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'Nobilis 3' Rug
'Nobilis 3' Rug

'Nobilis 3' Rug

$11,550

W 79 in L 118 in

'Nobilis 3' Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work of art. This rug has been hand knotted with the

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

'Nobilis 4' Rug
'Nobilis 4' Rug

'Nobilis 4' Rug

$11,550

W 79 in L 118 in

'Nobilis 4' Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

epitome of luxury and indulgence. It is a one-of-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

'Nobilis 7' Rug
'Nobilis 7' Rug

'Nobilis 7' Rug

$11,550

W 79 in L 118 in

'Nobilis 7' Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

epitome of luxury and indulgence. It is a one-of-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage French Modernist Rug
Vintage French Modernist Rug

Vintage French Modernist Rug

$7,000

W 54 in L 78 in

Vintage French Modernist Rug

Located in New York, NY

textile artwork or laid as a focal point in a refined interior, this rug is a rare and important example

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Isfehan Rug
Fine Isfehan Rug

Fine Isfehan Rug

$10,400

W 65 in L 87 in

Fine Isfehan Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

luxury and indulgence. It is a one-of-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work of art

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Tabriz Rug
New Tabriz Rug

New Tabriz Rug

$19,000

W 106 in L 140 in

New Tabriz Rug

Located in New York, NY

This rug resembles the rare and collectible antique Tabriz rugs that were produced in the 19th

Category

2010s Afghan Tabriz Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug with Squirrel Motifs - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug with Squirrel Motifs - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug with Squirrel Motifs - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Savonnerie rug is a rare 19th century masterpiece from Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection. On the Design

Category

Antique 1880s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug with Abstract Geometric Patterns  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rya Rug with Abstract Geometric Patterns  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug with Abstract Geometric Patterns Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare and collectible mid-century rugs of this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tibetan Tiger Rug
Tibetan Tiger Rug

Tibetan Tiger Rug

$11,227

W 31.11 in L 33.86 in

Tibetan Tiger Rug

Located in Ferrara, IT

An unusual Tibetan tiger rug This Tibetan rug is very rare, and it's in a very good condition! The

Category

Antique 1880s Tibetan Tibetan Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Tribal Style
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Tribal Style

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Tribal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

of Anatolian storytelling, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug is more than a rare

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Scandinavian Rya Rug with Beige-Brown Floral Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Antique Scandinavian Rya Rug with Beige-Brown Floral Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Antique Scandinavian Rya Rug with Beige-Brown Floral Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Scandinavian Rya Rug from Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Collection is a beautiful early example of the folk

Category

Vintage 1910s Finnish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tuleh, 'Gene' Rug
Tuleh, 'Gene' Rug

Tuleh, 'Gene' Rug

$13,500

W 72 in L 108 in

Tuleh, 'Gene' Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

luxury and indulgence. It is a one-of-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work of art

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Tuleh - 'Collage' Rug
Tuleh - 'Collage' Rug

Tuleh - 'Collage' Rug

$24,000

W 96 in L 120 in

Tuleh - 'Collage' Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

epitome of luxury and indulgence. It is a one-of-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Tuleh, 'Love' Rug
Tuleh, 'Love' Rug

Tuleh, 'Love' Rug

$14,250

W 60 in L 114 in

Tuleh, 'Love' Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

indulgence. It is a one-of-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work of art. This rug has been

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Tuleh, 'Japonaise' Rug
Tuleh, 'Japonaise' Rug

Tuleh, 'Japonaise' Rug

$18,700

W 94 in L 94 in

Tuleh, 'Japonaise' Rug

Located in Long Island, NY

epitome of luxury and indulgence. It is a one-of-a-kind rug and a rare piece. A truly remarkable work

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique Soumak Dragon Rug in Red with Colorful Geometric Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Antique Soumak Dragon Rug in Red with Colorful Geometric Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Antique Soumak Dragon Rug in Red with Colorful Geometric Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool circa 1850–1870, this 9x12 antique Soumak rug is a rare and collectible example

Category

Antique 1860s Azerbaijani Sumak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Hooked Rug in Cream with Floral Medallion  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Hooked Rug in Cream with Floral Medallion  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Hooked Rug in Cream with Floral Medallion Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handmade in wool and originating in China in circa 1940-50, this 9x12 rug is a rare and exciting

Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

is a rare and exciting new collectible among the most prize curations in Rug & Kilim’s European rug

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique French Aubusson Rug with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique French Aubusson Rug with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique French Aubusson Rug with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

rug in the Neoclassical style is a rare masterpiece from Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection. On

Category

Antique 1850s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique French Art Deco Rug Pair by Jean Burkhalter for Chareau - Rug & Kilim
Antique French Art Deco Rug Pair by Jean Burkhalter for Chareau - Rug & Kilim

Antique French Art Deco Rug Pair by Jean Burkhalter for Chareau - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Both deeply collectible and art historically important, these rugs exemplify the rare union of French

