Karabagh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an antique Karabagh rug Measures: 19'' x 19''.
Vintage 1920s Agra Persian Rugs
Wool
Karabagh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an antique Karabagh rug Measures: 19'' x 19''.
Wool
$14,000
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Antique Karabagh rug Measurement: 8'3" x 16'4".
Wool
$4,500
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Russian Karabagh rug w Measures: 4'3'' x 6'7''.
Wool
1900s Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
1900s Antique Karabagh Rug
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century pictorial Karabagh rug.
Wool
Antique Caucasian, Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Caucasian - Karabagh rug. Measures: 3'8" x 19'7".
Wool
$12,600
1900s Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
1900s Antique Karabagh Rug, tribal carpet, handmade and hand-knotted
Wool
$5,500Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Caucasian Karabagh rug from the mid-20th century.
Wool
$4,500Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Caucasian Karabagh rug, with a pictorial design, from the mid-20th century.
Wool
$18,499
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A traditional rug or carpet known as Antique Caucasian Karabagh is believed to have originated in the Karabagh region of the Caucasus Mountains, which spans parts of modern-day Azerb...
Wool
$6,500
Karabagh Rug, c. 1900
Located in Dublin, NH
Caucasian Karabagh Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'8" W x 7'7" L Origin: Caucasus Period: c. 1900 Rug ID: 16570
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful antique Armenian Karabagh rug early 20th century with beautiful geometrical design of Caucasian rugs and light colors and patterns, with blue and green colors, entirely han...
Wool
Eagle Karabagh Rug, 19th century
Located in Dublin, NH
Eagle Karabagh Rug, 19th century Additional Information: Dimensions: 5'3" W x 7'9" L
Wool
Vintage Multicolored Pictorial Karabagh Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
1960 Vintage Karabagh rug with a multicolored field and lion pictorial design.
Wool
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Colorful Antique Karabagh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Caucasian Karabagh rug. 14'' x 17''
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Traditional Antique Karabagh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Russian Karabagh rug. Measures: 16" x 20".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$5,500Sale Price|20% Off
Plush Vintage Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Plush pile Karabagh rug with an all-over Herati and floral design on a salmon colored field and a floral border in soft brown/ some accents in light blue sparkled in the field and bo...
Wool, Angora
$2,950
Roses of Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Roses of Karabagh rug. Realistically drawn floral designs in Karabagh, Armenia can be traced back to imperial Russian heritage of this prolific weaving region.
Wool
Karabagh Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Karabagh Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'3" W x 6'8" L Origin: Caucasus Period: Early 20th Century Rug ID: 10108
Wool
Colorful Antique Karabagh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Caucasian Karabagh rug. Polyfill and zipper closure included Measures: 20'' x 20''.
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Zabihi Collection Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Russian Karabagh rug with a floral motif in brown, ivory blue, and apricot tones Measures: 4'9'' x 7'6''.
Wool
Antique Karabagh Rug, 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug, 19th Century Additional information: Dimensions: 4'2" W x 8'0" L Origin: Caucasus Period: 19th Century (4th Quarter) Rug ID: 11162
Wool
Karabagh Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Karabagh Rug, Late 19th Century Original ends and selvages. area of re knotting in the field.
Wool
$1,124Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Karabagh Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Armenian Karabagh rug made in Armenia circa 1930's vintage.
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Karabagh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an antique Karabagh rug Measures: 16'' x 20''.
Wool
Pictorial Reindeer Russian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
A pictorial Russian Karabagh rug depicting a bunch of reindeers floating around a lady.
Wool
Antique Karabagh Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Karabagh Rug, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'9" W x 6'4" L Origin: Caucasus Period: Late 19th Century
Wool
Zabihi Colorful Antique Karabagh Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large Pillow made from a Caucasian Karabagh rug. Polyfill and zipper closure included Measures: 16'' x 24''.
