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21st Century Carpet Rug Illusion in Himalayan Wool and Silk Black, Gray, White
21st Century Carpet Rug Illusion in Himalayan Wool and Silk Black, Gray, White

21st Century Carpet Rug Illusion in Himalayan Wool and Silk Black, Gray, White

By Illulian

Located in Milan, IT

The Illusion rug is an intricate combination of triangles of different colors placed in such a way

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rooms Rug by Serena Confalonieri
Rooms Rug by Serena Confalonieri

Rooms Rug by Serena Confalonieri

$3,655 / item

W 66.93 in L 94.49 in

Rooms Rug by Serena Confalonieri

By Carpet Edition

Located in Milan, IT

In a striking interplay of colors, geometric forms create a three-dimensional optical illusion on

Category

2010s Italian Western European Rugs

Materials

Textile

Hypnotic Multicolor Silk Circular Small Runner Area Rug "Vibra" By Joseph Carini
Hypnotic Multicolor Silk Circular Small Runner Area Rug "Vibra" By Joseph Carini

Hypnotic Multicolor Silk Circular Small Runner Area Rug "Vibra" By Joseph Carini

By Carini Carpets

Located in New York, NY

spectrum of color. An optical illusion, creating a hypnotic effect. Made with superior quality Chinese

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

optical illusion it creates. The way it leads the eye, both from the center outward and from the periphery

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Carpet Rug Convex in Himalayan Wool and Silk White, Black
21st Century Carpet Rug Convex in Himalayan Wool and Silk White, Black

21st Century Carpet Rug Convex in Himalayan Wool and Silk White, Black

By Illulian

Located in Milan, IT

Convex ver. B is an optical rug that by playing with shapes overcomes the flat surface typical of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

optical illusion it creates. The way it leads the eye, both from the center outward and from the periphery

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Navajo Rug Rare Trellis Rug Optical Antique Handwoven Tapestry
Antique Navajo Rug Rare Trellis Rug Optical Antique Handwoven Tapestry

Antique Navajo Rug Rare Trellis Rug Optical Antique Handwoven Tapestry

Located in New York, NY

Antique Navajo Rug Flatwoven Geometric Optical Illusion Handwoven 2x3 Tapestry 2.3" x 3.2" 97cm

Category

Vintage 1940s American Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Illusion Wool Rug in Monochrome by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design
Illusion Wool Rug in Monochrome by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

Illusion Wool Rug in Monochrome by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

By Layered

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Illusion rug is a part of LAYERED's 10th anniversary collection, Ten Years Unfolded

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Modern Black and White Geometric Wool Blend Rug 8'3''x9'11''
Modern Black and White Geometric Wool Blend Rug 8'3''x9'11''

Modern Black and White Geometric Wool Blend Rug 8'3''x9'11''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

'' Design: Black-and-white geometric pattern with an optical illusion effect. Craftsmanship: Hand-knotted by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Illusion Wool Rug in Mulberry Sky by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design
Illusion Wool Rug in Mulberry Sky by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

Illusion Wool Rug in Mulberry Sky by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

By Layered

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Illusion rug is a part of LAYERED's 10th anniversary collection, Ten Years Unfolded

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Illusion Wool Rug in Blue Sandstone by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design
Illusion Wool Rug in Blue Sandstone by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

Illusion Wool Rug in Blue Sandstone by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

By Layered

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Illusion rug is a part of LAYERED's 10th anniversary collection, Ten Years Unfolded

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Deco Geometric Blue and Grey Wool Blend Rug 9'2''x12'
Deco Geometric Blue and Grey Wool Blend Rug 9'2''x12'

Deco Geometric Blue and Grey Wool Blend Rug 9'2''x12'

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

creates a three-dimensional optical illusion, lending depth and movement to the floor. Handwoven from high

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Bamboo

Multi-Colored Vintage Midcentury Zeki Muren Style Wool Rug  5'11''x9'3''
Multi-Colored Vintage Midcentury Zeki Muren Style Wool Rug  5'11''x9'3''

Multi-Colored Vintage Midcentury Zeki Muren Style Wool Rug 5'11''x9'3''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

, green, and black—this rug creates a captivating diamond illusion that radiates from the center outward

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beige, Ivory and Brown Deco Wave Patterned Wool Rug 10'3''x14'
Beige, Ivory and Brown Deco Wave Patterned Wool Rug 10'3''x14'

Beige, Ivory and Brown Deco Wave Patterned Wool Rug 10'3''x14'

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

optical illusion wave pattern. The dynamic, undulating lines in warm beige, ivory, and browns create a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an inventive use of subdued elements, yet

