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Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical illusion Rug, Charcoal and Taupe Geometric
Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical illusion Rug, Charcoal and Taupe Geometric

Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical illusion Rug, Charcoal and Taupe Geometric

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This magnificent 8x10 modern rug by Rug & Kilim is a breathtaking three-dimensional optical illusion. Hand-knotted in low-pile wool, its design features interlocking geometric pl...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical illusion Rug, Deep Charcoal Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical illusion Rug, Deep Charcoal Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical illusion Rug, Deep Charcoal Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This magnificent 8x10 modern rug by Rug & Kilim rug is a breathtaking three-dimensional optical illusion. Hand-knotted in low-pile wool, its design features interlocking geometri...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical Illusion Rug, Canyon Gold Geometric Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical Illusion Rug, Canyon Gold Geometric Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Bold Modern Optical Illusion Rug, Canyon Gold Geometric Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This magnificent 8x10 modern rug by Rug & Kilim is a breathtaking three-dimensional optical illusion. Hand-knotted in low-pile wool, its design features interlocking geometric planes...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Carpet Rug Illusion in Himalayan Wool and Silk Black, Gray, White
21st Century Carpet Rug Illusion in Himalayan Wool and Silk Black, Gray, White

21st Century Carpet Rug Illusion in Himalayan Wool and Silk Black, Gray, White

By Illulian

Located in Milan, IT

The Illusion rug is an intricate combination of triangles of different colors placed in such a way as to create an optical effect with a strong visual impact.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Moroccan Beni Mrirt Rug – Optical Illusion Linear Design in Wool, 8'x11'
Modern Moroccan Beni Mrirt Rug – Optical Illusion Linear Design in Wool, 8'x11'

Modern Moroccan Beni Mrirt Rug – Optical Illusion Linear Design in Wool, 8'x11'

Located in New York, NY

Add bold geometry and handcrafted luxury to your space with this Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, featuring a dramatic optical illusion-style linear pattern. Hand-knotted in the Atlas Mounta...

Category

2010s Moroccan Organic Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rooms Rug by Serena Confalonieri
Rooms Rug by Serena Confalonieri

Rooms Rug by Serena Confalonieri

By Carpet Edition

Located in Milan, IT

In a striking interplay of colors, geometric forms create a three-dimensional optical illusion on the surface of this splendid rug designed by Serena Confalonieri. This elegant piece...

Category

2010s Italian Western European Rugs

Materials

Textile

Hypnotic Multicolor Silk Circular Small Runner Area Rug "Vibra" By Joseph Carini
Hypnotic Multicolor Silk Circular Small Runner Area Rug "Vibra" By Joseph Carini

Hypnotic Multicolor Silk Circular Small Runner Area Rug "Vibra" By Joseph Carini

By Carini Carpets

Located in New York, NY

The design was created knowing the human mind will blend these colors much the same way an old CRT television would blend RGB hues to create a spectrum of color. An optical illusion,...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This hand-knotted wool 8x10 rug represents a bold new line of Rug & Kilim’s Modern Collection—a series of contemporary rugs by one of the most talented ateliers and designers in ...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s “Sky and Water II” M.C. Escher-Style Tapestry with Pictorials
Rug & Kilim’s “Sky and Water II” M.C. Escher-Style Tapestry with Pictorials

Rug & Kilim’s “Sky and Water II” M.C. Escher-Style Tapestry with Pictorials

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool and originating from a contemporary atelier, this 4x6 tapestry depicting “Sky and Water II” by M.C. Escher is an iconic new addition to the Rug & Kilim Modern C...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Rug With Geometric Patterns “Zarmix”

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This hand-knotted wool 8x10 rug represents a bold new line of Rug & Kilim’s Modern Collection—a series of contemporary rugs by one of the most talented ateliers and designers in the ...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Navajo Rug Rare Trellis Rug Optical Antique Handwoven Tapestry
Antique Navajo Rug Rare Trellis Rug Optical Antique Handwoven Tapestry

Antique Navajo Rug Rare Trellis Rug Optical Antique Handwoven Tapestry

Located in New York, NY

Magnificent Navajo rug with a super rare geometric optical illusion, showcasing bold visual depth and traditional craftsmanship, dating to circa 1940. Navajo rugs made from the Cryst...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Contemporary Floral Rug Pair, in Bright Red & Pink Hues
Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Contemporary Floral Rug Pair, in Bright Red & Pink Hues

Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Contemporary Floral Rug Pair, in Bright Red & Pink Hues

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in premium wool, these 5x7 contemporary rugs join Rug & Kilim’s Modern collection as a beautiful pair. It brings an exotic, high-concept twist to classic floral icon...

