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The Hera Rug (3x4m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth
The Hera Rug (3x4m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth

The Hera Rug (3x4m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth

Located in London, GB

silk motifs, with a refined cut and loop pile that enhances its texture and depth. Offering softness

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

The Hera Rug (2x3m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth
The Hera Rug (2x3m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth

The Hera Rug (2x3m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth

Located in London, GB

silk motifs, with a refined cut and loop pile that enhances its texture and depth. Offering softness

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

The Hera Rug (1.2x1.8m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth
The Hera Rug (1.2x1.8m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth

The Hera Rug (1.2x1.8m), Made in India by Sister - Warm, Texture & Depth

Located in London, GB

silk motifs, with a refined cut and loop pile that enhances its texture and depth. Offering softness

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'1 x 9'11
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'1 x 9'11

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'1 x 9'11

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven  Wool Area Rug 9'10 x 14'
One of a Kind Handwoven  Wool Area Rug 9'10 x 14'

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'10 x 14'

Located in Secaucus, NJ

yellow ground. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 7'11 x 10'1
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 7'11 x 10'1

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 7'11 x 10'1

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  9' x 12'
One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  9' x 12'

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9' x 12'

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  8'5 x 10'3
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  8'5 x 10'3

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'5 x 10'3

Located in Secaucus, NJ

methods with a loop weave invented by Asmara, this cut and loop pile rug has subtle shade and texture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'10 x 12'
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'10 x 12'

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'10 x 12'

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  7'11 x 10'
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  7'11 x 10'

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 7'11 x 10'

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8' x 9'11
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8' x 9'11

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8' x 9'11

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10' x 13'6
One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10' x 13'6

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10' x 13'6

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'5 x 14'5
One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'5 x 14'5

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'5 x 14'5

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven  Wool Area Rug 10' x 13'11
One-of-a-Kind Handwoven  Wool Area Rug 10' x 13'11

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10' x 13'11

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'2 x 1'0'8
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'2 x 1'0'8

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'2 x 1'0'8

Located in Secaucus, NJ

methods with a loop weave invented by Asmara, this cut and loop pile rug has subtle shade and texture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9' x 12'4
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9' x 12'4

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9' x 12'4

Located in Secaucus, NJ

yellow ground. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 14'2
One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 14'2

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 14'2

Located in Secaucus, NJ

yellow ground. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10' x 14'
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10' x 14'

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10' x 14'

Located in Secaucus, NJ

yellow ground. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  8'10 x 11'11
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  8'10 x 11'11

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'10 x 11'11

Located in Secaucus, NJ

yellow ground. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'3 x 13'8
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'3 x 13'8

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'3 x 13'8

Located in Secaucus, NJ

. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 14'1
One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 14'1

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 14'1

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

The Waves Rug (2x3m) Made in India by Sister - Texture, Depth & Ocean Hues
The Waves Rug (2x3m) Made in India by Sister - Texture, Depth & Ocean Hues

The Waves Rug (2x3m) Made in India by Sister - Texture, Depth & Ocean Hues

Located in London, GB

blend of wool and silk, featuring a sophisticated cut and loop pile that adds both texture and depth. A

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

The Waves Rug (3x4m) Made in India by Sister - Texture, Depth & Ocean Hues
The Waves Rug (3x4m) Made in India by Sister - Texture, Depth & Ocean Hues

The Waves Rug (3x4m) Made in India by Sister - Texture, Depth & Ocean Hues

Located in London, GB

blend of wool and silk, featuring a sophisticated cut and loop pile that adds both texture and depth. A

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

One of a Kind Contemporary Handwoven Wool Area Rug 7'11 x 9'9
One of a Kind Contemporary Handwoven Wool Area Rug 7'11 x 9'9

One of a Kind Contemporary Handwoven Wool Area Rug 7'11 x 9'9

Located in Secaucus, NJ

cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by Asmara with the ancient French

Category

2010s Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  14'2 x 19'8
One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug  14'2 x 19'8

One of a Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 14'2 x 19'8

Located in Secaucus, NJ

subtle color shades, similar to antique Aubusson rugs. Also available in cut and loop pile. Has passed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 12' x 18'
One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 12' x 18'

One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Wool Area Rug 12' x 18'

Located in Secaucus, NJ

available as a Needlepoint rug and as a cut and loop pile Oriental rug. Has passed independent durability

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Tibetan Rug Red Field Spiritual Symbolism
Tibetan Rug Red Field Spiritual Symbolism

Tibetan Rug Red Field Spiritual Symbolism

Located in Ferrara, IT

showcases the Tibetan cut-loop knotting technique, producing a deep, luxurious pile. The saturated red

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Contemporary Wool & Silk Tibetan Rug
Modern Contemporary Wool & Silk Tibetan Rug

Modern Contemporary Wool & Silk Tibetan Rug

Located in New York, NY

. It has a loop and cut pile giving it nice, subtle texture and movement. Custom color and size

