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Josef Albers Rug

Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Homage to the square after Josef Albers rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 10'0" × 15'0" (304 × 457 cm).

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21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern North and South American Rugs

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Silk

Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Homage to the square after Josef Albers rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 10'0" × 15'0" (304 × 457 cm).

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21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern North and South American Rugs

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Silk

Homage to the Square: Equivocal by Josef Albers Rug, Limited Edition
Homage to the Square: Equivocal by Josef Albers Rug, Limited Edition

Homage to the Square: Equivocal by Josef Albers Rug, Limited Edition

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

The rug is available in a limited edition of 150 and produced in association with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation.

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2010s Indian Western European Rugs

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Wool

Homage Preparedness by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug
Homage Preparedness by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

Homage Preparedness by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the work of Josef Albers. The Homage to the Square series is considered one of Josef Albers's best-known and most important...

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2010s European Western European Rugs

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Wool

Homage Gray Instrumentation by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug
Homage Gray Instrumentation by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

Homage Gray Instrumentation by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the work of Josef Albers. The Homage to the Square series is considered one of Josef Albers's best-known and most important...

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2010s European Western European Rugs

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Wool

The Many Faces of Red Limited Edition Rug After Josef Albers
The Many Faces of Red Limited Edition Rug After Josef Albers

The Many Faces of Red Limited Edition Rug After Josef Albers

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

100% hand-tufted wool rug adapted from a print from The Interaction of Color (1963) 4'9"× 5'9" (1.5 × 1.8m) printed tag showing edition details and signature edition of 250 Produce...

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2010s European Bauhaus Western European Rugs

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Wool

Homage to the Square Full, 1962 by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug
Homage to the Square Full, 1962 by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

Homage to the Square Full, 1962 by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is drawn from the portfolio Homage to the Square: Ten Works by Josef Albers.

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2010s Indian Western European Rugs

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Wool

Homage to the Square: Blue, White, Grey by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug
Homage to the Square: Blue, White, Grey by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

Homage to the Square: Blue, White, Grey by Josef Albers Limited Edition Rug

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the 1951 oil on masonite painting by Josef Albers.

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2010s Indian Western European Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers with Holistic Bauhaus Design
Modern Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers with Holistic Bauhaus Design

Modern Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers with Holistic Bauhaus Design

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

Drawing inspiration from Josef Albers, the overall design aesthetic is simple, straightforward and streamlined with an emphasis on functionality.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North Afric...

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Wool

Modern Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers, Ivory & Ebony
Modern Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers, Ivory & Ebony

Modern Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers, Ivory & Ebony

By Josef Albers, Theo van Doesburg

Located in Dallas, TX

Drawing inspiration from Josef Albers and Theo van Doesburg, the overall design aesthetic is simple, straightforward and streamlined with an emphasis on functionality.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North Afric...

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Camel Hair Area Rug, Geometric Design, Wool, 1940s
Vintage Moroccan Camel Hair Area Rug, Geometric Design, Wool, 1940s

Vintage Moroccan Camel Hair Area Rug, Geometric Design, Wool, 1940s

Located in Barrington, IL

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1041 Vintage Moroccan Rug, Moroccan Camelhair Rug, Diamond Pattern Rug, Tribal Moroccan Rug, Mid 20th Cen...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Area Rug, Handwoven Wool in Stripe Pattern
Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Area Rug, Handwoven Wool in Stripe Pattern

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Area Rug, Handwoven Wool in Stripe Pattern

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 4’ 6” x 7’ 1” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Morocco Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes Condition: Good T...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Runner, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, 1990s
Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Runner, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, 1990s

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Runner, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, 1990s

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 3’ 1” x 8’ 4” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Morocco Material: Wool and cotton Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1536 M...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Checkered
Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Checkered

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Rug, Handwoven Wool & Cotton, Checkered

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 4’ 7” x 7’ 10” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Morocco Material: Wool and cotton Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1535 ...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

New Urban Bauhaus Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Transitional Style
New Urban Bauhaus Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Transitional Style

New Urban Bauhaus Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Transitional Style

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

Its linear design, featuring bold vertical bands in a simplistic gray and beige colorway, embodies the clarity and precision reminiscent of Josef Albers' geometric explorations. The ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North Africa...

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Wool

New Urban Shadow Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Contemporary Style
New Urban Shadow Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Contemporary Style

New Urban Shadow Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Contemporary Style

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

31211 New Urban Shadow Modern Gray Moroccan Rug, 07'11 x 09'11. Experience the refined elegance of the Urban Shadow Modern Gray Moroccan Rug, where contemporary design meets timeless...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Moroccan and ...

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Wool

New Blushing Midnight Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Transitional Style
New Blushing Midnight Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Transitional Style

New Blushing Midnight Modern Gray Moroccan Rug with Transitional Style

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

31272 New Blushing Midnight Modern Gray Moroccan Rug, 09'00 x 12'05. Introducing the Blushing Midnight Modern Gray Moroccan Rug, a stunning fusion of tradition and contemporary desig...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North Africa...