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s “Sky and Water II” M.C. Escher-Style Tapestry with Pictorials
Rug & Kilim’s “Sky and Water II” M.C. Escher-Style Tapestry with Pictorials

Rug & Kilim’s “Sky and Water II” M.C. Escher-Style Tapestry with Pictorials

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool and originating from a contemporary atelier, this 4x6 tapestry depicting “Sky and Water II” by M.C. Escher is an iconic new addition to the Rug & Kilim Modern Class...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Carpet Rug Convex in Himalayan Wool and Silk White, Black
21st Century Carpet Rug Convex in Himalayan Wool and Silk White, Black

21st Century Carpet Rug Convex in Himalayan Wool and Silk White, Black

By Illulian

Located in Milan, IT

Convex ver. B is an optical rug that by playing with shapes overcomes the flat surface typical of rugs and creates a depth illusion.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Illusion Wool Rug in Monochrome by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design
Illusion Wool Rug in Monochrome by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

Illusion Wool Rug in Monochrome by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

By Layered

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Illusion rug is a part of LAYERED's 10th anniversary collection, Ten Years Unfolded. Celebrating a decade of bold design and innovation, this collection reflects LAYERED’s commit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Modern Black and White Geometric Wool Blend Rug 8'3''x9'11''
Modern Black and White Geometric Wool Blend Rug 8'3''x9'11''

Modern Black and White Geometric Wool Blend Rug 8'3''x9'11''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

This striking hand-knotted rug from features a bold black-and-white geometric design that creates a captivating optical effect. The intricate pattern, composed of dynamic, overlappin...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Deco Geometric Blue and Grey Wool Blend Rug 9'2''x12'
Deco Geometric Blue and Grey Wool Blend Rug 9'2''x12'

Deco Geometric Blue and Grey Wool Blend Rug 9'2''x12'

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

Elevate your space with this contemporary geometric wool and bamboo rug, with exceptional artistry and precision. Featuring a modern architectural pattern in blue, ivory, and taupe t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Bamboo

Multi-Colored Vintage Midcentury Zeki Muren Style Wool Rug  5'11''x9'3''
Multi-Colored Vintage Midcentury Zeki Muren Style Wool Rug  5'11''x9'3''

Multi-Colored Vintage Midcentury Zeki Muren Style Wool Rug 5'11''x9'3''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

This hand-knotted wool rug is a brilliant fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern visual impact. Featuring a mesmerizing checkerboard grid in multicolored tones—ranging from i...

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beige, Ivory and Brown Deco Wave Patterned Wool Rug 10'3''x14'
Beige, Ivory and Brown Deco Wave Patterned Wool Rug 10'3''x14'

Beige, Ivory and Brown Deco Wave Patterned Wool Rug 10'3''x14'

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

Transform your space with the mesmerizing design of this hand-knotted wool rug, featuring an optical illusion wave pattern. The dynamic, undulating lines in warm beige, ivory, and br...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Illusion Wool Rug in Mulberry Sky by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design
Illusion Wool Rug in Mulberry Sky by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

Illusion Wool Rug in Mulberry Sky by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

By Layered

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Illusion rug is a part of LAYERED's 10th anniversary collection, Ten Years Unfolded. Celebrating a decade of bold design and innovation, this collection reflects LAYERED’s commit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Illusion Wool Rug in Blue Sandstone by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design
Illusion Wool Rug in Blue Sandstone by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