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Nazmiyal Collection Antique Karabagh Rug Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Antique Karabagh Rug with Floral Design, Origin: Caucasian, Circa Date: 1900
Wool
Antique Persian Karabagh Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Persian Karabagh Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 5'1" W x 8'0" L Origin: Persia Period: Early 20th Century
Wool
Outstanding Early 20th Century Karabagh Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding early 20th century Karabagh rug with a beautiful trellis pattern with myriad stylized flowers and leaves woven light and dark indigo, white, and cream set against a wo...
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'2" W x 6'3" L Origin: Caucasus Period: Late 19th Century Rug ID: 21252
Wool
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Karabagh Rug 4’8" x 5’5"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Karabagh Rug 4’8" x 5’5". Southern Caucasus/Armenia.
Wool
$1,260Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Karabagh Rug 3'1'' x 5'8''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Karabagh Rug 3'1'' x 5'8''. Southern Caucasus/Armenia.
Wool
19th Century Tribal Karabagh Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Karabagh rugs Eagerly sought after by collectors as well as designers, have one of the oldest and most varied design traditions of any antique Caucasian rugs.
Wool, Cotton
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Reflecting its incredible Caucasian artistry and extraordinary detail, this antique Karabagh rug displays a field filled with the symbolic boteh motif surrounded by a tribal border.
Wool
Vintage Karabagh Rug 6'7'' x 9'2''
Located in New York, NY
Good condition. Vintage Karabagh Rug 6'7'' x 9'2''
Wool
Antique Caucasian Eagle Karabagh Rug, 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Caucasian Eagle Karabagh Rug, 19th Century A column of three ‘eagle medallions’, named for their evocation of the plumage of stretched eagle wings, are traced against the br...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Running Deers Pictorial Vintage Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Lovely mid-20th century Russian Karabagh rug with 4 running deers on a scenic background and brown floral border.
Wool
Antique Caucasian Pictoral Karabagh Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Caucasian Pictoral Horse Karabagh Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'7" W x 8'6" L Origin: Caucasus Period: Early 20th Century
Wool
Bobyrug’s wonderful antique rare Caucasian Karabagh rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Armenian Karabagh rug with beautiful and rare stylized floral design and nice natural colours with a blue navy field, red, white and gold, entirely a...
Wool
1900s Fine Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Karabagh rugs Eagerly sought after by collectors as well as designers, have one of the oldest and most varied design traditions of any antique Caucasian rugs.
Wool, Cotton
$2,808Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Distressed Karabagh Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Armenian Karabagh rug runner made in Armenia circa 1940's vintage.
Wool
Brown Field Lavender Accent 20th Century Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
An attractive antique Karabagh rug. Herati pattern, chocolate brown colorfield with hints of lavender, chartreuse, pink and soft blues.
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Caucasian Karabagh rug from the early 20th century. Size: 3'11" x 7'7"
Wool
$22,864Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Karabagh Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Karabagh rug runner made in Armenia circa 1890's vintage.
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Karabagh Rug Size: 6'1" × 12'5" (185 × 378 cm). An early 20th century Karabagh handmade rug features a fabulous allover design, consisting mainly of flowers, leaves and flowe...
Wool
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Caucasian Karabagh rug handmade during the Early 20th century.
Wool
Antique Hand-Knotted Wool Karabagh Rug, Emerald Green, Circa 1900
Located in West Hollywood, CA
About Karabagh Rugs: Karabagh rugs are renowned for their vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and unique craftsmanship, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Karabagh region i...
Wool
Hand-Woven Antique Wool Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Karabagh rug has a shaded brown field with a buff-brown herati-pattern around a central buff-brown lozenge medallion with palmette pendants containing a central lozenge ...