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

& off white beautifully lending a gorgeous sense of movement & optical illusion of light &

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

layers to the all over pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an inventive use of

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

piece—a look of layers to the all over pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an inventive use of subdued elements, yet

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an inventive use of subdued elements, yet

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an inventive use of subdued elements, yet

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

& off white beautifully lending a gorgeous sense of movement & optical illusion of light &

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

layers to the all over pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an inventive use of

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

piece—a look of layers to the all over pattern that lends an almost optical illusion to the eye. It’s an

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

& off white beautifully lending a gorgeous sense of movement & optical illusion of light &

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Unique Large Geometric Designed Wool Rug 13'4''x19'3''
Unique Large Geometric Designed Wool Rug 13'4''x19'3''

Unique Large Geometric Designed Wool Rug 13'4''x19'3''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

striking black-and-white geometric design. This bold piece boasts an intricate optical illusion pattern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Abstract Organic Modern Colorful Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost by Joseph Carini
Abstract Organic Modern Colorful Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost by Joseph Carini

Abstract Organic Modern Colorful Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost by Joseph Carini

By Joseph Carini, Carini Carpets

Located in New York, NY

with light blue, purple, orange, green and yellow. This rug is a bit of an optical illusion, as the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

1960s Vintage Art Deco Rug in Black and Orange Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim
1960s Vintage Art Deco Rug in Black and Orange Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim

1960s Vintage Art Deco Rug in Black and Orange Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

on a delicious scale. The almost optical illusion boasts arguably the most unique presence of Müren’s

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection
Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection

Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection

$4,000Sale Price|41% Off

W 97 in L 118 in

Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Masitawek is a bamboo silk rug that features an optical illusion of a rectilinear pattern. A

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk, Bamboo

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

$15,400

W 121 in L 167 in

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

$18,900

W 143 in L 182 in

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

$15,800

W 121 in L 171 in

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

$18,900

W 143 in L 185 in

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

$15,700

W 120 in L 171 in

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Morrocan Charcoal Diamond Lattice Wool Rug 10'5''x13'6''
Modern Morrocan Charcoal Diamond Lattice Wool Rug 10'5''x13'6''

Modern Morrocan Charcoal Diamond Lattice Wool Rug 10'5''x13'6''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

adds depth and texture, giving the rug a sophisticated, almost optical illusion effect. The subtle

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North Afric...

Materials

Wool

Dandelion hand-tufted rug in NZ wool and bamboo silk by Stefania Ruggiero
Dandelion hand-tufted rug in NZ wool and bamboo silk by Stefania Ruggiero

Dandelion hand-tufted rug in NZ wool and bamboo silk by Stefania Ruggiero

By Stefania Ruggiero

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This hand-tufted carpet plays with the technique and the optical illusion of a puffy decoration

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

1890s Brown Geometric Antique American Hooked Rug 8'8"x8'10" Hooked Wool Carpet
1890s Brown Geometric Antique American Hooked Rug 8'8"x8'10" Hooked Wool Carpet

1890s Brown Geometric Antique American Hooked Rug 8'8"x8'10" Hooked Wool Carpet

Located in New York, NY

, creating an optical illusion of movement and depth. The palette is rich in earthy tones, dominated by

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920s Colorful Tumbling Block Antique American Hooked Rug 2'10" x 4'10" Carpet
1920s Colorful Tumbling Block Antique American Hooked Rug 2'10" x 4'10" Carpet

1920s Colorful Tumbling Block Antique American Hooked Rug 2'10" x 4'10" Carpet

Located in New York, NY

optical illusion, also called cubework or rhombille tiling, creates the striking visual effect of three

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Contemporary Moroccan Style Souf Rug with Raised Design and Modern Style
New Contemporary Moroccan Style Souf Rug with Raised Design and Modern Style

New Contemporary Moroccan Style Souf Rug with Raised Design and Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

manner that creates the effect of an optical illusion. With a strong sense of dimensionality and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rosary Pea Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Rosary Pea Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Rosary Pea Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

$1,821 / item

W 43.31 in L 46.46 in

Rosary Pea Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

one. Rainbow, being a phenomenon, an optical illusion of light in water droplets not only brings

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Doll's Eyes Handknotted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Doll's Eyes Handknotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Doll's Eyes Handknotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

one. Rainbow, being a phenomenon, an optical illusion of light in water droplets not only brings

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Cloud Piece Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Cloud Piece Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Cloud Piece Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