Illusion Wool Rug in Blue Sandstone by Layered, Hand-Tufted Modern Design

By Layered

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Illusion rug is a part of LAYERED's 10th anniversary collection, Ten Years Unfolded. Celebrating a decade of bold design and innovation, this collection reflects LAYERED’s commit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 9x12 contemporary rug is a new addition to the Art Deco rug collection by Rug & Kilim. Hand-knotted in a luxurious blend of wool and silk, its design is inspired by cubism and s...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

The Prism Illusion: A Vintage Dhurrie Masterpiece of Modern Opulent Geometry
The Prism Illusion: A Vintage Dhurrie Masterpiece of Modern Opulent Geometry

The Prism Illusion: A Vintage Dhurrie Masterpiece of Modern Opulent Geometry

Located in Dallas, TX

79607 Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug, 06'00 x 09'00. The Prism Illusion: A Vintage Dhurrie Masterpiece of Modern Opulent Geometry. This handwoven cotton vintage Dhurrie is a study in cul...

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Post-Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Exemplifying Cubist & Austrian Deco sensibilities, this 8x9 drawing from Rug & Kilim’s New & Modern collection employs geometry at its finest with a detailed fret pattern...

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

The Chromatic Illusion: A Vintage Indian Dhurrie Masterpiece of Bauhaus Energy
The Chromatic Illusion: A Vintage Indian Dhurrie Masterpiece of Bauhaus Energy

The Chromatic Illusion: A Vintage Indian Dhurrie Masterpiece of Bauhaus Energy

Located in Dallas, TX

79593 Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug, 05'11 x 08'11. The Chromatic Illusion: A Vintage Indian Dhurrie Masterpiece of Bauhaus Energy. There is an undeniable magnetism to this handwoven co...

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Bauhaus Indian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 6x9 contemporary rug is a new addition to the Art Deco rug collection by Rug & Kilim. Hand-knotted in a luxurious blend of wool and silk, its design is inspired by cubism and si...

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 9x12 modern art deco rug is in one of our most luxurious modern constructions adapting 1920s cubist sensibilities On the Design: Connoisseurs ...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 10x14 modern art deco rug is in one of our most luxurious modern constructions adapting 1920s cubist sensibilities On the Design: Connoisseurs...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 9x12 contemporary rug is a new addition to the Art Deco rug collection by Rug & Kilim. Hand-knotted in a luxurious blend of wool and silk, its design is inspired by cubism and s...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Cubist Art Deco Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 6x9 contemporary rug is a new addition to the Art Deco rug collection by Rug & Kilim. Hand-knotted in a luxurious blend of wool and silk, its design is inspired by cubism and si...

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Exemplifying Cubist & Austrian Deco sensibilities, this 8x9 drawing from Rug & Kilim’s New & Modern collection employs geometry at its finest with a detailed fret pattern...

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 9x12 modern art deco rug is in one of our most luxurious modern constructions adapting 1920s cubist sensibilities On the Design: Connoisseurs ...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug with Cubist Geometric Patterns in Cream White

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 10x14 modern art deco rug is in one of our most luxurious modern constructions adapting 1920s cubist sensibilities On the Design: Connoisseurs...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern
Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Modern Rug in Brown, White Art Deco Pattern

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Exemplifying Cubist & Austrian Deco sensibilities, this 8x9 drawing from Rug & Kilim’s New & Modern collection employs geometry at its finest with a detailed fret pattern...

Category

2010s Nepalese Art Deco Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Unique Large Geometric Designed Wool Rug 13'4''x19'3''
Unique Large Geometric Designed Wool Rug 13'4''x19'3''

Unique Large Geometric Designed Wool Rug 13'4''x19'3''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

Elevate your interior with this stunning hand-knotted wool rug from Afghanistan, featuring a striking black-and-white geometric design. This bold piece boasts an intricate optical il...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Abstract Organic Modern Colorful Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost by Joseph Carini
Abstract Organic Modern Colorful Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost by Joseph Carini

Abstract Organic Modern Colorful Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost by Joseph Carini

By Joseph Carini, Carini Carpets

Located in New York, NY

Shown here in 10 x 14 size with light blue, purple, orange, green and yellow. This rug is a bit of an optical illusion, as the colors really blend together from afar, emitting a glow.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

1960s Vintage Art Deco Rug in Black and Orange Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim
1960s Vintage Art Deco Rug in Black and Orange Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim

1960s Vintage Art Deco Rug in Black and Orange Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, a scintillating vintage 4x8 Art Deco rug from Rug & Kilim’s growing Mid-Century Pasha collection—featuring notable works of the iconic Turkish designer Zeki Mur...