Wool
Antique Hand-knotted Brown Floral Persian Karabagh Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Persian Karabagh rug has a dark tobacco field with an overall counterposed stylized geometric herati pattern, in a sandy saffron border with geometric flo...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Karabagh Rug Size: 7'5" × 12'2" (226 × 370 cm). This richly ornamental antique Karabagh rug is a vibrant example of early 20th-century Caucasian textile artistry influenced b...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Lady Deer Colorful Pictorial Vintage Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Lovely mid-20th century Russian Karabagh rug with 4 ladies and deer’s surrounded by a floral border.
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug, Wool, Geometric Design, 1800s
Located in Barrington, IL
Beautiful and colorful late 19th Century Caucasian Karabagh area rug. Karabagh rugs, from the Caucasus region, are celebrated for their artistic and free-flowing designs, often inc...
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug 8' X 5'
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Karabagh rugs Eagerly sought after by collectors as well as designers, have one of the oldest and most varied design traditions of any antique Caucasian rugs.
Wool, Cotton
Massive Early 20th Century Pictorial Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic massive early 20th century Caucasian pictorial Karabagh rug depicting a large lion, fully rendered, and standing amidst a jungle of tropical plants and trees and large ca...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Early 20th Century Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Karabagh brown and beige handmade wool rug Size: 6'6" x 17'9" (198 x 541 cm) This rare 1920s Karabagh rug from the Caucasus region is a stunning example of the sub...
Wool
Karabagh Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Karabagh rug with wonderful design
Wool
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The Antique Karabagh Rug , which translated in English is 'Black Garden' , it is interesting that many of these rugs from this area have black/brown fields or borders decorated with ...
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The Antique Karabagh Rug , which translated in English is 'Black Garden' , it is interesting that many of these rugs from this area have black/brown fields or borders decorated with ...
Vintage Karabagh Rug with Floral Pattern
Located in Milan, IT
Karabagh rugs eagerly sought after by collectors as well as designers, have one of the oldest and most varied design traditions of any antique Caucasian rugs.
Cotton
Antique 19th Century Caucasian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Caucasian Karabagh rug. Contact dealer.
Wool
20th Century, Floral Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
20th Century, Floral Karabagh Rug With their decorations and motifs they are excellent examples of a historical heritage and recount ancient traditions that have been handed down th...
Wool
Antique Persian Karabagh Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Woven in the Armenian region during the early 1920s, this Karabagh rug features a brilliant blue field and seed like lozenges with multidimensional detailing.
Wool, Cotton
20th Century, Beige and Blue Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
20th Century, Beige & Blue Karabagh Rug With their decorations and motifs they are excellent examples of a historical heritage and recount ancient traditions that have been handed d...
Wool
Unavailable
W 101.97 in L 61.03 in
Vintage Caucasian Karabagh Rug, Handwoven with Geometric Medallion Pattern
Located in BE
A beautiful elegant vintage/antique Karabagh rug delicately handwoven with very thin wool, with typical geometric pattern including 3 central medallions and floral borders, on a beig...
Wool
Karabagh Rug
Located in Houston, TX
An excellent range of soft colors on a repeating floral design.
Wool
Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
This antique Bokhara Russian piece has at least 70 years old and represent some of the very finest examples of art from the time and place from which they originate. The complex meth...
Wool
Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
This Antique Bokhara Russian piece has at least 70 years old and represent some of the very finest examples of art from the time and place from which they originate. The complex meth...
Wool
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
This Karabagh Oriental Rug , rugs from the Caucasian area , are at least 80 years old and represent some of the very finest examples of art from the time and place from which they o...
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The Antique Caucasian Rug , are at least 80 years old and represent some of the very finest examples of art from the time and place from which they originate. The complex methods a...
Antique Karabagh Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Item #54
Wool
Antique Karabagh Rug / Carpet
Located in New York, NY
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19th Century Russian Karabagh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Handwoven in the Caucasus region of what is modern day Azerbeijan, this antique Karabagh wool rug is emblematic of the diverse influences that define this style of weaving.
