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Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 400 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban
Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 400 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 400 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Located in Geneve, CH

Off White Feel 400 Rug by Mohebban Dimensions: W 400 x L 300 cm Materials: Wool. The Feel

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban
Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Located in Geneve, CH

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban Dimensions: W 300 x L 200 cm Materials

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 250 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban
Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 250 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 250 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Located in Geneve, CH

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 250 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban Dimensions: W 250 x L 200 cm Materials

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 240 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban
Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 240 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 240 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Located in Geneve, CH

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 240 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban Dimensions: W 240 x L 170 cm Materials

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban
Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Located in Geneve, CH

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 300 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban Dimensions: W 300 x L 250 cm Materials

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 360 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban
Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 360 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 360 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban

Located in Geneve, CH

Artisan Hand-woven Off-White 360 Rectangular Rug by Mohebban Dimensions: W 360 x L 270 cm Materials

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Anika by Erinn V.
Mehraban Anika by Erinn V.

Mehraban Anika by Erinn V.

$12,500

W 108 in L 144 in

Mehraban Anika by Erinn V.

By Mehraban Rugs, Erinn Valencich

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

brings together loop texture with sumptuously touchable silk. Rug Number 29755 Size 9' 0" X 12' 0

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mehraban Aniki by Erinn V.
Mehraban Aniki by Erinn V.

Mehraban Aniki by Erinn V.

$11,500

W 110 in L 150 in

Mehraban Aniki by Erinn V.

By Mehraban Rugs, Erinn Valencich

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Interlaced maze repeat of tonal wool loop and pile. Aniki rug brings a fresh take on concretist bas

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'5 x 10'4
Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'5 x 10'4

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'5 x 10'4

$1,050

W 101 in L 124 in

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'5 x 10'4

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 Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'3 x 10'3
Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'3 x 10'3

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'3 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 Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handwoven Wool Area Rug   9' x 12'
Handwoven Wool Area Rug   9' x 12'

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9' x 12'

$1,300

W 108 in L 144 in

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9' x 12'

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 Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'4 x 10'3
Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'4 x 10'3

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'4 x 10'3

$1,025

W 100 in L 123 in

Handwoven Wool Area Rug 8'4 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 Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handwoven Antique Wool Area Rug  10'3 x 14'3
Handwoven Antique Wool Area Rug  10'3 x 14'3

Handwoven Antique Wool Area Rug 10'3 x 14'3

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 Indian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Traditional Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 13'10
Traditional Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 13'10

Traditional Handwoven Wool Area Rug 9'11 x 13'10

Located in Secaucus, NJ

loop weave invented by Asmara, this cut and loop pile rug has subtle shade and texture variations

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Traditional Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'4 x 13'8
Traditional Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'4 x 13'8

Traditional Handwoven Wool Area Rug 10'4 x 13'8

Located in Secaucus, NJ

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Vintage Spanish Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Vintage Spanish Rug Doris Leslie Blau

Vintage Spanish Rug Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

looped pile, the rug retains a plush surface that subtly enhances the intricate detailing. Both

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

10'4"x14' Tawny Brown Hand Knotted Pure Wool Modern Grass Design Oriental Rug
10'4"x14' Tawny Brown Hand Knotted Pure Wool Modern Grass Design Oriental Rug

10'4"x14' Tawny Brown Hand Knotted Pure Wool Modern Grass Design Oriental Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Tawny Brown, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Grass Design with Looped Pile, Oriental Rug Primary materials

Category

2010s Indian Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

3'x5'1" Gray Modern Design Hand Spun Undyed Natural Wool Hand Knotted Rug
3'x5'1" Gray Modern Design Hand Spun Undyed Natural Wool Hand Knotted Rug

3'x5'1" Gray Modern Design Hand Spun Undyed Natural Wool Hand Knotted Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Cloud Gray, Modern Design, Hand Spun Undyed Natural Wool, Cut and Loop Pile, Hand Knotted, Oriental

Category

2010s Indian Modern 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 8'2 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 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 10'1
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 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

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 8'1 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 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 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 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 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