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

One-of-a-Kind Oversize Handwoven Wool Area Rug 14'2 x 19'8
One-of-a-Kind Oversize Handwoven Wool Area Rug 14'2 x 19'8

One-of-a-Kind Oversize Handwoven Wool Area Rug 14'2 x 19'8

Located in Secaucus, NJ

subtle color shades, similar to antique Aubusson rugs. Also available in cut and loop pile. Has passed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

"Symfonia Vibe" Contemporary Area Rug in Econylon
"Symfonia Vibe" Contemporary Area Rug in Econylon

"Symfonia Vibe" Contemporary Area Rug in Econylon

Located in New York , NY

-knotted, Cut pile & Loop 100 Knot /Inch Dimensions: 6' W × 9' L

Category

2010s Nepalese Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Nylon

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug

Located in New York, NY

texture, with visible evidence of its craftsmanship in the looped and cut pile. Its condition and scale

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Gobi Wool Rug by Della Robbia, Hand-Tufted, Geometric Design, Italy
Gobi Wool Rug by Della Robbia, Hand-Tufted, Geometric Design, Italy

Gobi Wool Rug by Della Robbia, Hand-Tufted, Geometric Design, Italy

By Della Robbia

Located in Dallas, TX

in 100% New Zealand pure wool with cotton backing. Single ply yarn cut & loop pile tufted and tweeded

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ascent Wool Rug by Della Robbia, Hand-Tufted, Geometric Design, Italy
Ascent Wool Rug by Della Robbia, Hand-Tufted, Geometric Design, Italy

Ascent Wool Rug by Della Robbia, Hand-Tufted, Geometric Design, Italy

By Della Robbia

Located in Dallas, TX

in 100% New Zealand pure wool with cotton backing. Single ply yarn cut & loop pile tufted and tweeded

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Abstract Contemporary Area Rug Gold, Handmade Wool Silk, Symfonia
Abstract Contemporary Area Rug Gold, Handmade Wool Silk, Symfonia

Abstract Contemporary Area Rug Gold, Handmade Wool Silk, Symfonia

Located in New York , NY

rows and highland Tibetan wool rug across a shear to perfection pile. Alternating rows of loop and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Contemporary Area Rug Brown, Handmade of Wool, "Corbu" Chocolate
Contemporary Area Rug Brown, Handmade of Wool, "Corbu" Chocolate

Contemporary Area Rug Brown, Handmade of Wool, "Corbu" Chocolate

Located in New York , NY

. Variances in the loop and pile cut construction create a remarkable depth accentuating the feel of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

'Wobble' 100% Tufted Wool Off-white Area Rug for Tom Dixon
'Wobble' 100% Tufted Wool Off-white Area Rug for Tom Dixon

'Wobble' 100% Tufted Wool Off-white Area Rug for Tom Dixon

By Tom Dixon

Located in Glendale, CA

natural materials. Featuring a luxuriously deep, 1.2-inch high-cut pile and framed by a shorter, looped

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Western European Fine Silk Tufted Area Rug Neoclassica
Western European Fine Silk Tufted Area Rug Neoclassica

Western European Fine Silk Tufted Area Rug Neoclassica

By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov

Located in Hong Kong, HK

give the effect of vibrant colours. The rug is made in cut and loop pile technique to give a 3D effect

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

3D Blue Butterflies Rug - Alexander’s Collection Hand-Tufted Luxury Carpet
3D Blue Butterflies Rug - Alexander’s Collection Hand-Tufted Luxury Carpet

3D Blue Butterflies Rug - Alexander’s Collection Hand-Tufted Luxury Carpet

By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander's Collection

Located in Hong Kong, HK

high-low loop and cut pile for a sculptural relief effect. Bespoke textile art for high-end interiors

Category

2010s Chinese Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Western Europe Contemporary Wool Tufted Area Round Rug "Irises"
Western Europe Contemporary Wool Tufted Area Round Rug "Irises"

Western Europe Contemporary Wool Tufted Area Round Rug "Irises"

By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander's Collection

Located in Hong Kong, HK

special care to give the effect of vibrant colours. The rug is made in cut and loop pile technique to give

Category

2010s Spanish Neoclassical Revival Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Neoclassical Revival Area Rug by Alexander's Collection, Hand-Tufted
Neoclassical Revival Area Rug by Alexander's Collection, Hand-Tufted

Neoclassical Revival Area Rug by Alexander's Collection, Hand-Tufted

By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov

Located in Hong Kong, HK

combination of loop and cut pile. To elevate the sensory experience, Alex Sander has integrated tonal Lurex

Category

2010s Chinese Neoclassical Revival Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rimini Rug in Parchment 10x14'
Rimini Rug in Parchment 10x14'

Rimini Rug in Parchment 10x14'

By Schumacher

Located in New York, NY

Hand tufted and made of 100% wool, Rimini has loop and cut pile construction that forms an