Wool
abc carpet Vintage Traditional Karabagh Rug - 8' x 11'9"
Located in New York, NY
Large-scale floral motifs punctate a copper and ivory ground on this Karabaugh Traditional Rug - 8' x 11'9" authentically adapted from 19th-century design. Accented in sapphire hues,...
Wool
Antique Pillow, Caucasian Karabagh Rug Frag
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
This pillow is made from an old (and used) Caucasian rug fragment. The pile shows signs of wear. The backing of this pillow is composed of linen. Insert provided for the fillin...
Linen, Wool
Karabagh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
antique Karabagh rug, black & cream
Wool
Unavailable
W 46 in L 82 in
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug, Gold Field Ivory Border, Wool, Scatter Size
Located in Williamsburg, VA
This is a wonderful example of a Caucasian Karabagh even though it looks like a Kazak. The beautiful ivory crab design border encases a boteh covered yellow field. It is from 1890 3-...
Wool
Karabagh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
antique Cucasian Karabagh rug, red, white, blue, brown, yellow
Wool
Karabagh
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Certain Karabagh rugs also resemble those of Shirvan to the north in Azerbaijan.
Wool
Fine 19th Century 'Mina Khani' Karabagh Carpet
Located in London, GB
This attractive Karabagh rug features a pomegranate blossom lattice design, symbolising prosperity, and fertility, usually found in the earlier pieces of the 18th Century.
Wool
Unusual Mid-Century Karabagh Accent Rug
Located in London, GB
Antique Karabagh rugs are much sought after by collectors and designers as they boast some of the oldest and most varied designs of all Caucasian weavings, and represent perhaps the ...
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Pictorial Karabahk with Peacocks
By Karabagh
Located in Baltimore, MD
Balancing a timeless design with traditional sensibility, this antique Peacock Karabagh rug will certainly add an air of antiquity.
Wool
Antique Karabagh Gallery Carpet, c. 1900
Located in London, GB
Antique Karabagh rugs are much sought after by collectors and designers as they boast some of the oldest and most varied designs of all Caucasian weavings, and represent perhaps the ...
Wool
Unusual Early Karabagh Runner
Located in London, GB
Antique Karabagh rugs are much sought after by collectors and designers as they boast some of the oldest and most varied designs of all Caucasian weavings, and represent perhaps the ...
Wool
Antique Karabagh Caucasian Rug, Dated 1880
Located in Crondall, Surrey
A wonderful antique Karabagh Caucasian rug woven with the date 1880 which can be seen in all the photographs we have added to this listing.
Wool
Early 1900s Antique Persian Gharabagh Runner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Karabagh rug, Karabagh also spelled Karabakh. This antique Karabakh Gharabagh carpet runner has a multi-medallion design with earthy hues of brown, gold and red.
Wool
Vintage Pictorial Karabagh with Deer circa 1940's
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a perfect example of a Karabagh, in line with color and style of Persian rugs, which tends to be more colorful and bright in design.
Wool
Antique Karabagh Caucasian Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Karabagh Caucasian rug.
Wool
Chan-Karabagh prayer rug
Located in New York, NY
Chan-Karabagh prayer rug, South Caucasus, Late 19th century
Wool
Antique Karabagh pictorial rug
Located in Houston, TX
Equally at home in a hunting lodge or a hipster hideout, this antique Karabagh exudes style. The pile in this rug is beautifully preserved, indicating that it has probably spent most...
Karabagh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
antique Caucasus carpet, navy blue with red & gold
Wool
Antique Karabagh Kelleh
Located in Crondall, Surrey
The cochineal dye is famous in rugs from Karabagh as they loved to use this dye to create amazing purples and deep reds.
Wool
Antique Armenian Karabagh
Located in Aspen, CO
Beautiful Armenian Karabagh woven in the 1930s-1950s for the Russian market. Unique floral design and colors. Wool on cotton foundation. Fall piece shows no wear or use/.
