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1920s Antique Needlepoint Runner
1920s Antique Needlepoint Runner

1920s Antique Needlepoint Runner

Located in Los Angeles, US

The technique for creating needlepoint rugs and other objects made from needlepoint has remained unchanged since its beginnings in the 17th century. It all begins with a canvas with ...

Category

Vintage 1920s Other Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920s Antique Needlepoint Runner
1920s Antique Needlepoint Runner

1920s Antique Needlepoint Runner

Located in Los Angeles, US

Needlepoint rugs were created using the traditional needlework weaving technique that is used to make everyday items from furniture to carpets and artwork. However, it has a fascinat...

Category

Vintage 1920s Other Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug runner made in

Category

Vintage 1970s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection 19th century Kirman Runner
Zabihi Collection 19th century Kirman Runner

Zabihi Collection 19th century Kirman Runner

Located in New York, NY

An elegant antique Indo Persian Kirman (Kerman) runner with predominant khaki brown and celadon

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Tabriz Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug runner made in Turkey circa

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian Gharabagh Runner
Antique Caucasian Gharabagh Runner

Antique Caucasian Gharabagh Runner

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Rug Number 29679 Size 3' 9" X 13' 7" Design Gharabagh Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Russia Age Antique/Vintage

Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

$4,700

W 64 in L 173 in

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Rug Number 25276 Size 5' 4" X 14' 5" Design Anatolian Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Turkey Age Antique/Vintage

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

$3,450

W 52 in L 136 in

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Rug Number 19763 Size 4' 4" X 11' 4" Design Anatolian Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Turkey Age Antique/Vintage

Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Jaipur Agra Design Runner
Jaipur Agra Design Runner

Jaipur Agra Design Runner

$3,250

W 49 in L 146 in

Jaipur Agra Design Runner

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

A gloriously dramatic Indo Jaipur Agra rug features hand-spun wool made from vegetable dye. An elegant pattern is meticulously woven with a bronze tone. Known for their unique palett...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Natural Dye Ottoman Runner
Natural Dye Ottoman Runner

Natural Dye Ottoman Runner

$4,600

W 49 in L 165 in

Natural Dye Ottoman Runner

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

This stylish revival of Ottoman Rug has a mirrored pattern of elegant floral scrolls and vine-formed motifs of gold, black, and tans with symmetrical motifs of borderlines in a red f...

Category

2010s Pakistani Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ivory Modern Runner Rug
Ivory Modern Runner Rug

Ivory Modern Runner Rug

$4,500

W 35 in L 122 in

Ivory Modern Runner Rug

Located in New York, NY

Our African rug is handknotted from the finest hand-carded, hand-spun, naturally dyed wool. Custom sizes and colors available.

Category

2010s Afghan Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Kurdish Runner 2.63m x 1.09m
Antique Kurdish Runner 2.63m x 1.09m

Antique Kurdish Runner 2.63m x 1.09m

$2,590

W 42.92 in L 103.55 in

Antique Kurdish Runner 2.63m x 1.09m

Located in St. Albans, GB

A beautiful antique Kurdish runner, hand woven circa 1900. The design features a series of

Category

Antique Early 1900s Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Gallery Runner
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Gallery Runner

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Gallery Runner

Located in New York, NY

An eclectic Turkish Anatolian gallery size runner. Large medallions lie on a rusty brownish red

Category

20th Century Turkish Futurist Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Geometric Karabagh Runner
Zabihi Collection Geometric Karabagh Runner

Zabihi Collection Geometric Karabagh Runner

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th century funky colorful Geometric Karabagh Runner Measures: 2'9'' x 7'6''.

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Bessarabian Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Angora

Scandinavian Runner Rug Nordic Charm
Scandinavian Runner Rug Nordic Charm

Scandinavian Runner Rug Nordic Charm

$3,427

W 39.38 in L 102.37 in

Scandinavian Runner Rug Nordic Charm

Located in Ferrara, IT

decorative statement piece. The elongated form is perfect for hallways, entryways, or as a runner to add a

Category

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

Materials

Wool

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

Oushak rug runner made in Turkey circa 1960's vintage. Size measures 2'6" x 5'3".

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Serapi Runner
21st Century Serapi Runner

21st Century Serapi Runner

$3,295

W 116 in L 165 in

21st Century Serapi Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Serapi's commonly feature large scale center medallions flanked by four corner spandrels. This serapi is unique in that it has five center medallions. Handwoven by master weavers and...

