Early 20th Century Vintage Kashmire Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
It is often said in Kashmir folklore that a home is incomplete without a soul - a Kashmir carpet.
Antique Early 1900s Asian Other Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Early 20th Century Vintage Kashmire Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
It is often said in Kashmir folklore that a home is incomplete without a soul - a Kashmir carpet.
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Indian Agra Carpet, Handwoven Wool Pile, Open Field Design, 8' x 11'
Located in Barrington, IL
Dimensions: 7' 5" x 10' 6" Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: India Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age an...
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Antique Indian Agra Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Garden Motif, 12' x 17'
Located in Barrington, IL
Dimensions: 11’ 6″ x 17’ Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: India Material: Wool on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes Condition: Wear consisten...
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Kashmir Silk Carpet with a Round Medallion
Located in New York, NY
This well-woven urban silk carpet in the Tabriz manner, presents a cream and black round medallion with an inner pendanted octogramme. Large and small birds, vases, rosettes and coil...
Silk
19th Century Indian Agra Rug, Wool Pile, Allover Floral Design, Square, 7' x 7'
Located in Barrington, IL
Dimensions: 6’ 11” x 6’ 9” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of 19th Century Place of Origin: India Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes Condition: Wear...
Wool, Cotton
$950
Kashmir Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kashmir Rug Central salmon medallion with a rosette and light blue leafy foliage, with multiple foliate borders. 64 in. by 38 in. (162.56 x 96.52 cm.)
Wool
$1,500
Kashmir Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kashmir Rug the multi-colored field with allover scrolling foliage centering a medallion with a wide claret border dotted with scrolling foliage. 62 in. by 35 in. (157.48 x 88.9 cm.)
Wool
$2,309
Indian Kashmir Rug
Located in Ferrara, IT
Antique Indian Kashmir Silk Rug, 1950-1970. A classic carpet with a decorative layout of clear Indo-Persian inspiration in pure silk.
Wool
Vintage Indian Agra Rug, Handwoven Wool Pile, Allover Floral Design, 3' x 5'
Located in Barrington, IL
Antique Agra rugs from the 19th and early 20th centuries are among the most actively collected and widely admired Indian carpets in the world. Dimensions: 2’ 11” x 5' Date of Manufa...
Wool, Cotton
Kashmir Cotton Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kashmir Cotton Rug The center field decorated with stylized foliage and peacocks on a black ground, with a wide border of foliage on a pink ground. 118 by 37 in. Condition Report Go...
Wool
Antique Distressed Qajar Period Gallery Size Carpet with Kashmir Shawl Pattern
Located in Milan, IT
The finest Persianate weavings of the Qajar Dynasty are distinguished by patterns originating from the textile arts of the Indian Mughal court tradition. The so-called Kashmir shawls...
Wool
Pretty Antique long Kashmir Shawl
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Late 19th century long French Lyonnais Kashmir shawl with beautiful floral design and beautiful natural colors, entirely woven in jacquard looms of the 19th century with wool with ...
Wool
Beautiful Vintage Silk Kashmir Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful vintage silk Kashmir rug with nice design with a nice central medallion, stylized flowers, and the garden, very decorative!
Cotton, Silk
pretty vintage silk Kashmir rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Elevate your surroundings with the splendor of our carpets and tapestries – where art meets expertise."
Cotton, Silk
Beautiful Vintage Silk Kashmir Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Elevate your surroundings with the splendor of our carpets and tapestries – where art meets expertise."
Cotton, Silk
$1,392Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade Italian Kashmir Rug, 1980s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful 20th century ( 1980s circa) kashmir rug handmade in wool, made in Italy. This fantastic rug it is in the main color pink with a motif of central medallions. Elaborate and ...
Wool
Beautiful Vintage Silk Kashmir Runner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Late 20th century silk and cotton Kashmir runner with beautiful floral design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with silk and cotton velvet on cotton foundation.
Silk
$5,488Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Indian Kashmir Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
71812 Antique Indian Kashmir Wool Felted Rug, 09'00 x 12'00. Indian Kashmir wool felted rugs are handcrafted textiles made in the Kashmir region of India using a traditional felting...