$4,766 / item

W 39.38 in L 39.38 in

Cloud Piece Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

into one. Rainbow, being a phenomenon, an optical illusion of light in water droplets not only brings

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Belladonna hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Belladonna hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Belladonna hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

$2,003 / item

W 51.19 in L 41.34 in

Belladonna hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

phenomenon, an optical illusion of light in water droplets not only brings something very poetic but also

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Machineel hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Machineel hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Machineel hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

$2,471 / item

W 51.19 in L 51.19 in

Machineel hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

one. Rainbow, being a phenomenon, an optical illusion of light in water droplets not only brings

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

1920s Multi Square Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug 3'6" x 7'0" Woven Carpet
1920s Multi Square Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug 3'6" x 7'0" Woven Carpet

1920s Multi Square Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug 3'6" x 7'0" Woven Carpet

Located in New York, NY

, providing a burst of color without dominating the space. The design features a striking optical illusion

Category

Vintage 1920s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1910 Ivory Orange Autumn Leaf Antique American Hooked Rug 6'x9' Wool Folk Carpet
1910 Ivory Orange Autumn Leaf Antique American Hooked Rug 6'x9' Wool Folk Carpet

1910 Ivory Orange Autumn Leaf Antique American Hooked Rug 6'x9' Wool Folk Carpet

Located in New York, NY

features a distinctive geometric diamond patchwork design that creates an appealing optical illusion of

Category

Vintage 1910s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960s Vintage Distressed Rug in Red, Blue, Beige Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
1960s Vintage Distressed Rug in Red, Blue, Beige Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim

1960s Vintage Distressed Rug in Red, Blue, Beige Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

casting an optical illusion for a visually arresting appeal in the celebrated mid century style. A subtly

Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Art Nouveau Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

White Snakeroot hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio
White Snakeroot hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

White Snakeroot hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

one. Rainbow, being a phenomenon, an optical illusion of light in water droplets not only brings

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Sweetly Scented Killer Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Sweetly Scented Killer Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Sweetly Scented Killer Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

concepts merged into one. Rainbow, being a phenomenon, an optical illusion of light in water droplets not

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug
Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug

$3,625

W 102 in L 139 in

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

sophistication of striped rugs. Beyond their practicality in concealing stains and creating optical illusions

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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Opticals Rug
Opticals Rug

Opticals Rug

Unavailable

W 45.28 in L 70.87 in

Opticals Rug

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Amsterdam, NL

phenomena of optical illusions. The viewer's perception activates the piece in each encounter, keeping the

Category

2010s Turkish Scandinavian Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

abc carpet Black & White Zameen Transitional Wool Rug - 6'3" x 9'1"
abc carpet Black & White Zameen Transitional Wool Rug - 6'3" x 9'1"

abc carpet Black & White Zameen Transitional Wool Rug - 6'3" x 9'1"

Located in New York, NY

optical illusion. Reminiscent of the angular lines of mountains and valleys while paying homage to

Category

2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Unavailable

W 68 in L 95 in

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Located in Naples, FL

. The ivory cream wool threats have been woven into the fabric creating an optical illusion that almost

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Unavailable

W 102 in L 192 in

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Located in Naples, FL

. The ivory cream wool threats have been woven into the fabric creating an optical illusion that almost

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

"Maschera" Handwoven Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir.
"Maschera" Handwoven Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir.

"Maschera" Handwoven Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir.

By Dena Lawrence

Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU

showcases an intriguing play of optical illusions, blurring the line between reality and fantasy. It invites

Category

2010s Indian Expressionist Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner "Flat-Weave"
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner "Flat-Weave"

Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner "Flat-Weave"

Located in Naples, FL

This large vintage Kilim from Anatolia in a dark brown creates an optical illusion with a degrading

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White
Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

OPTICALS taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock
Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

OPTICALS taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Opticals Area Rug Intersection Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock
Opticals Area Rug Intersection Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

Opticals Area Rug Intersection Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

Opticals taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Abstract Organic Modern Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost Twilight by Joseph Carini
Abstract Organic Modern Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost Twilight by Joseph Carini

Abstract Organic Modern Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost Twilight by Joseph Carini

By Joseph Carini, Carini Carpets

Located in New York, NY

. This rug is a bit of an optical illusion, as the colors really blend together from afar, emitting a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Textured High-Low Rug, Sublime Simplicity Meets Tantalizing Texture
Modern Textured High-Low Rug, Sublime Simplicity Meets Tantalizing Texture

Modern Textured High-Low Rug, Sublime Simplicity Meets Tantalizing Texture

Located in Dallas, TX

squares covers the field. An optical illusion from the levels of texture and delineated lines cultivate a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, Wabi-Sabi Charm Meets Rustic Elegance
Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, Wabi-Sabi Charm Meets Rustic Elegance