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Vintage Turkish Salt Bag. Decorative Handmade Wall Hanging in Red
Rare Vintage Turkish Salt Bag. Decorative Handmade Wall Hanging in Red

Rare Vintage Turkish Salt Bag. Decorative Handmade Wall Hanging in Red

Located in Spring Valley, NY

A vintage Turkish salt bag is a traditional textile item that was historically used to transport and store salt in Turkey. These bags are typically made from coarse, durable fabrics ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkmen Bokhara Ersari Rug from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Vintage Turkmen Bokhara Ersari Rug from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection

Vintage Turkmen Bokhara Ersari Rug from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Turkmen Bokhara Rug in Brown with Medallions. This 9'9 x 11'5 vintage rug is a rare

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkestan Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Rugs, Tapestry Flemish Wall Decoration Object, Decorative Rugs
Antique Rugs, Tapestry Flemish Wall Decoration Object, Decorative Rugs

Antique Rugs, Tapestry Flemish Wall Decoration Object, Decorative Rugs

Located in Wembley, GB

flat weave role. These groups of decorative area rugs are very rare luxury rugs for sale in any rug

Category

Antique 19th Century Belgian Aubusson Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Rare Long Antique Khotan Runner
Rare Long Antique Khotan Runner

Rare Long Antique Khotan Runner

$28,000

W 43 in L 401 in

Rare Long Antique Khotan Runner

Located in New York, NY

each field. Measures: 3'7" wide x 33'5" long Khotan rugs are typically found in a long and

Category

20th Century East Turkestani Anglo-Indian Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug with Modern Style
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug with Modern Style

Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug with Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

79247 Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug, 04'03 x 08'08. Woven beneath the mist-veiled peaks and vine

Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Floral Design Wool Long Rug - Early 20th Century
Antique Floral Design Wool Long Rug - Early 20th Century

Antique Floral Design Wool Long Rug - Early 20th Century

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

This rare early 20th century Antique rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition

Category

Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Floral and Geometric Design Wool Antique Rug - 19th Century
Floral and Geometric Design Wool Antique Rug - 19th Century

Floral and Geometric Design Wool Antique Rug - 19th Century

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

this rare 19th century Antique rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring

Category

Antique 19th Century Azerbaijani Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Geometric and Floral Design Wool Antique Rug - 19th Century
Geometric and Floral Design Wool Antique Rug - 19th Century

Geometric and Floral Design Wool Antique Rug - 19th Century

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

this rare 19th century Antique rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition

Category

Antique 19th Century Azerbaijani Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Mahal Style Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 17x27, 1920s
Antique Turkish Mahal Style Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 17x27, 1920s

Antique Turkish Mahal Style Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 17x27, 1920s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Extremely large highly sought after rare 1920s Antique Distressed rug with beautiful patina

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Sultanabad Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Repeating Geometric Devices
Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Repeating Geometric Devices

Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Repeating Geometric Devices

Located in Milan, IT

In this rare and unusual antique Kazak rug, the repeating hooked element in the field is related to

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Ushak Rug - Late 19th Century
Antique Ushak Rug - Late 19th Century

Antique Ushak Rug - Late 19th Century

$30,000

W 157.49 in L 194.89 in

Antique Ushak Rug - Late 19th Century

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

This rare late 19th century Ushak rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare & Narrow Antique Turkish Oushak Runner, Light Blue Allover Floral Field
Rare & Narrow Antique Turkish Oushak Runner, Light Blue Allover Floral Field

Rare & Narrow Antique Turkish Oushak Runner, Light Blue Allover Floral Field

Located in New York, NY

This ultra-petite Oushak runner fits anywhere and the light blue-grey field with three columns of palmettes is suitably discreet. Beige border with floating rosettes. Very unique!.

Category

Vintage 1930s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

intage European Rug in Polychromatic Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
intage European Rug in Polychromatic Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

intage European Rug in Polychromatic Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand Tufted wool, circa 1950-1960, this 9x12 rare vintage European rug is a collectible piece

Category

Vintage 1950s German Kilim Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

NASIRI Carpets Traditional - Hand-Knotted Khatem Rug
NASIRI Carpets Traditional - Hand-Knotted Khatem Rug

NASIRI Carpets Traditional - Hand-Knotted Khatem Rug

By Nasiri

Located in New York, NY

This rug resembles the rare and collectible antique Serab rugs that were produced in the 19th

Category

2010s Afghan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Arraiolos Needlepoint Square Rug in Beige with Florals - Rug & Kilim
Antique Arraiolos Needlepoint Square Rug in Beige with Florals - Rug & Kilim

Antique Arraiolos Needlepoint Square Rug in Beige with Florals - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

weaving tradition, among the latest additions to Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection—a rare square rug

Category

Antique Early 1900s Portuguese Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Oversize Square Oushak Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Oversize Square Oushak Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Oversize Square Oushak Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Oversize rare square Oushak rug. Antique white field, soft green border. 18'3'' x 18'4

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Dutch Art Deco Rug, Rich Red with Floral Damask - Rug & Kilim
Antique Dutch Art Deco Rug, Rich Red with Floral Damask - Rug & Kilim