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection
Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection

Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection

$4,000Sale Price|41% Off

Mehraban Masitawek, Elan Collection

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Masitawek is a bamboo silk rug that features an optical illusion of a rectilinear pattern. A contemporary and minimalist interior is a match for your modern room spaces. A centerpiec...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk, Bamboo

1960s Vintage Deco Rug in Beige-Brown and Red Geometric Patterns, by Rug & Kilim
1960s Vintage Deco Rug in Beige-Brown and Red Geometric Patterns, by Rug & Kilim

1960s Vintage Deco Rug in Beige-Brown and Red Geometric Patterns, by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool from Turkey circa 1960-1970, a vintage 4x6 distressed runner from an innovative Turkish atelier. Among the discerning curations joining Rug & Kilim’s commemorati...

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art . It is a part of the Design Rhymes Collection which pulls inspiration from differe...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art . It is a part of the Design Rhymes Collection which pulls inspiration from differe...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art . It is a part of the Design Rhymes Collection which pulls inspiration from differe...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art . It is a part of the Design Rhymes Collection which pulls inspiration from differe...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes
Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

Mehraban Fugue, Design Rhymes

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Fugue’ features a neutral optical illusion of stacked papers turning into one cohesive work of art . It is a part of the Design Rhymes Collection which pulls inspiration from differe...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Morrocan Charcoal Diamond Lattice Wool Rug 10'5''x13'6''
Modern Morrocan Charcoal Diamond Lattice Wool Rug 10'5''x13'6''

Modern Morrocan Charcoal Diamond Lattice Wool Rug 10'5''x13'6''

By Amara Rugs

Located in Torrance, CA

This exquisite hand-knotted wool rug features a striking minimalist diamond lattice pattern rendered in contrasting charcoal, gray, and white tones. Handcrafted by skilled artisans, ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North Afric...

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Rug with Multicolor Bold Geometric Lattice - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Turkish Rug with Multicolor Bold Geometric Lattice - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Turkish Rug with Multicolor Bold Geometric Lattice - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This vintage 6x10 Turkish rug is a remarkable hand-knotted wool weaving dating to circa 1950–1960. The piece features an allover geometric lattice in crimson, saffron, blush, sage, i...

Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Dandelion hand-tufted rug in NZ wool and bamboo silk by Stefania Ruggiero
Dandelion hand-tufted rug in NZ wool and bamboo silk by Stefania Ruggiero

Dandelion hand-tufted rug in NZ wool and bamboo silk by Stefania Ruggiero

By Stefania Ruggiero

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This hand-tufted carpet plays with the technique and the optical illusion of a puffy decoration emerging from the background. Fluid forms and a mix of cool and warm colors add depth ...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

New Contemporary Moroccan Style Souf Rug with Raised Design and Modern Style
New Contemporary Moroccan Style Souf Rug with Raised Design and Modern Style

New Contemporary Moroccan Style Souf Rug with Raised Design and Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

30561, new contemporary Moroccan style Souf rug with raised design and modern style. Displaying well-balanced symmetry and a bold geometric design, this hand knotted wool new contemp...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920s Colorful Tumbling Block Antique American Hooked Rug 2'10" x 4'10" Carpet
1920s Colorful Tumbling Block Antique American Hooked Rug 2'10" x 4'10" Carpet

1920s Colorful Tumbling Block Antique American Hooked Rug 2'10" x 4'10" Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique American Hooked rug, size: 2'10" x 4'10". This 1920s American hooked rug features a classic folk-art design known as the "Tumbling Blocks" or "Baby Blocks" pattern. This hig...