Wool, Felt
Indian Kashmir Runner 2'5'' x 8'3''
Located in New York, NY
Indian Kashmir Runner 2'5'' x 8'3''.
Cotton, Silk
Nice large vintage silk Kashmir rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Elevate your surroundings with the splendor of our carpets and tapestries – where art meets expertise."
Cotton, Silk
Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Indian Kashmir Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful mid century Kashmir rug with nice floral design and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of ...
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Vintage Indian Kashmir Silk Floor Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
Really nice rectangular, medium sized vintage floor rug. Made of pure silk in Northern India…..Kashmir …….. in the style of Persian rugs but made of luxurious silk. Highly soug...
Silk
Antique Indian Kashmir Shawl - Early 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare, early 19th century Indian Kashmir shawl is an extraordinary masterwork of textile art, epitomizing the legendary luxury, unparalleled weave technicality, and elegant desig...
Fabric
Antique Kashmir Moon Shawl Fragment, 1850s
Located in Istanbul, TR
Cut and shut, it has some holes but the looks is still very unusual.
Wool
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Multi Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Multi Rug
Silk
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Black Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Black Rug. Size: 10'-1" X 14'-5"
Silk
Antique Silk Kashmir Mughal Shawl 1'4" x 3'
Located in New York, NY
A Happy And Beautiful Antique Kashmir Mughal Silk Shawl 49092, Country Woven In: India, Date Created: This Textile Was Woven Around The Mid 18th Century
Silk
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Rose / Black Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Rose / Black Rug. Size: 12'-1" X 14'-9"
Silk
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Rose / Black Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Rose / Black Rug. Size: 9'-8" X 14'-4"
Silk
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Rose / Black Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Traditional Handwoven Antique Kashmir Silk Rose / Black Rug. Size: 10'-1" X 14'-6"
Silk
Traditional Kashmir Wool Chain Stitch Decorative Area Rug
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Traditional Indian Wool Chain Stitch Decorative Area Rug, Kashmir Valley, India. Hand embroidered on a cotton and linen blend background and backing. A bright floral design of orange...
Wool
Handwoven Contemporary Rug, 100% Wool, Kashmir Design, India, New
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Skillfully handwoven in Kashmir, this beautiful rug features a beautiful unique design and an exceptionally fine weave. 100% natural wool pile. Brand new.
Wool
Traditional Handwoven Luxury Kashmir Ivory / Blue Area Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This elegantly hand woven rug is from India and woven from the finest viscose to create a soft and luxurious piece that will work well in so many different settings. Measures: 3'11" ...
Silk
Vintage Silk Kashmir Rug, English Country Meets Luxe Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78545 Vintage Indian Kashmir Rug, 04'00 x 06'00. Emulating English Country style and timeless style with a silky texture, this vintage Indian Kashmir rug is a captivating vision of w...
Silk
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Indian Kashmir Rug with Art Nouveau Rococo Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77533 vintage Indian Kashmir rug with Art Nouveau Rococo style. With ornate details and well-balanced symmetry combined with a dreamy color palette, this hand knotted wool vintage In...
Wool
$9,275Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Kashmir Rug with Handwoven Silk Pile, Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage Kashmir finely woven silk pile area carpet - hand woven - striking color combination - cotton warp and weft with knotted continuous cotton fringe - unsigned - mid 20th centur...
Cotton, Silk
Handwoven Agra Inspired Wool Rug, Kashmir, 100% Natural Wool, New
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A very high quality Agra from Kashmir featuring a beautiful coloration and a superb quality workmanship. 100% natural wool pile. Brand new.
Wool
Hand-Woven Agra-Inspired Wool Rug from Kashmir, 104\"x75\"
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautiful Agra-inspired from Kashmir featuring masterful color combinations and a very decorative design. 100% natural wool. Brand new.
Wool
Hand-Woven Wool Tabriz-Inspired Rug from Kashmir, 105x70 Inches
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautiful Tabriz-inspired rug from Kashmir featuring a masterful color combination and an extremely fine detailed workmanship. 100% natural wool pile. Brand new.
