitchen Rug. Handmade Corridor Rug. Stair Rug
4.7x13 Ft Brown Hallway Runner. Kitchen Rug. Handmade Corridor Rug. Stair Rug

4.7x13 Ft Brown Hallway Runner. Kitchen Rug. Handmade Corridor Rug. Stair Rug

Located in Spring Valley, NY

, Conservatory, Bedroom, Basement, Utility/Laundry Room Shape: Rectangle Type: Runner Rug Style: Modern and

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Bakhtiari Runner Rug
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Bakhtiari Runner Rug

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Bakhtiari Runner Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian pictorial runner format rug handmade by the Bakhtiari tribe during the mid-20th

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Semi Antique Runner Overdyed Tabriz Green Cast Handmade Rug
Semi Antique Runner Overdyed Tabriz Green Cast Handmade Rug

Semi Antique Runner Overdyed Tabriz Green Cast Handmade Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Semi antique runner overdyed Tabriz green cast handmade rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No

Category

Vintage 1970s Persian Tabriz More Carpets

Materials

Wool

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Handmade Runner Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of handmade runner rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique handmade runner rugs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and cotton. We have 405 antique and vintage handmade runner rugs in-stock, while there are 89 modern editions to choose from as well. Handmade runner rugs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of handmade runner rugs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco handmade runner rugs are of considerable interest. Patricia Urquiola and Paule Leleu each produced beautiful handmade runner rugs that are worth considering.

How Much are Handmade Runner Rugs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,531, while they’re typically $299 on the low end and $22,000 highest priced.

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 Handmade Runner Rugs