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21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Pakistani Bokhara Runner
Vintage Pakistani Bokhara Runner

Vintage Pakistani Bokhara Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

A late 20th century Pakistani Bokhara runner with many large diamond medallions and repeated stylized floral motifs against a cream ground, and surrounded by a complex border with mu...

Category

Late 20th Century Pakistani Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghani Kilim Runner
Vintage Afghani Kilim Runner

Vintage Afghani Kilim Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

A bold and beautiful late 20th century Afghani kilim runner with five large diamond medallions, each with large stylized flowers, living amidst a field of more stylized flowers, with...

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Herringbone Runner
21st Century Herringbone Runner

21st Century Herringbone Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Herringbone rugs work beautifully in a variety of spaces—from cozy living rooms and sleek entryways to sophisticated dining areas—adding a touch of elegance and visual interest witho...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Herringbone Runner
21st Century Herringbone Runner

21st Century Herringbone Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Herringbone rugs work beautifully in a variety of spaces—from cozy living rooms and sleek entryways to sophisticated dining areas—adding a touch of elegance and visual interest witho...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Herringbone Runner
21st Century Herringbone Runner

21st Century Herringbone Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Herringbone rugs work beautifully in a variety of spaces—from cozy living rooms and sleek entryways to sophisticated dining areas—adding a touch of elegance and visual interest witho...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Bessarabian Runner
21st Century Bessarabian Runner

21st Century Bessarabian Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This striking Bessarabian rug from Turkey is a beautiful example of the region’s rich weaving heritage, combining Eastern European elegance with Ottoman craftsmanship. Handwoven in w...

Category

2010s Turkish Bessarabian Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Herringbone Runner
21st Century Herringbone Runner

21st Century Herringbone Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Herringbone rugs work beautifully in a variety of spaces—from cozy living rooms and sleek entryways to sophisticated dining areas—adding a touch of elegance and visual interest witho...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with French Country Style, Hallway Runner
Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with French Country Style, Hallway Runner

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with French Country Style, Hallway Runner

Located in Dallas, TX

Impressive in style and impeccably woven, this vintage Turkish Oushak carpet runner with modern traditional style features three embellished medallions in an open abrash red field su...

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Organic Runner
21st Century Organic Runner

21st Century Organic Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exceptional organic rug is a celebration of natural beauty and masterful craftsmanship. Woven entirely from high-quality, sustainable fibers, it offers a soft, inviting texture ...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

21st Century Heriz Runner
21st Century Heriz Runner

21st Century Heriz Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite Heriz rug. Handcrafted with intricate motifs and vibrant hues, it exudes warmth and sophistication. Handwoven by master weavers and m...

Category

2010s Indian Heriz Serapi Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Turkish Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Indian Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Carpet Runners Rugs, Area Rugs, Geometric Stair Runner Oriental Rug
Handmade Carpet Runners Rugs, Area Rugs, Geometric Stair Runner Oriental Rug

Handmade Carpet Runners Rugs, Area Rugs, Geometric Stair Runner Oriental Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

Vintage Azeri Tribal Runner Rug 304x115cm – Handmade Oriental Wool Carpet – Persian Geometric Hallway Runner – Hand-Knotted Artisan Rug SEO Description Celebrate centuries of weavi...

Category

Vintage 1950s Caucasian Art Deco Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Farahan Runner
21st Century Farahan Runner

21st Century Farahan Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

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

Category

2010s Pakistani Sarouk Farahan Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Sultanabad Runner
21st Century Sultanabad Runner

21st Century Sultanabad Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Egyptian Sultanabad rug reflects the timeless elegance of classic Sultanabad design, reinterpreted through the skilled craftsmanship of Egyptian weaving traditions. Hand-knotted...

Category

2010s Egyptian Sultanabad More Carpets

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Turkish Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Soumak Runner
21st Century Soumak Runner

21st Century Soumak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A Soumak rug is a handwoven, flat-weave textile celebrated for its distinctive patterns and remarkable craftsmanship. Originating in the Caucasus region, it is created using the trad...

Category

2010s Indian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Turkish Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Turkish Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soo...

Category

2010s Turkish Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Tribal Runner
21st Century Tribal Runner

21st Century Tribal Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This tribal rug embodies a sense of heritage and handwoven character, reflecting generations of craftsmanship. Woven with a focus on durability and texture, it features a bold, groun...

Category

2010s Pakistani Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Shahabas Runner
21st Century Shahabas Runner

21st Century Shahabas Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

A traditional Shahabas Indian rug is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship, blending intricate design with rich cultural heritage. Originating from the Shahabas region in northern...

Category

2010s Indian Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Tribal Runner
21st Century Tribal Runner

21st Century Tribal Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This tribal rug embodies a sense of heritage and handwoven character, reflecting generations of craftsmanship. Woven with a focus on durability and texture, it features a bold, groun...

Category

2010s Tibetan Tribal Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagined in a soothin...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Contemporary Runner
21st Century Contemporary Runner

21st Century Contemporary Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This contemporary rug is handwoven, offering a clean, modern aesthetic grounded in natural texture. The plush yet structured pile provides a comfortable underfoot feel while maintain...

Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

21st Century Organic Runner
21st Century Organic Runner

21st Century Organic Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This exceptional organic rug from Pakistan is a celebration of natural beauty and masterful craftsmanship. Woven entirely from high-quality, sustainable fibers, it offers a soft, inv...

Category

2010s Pakistani Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug from India is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagin...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Sultanabad Runner
21st Century Sultanabad Runner

21st Century Sultanabad Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Egyptian Sultanabad rug reflects the timeless elegance of classic Sultanabad design, reinterpreted through the skilled craftsmanship of Egyptian weaving traditions. Hand-knotted...

Category

2010s Egyptian Sultanabad More Carpets

Materials

Wool

21st Century Oushak Runner
21st Century Oushak Runner

21st Century Oushak Runner

Located in Paradise Valley, AZ

This Oushak rug from India is hand-knotted from pure wool, offering both durability and a soft, inviting texture underfoot. Its design draws inspiration from classic motifs, reimagin...

Category

2010s Pakistani Oushak Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Oriental Carpet Runner Rug, Handmade Wool Hallway Runner Rug
Vintage Oriental Carpet Runner Rug, Handmade Wool Hallway Runner Rug

Vintage Oriental Carpet Runner Rug, Handmade Wool Hallway Runner Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This sophisticated wool runner rug was woven by hand in 1960 and features a fantastic traditional design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Rustic Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Skinny Vintage  Turkish Runner
Skinny Vintage  Turkish Runner

Skinny Vintage Turkish Runner

$1,250Sale Price|61% Off

Skinny Vintage Turkish Runner

Located in New York, NY

A mid-20th century geometric skinny Turkish runner Measures: 1'10'' x 9'3''.

Category

Mid-20th Century Adirondack Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

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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. 

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