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Wool

Blushing Nomad Boho Chic Pink Moroccan Rug, 08'04 x 10'02
Blushing Nomad Boho Chic Pink Moroccan Rug, 08'04 x 10'02

Blushing Nomad Boho Chic Pink Moroccan Rug, 08'04 x 10'02

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

31188 New Blushing Nomad Boho Chic Pink Moroccan Rug, 08'04 x 10'02. Infuse your space with the free-spirited elegance of the Blushing Nomad Boho Chic Pink Moroccan Rug. Hand-knotted...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bohemian Moroccan and North Afri...

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Wool

New Azure Desert Diamond Modern Moroccan Rug with Contemporary Style
New Azure Desert Diamond Modern Moroccan Rug with Contemporary Style

New Azure Desert Diamond Modern Moroccan Rug with Contemporary Style

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

31231 New Azure Desert Diamond Modern Moroccan Rug, 08'03 x 10'02. Embrace the timeless allure of Moroccan design with the Azure Desert Diamond Modern Moroccan Rug, a hand-knotted wo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Moroccan and ...

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Tapestry Rug, Hand-Woven Abstract Design
Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Tapestry Rug, Hand-Woven Abstract Design

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Tapestry Rug, Hand-Woven Abstract Design

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 4' 11" x 6' 7" Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Morocco Material: Wool field on a wool foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and us...

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Mid-20th Century Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Gray High-Low Rug, Abstract Expressionism Meets Cubism
Modern Gray High-Low Rug, Abstract Expressionism Meets Cubism

Modern Gray High-Low Rug, Abstract Expressionism Meets Cubism

By Josef Albers, Victor Vasarely

Located in Dallas, TX

Drawing inspiration from the spatial relations of Josef Albers and the grid-like paintings of Victor Vasarely, the overall design aesthetic is the epitome of bold visual tension and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Gray Geometric High-Low Rug, Subsuming Beauty Meets Visual Complexity
Modern Gray Geometric High-Low Rug, Subsuming Beauty Meets Visual Complexity

Modern Gray Geometric High-Low Rug, Subsuming Beauty Meets Visual Complexity

By Josef Albers, Victor Vasarely

Located in Dallas, TX

Drawing inspiration from the spatial relations of Josef Albers and the grid-like paintings of Victor Vasarely, the overall design aesthetic is the epitome of bold visual tension and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Area Rug, Mid-Century Tapestry Wall Art
Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Area Rug, Mid-Century Tapestry Wall Art

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Area Rug, Mid-Century Tapestry Wall Art

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 5’ 8” x 7’ 2” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter 20th century Place of Origin: Morocco Material: Cotton, Wool Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot G...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

The Architect’s Line: A Beni Mrirt Moroccan Masterpiece of Modernist Bauhaus
The Architect’s Line: A Beni Mrirt Moroccan Masterpiece of Modernist Bauhaus

The Architect’s Line: A Beni Mrirt Moroccan Masterpiece of Modernist Bauhaus

By Josef Albers, Beni Mrirt, Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

The design draws unmistakable inspiration from Piet Mondrian, Josef Albers, and the architectural linearity of Frank Stella.

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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Bauhaus Moroccan and North Africa...

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Wool

The Ivory Facade: A Beni Mrirt Moroccan Masterpiece of Contemporary Minimalism
The Ivory Facade: A Beni Mrirt Moroccan Masterpiece of Contemporary Minimalism

The Ivory Facade: A Beni Mrirt Moroccan Masterpiece of Contemporary Minimalism

By Beni Mrirt, Berber Tribes of Morocco, Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

The design draws compelling inspiration from Donald Judd, Agnes Martin, and the architectural clarity of Josef Albers. The rectilinear blocks and elongated horizontal planes recall J...

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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African...

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Wool

The Abstract Infinite: Modern Zanafi Moroccan Masterpiece of Eternal Assemblage
The Abstract Infinite: Modern Zanafi Moroccan Masterpiece of Eternal Assemblage

The Abstract Infinite: Modern Zanafi Moroccan Masterpiece of Eternal Assemblage

By Josef Albers, Bridget Riley, Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

The commanding central motif carries the structural discipline of Josef Albers, where nested geometry becomes an exploration of harmony and perception.

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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African...

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Wool

New Contemporary Berber Beni Mrirt Moroccan Carpet with Abstract Expressionism
New Contemporary Berber Beni Mrirt Moroccan Carpet with Abstract Expressionism

New Contemporary Berber Beni Mrirt Moroccan Carpet with Abstract Expressionism

By Paul Klee, Beni Mrirt, Josef Albers, Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

79134 New Modern Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, 11'08 x 14'01. This modern hand-knotted wool Beni Mrirt Moroccan rug stands as a stunning testament to the vibrant and expressive nature of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and N...