Category

2010s Indian Serapi Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Traditional Gray Afghan Runner
Traditional Gray Afghan Runner

Traditional Gray Afghan Runner

$2,940

W 33 in L 143 in

Traditional Gray Afghan Runner

Located in New York, NY

The abrash-striated light grey-brown field displays four large vasiform palmettes within broken rosette wreaths and surrounded by flowering stems and acanthus fragments, with half ma...

Category

2010s Afghan Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner
Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner

$3,200

W 39 in L 134 in

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

A simple yet chic Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak rug with an all-over geometric pattern woven in muted pinks, golds, oranges, and natural colored wools, and all surrounded by a bord...

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Moroccan Design Rug Runner
Moroccan Design Rug Runner

Moroccan Design Rug Runner

$5,500

W 48 in L 123 in

Moroccan Design Rug Runner

Located in New York, NY

This lowlands piece shows a charcoal field with eight full and two half columns of little diamonds in red and tangerine. Tangerine border with C’s and X’s in a vaguely Turkish style....

Category

2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Heriz Runner 2.98m x 0.87m
Antique Heriz Runner 2.98m x 0.87m

Antique Heriz Runner 2.98m x 0.87m

$4,363

W 34.26 in L 117.33 in

Antique Heriz Runner 2.98m x 0.87m

Located in St. Albans, GB

An outstanding antique Heriz runner in near original condition, hand woven circa 1910. The design

Category

Vintage 1910s Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

runner made in Turkey circa 1950's vintage. Size measures 2'8" x 5'11".

Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug runner made in Turkey circa 1960's vintage. Size

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug runner made in Turkey circa 1970's vintage. Size measures 2'6" x 5'7".

Category

Vintage 1970s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Modern Agra Runner
21st Century Modern Agra Runner

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

$1,535

W 38 in L 227 in

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Beautifully detailed modern yet timeless Agra rug from India, featuring a decorative floral and vine pattern throughout. Handwoven by master weavers and made of 100% wool. This sophi...

Category

2010s Indian Agra Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Pakistani Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner
21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Moroccan inspired rug brings a sense of warmth, texture, and relaxed sophistication to the space it inhabits. Crafted with an emphasis on comfort and artisanal character, it ref...

Category

2010s Pakistani Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner
21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Moroccan inspired rug brings a sense of warmth, texture, and relaxed sophistication to the space it inhabits. Crafted with an emphasis on comfort and artisanal character, it ref...

Category

2010s Pakistani Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner
21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Moroccan inspired rug brings a sense of warmth, texture, and relaxed sophistication to the space it inhabits. Crafted with an emphasis on comfort and artisanal character, it ref...

Category

2010s Pakistani Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Pakistani Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Pakistani Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Pakistani Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner
21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Moroccan inspired rug brings a sense of warmth, texture, and relaxed sophistication to the space it inhabits. Crafted with an emphasis on comfort and artisanal character, it ref...

Category

2010s Afghan Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Modern Kilim Runner
21st Century Modern Kilim Runner

21st Century Modern Kilim Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Bold, flatwoven, and effortlessly stylish, this modern kilim rug brings a fresh perspective to a time-honored weaving tradition. Handcrafted using 100% wool, the rug features a low-p...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Pakistani Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Pakistani Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Modern Agra Runner
21st Century Modern Agra Runner

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

$1,295

W 30 in L 199 in

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Beautifully detailed modern yet timeless Agra rug from India, featuring a decorative floral and vine pattern throughout. Handwoven by master weavers and made of 100% wool. This sophi...

Category

2010s Indian Agra Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Modern Kilim Runner
21st Century Modern Kilim Runner

21st Century Modern Kilim Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Bold, flatwoven, and effortlessly stylish, this modern kilim rug brings a fresh perspective to a time-honored weaving tradition. Handcrafted using 100% wool, the rug features a low-p...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Modern Kilim Runner
21st Century Modern Kilim Runner

21st Century Modern Kilim Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Bold, flatwoven, and effortlessly stylish, this modern kilim rug brings a fresh perspective to a time-honored weaving tradition. Handcrafted using 100% wool, the rug features a low-p...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Modern Agra Runner
21st Century Modern Agra Runner

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

$1,305

W 30 in L 169 in

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Beautifully detailed modern yet timeless Agra rug from India, featuring a decorative floral and vine pattern throughout. Handwoven by master weavers and made of 100% wool. This sophi...