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rosary Pea Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Rosary Pea Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Rosary Pea Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Rosary pea handtufted carpet by Laroque Studio Dimensions: 118 x 110 cm Materials: bamboo silk Quality: 500.000 dots It would be nearly impossible to name just one idea that in...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Doll's Eyes Handknotted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Doll's Eyes Handknotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Doll's Eyes Handknotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Doll's eyes handknotted carpet by Laroque Studio Dimensions: 100x80 cm Materials: Acrylic Quality: 500.000 dots It would be nearly impossible to name just one idea that inspire...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Machineel hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Machineel hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Machineel hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Machineel handknotted carpet by Laroque Studio Dimensions: 130x130 cm Materials: wool / acrylic Quality: 500.000 dots It would be nearly impossible to name just one idea that i...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Belladonna hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Belladonna hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Belladonna hand knotted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Belladonna hand knotted carpet by Laroque Studio Dimensions: 130x105 cm Materials: wool Quality: 500.000 dots It would be nearly impossible to name just one idea that inspired ...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Cloud Piece Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio
Cloud Piece Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Cloud Piece Handtufted Carpet by Laroque Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Cloud piece handtufted carpet by Laroque Studio Dimensions: 100 x 100 cm Materials: Wool / acrylic Quality: 500.000 dots It would be nearly impossible to name just one idea tha...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

1920s Multi Square Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug 3'6" x 7'0" Woven Carpet
1920s Multi Square Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug 3'6" x 7'0" Woven Carpet

1920s Multi Square Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug 3'6" x 7'0" Woven Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique American hooked rug. Size: 3'6" x 7'0". Hooked American Antique Wool Small Scatter Size 1920s Rug, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional ...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960s Vintage Distressed Rug in Red, Blue, Beige Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
1960s Vintage Distressed Rug in Red, Blue, Beige Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim

1960s Vintage Distressed Rug in Red, Blue, Beige Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool from Turkey circa 1950-1960, a 4x6 vintage rug from a bold Turkish designer commemorated in Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Pasha Collection. The regal, uncommonly tra...

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Vintage 1950s Turkish Art Nouveau Turkish Rugs

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Wool

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Opticals Rug
Opticals Rug

Opticals Rug

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W 45.28 in L 70.87 in

Opticals Rug

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Opticals explore the visual potential of the very basic weaving technique of creating vertical lines. Manipulation of this technique yields to a play with vertical lines as the only ...

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2010s Turkish Scandinavian Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool

abc carpet Black & White Zameen Transitional Wool Rug - 6'3" x 9'1"
abc carpet Black & White Zameen Transitional Wool Rug - 6'3" x 9'1"

abc carpet Black & White Zameen Transitional Wool Rug - 6'3" x 9'1"

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by the grounding foundations of Earth's natural colors and pure materials, this Zameen Black and White Modern Wool Rug - 6'3" x 9'1" features a unique design that provides y...

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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

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W 68 in L 95 in

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Located in Naples, FL

This is one spectacular Kilim with a modern design yet so elegant with its deep brown and beige color palette, created using natural un-dyed wool mixed with goat hair wherever dark b...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Unavailable

W 102 in L 192 in

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Located in Naples, FL

This is one spectacular Kilim with a modern design yet so elegant with its deep brown and beige color palette, created using natural un-dyed wool mixed with goat hair wherever dark b...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

"Maschera" Handwoven Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir.
"Maschera" Handwoven Silk rug designed by Dena Lawrence and woven in Kashmir.

"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...

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2010s Indian Expressionist Western European Rugs

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Silk

Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner "Flat-Weave"
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner "Flat-Weave"

Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner "Flat-Weave"

Located in Naples, FL

This large vintage Kilim from Anatolia in a dark brown creates an optical illusion with a degrading of color along the entire piece. The Minimalist effect would work beautifully in a...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White
Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

OPTICALS taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual potential of the very basic weaving technique of creating vertical lines. Inspire...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock
Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

Opticals Area Rug Object Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

OPTICALS taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual potential of the very basic weaving technique of creating vertical lines. Inspir...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Opticals Area Rug Intersection Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock
Opticals Area Rug Intersection Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

Opticals Area Rug Intersection Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

Opticals taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual potential of the very basic weaving technique of creating vertical lines. Inspir...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Abstract Organic Modern Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost Twilight by Joseph Carini
Abstract Organic Modern Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost Twilight by Joseph Carini