Antique Dutch Art Deco Rug, Rich Red with Floral Damask - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

antique Art Deco rug is one of a rare handful of Deventer rugs—named for the celebrated city of historic

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Afghan Runner , with Light Brown Field
Rare Antique Afghan Runner , with Light Brown Field

Rare Antique Afghan Runner , with Light Brown Field

Located in New York, NY

, moderate/coarse weave, good condition. Rug Size 2'10x10'7

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1950s Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Wool Rug
1950s Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Wool Rug

1950s Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Wool Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

Bergama boldness cast its spell upon your home. This vintage Turkish Oushak rug is a rare gem from the

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late of 19th Century Cloud-Band Kazak Rug
Late of 19th Century Cloud-Band Kazak Rug

Late of 19th Century Cloud-Band Kazak Rug

$10,900

W 62.21 in L 88.59 in

Late of 19th Century Cloud-Band Kazak Rug

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

This rare antique rug, born from the rich Anatolian weaving tradition of the late 19th century, is

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique English Needlepoint Square Rug with Floral Pattern, from Rug & Kilim
Antique English Needlepoint Square Rug with Floral Pattern, from Rug & Kilim

Antique English Needlepoint Square Rug with Floral Pattern, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven wool, circa 1900-1920, this 13x13 rare antique English Needlepoint square rug features an

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Kilim Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug, Floral Medallion over Cream Tones - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug, Floral Medallion over Cream Tones - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug, Floral Medallion over Cream Tones - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 14x23 antique Aubusson rug in the and is a rare oversized curation from Rug & Kilim’s European

Category

Vintage 1920s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Tribal Flat-Weave Gallery Size in Blue and Red
Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Tribal Flat-Weave Gallery Size in Blue and Red

Rare Antique Caucasian Avar Tribal Flat-Weave Gallery Size in Blue and Red

Located in Atlanta, GA

Amazing and rare antique Caucasian Avar tribal flat-weave Gallery size in blue and red, tribal

Category

Antique Early 1900s Caucasian Kilim Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Red with Geometric Patterns  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Red with Geometric Patterns  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Red with Geometric Patterns Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare and collectible mid-century rugs of this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Rug In Green-Brown with Geometric Pattern  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rug In Green-Brown with Geometric Pattern  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rug In Green-Brown with Geometric Pattern Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare and collectible mid-century rugs of this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Green with Geometric Pattern  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Green with Geometric Pattern  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Green with Geometric Pattern Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare and collectible mid-century rugs of this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Blue with Geometric Pattern  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Blue with Geometric Pattern  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug In Blue with Geometric Pattern Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare and collectible mid-century rugs of this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Rug In Green and Black with Medallion  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rug In Green and Black with Medallion  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rug In Green and Black with Medallion Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare and collectible mid-century rugs of this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Rug In Red with Abstract Geometric Patterns  Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rug In Red with Abstract Geometric Patterns  Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rug In Red with Abstract Geometric Patterns Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare and collectible mid-century rugs of this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Burgundy with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Burgundy with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Burgundy with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Art Deco Rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of Chinoiserie classics

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Paisley Design, 1920
Antique Persian Mahal Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Paisley Design, 1920

Antique Persian Mahal Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Paisley Design, 1920

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Discover the charm and sophistication of this antique Persian Mahal rug, a rare hand-knotted

Category

Vintage 1920s Turkish Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oversized Antique Arraiolos Needlepoint Rug in Beige, Gold Seteais – Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique Arraiolos Needlepoint Rug in Beige, Gold Seteais – Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique Arraiolos Needlepoint Rug in Beige, Gold Seteais – Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

weaving tradition, among the latest additions to Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection—a rare oversized

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique French Savonnerie Rug in Cream with Floral Patterns  Rug & Kilim
Antique French Savonnerie Rug in Cream with Floral Patterns  Rug & Kilim

Antique French Savonnerie Rug in Cream with Floral Patterns Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Neoclassical style is a rare masterpiece from Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection. On the Design Admirers

Category

Antique 1890s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1950s Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Wool Rug
1950s Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Wool Rug

1950s Vintage Red Turkish Oushak Wool Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

enchant your abode. This rug represents a rare find from the esteemed craftsmanship of the 1950s Oushak

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

19th Century Antique Persian Malayer Gallery Rug, Wool, Navy Blue
19th Century Antique Persian Malayer Gallery Rug, Wool, Navy Blue

19th Century Antique Persian Malayer Gallery Rug, Wool, Navy Blue

Located in Barrington, IL

symbolizing growth and continuity.   One of the most striking features of this rug is its rare saffron-colored

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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Rare Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the rare rug you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, every rare rug was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a rare rug, we have 465 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect rare rug — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right rare rug, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. Antonín Kybal, Ingegerd Silow and Jacques Borker each produced at least one beautiful rare rug that is worth considering.

How Much is a Rare Rug?

Prices for a rare rug start at $450 and top out at $320,000 with the average selling for $7,085.

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.