Category

2010s Indian Agra Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner
20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

20th Century Vintage Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exquisite Vintage Oushak rug is a true work of art skillfully handwoven by experienced artisans using traditional methods. Adorned with intricate patterns and a color scheme cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Oushak Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Runner Rug, Yellow Gold Handmade Sarab Carpet Stair Runner Area Rug
Antique Runner Rug, Yellow Gold Handmade Sarab Carpet Stair Runner Area Rug

Antique Runner Rug, Yellow Gold Handmade Sarab Carpet Stair Runner Area Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This beautiful Runner Rug has been handwoven to perfection with intricate detail. The border is a

Category

Vintage 1930s Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner
21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

21st Century Moroccan Inspired Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Moroccan inspired rug brings a sense of warmth, texture, and relaxed sophistication to the space it inhabits. Crafted with an emphasis on comfort and artisanal character, it ref...

Category

2010s Pakistani Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Old Malatya Cecim Jijim Runner Kilim Rug Anatolia Turkish Runner Carpet
Vintage Old Malatya Cecim Jijim Runner Kilim Rug Anatolia Turkish Runner Carpet

Vintage Old Malatya Cecim Jijim Runner Kilim Rug Anatolia Turkish Runner Carpet

Located in Tokyo, JP

This is a South Eastern Anatolian old runner Cecim Kilim from the Malatya region with a rare and

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug runner made in Turkey

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ivory Oushak Gallery Runner
Ivory Oushak Gallery Runner

Ivory Oushak Gallery Runner

$5,800

W 109 in L 210 in

Ivory Oushak Gallery Runner

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation. Dimensions: 9'1" x 17'6" Field color: Ivory Border color: Light-Blue Accent colors: Brown.

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Green Oushak Gallery Runner
Green Oushak Gallery Runner

Green Oushak Gallery Runner

$9,800

W 73 in L 211 in

Green Oushak Gallery Runner

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand-knotted, wool pile on a cotton foundation. Dimensions: 6'1" x 17'7" Origin: India Field Color: Green Border Color: Aqua Accent Colors: Brown, Gold, Ivory.

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Oushak Gallery Runner
Blue Oushak Gallery Runner

Blue Oushak Gallery Runner

$5,800

W 97 in L 190 in

Blue Oushak Gallery Runner

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand-knotted, wool pile on a cotton foundation. Dimensions: 8'1" x 15'10" Origin: India Field color: Blue Border color: Blue Accent colors: Brown, ivory.

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Light-Gray Oushak Runner
Light-Gray Oushak Runner

Light-Gray Oushak Runner

$1,900

W 31 in L 234 in

Light-Gray Oushak Runner

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Hand-knotted, wool pile on a cotton foundation. Dimensions: 2'7" x 19'6" Origin: India Field Color: Camel Border Color: Gray Accent Colors: Peach, Light-Blue.

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 20th Century Tibetan Runner
Late 20th Century Tibetan Runner

Late 20th Century Tibetan Runner

$2,400

W 32 in L 187 in

Late 20th Century Tibetan Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

This late 20th-century Tibetan hand-knotted wool runner is a stunning celebration of vibrant color

Category

Late 20th Century Tibetan Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug runner made in Turkey circa 1960's vintage. Size

Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tibetan Runner 2'8'' x 9'4''
Tibetan Runner 2'8'' x 9'4''

Tibetan Runner 2'8'' x 9'4''

$780Sale Price|20% Off

W 2.8 in L 9.4 in

Tibetan Runner 2'8'' x 9'4''

Located in New York, NY

Tibetan Runner 2'8'' x 9'4''.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

21st Century Modern Agra Runner
21st Century Modern Agra Runner

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

$2,725

W 37 in L 145 in

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Beautifully detailed modern yet timeless Agra rug from India, featuring a decorative floral and vine pattern throughout. Handwoven by master weavers and made of 100% wool. This sophi...

Category

2010s Indian Agra Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Modern Agra Runner
21st Century Modern Agra Runner

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

$1,855

W 31 in L 84 in

21st Century Modern Agra Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Beautifully detailed modern yet timeless Agra rug from India, featuring a decorative floral and vine pattern throughout. Handwoven by master weavers and made of 100% wool. This sophi...

Category

2010s Indian Agra Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Sumak Runner 2'9'' x 8'0"
Sumak Runner 2'9'' x 8'0"

Sumak Runner 2'9'' x 8'0"

$950

W 2.9 in L 8 in

Sumak Runner 2'9'' x 8'0"

Located in New York, NY

Sumak Runner 2'9'' x 8'0".

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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Runner Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of runner rugs available for sale. The range of distinct runner rugs — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. We have 6765 antique and vintage runner rugs in-stock, while there are 1093 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of runner rugs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Runner rugs bearing Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Berber Tribes of Morocco, Rug & Kilim and Nazmiyal Collection each produced beautiful runner rugs that are worth considering.

How Much are Runner Rugs?

Runner rugs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,000, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $180,000.

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.