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

Doris Leslie Blau 19th Century Exuberant Vintage Spanish Rug
Doris Leslie Blau 19th Century Exuberant Vintage Spanish Rug

Doris Leslie Blau 19th Century Exuberant Vintage Spanish Rug

Located in New York, NY

, the rug exhibits a loop-pile texture characteristic of Spanish weaving traditions. This tactile

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Western European 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

'Wobble' 100% Tufted Wool Off-white Area Rug for Tom Dixon New in 2026, the 'Wobble' by Tom Dixon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 250x350cm
Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 250x350cm

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 250x350cm

By Nanimarquina

Located in Tilburg, NL

the textures of Earth. Hand-knotted with tight loops, Earth is a very cool, rustic rug. The terracotta

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 300x400cm
Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 300x400cm

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 300x400cm

By Nanimarquina

Located in Tilburg, NL

the textures of Earth. Hand-knotted with tight loops, Earth is a very cool, rustic rug. The terracotta

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 200x300cm
Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 200x300cm

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 200x300cm

By Nanimarquina

Located in Tilburg, NL

the textures of Earth. Hand-knotted with tight loops, Earth is a very cool, rustic rug. The terracotta

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 170x240cm
Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 170x240cm

Nanimarquina 'Earth' Rug in Hand Spun Jute in 'Terracotta' 170x240cm

By Nanimarquina

Located in Tilburg, NL

the textures of Earth. Hand-knotted with tight loops, Earth is a very cool, rustic rug. The terracotta

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage American Hooked Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage American Hooked Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage American Hooked Rug

Located in New York, NY

American hooked rugs. Handcrafted from wool with a looped pile, this rug embodies the utilitarian artistry

Category

Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

'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

, looped, melted border, this rug instantly elevates any space. Made from quality New Zealand wool with a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Oversize Handwoven  Aubusson Style Flat Weave Rug 14' x 20'
Oversize Handwoven  Aubusson Style Flat Weave Rug 14' x 20'

Oversize Handwoven Aubusson Style Flat Weave Rug 14' x 20'

Located in Secaucus, NJ

shades, similar to antique Aubusson rugs. Also available as a Needlepoint rug and as a cut and loop pile

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Luxury Savonnerie Wool Gold / Beige Area Rug
Luxury Savonnerie Wool Gold / Beige Area Rug

Luxury Savonnerie Wool Gold / Beige Area Rug

Located in Secaucus, NJ

amber tonal border. This hand made cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a loop weave invented by

Category

2010s Chinese Renaissance Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Luxury Savonnerie Wool Ivory / Ivory Area Rug
Luxury Savonnerie Wool Ivory / Ivory Area Rug

Luxury Savonnerie Wool Ivory / Ivory Area Rug

Located in Secaucus, NJ

, cypresses, wildflowers and goldenrod bushes. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a

Category

2010s Chinese Renaissance Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Luxury Savonnerie Wool Black / Black Area Rug
Luxury Savonnerie Wool Black / Black Area Rug

Luxury Savonnerie Wool Black / Black Area Rug

Located in Secaucus, NJ

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

Category

2010s Chinese Renaissance Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Cent Spring Yellow Natural Jute Rug by Deanna Comellini In Stock 180x250 cm
21st Cent Spring Yellow Natural Jute Rug by Deanna Comellini In Stock 180x250 cm

21st Cent Spring Yellow Natural Jute Rug by Deanna Comellini In Stock 180x250 cm

By Deanna Comellini

Located in Bologna, IT

"Loop Unito Mirò" is a contemporary sustainable rug realized in pure jute by G.T.DESIGN, Italian

Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

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

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

Located in Secaucus, NJ

original Asmara painting by Elizabeth Moisan. This handmade cut and loop pile rug was made by combining a

Category

2010s Indian Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Loop Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the loop rug you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A loop rug — often made from fabric, wool and silk — can elevate any home. Find 5 options for an antique or vintage loop rug now, or shop our selection of 38 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer loop rug, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A loop rug, designed in the Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Deanna Comellini and Edition Bougainville each produced at least one beautiful loop rug that is worth considering.

How Much is a Loop Rug?

A loop rug can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,933, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $27,800.

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.