Abstract Organic Modern Luxury Silk Area Rug Dreampost Twilight by Joseph Carini

By Joseph Carini, Carini Carpets

Located in New York, NY

Shown here in 12 x 16 size with a moody combination of a dark slate blue grey, a vibrant blue and a raspberry red. This rug is a bit of an optical illusion, as the colors really blen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Modern Textured High-Low Rug, Sublime Simplicity Meets Tantalizing Texture
Modern Textured High-Low Rug, Sublime Simplicity Meets Tantalizing Texture

Modern Textured High-Low Rug, Sublime Simplicity Meets Tantalizing Texture

Located in Dallas, TX

30817 Neutral High-Low Modern Area Rug, 09'00 x 12'01. Sublime simplicity meets tantalizing texture in this neutral high-low modern rug. The raised design and neutral colors woven in...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Indian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Area Rug with Herringbone Pattern and Coastal Living Style
Vintage Afghan Kilim Area Rug with Herringbone Pattern and Coastal Living Style

Vintage Afghan Kilim Area Rug with Herringbone Pattern and Coastal Living Style

Located in Dallas, TX

80095, vintage Afghan Kilim area rug with Herringbone pattern and coastal living style. This handwoven wool vintage Kilim area rug features a Classic Herringbone pattern and coastal ...

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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, Wabi-Sabi Charm Meets Rustic Elegance
Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, Wabi-Sabi Charm Meets Rustic Elegance

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, Wabi-Sabi Charm Meets Rustic Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

60801 Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug, 08'04 x 10'07. Infusing a nuanced touch of Wabi-Sabi allure into classic sophistication, this handwoven wool vintage Turkish striped kilim ru...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage American Hooked Rug
Vintage American Hooked Rug

Vintage American Hooked Rug

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W 116 in L 156 in

Vintage American Hooked Rug

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Hooked Rug, America, Mid 20th Century -- Charming and surreal, the pattern of this artful and nearly painterly hooked carpet inspires imagination and delight.

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Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

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Wool

Antique Hooked American Rug

Antique Hooked American Rug

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W 52 in L 69 in

Antique Hooked American Rug

Located in New York, NY

This dramatic antique American hooked rug showcases a strong geometric composition with crisp tiles that create a bold repeating pattern. The expertly decorated field incorporates a ...

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Antique 19th Century American North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage French Art Deco Rug. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft 4 in
Nazmiyal Collection Vintage French Art Deco Rug. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft 4 in

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage French Art Deco Rug. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft 4 in

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully designed room size vintage flat-woven French Art Deco rug, country of origin rug type: Vintage French rugs, date circa mid-20th century. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft 4 in (2.44 m...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Konya
Vintage Konya

Vintage Konya

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W 33 in L 72 in

Vintage Konya

Located in New York, NY

An optical illusion mid century Turkish rug that can make you go dizzy!

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Vintage 1950s Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Antique Mongolian Oriental Rug. Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 1 in (1.35 m x 2.46 m)
Antique Mongolian Oriental Rug. Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 1 in (1.35 m x 2.46 m)

Antique Mongolian Oriental Rug. Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 1 in (1.35 m x 2.46 m)

Located in New York, NY

Antique Mongolian rug, China, circa 1900. Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 1 in (1.35 m x 2.46 m) Here is an incredible antique Oriental rug, A Chinese piece that was originally handmade so...

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Early 20th Century Mongolian Chinese Export Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Mehraban Natural Dye Moroccan Style Denali Argyle
Mehraban Natural Dye Moroccan Style Denali Argyle

Mehraban Natural Dye Moroccan Style Denali Argyle

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Argyle is a hand-spun wool shag that features a transitional design's opacity from dusty blue to sky bluepattern. An optical illusion manifests the creativity of this masterpiece. Pe...

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2010s Indian Indian Rugs

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Wool

Native American Antique Eye Dazzler Navajo Rug
Native American Antique Eye Dazzler Navajo Rug

Native American Antique Eye Dazzler Navajo Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

77803 Antique Navajo Eye Dazzler Rug, 04'06 x 06'04. Eye Dazzler Navajo rugs, crafted by the indigenous Navajo people of the Southwestern United States, are renowned for their intric...