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Wool

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Homage to the Square rug by Josef Albers, edition of 150 pieces

Homage to the Square rug by Josef Albers, edition of 150 pieces

By Josef Albers, Christopher Farr

Located in Cologne, DE

In 2013 the British manufacturer Christopher Farr Editions make together with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation a rug edition of 150 pieces of this famous artwork.

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

"Fire" Modern Loom-Knotted Natural Silk Rug Josef Albers inspired 2014

"Fire" Modern Loom-Knotted Natural Silk Rug Josef Albers inspired 2014

By Classic Rug Collection

Located in Paris, FR

Inspired by the work of Josef Albers. 4'7" x 7' (140 cm x 214 cm).

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Silk

Homage to the Square Rug by Josef Albers
Homage to the Square Rug by Josef Albers

Homage to the Square Rug by Josef Albers

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Josef Albers. Homage to the square rug. 100% hand-tufted wool.

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2010s Indian More Carpets

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Wool

Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers & Theo van Doesburg
Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers & Theo van Doesburg

Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers & Theo van Doesburg

By Theo van Doesburg, Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

The balanced asymmetry of the design creates a compelling impact, reminiscent of the geometric explorations of Josef Albers. An abrashed oatmeal gray backdrop features an allover geo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North Afric...

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Wool

New Abstract Dusk Lines Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug with Modern Style
New Abstract Dusk Lines Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug with Modern Style

New Abstract Dusk Lines Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug with Modern Style

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

The rug's balanced asymmetry is reminiscent of the geometric explorations of Josef Albers, particularly his emphasis on clarity and precision in design.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Moroccan and North Africa...

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Wool

New Organic Modern Grey Bauhaus Moroccan Area Rug, 10'02 x 14'06
New Organic Modern Grey Bauhaus Moroccan Area Rug, 10'02 x 14'06

New Organic Modern Grey Bauhaus Moroccan Area Rug, 10'02 x 14'06

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

31303 Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug, 10'02 x 14'06. Introducing the hand-knotted wool Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan rug, a striking piece that seamlessly merges the minimalist aest...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North Afric...

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Wool

Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers
Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers

Modern Gray Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers

By Josef Albers

Located in Dallas, TX

The bold, dark gray lines on a soft, neutral beige background create a grid-like structure, reminiscent of Josef Albers' homage to clarity and precision in design.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North Afric...

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Wool

Homage to the Square Rug 'Beige/Pink/Burgundy' by Josef Albers
Homage to the Square Rug 'Beige/Pink/Burgundy' by Josef Albers

Homage to the Square Rug 'Beige/Pink/Burgundy' by Josef Albers

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the 1951 oil on Masonite painting by Josef Albers.

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2010s Indian Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Homage to the Square Rug 'Beige/Pink/Burgundy' by Josef Albers
Homage to the Square Rug 'Beige/Pink/Burgundy' by Josef Albers

Homage to the Square Rug 'Beige/Pink/Burgundy' by Josef Albers

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the 1951 oil on Masonite painting by Josef Albers.

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2010s Indian Western European Rugs

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Wool

Homage to the Square Rug ‘Blue or Pink or Red’ by Josef Albers
Homage to the Square Rug ‘Blue or Pink or Red’ by Josef Albers

Homage to the Square Rug ‘Blue or Pink or Red’ by Josef Albers

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the 1951 oil on masonite painting by Josef Albers.

Category

2010s Indian Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Homage to the Square Rug ‘Blue or Pink or Red’ by Josef Albers
Homage to the Square Rug ‘Blue or Pink or Red’ by Josef Albers

Homage to the Square Rug ‘Blue or Pink or Red’ by Josef Albers

By Josef Albers

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the 1951 oil on masonite painting by Josef Albers.

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2010s Indian Western European Rugs

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Wool

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By Örsjö Industri AB

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Interaction of Color: Homage to the Square, Abstract Screenprint by Josef Albers

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By Josef Albers

Located in Long Island City, NY

This print was created by Albers for the occasion of an exhibition at Goethe House in Manhattan in 1973. It is in an excellent white contemporary frame. Artist: Josef Albers, German...

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1970s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

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By Jean Cocteau

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"EK IK" from the series Homage to the Square
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"EK IK" from the series Homage to the Square

By Josef Albers

Located in Zug, CH

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Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Polychromatic Patterns on Beige

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

A 6×6 Mid-Century Modern rug from the titular collection by Rug & Kilim—a reimagining of bold 1950s postmodern art styles. Hand-knotted in wool, cotton and silk, this design evokes...

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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

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Josef Albers Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the josef albers rug you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wool and silk, every josef albers rug was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a josef albers rug, we have 1 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the josef albers rug you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right josef albers rug, those designed in modern styles are of considerable interest. Anni Albers and Berber Tribes of Morocco each produced at least one beautiful josef albers rug that is worth considering.

How Much is a Josef Albers Rug?

Prices for a josef albers rug start at $995 and top out at $18,000 with the average selling for $1,600.

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.