Wool
Antique Zechur Karabagh
Located in Washington,, DC
Antique Zechur Karabagh from the Caucasus Mountains. Beautiful all-over Rose pattern. Incredible border. A very unique piece that is a sought-after collectable piece.
Wool
Antique Russian Karabagh
Located in Mascalucia, Catania
Beautiful antique karabagh, from Russian Azerbaijan, original, excellent colors and condition. Age: Early 20th century. Material: Cotton and wool. Size: 240 x 149 cm (7,9 x 4,9 ft...
Wool, Cotton
Karabagh Kelim
Located in Lyon, FR
Karabagh means 'the upper black garden.' This woven Armenian, mountain carpet is native of the district Nagorno-Karabakh. The Kilim is well-known for the richness of its color harmon...
Wool
East Caucasian Rug in Afshan Design of Karabagh District
Located in New York, NY
A fine example of an East Caucasian Rug in an Afshan design from the Karabagh district.
A Karabagh Runner
Located in New York, NY
Two columns of polychrome rosettes on the charcoal field are within a sky blue border.
Rare Antique Shusha Karabagh
Located in Aspen, CO
Woven in Karabagh, Armenian, this piece was most likely a wedding processional rug used in a church.
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique Caucasian Karabagh runner. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
Wool
Fine Antique Armenian Karabagh
Located in Aspen, CO
This is a rare antique European/Russian designed Armenian Karabagh. This is a one-of-a-kind treasure in weaving. The large three medallions are dynamic high points of this carpet. Th...
Wool
Antique Armenian Karabagh Runner
Located in Aspen, CO
Fine example of the Armenian production of runners from the 1900s. Fully embellished field. Wool on wool foundation.
Wool
A Karabagh Gallery Carpet
Located in New York, NY
The allover Eurpean-inspired design of polychrome floral vinery on the charcoal field is within a border of similar design and coloration.
Rare Antique Armenian Geteshan Karabagh
Located in Aspen, CO
This special short runner is known as a Geteshan translated to mean a floor rug for a church or wedding carpet. Most examples are 12 feet to 14 feet in length this one is 8 feet in l...
Wool
Beautiful Armenian Karabagh Caucasian Kilim
Located in Aspen, CO
This stunningly decorative design is a stylized Lenkoran turtle motif, wonderfully drawn and scaled to perfection. Dyes are all natural and plant based, although some man-made colors...
Wool
Antique 19th Century Caucasian Karabagh Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Caucasian Karabagh carpet. Contact dealer.
Wool
Antique 19th Century Caucasian Karabagh Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Caucasian Karabagh runner. Contact dealer Excellent condition.
Wool
Antique 19th Century Caucasian Karabagh Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Caucasian Karabagh runner. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
Wool
Antique Karabagh Kelleh Dated 1862, Caucasus
Located in Crondall, Surrey
A very rare dated 1862 antique Karabagh Kelleh with the most outstanding color and early all-over palmette design. The pile on this long corridor carpet is very high, it is in except...
Wool
Rare Antique Armenian Karabagh Church Runner
Located in Aspen, CO
This carpet is called a Gatachen. This is a wedding runner that is generally used in the ceremony in the church. Later the owner donates the rug for future services. These did not en...
Antique Pictorial Karabagh with Horses and Dogs
Located in Aspen, CO
This pictorial rug was woven in Karabagh as a dowry gift. The horses are the folkkloric hero of the story of the Armenian king, racing through the kingdom, to warn the villages of t...
Wool
Antique 19th Century Caucasian Karabagh Gallery Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Caucasian Karabagh gallery carpet. Contact dealer. Excellent condition.
Wool
Unavailable
W 214.57 in L 45.28 in
Azerbaijan Long Karabagh Runner in style of North West Persian Rugs Circa 1890
Located in Egerton, Kent
From the southern Caucasus, but in the North-West Persian tradition, a very beautiful runner with a striking, wide, duck-egg blue border. A wonderful combination of colours. Some wea...
Wool
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.
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