Category

2010s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Area Rug in Brown Contemporary, Loomknotted of Silk, Viscose, "Fantasia"
Area Rug in Brown Contemporary, Loomknotted of Silk, Viscose, "Fantasia"

Area Rug in Brown Contemporary, Loomknotted of Silk, Viscose, "Fantasia"

Located in New York , NY

Sumptuous and silky, our Fantasia rug offers a sculpted effect of loop and cut pile creating a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Contemporary Tibetan Wool & Silk Tone on Tone Rug
Modern Contemporary Tibetan Wool & Silk Tone on Tone Rug

Modern Contemporary Tibetan Wool & Silk Tone on Tone Rug

Located in New York, NY

has a loop and cut pile giving it nice, subtle texture and movement. Custom color and size available

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Contemporary Area Rug Taupe Purple, Handmade of Silk, Wool "Isabel"
Contemporary Area Rug Taupe Purple, Handmade of Silk, Wool "Isabel"

Contemporary Area Rug Taupe Purple, Handmade of Silk, Wool "Isabel"

Located in New York , NY

and architecture. Variances in loop and pile cut construction create a remarkable depth accentuating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Alexander’s Collection Hand-Tufted Silk Rug, Black & Violet Floral Silver Relief
Alexander’s Collection Hand-Tufted Silk Rug, Black & Violet Floral Silver Relief

Alexander’s Collection Hand-Tufted Silk Rug, Black & Violet Floral Silver Relief

By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov

Located in Hong Kong, HK

. Using a specialized loop-pile technique, these shimmering accents provide a crystalline brilliance that

Category

2010s Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Metallic Thread

Rimini Rug in Parchment 6x9'
Rimini Rug in Parchment 6x9'

Rimini Rug in Parchment 6x9'

By Schumacher

Located in New York, NY

Hand tufted and made of 100% wool, Rimini has loop and cut pile construction that forms an

Category

2010s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Tibetan ‘Hummingbird’ Silk & Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Modern Tibetan ‘Hummingbird’ Silk & Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Modern Tibetan ‘Hummingbird’ Silk & Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

, imbuing the piece with depth and dynamism. Rendered with a precise, low-pile cut that accentuates its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Geometric Contemporary Area Rug Blue Yellow, Handmade Wool Silk, Byzantine
Geometric Contemporary Area Rug Blue Yellow, Handmade Wool Silk, Byzantine

Geometric Contemporary Area Rug Blue Yellow, Handmade Wool Silk, Byzantine

Located in New York , NY

and pile cut construction create a remarkable depth accentuating the feel of the superb yarn used and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Oversized European-Inspired Hand-Knotted Tibetan Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Modern Oversized European-Inspired Hand-Knotted Tibetan Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Modern Oversized European-Inspired Hand-Knotted Tibetan Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

light and modern feel. The interplay of cut-pile silk and looped wool textures adds visual dimension and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Tibetan Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

'Wobble' 100% Extra Large Tufted Wool Off-white Area Rug for Tom Dixon
'Wobble' 100% Extra Large Tufted Wool Off-white Area Rug for Tom Dixon

'Wobble' 100% Extra Large Tufted Wool Off-white Area Rug for Tom Dixon

By Tom Dixon

Located in Glendale, CA

with natural materials. Featuring a luxuriously deep, 1.2-inch high-cut pile and framed by a shorter

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Area Rug in Olive Contemporary, Loom-knotted of Wool Viscose, "Fantasia"
Area Rug in Olive Contemporary, Loom-knotted of Wool Viscose, "Fantasia"

Area Rug in Olive Contemporary, Loom-knotted of Wool Viscose, "Fantasia"

Located in New York , NY

Sumptuous and silky, our Fantasia rug offers a sculpted effect of loop and cut pile creating a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Other

Customizable Art Nouveau Silk Tufted Rug by Alexander's Collection
Customizable Art Nouveau Silk Tufted Rug by Alexander's Collection

Customizable Art Nouveau Silk Tufted Rug by Alexander's Collection

By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander's Collection

Located in Hong Kong, HK

-lustre cut pile and the understated loop pile allows the light to travel across the surface, revealing

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Contemporary Area Rug in Beige Ivory, Handmade of Wool & Hemp "Zang"
Contemporary Area Rug in Beige Ivory, Handmade of Wool & Hemp "Zang"

Contemporary Area Rug in Beige Ivory, Handmade of Wool & Hemp "Zang"

Located in New York , NY

loop and pile cut construction create a remarkable depth accentuating the feel of the superb yarn used

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Hemp

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Loop And Cut Pile Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal loop and cut pile rug for your home. Each loop and cut pile rug for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. If you’re shopping for a loop and cut pile rug, we have 15 options in-stock, while there are 194 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a loop and cut pile rug — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A loop and cut pile rug is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one loop and cut pile rug that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hommes Studio, Paolo Stella and Nordic Knots produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Loop And Cut Pile Rug?

Prices for a loop and cut pile rug can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $331 and can go as high as $80,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,609.

Finding the Right Rugs-carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.