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Antique Kuba Rug, c. 1900
Antique Kuba Rug, c. 1900

Antique Kuba Rug, c. 1900

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, c. 1900 Dated 1320 which is equal to the current calendar date of 1900

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Extraordinary 19th Century Kuba Runner
Extraordinary 19th Century Kuba Runner

Extraordinary 19th Century Kuba Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

An extraordinary late 19th Persian Kuba runner with a wonderful tribal pattern containing an all

Category

Antique 1890s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Exceptional 19th Century Kuba Rug
Exceptional 19th Century Kuba Rug

Exceptional 19th Century Kuba Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An exceptional 19th century Persian Kuba rug with a beautiful all-over stylized tree-of-life

Category

Antique 1870s Persian Kazak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Collectible Caucasian Kuba Runner
Antique Collectible Caucasian Kuba Runner

Antique Collectible Caucasian Kuba Runner

Located in New York, NY

Here is an absolutely remarkable antique Oriental rug - an antique Kuba runner, woven by the great

Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Kuba Rug
Late 19th Century Kuba Rug

Late 19th Century Kuba Rug

Located in Dublin, NH

This charming Kuba rug from the South Caucasus is a very happy representation of Fine weaving from

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Antique Kuba Soumac Flatwoven Rug
Antique Kuba Soumac Flatwoven Rug

Antique Kuba Soumac Flatwoven Rug

Located in Dublin, NH

end-finishes indicate a possible origin in the Kuba region. The lively golden field is accented by

Category

Antique 19th Century Azerbaijani Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Tribal Kuba Caucasian Rug Runner
Antique Tribal Kuba Caucasian Rug Runner

Antique Tribal Kuba Caucasian Rug Runner

Located in New York, NY

delight seasoned collectors and those who are new to the world of Caucasian rugs and carpets. Kuba rugs

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Shirvan Kuba Snowflake Rug
Antique Shirvan Kuba Snowflake Rug

Antique Shirvan Kuba Snowflake Rug

Located in New York, NY

19th century Caucasian Shirvan rug with a "Snowflake" motif on a blue ground and Konagkend motif border. Caucasian Shirvan rug’s original geometric ornamentation great graphic imp...

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Caucasian Kuba Small Runner, Ivory Ground
Caucasian Kuba Small Runner, Ivory Ground

Caucasian Kuba Small Runner, Ivory Ground

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century decorative Caucasian Kuba runner. The town of Kuba located in the caucases

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Vintage 1910s Caucasian Primitive Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Antique Caucasian Kuba Small Runner
Fine Antique Caucasian Kuba Small Runner

Fine Antique Caucasian Kuba Small Runner

Located in New York, NY

A 19th century Caucasian Kuba runner. Colors and dyes all original. Very tightly woven. The town

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Primitive Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Small Antique Tribal Caucasian Kuba Rug
Small Antique Tribal Caucasian Kuba Rug

Small Antique Tribal Caucasian Kuba Rug

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful small red and blue antique tribal Caucasian Kuba rug.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Caucasian Rugs

Caucasian Kuba Mini Antique Prayer Rug
Caucasian Kuba Mini Antique Prayer Rug

Caucasian Kuba Mini Antique Prayer Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early Century Antique Caucasian Kuba Prayer rug Measures: 2'7'' x 3'10''.

Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Rustic Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Alpine Kuba Caucasian Rug
Zabihi Collection Alpine Kuba Caucasian Rug

Zabihi Collection Alpine Kuba Caucasian Rug

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Alpine Kuba rug Measures: 3'6'' x 5'3''.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Rustic Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century
Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century

Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century Situated between the Ottoman and Persian empires, the Caucasus

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Light Blue Kuba Rug
Antique Caucasian Light Blue Kuba Rug

Antique Caucasian Light Blue Kuba Rug

Located in New York, NY

Decorative light blue colored early 20th century handmade Kuba rug in easy-going earthy palette.

Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Bakshaish Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Konagkend Kuba Rug
Late 19th Century Konagkend Kuba Rug

Late 19th Century Konagkend Kuba Rug

Located in Dublin, NH

This small format Konagkend type Kuba rug from the South Caucasus combines the two classic features

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Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century
Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century

Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Kuba Rug, 3rd Quarter 19th Century Stylized almost crystalline shrubs painted in a rainbow of

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Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, 19th Century
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, 19th Century

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, 19th Century The Collection of Dr. Charles Whitfield Additional

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century
Antique Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Antique Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Cacuasian Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century Additional information: Dimensions: 3'4" W x 4'6" L

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Seichour Kuba Rug, 19th Century
Antique Seichour Kuba Rug, 19th Century

Antique Seichour Kuba Rug, 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Caucasian Seichour Kuba Rug, 19th Century Additional information: Dimensions: 4'1" W x

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Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Tribal Caucasian Kuba Kilim Rug
Antique Tribal Caucasian Kuba Kilim Rug

Antique Tribal Caucasian Kuba Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Stunning antique tribal Caucasian Kuba Kilim rug, country of origin: Caucusus, date circa 1900

Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kilim Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century
Antique Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Antique Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century Being sold on behalf of Dr. and Mrs. Timothy

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Amazing Late 19th Century Kuba Rug
Amazing Late 19th Century Kuba Rug

Amazing Late 19th Century Kuba Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An amazing late 19th century Kuba rug with a wonderful all-over multicolored diamond medallion

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Asian Kazak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Caucasian Kuba Shirvan Rug, Circa 1880
Caucasian Kuba Shirvan Rug, Circa 1880

Caucasian Kuba Shirvan Rug, Circa 1880

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Caucasian Shirvan rug from the Kuba region, 'Tree of life with birds' design on a dark

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Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Extraordinary Early 20th Century Kuba Rug
Extraordinary Early 20th Century Kuba Rug

Extraordinary Early 20th Century Kuba Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An extraordinary early 20th century Persian Kuba rug with a fantastic pattern of multicolored

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Antique Early 1900s Azerbaijani Kazak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Kuba Rug 3'11'' x 6'11''
Antique Kuba Rug 3'11'' x 6'11''

Antique Kuba Rug 3'11'' x 6'11''

Located in New York, NY

Antique Kuba Rug 3'11'' x 6'11''. SW Caucasus/Armenia. Boldly patterned, strongly colored, totally

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Colorful Kuba Rug
Late 19th Century Colorful Kuba Rug

Late 19th Century Colorful Kuba Rug

Located in Dublin, NH

sophisticated Kuba presents a highly successful visual alternative to the usual large-scale ornament and open

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Perepedil Rug
Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Perepedil Rug

Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Perepedil Rug

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Caucasian Kuba region Perepedil rug with an indigo blue ground and classic Kufic border

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Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Antique Russian Kuba Kilim Flat-Weave Rug
Antique Russian Kuba Kilim Flat-Weave Rug

Antique Russian Kuba Kilim Flat-Weave Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Russian Kuba Kilim flat-woven carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1930s Russian Kilim Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Russian Kuba Kilim Flat-Weave Rug
Antique Russian Kuba Kilim Flat-Weave Rug

Antique Russian Kuba Kilim Flat-Weave Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Russian Kuba Kilim flat-woven carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1930s Russian Kilim Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kuba Rug
Early 20th Century Caucasian Kuba Rug

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kuba Rug

Located in New York, NY

East Caucasus, circa 1900 Measures: 4'10" x 3'5" (147 x 104 cm) Handwoven.

Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Caucasian Kuba Rug, 1900s, 1Q0191
Handmade Vintage Caucasian Kuba Rug, 1900s, 1Q0191

Handmade Vintage Caucasian Kuba Rug, 1900s, 1Q0191

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Caucasian Kuba rug in beige wool and all-over design. This rug has been made in

Category

Antique Early 1900s Azerbaijani Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug Fragment, 19th Century
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug Fragment, 19th Century

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug Fragment, 19th Century

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

An antique Caucasian Kuba rug fragment with the Afshan design. This is an interesting fragment

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Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Antique North East Caucasian Kuba "Karagashli" Rug
Antique North East Caucasian Kuba "Karagashli" Rug

Antique North East Caucasian Kuba "Karagashli" Rug

Located in Spring Valley, NY

A highly collectible antique Karagashli rug from Kuba district of North East Azerbaijan. Wool pile

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'6" W x 5'10" L

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

An Antique Caucasian Kuba Runner 19th Century

An Antique Caucasian Kuba Runner 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

'A late 19th century Caucasian Kuba runner, the black field with staggered atypically angular

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Kuba Long Rug with Gentle Wear
Antique Kuba Long Rug with Gentle Wear

Antique Kuba Long Rug with Gentle Wear

Located in New York, NY

Antique Kuba long runner rug with Gentle Wear. A beautiful antique rug from the Caucasus, in

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug 2.10m X 1.35m
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug 2.10m X 1.35m

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug 2.10m X 1.35m

Located in St. Albans, GB

A fabulous antique Caucasian Kuba rug, handwoven in northern Azerbaidjan circa 1910 with an allover

Category

Vintage 1910s Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Kuba Rug, 19th Century (4th Quarter)
Antique Kuba Rug, 19th Century (4th Quarter)

Antique Kuba Rug, 19th Century (4th Quarter)

Located in Dublin, NH

Kuba Rug, 19th Century This jewel of an East Caucasian rug draws a host of folk motifs within a

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, c. 1900's
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, c. 1900's

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, c. 1900's

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Horseback Riding Collector's Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug Pale Sage Green, Celadon, Muted Pink

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Caucasian Kuba 19th Century Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Caucasian Kuba 19th Century Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Caucasian Kuba 19th Century Rug

Located in New York, NY

A Caucasian Kuba rug from the late 19th century. Measures: 3'2'' x 4'10''. Antique Caucasian rugs

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Shirvan-Kuba Rug 3'6'' x 5'5''
Antique Shirvan-Kuba Rug 3'6'' x 5'5''

Antique Shirvan-Kuba Rug 3'6'' x 5'5''