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Early 20th Century Colombian Navajo North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Opticals Area Rug Stream Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock
Opticals Area Rug Stream Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

Opticals Area Rug Stream Handwoven Wool in Black and White in Stock

By Begüm Cana Özgür

Located in Istanbul, TR

Opticals taps into the visual phenomenon of optical illusions. The collection explores the visual potential of the very basic weaving technique of creating vertical lines. Inspired...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1890s Brown Geometric Antique American Hooked Rug 8'8"x8'10" Hooked Wool Carpet
1890s Brown Geometric Antique American Hooked Rug 8'8"x8'10" Hooked Wool Carpet

1890s Brown Geometric Antique American Hooked Rug 8'8"x8'10" Hooked Wool Carpet

Located in New York, NY

19th Century American Hooked Rug ( 8'8" x 8'10" - 264 x 269 )3 Antique American Hooked Rug American Allover Geometric Hooked, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs, Circa Date: 1890s...

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Antique 1890s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

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Wool

'Maroc' Carpet by Verner Panton

'Maroc' Carpet by Verner Panton

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W 99.22 in L 132.68 in

'Maroc' Carpet by Verner Panton

By Verner Panton

Located in Milan, IT

The optical illusion created by simply displacing a centralized motif from its usual position is a strong statement about our perspectives of design, inviting us to explore beyond ou...

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Vintage 1970s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Vintage Scandinavian Round Verner Panton Black and White Polka Dot Rug
Vintage Scandinavian Round Verner Panton Black and White Polka Dot Rug

Vintage Scandinavian Round Verner Panton Black and White Polka Dot Rug

By Verner Panton

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful and highly artistic vintage Scandinavian round Verner Panton black and white polka dot rug, country of origin / rug type: Scandinavia rug, date: circa mid-20th century. Thi...

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavia...

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Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style
Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco Style

By Zeki Müren

Located in Dallas, TX

51007, distressed vintage Turkish Sivas rug with Modern Industrial Art Deco style. This hand knotted wool distressed vintage Turkish Sivas rug features an all-over checkered grid pat...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Herringbone Kilim Rug with Southern Living Coastal Style
Vintage Afghan Herringbone Kilim Rug with Southern Living Coastal Style

Vintage Afghan Herringbone Kilim Rug with Southern Living Coastal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

80097 Vintage Afghan Herringbone Kilim Rug with Southern Living Coastal Style. This handwoven wool vintage kilim area rug features a classic Herringbone pattern and coastal style in ...

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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Tibetan Knotted and Sumac Flat-Woven Studio 54 Carpet in gray, orange and brown
Tibetan Knotted and Sumac Flat-Woven Studio 54 Carpet in gray, orange and brown

Tibetan Knotted and Sumac Flat-Woven Studio 54 Carpet in gray, orange and brown

By Jan Kath

Located in New York, NY

Handmade using the best materials and techniques to create optical illusions and dimensional effects.

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2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug
Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug

Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug

Located in Key West, FL

Large Pale Blue and Neutral Contemporary Gabbeh Persian Wool Rug. This optical illusion of a Gabbeh presents a geometric composition of cloud blue on un-dyed light oatmeal neutral. O...

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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 'Flat-Weave'

Located in Naples, FL

This is one spectacular Kilim with a modern design yet so elegant with its deep brown and beige color palette, created using natural un-dyed wool mixed with goat hair wherever dark b...

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Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

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Optical Illusion Rugs And Carpets For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of optical illusion rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique optical illusion rugs and carpets was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. Find 13 antique and vintage optical illusion rugs and carpets at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 60 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Optical illusion rugs and carpets have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Optical illusion rugs and carpets are generally popular furniture pieces, but modern, Art Deco and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many optical illusion rugs and carpets are appealing in their simplicity, but Moooi, Illulian and Mehraban Rugs produced popular optical illusion rugs and carpets that are worth a look.

How Much are Optical Illusion Rugs And Carpets?

Prices for optical illusion rugs and carpets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, optical illusion rugs and carpets begin at $718 and can go as high as $68,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,728.

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.