Wool
Handwoven Modern Wool Rug, Dark Gray Pattern, Kashmir, Pakistan, New
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Handwoven in Kashmir, this beautiful modern rug features a soothing dark gray color field and a decorative design. 100% natural wool pile. Brand new.
Wool
Handwoven Art Deco Style Wool Rug, Kashmir Origin, 108x72 Inches
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Artfully created in Kashmir and timeless in both it's beautiful coloration as well as it's unique design, this high quality modern rug radiates sophistication and elegance. 100% natu...
Wool
The Silk Sonata: A Majestic Vintage Kashmir Masterpiece of Mughal Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
78328 Vintage Indian Kashmir Rug, 13'09 x 22'06. Bathed in luminous opulence and woven with courtly grace, this fine hand-knotted silk vintage Kashmir rug is a marvel of Indian artis...
Silk
Vintage Kashmir India Silk Rug, Hand-Knotted, 9.3x6 ft – Ivory, Black
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Hand-knotted Kashmir rug, crafted in India with traditional weaving techniques. Features an intricate central medallion surrounded by a detailed floral and vine pattern. The refined...
Cotton, Silk
Vintage Kashmir Qum Silk 2x3 Light Green, Red & Blue Handmade Throw Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: Vintage Circa: 1980s Origin: Kashmir, India Design: Qum Actual size: 2.3x3.3 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors: Light Green, Red, Blue, Ivory Content: Silk
Silk
Handwoven Modern Wool Rug from Kashmir, Fine Natural Wool, 84x60 IN
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Genuine quality handwoven modern rug from Kashmir. This unique rug with an amazing texture brings modern sophistication to your home. It is made of fine natural wool.
Wool
Vintage Kashmir India Silk Rug, Hand-Knotted, 9.10x6.9 ft – Ivory, Beige, Black
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Hand-knotted Kashmir rug, crafted in India with fine traditional techniques. Features an intricate boteh (paisley) lattice design filled with floral and animal motifs, framed by a d...
Cotton, Silk
Antique Kashmir Long Shawl from India Early 19th Century, 1830s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A very good example to Indian shawls in rather good condition.
Wool
Mansour Handwoven Arts & Crafts Donegal Rug, Wool, Kashmir, New Design
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Originally designed and crafted in Donegal Ireland in early 1900s, this magnificently decorative brand new Donegal-inspired carpet was hand woven and created in Kashmir. This Arts & ...
Wool
Qom Silk Rug (silk on cotton) depicting the Hunting Scene // Kashmir 1950s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a beautiful silk rug hand knotted on silk. It depicts a hunting scene including human figures and animals. Made in Kashmir around 1950s. Good vintage c...
Cotton, Silk
Red and Navy Blue Kashmir Tribal Rug with Cream Accents, Round from India
Located in Asheville, NC
Handsome Kashmir navy blue and red Indian carpet Tribal 8' round pattern has been spotted at the White House Purchased on our fall buying trip to India along with a sister rug of a...
Goat Hair
$3,898Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade Vintage Persian Kashmir Tree of Life Rug 4.1' x 6.2', 1970s - 1D58
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Introducing the Handmade Vintage Persian Kashmir Rug – a captivating piece that weaves together history, artistry, and spirituality. Crafted in the 1970s, this rug stands as a testam...
Wool
XXL Vintage Silk Kashmir rug Garden of Paradise in plush, baby blue and ivory
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular vintage XXL Kashmir rug. Hand-woven silk on cotton base, it is featuring a traditional Garden of Paradise pattern, also known as compartme...
Cotton, Silk
$41,999Sale Price|25% Off
12'x17'4" Kashmir Pure Silk 576 KPSI Panel Design Mansion Size Hand-Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Kashmir Pure Silk 576 KPSI Panel Design Mansion Size Hand-Knotted Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old Persian we...
Silk
Indian Kashmir Rug in Snow White and Red Accents with Central Medallion
Located in New York, NY
ref 86569
Wool
Kashmir silk rug with a small medallion design in garden of animals & flowers.
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Size: 6ft 0in x 4ft 0in (184 x 123cm). A good example of a Kashmir silk rug with a small medallion design, surrounded by a garden of animals and flowers. About 30 years old. The ...