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, Wabi-Sabi Charm Meets Rustic Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

60801 Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, 08'04 x 10'07. Infusing a nuanced touch of Wabi-Sabi

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Hooked Rug
Vintage American Hooked Rug

Vintage American Hooked Rug

Sold

W 116 in L 156 in

Vintage American Hooked Rug

Located in New York, NY

, rendered in soft shades of brick, blue, tan, and black, creates a sense of optical illusion. Flawless

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

Materials

Wool

Antique Hooked American Rug

Antique Hooked American Rug

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W 52 in L 69 in

Antique Hooked American Rug

Located in New York, NY

combination of quarter-square figures with contrasting compartments produces a fantastic optical illusion that

Category

Antique 19th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage French Art Deco Rug. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft 4 in
Nazmiyal Collection Vintage French Art Deco Rug. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft 4 in

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage French Art Deco Rug. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft 4 in

Located in New York, NY

artist used this to create an optical illusion that makes the solid red squares appear to be slightly

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Konya
Vintage Konya

Vintage Konya

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W 33 in L 72 in

Vintage Konya

Located in New York, NY

An optical illusion mid century Turkish rug that can make you go dizzy!

Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Mongolian Oriental Rug. Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 1 in (1.35 m x 2.46 m)
Antique Mongolian Oriental Rug. Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 1 in (1.35 m x 2.46 m)

Antique Mongolian Oriental Rug. Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 1 in (1.35 m x 2.46 m)

Located in New York, NY

fantastic optical illusion sometimes also referred as a ‘TV’ design. All in all, this is a truly wonderful

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Early 20th Century Mongolian Chinese Export Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Natural Dye Moroccan Style Denali Argyle
Mehraban Natural Dye Moroccan Style Denali Argyle

Mehraban Natural Dye Moroccan Style Denali Argyle

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

sky bluepattern. An optical illusion manifests the creativity of this masterpiece. Perfect for a home

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Native American Antique Eye Dazzler Navajo Rug
Native American Antique Eye Dazzler Navajo Rug

Native American Antique Eye Dazzler Navajo Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

repetitive diamonds, zigzags, and stepped designs that mesmerize observers with optical illusions from a

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Early 20th Century Colombian Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Opticals Area Rug Stream Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock
Opticals Area Rug Stream Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

Opticals Area Rug Stream Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

Opticals taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

'Maroc' Carpet by Verner Panton

'Maroc' Carpet by Verner Panton

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W 99.22 in L 132.68 in

'Maroc' Carpet by Verner Panton

By Verner Panton

Located in Milan, IT

carpet. The optical illusion created by simply displacing a centralized motif from its usual position is

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Vintage 1970s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Vintage Scandinavian Round Verner Panton Black and White Polka Dot Rug
Vintage Scandinavian Round Verner Panton Black and White Polka Dot Rug

Vintage Scandinavian Round Verner Panton Black and White Polka Dot Rug

By Verner Panton

Located in New York, NY

simple…. this Verner Panton textile art piece creates movement through an optical illusion as the brain

Category

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

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style
Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style

By Zeki Müren

Located in Dallas, TX

creating the illusion of concentric diamonds with a tantalizing optical effect. Lovely waves of abrash give

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Herringbone Kilim Rug with Southern Living Coastal Style
Vintage Afghan Herringbone Kilim Rug with Southern Living Coastal Style

Vintage Afghan Herringbone Kilim Rug with Southern Living Coastal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

and ecru portray a waved pattern creating an optical illusion. This sophisticated and tastefully

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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug
Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug

Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug

Located in Key West, FL

Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug. This optical illusion of a Gabbeh

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Located in Naples, FL

. The ivory cream wool threats have been woven into the fabric creating an optical illusion that almost

Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Optical Illusion Rugs And Carpets For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of optical illusion rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique optical illusion rugs and carpets was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. Find 13 antique and vintage optical illusion rugs and carpets at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 60 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Optical illusion rugs and carpets have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Optical illusion rugs and carpets are generally popular furniture pieces, but modern, Art Deco and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many optical illusion rugs and carpets are appealing in their simplicity, but Moooi, Illulian and Mehraban Rugs produced popular optical illusion rugs and carpets that are worth a look.

How Much are Optical Illusion Rugs And Carpets?

Prices for optical illusion rugs and carpets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, optical illusion rugs and carpets begin at $718 and can go as high as $68,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,728.

Finding the Right Rugs-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.