Located in New York, NY

With a Chi-Chi allover pattern of geometric flowers, octagon rosettes and little winged hexagons, in straw, green, red and ivory, this somewhat rough condition small scatter has the ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Asian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Collectible Caucasian Kuba Bag, 1880s
Handmade Antique Collectible Caucasian Kuba Bag, 1880s

Handmade Antique Collectible Caucasian Kuba Bag, 1880s

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique collectible Russian bag. On the navy blue border we can see nicely shaped geometric figures in red blue and beige shades. Beige border with red rhombuses and multico...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Snowflake Antique Kuba Caucasian Rug
Zabihi Collection Snowflake Antique Kuba Caucasian Rug

Zabihi Collection Snowflake Antique Kuba Caucasian Rug

Located in New York, NY

Superb antique Caucasian rKuba rug from the late 19th century with a rare all-over snowflake design. Measures: 3'2" x 4'7".

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Kilim, circa 1900/20
Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Kilim, circa 1900/20

Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Kilim, circa 1900/20

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

A superb Kilim of classic Kuba region design. The kilim has bands of embroidered work running

Category

20th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Antique Caucasian Seichor Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century
Antique Caucasian Seichor Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Antique Caucasian Seichor Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Caucasian Seichor Kuba Rug, Late 19th Century This colorful Kuba draws a repeat field of

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Shirvan Runner, circa 1880
Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Shirvan Runner, circa 1880

Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Shirvan Runner, circa 1880

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

An antique Caucasian Kuba region Shirvan runner, with all over large boteh design. The indigo field

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with a Central Floral Medallion
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with a Central Floral Medallion

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with a Central Floral Medallion

Located in Atlanta, GA

, Measures: 4'6 X 6'9 This fabulous antique Kuba small carpet, from the Caucasus region, showcases a

Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, 1880s, 1B754
Handmade Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, 1880s, 1B754

Handmade Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug, 1880s, 1B754

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Caucasian Kuba rug in deep blue shade. The rug is from the end of 19th century in

Category

Antique 1880s Russian Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Caucasian Kuba Runner, 1880s, 1B755
Handmade Antique Caucasian Kuba Runner, 1880s, 1B755

Handmade Antique Caucasian Kuba Runner, 1880s, 1B755

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Caucasian Kuba rug in deep blue shade. The rug is from the end of 19th century in

Category

Antique 1880s Russian Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Orley Shabahang "Kuba" Contemporary Persian Rug, Neutral & Brown, 9x12
Orley Shabahang "Kuba" Contemporary Persian Rug, Neutral & Brown, 9x12

Orley Shabahang "Kuba" Contemporary Persian Rug, Neutral & Brown, 9x12

By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang

Located in New York, NY

With neutral tones that will match virtually interior, this hand-knotted carpet, titled Kuba

Category

2010s Persian Minimalist Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Denim Blue Antique Shirvan Kuba Rug, Early 20th Century
Denim Blue Antique Shirvan Kuba Rug, Early 20th Century

Denim Blue Antique Shirvan Kuba Rug, Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A sweet Caucasian Kuba rug from the 1920s with a pretty denim blue ground accents in earthy mustard

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Camel Field Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug
Early 20th Century Camel Field Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug

Early 20th Century Camel Field Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century Caucasian Kuba rug. Measures: 4' x 4'6'' This captivating Caucasian

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Antique Early 1900s Caucasian Mid-Century Modern Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Ivory Field Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug
Early 20th Century Ivory Field Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug

Early 20th Century Ivory Field Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century ivory field Caucasian Kuba rug. This captivating Seichur Kuba presents

Category

Vintage 1910s Caucasian Mid-Century Modern Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with Intricate and Complex Design
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with Intricate and Complex Design

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with Intricate and Complex Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug with Intricate and Complex Design. This beautiful piece is a late 19th

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Zeychour Green Caucasian Kuba Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Zeychour Green Caucasian Kuba Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Zeychour Green Caucasian Kuba Rug

Located in New York, NY

a late 19th century green field caucasian zeychour antique rug Details rug no. j4249 size 3' 7" x 6' 10" (109 x 208 cm)

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Superb Antique Caucasian Kuba Prayer Rug Dated 1845
Superb Antique Caucasian Kuba Prayer Rug Dated 1845

Superb Antique Caucasian Kuba Prayer Rug Dated 1845

Located in Spring Valley, NY

Unusual, rare and exceptional - this elegant, early prayer rug from the eastern Caucasus (Azerbaijan) has a delicate, all natural color palette on a soft and subtle, natural camel ha...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Azerbaijani Islamic Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Kuba Carpets For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of kuba carpets available for sale. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, all kuba carpets available were constructed with great care. There are 209 antique and vintage kuba carpets for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Kuba carpets have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern and Modern kuba carpets are consistently popular styles. Rug & Kilim and The Rug Company each produced beautiful kuba carpets that are worth considering.

How Much are Kuba Carpets?

Prices for kuba carpets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, kuba carpets begin at $195 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $6,027.

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.