Silk
$5,560Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Kashmir Kashan Rug Hand-knotted In Pure Wool In Indigo, Blues & Browns
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Fine Kashan masterfully hand knotted in Kashmir during British India days. High quality wool and exquisite deep Indigo hues contrasted with browns, sages, turquoise and silvery natur...
Wool
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
British India Kashmir Moss Green Pale Hand Knotted Kashan Wool Rug Unique Hue
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Finely knotted wool rug from Kashmir in unique hues. Has a rare mossy green tone. Medallion and floral theme with open field. Delicate work. In good condition with some wear in tasse...
Wool
Vintage Silk Kashmir Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Silk Kashmir rug Made in Kashmir, circa 1970 Measures: 6' x 9' 1" Hand-knotted silk pile on a cotton foundation. Field: Dusty-Rose Border color: Black Accent color: Ligh...
Silk
Vintage Silk Kashmir Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Vintage Silk Kashmir rug, circa 1980. Measures: 3' 6" x 5' 9". Hand-knotted silk pile on a cotton foundation Field: Beige Border color: Black Accent color: Dusty-rose a...
Wool, Silk
1960s Persian Pure Silk Kashmir Rug
Located in Northridge, CA
Persian pure silk Kashmir rug with bird and floral design. circa 1960. Measures: 3'10" x 6'. Hand-knotted silk pile, silk foundation Field color: Dusty-rose Border color...
Silk
Hand Knotted Runner Rug Wool Brown Kashmir
Located in Tilburg, Brabant
This hand knotted rug in Kashmir-Pakistan has cotton warp and weft yarns, the pile yarns are made of real silk. The three richly decorated medallions in the rug are surrounded by num...
Wool
20th Century Vintage Indian Kashmir Rug Hand Knotted Silk
Located in Valencia, Spain
It is an Indian carpet, from the 20th century. Hand knotted in silk, in soft colors of perfectly matched tones such as pale pink, light blue and black. Ideal for where we want to giv...
Silk
Kashmir Blazed Collection Hand-Knotted Rug by Thibault Van Renne
By Thibault Van Renne
Located in Gent, BE
Kashmir Blazed collection Hand-knotted in silk and wool Measures: Shown in 300 x 250 Custom sizing and coloration available.
Silk, Wool
Unavailable
W 65 in L 100 in
Traditional Indian Wool Chain Stitch Decorative Area Rug, Kashmir Valley, India
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Indian wool chain stitch decorative area rug, Kashmir Valley, India. Hand embroidered on a cotton and linen blend background and backing. A bright floral design of orange...
Wool
Unavailable
W 60.24 in L 84.26 in
Late 20th Century Hand Knotted Indian Kashmir Silk Rug in Beige and Brown Colors
Located in Valencia, Spain
It is a hand knotted Indian rug from the late-twentieth century, with a design from the 1950s that combines perfectly with the Classic environments and, at the same time, with the cu...
Silk
Unavailable
W 79 in L 108 in
Jacaranda: Designer Handwoven silk rug by Dena Lawrence woven in Kashmir.
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Designer Handwoven silk rug: Introducing "Jacaranda," a silk rug designed by artist Dena Lawrence and handwoven in Kashmir. The rug's intricate pattern and vibrant colours pay homag...
Silk
1950 Midcentury Indian Kashmir Rug Hand Knotted in Wool
Located in Valencia, Spain
It is an Indian carpet from the 1950s, from the middle of the 20th century. Knotted by hand in wool, in colors of medium and dark tones perfectly combined, such as brown, beige and ...
Wool
Unavailable
W 72 in L 108 in
Handwoven orange Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir.
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Introducing "Desert Eyes," a mesmerising silk rug handwoven in Kashmir, designed by Dena Lawrence. Immerse yourself in the warm embrace of Western Australia's Outback as this extraor...
Silk
Unavailable
W 60 in L 84 in
Geometric Handwoven silk rug - crafted in Kashmir and designed by Dena Lawrence
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Geometric - Hand woven Silk Rug: Enter the captivating world of the "Geometric" rug – an exquisite creation by designer Dena Lawrence, handwoven in luxurious silk in Kashmir. Celebr...
Silk
Unavailable
W 60 in L 74 in
Peace: Designer blue Handwoven silk rug by Dena Lawrence woven in Kashmir.
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Handwoven silk Rug: Experience serenity and grace with the "Peace" rug – a mesmerizing creation by Dena Lawrence, handwoven in silk in Kashmir. This extraordinary rug embodies tranq...
Silk
Unavailable
W 72 in L 108 in
Handwoven Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir. Fireopal
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Introducing "Fireopal" - an exceptional silk rug meticulously handwoven in the enchanting region of Kashmir, designed by the renowned artist Dena Lawrence. The rug draws inspiration...
Silk
Unavailable
W 72 in L 108 in
"Maschera" Handwoven Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir.
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Introducing Maschera: The Captivating Carnival-Inspired Handwoven Silk Rug Maschera is a handwoven silk rug that captures a carnival's playful and enchanting aura. Its design feature...
Silk
Unavailable
W 72 in L 108 in
Handwoven silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir. Vibrant blue
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Discover "Shimmering Lake" by Dena Lawrence, an exquisite silk rug handwoven in Kashmir. Its soft blues shimmer with elegance, reminiscent of a serene lake's surface. Delicate leaves...
Silk
Unavailable
W 60 in L 84 in
Sunburst: Designer hand-knotted silk rug by Dena lawrence and woven in Kashmir
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Handwoven Designer silk Rug. Enter the radiant world of "Sunburst," a beautiful silk rug designed by artist Dena Lawrence, handwoven in Kashmir. This extraordinary rug captures trop...
Silk
Unavailable
W 72 in L 108 in
Flare: Designer orange silk hand-knotted rug by Dena Lawrence woven in Kashmir
By Dena Lawrence
Located in WEMBLEY DOWNS, AU
Flare: Designer orange silk hand-knotted rug. Ignite your space with the brilliance of "Flare", - a magnificent handwoven rug by visionary artist Dena Lawrence in Kashmir. Bursting...
Silk
Cashmere tree of life silk rug 197 X 118 cm
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Cashmere tree of life silk rug 197 X 118 cm Hand-knotted carpet from Indian Kashmir. Beautiful motif of the tree of life with birds.
Cotton, Silk
Unavailable
W 31.11 in L 137.01 in
1950 Garnet, Green and Beige Middle Eastern Wool & Silk Runner Midcentury
Located in Valencia, Spain
Carpet Kashmir hall knotted by hand with double knot of wool and silk, made in the 1950s.
Wool, Silk
Mid-20th Century Kashmir Carpet
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A mid-20th century Kashmir style wool carpet.
Wool
Antique Rug Kashmir Carpet, Handmade Natural Brown Wool Circular Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Diameter- 230cm Antique rug Kashmir carpet, handmade natural brown wool circular area rug- 230cm.
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Keshmiri Rug 6'6'' x 9'6''
Located in New York, NY
It is often said in Kashmir folklore that a home is incomplete without a soul - a Kashmir carpet.
Silk
Fine Vintage Kashmiri Indian Runner Rug, Hand Knotted, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
It is often said in Kashmir folklore that a home is incomplete without a soul - a Kashmir carpet.
Wool, Silk
Vintage Silk Kashmir Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
A beautiful 20th century silk Kashmir rug, with a garden design entirely hand knotted with silk velvet on cotton foundation. Size: 3.01 x 5.08 feet.
Silk
Handmade Vintage Tabriz Kashmir Rug, 1960s, 1C932
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage Persian Tabriz rug made in Kashmir wool. The rug is from the end of 20th century in original good condition. The rug is in traditional medallion design in pink and b...
Wool
European Kashmir Style Paisley Shawl
Located in Istanbul, TR
The shawil is in very good condition apart from a small tear on one corner.
Handmade Vintage Indian Tabriz Kashmir Silk Rug, 1970s, 1D32
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Introducing our Handmade Vintage Indian Kashmir Silk rug, a stunning addition to any home decor. Crafted with precision and care, this rug is a true work of art, featuring intricate ...
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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Persian garden carpets, with their timeless beauty and unmatched craftsmanship, have an enduring appeal.
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