Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 5x7 Green And Blue Scalloped Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Forest Green And Teal Blue Scalloped Striped Dhurrie Rug-5'x7' (Scallops runs on 5' sides) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% c...
Cotton
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x10 Green, Blue Indian Scalloped Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Forest Green, Cream And Teal Blue Two Sided Scalloped Striped Dhurrie Indian Rug - 8'x10' (240x300cm) (Scallops runs on 8' Sides) These special flat...
Cotton
Handmade Cotton Flat Weave Runner, 2x7 Brown And Cream Indian Striped Runner Rug
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed, Coffee Brown And Cream Indian Striped Dhurrie Runner-2'x7' (60x210cm) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn.
Cotton
1920s BlueWhite Stripe Antique Dhurrie Indian Rug 8'6"x13'2" Cotton Carpet Woven
Located in New York, NY
Whether layered over a larger foundation rug or used as a standalone centerpiece, antique rugs like this striped dhurrie bring fresh visual energy and timeless style to interiors.
Cotton
Multi-Color Striped Cotton Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
Lively multi-color stripe handwoven cotton tribal dhurrie rug from Rajasthan India, c.1960's. Finely designed, with a diamond pattern within the stripes. Wonderful hand knotted frin...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped rug Size: 11'1" × 14'0" (337 × 426 cm) This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug showcases a timeless striped pattern rendered in rich indigo blue and p...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Striped Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
This piece is a vintage Indian Dhurrie rug. Vintage Striped Indian Dhurrie Rug Size: 15'2" × 18'1" (462 × 551 cm) This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug captivates with its rhythmi...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Rug. Size: 7'9" × 10'8" (236 × 325 cm) Subtle sophistication meets artisanal charm in this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, handwoven in a timeless palette ...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped rug Size: 3'6" × 6'5" (106 × 195 cm) This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug presents a timeless yet understated design, distinguished by its rhythmic horizont...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Rug Size: 12'5" × 15'7" (378 × 474 cm) This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug showcases a crisp and timeless design, characterized by alternating ver...
Cotton
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug, Indigo Blue Striped Flatweave
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug Size: 10'8" × 12'3" (325 × 373 cm) A striking example of minimalist elegance, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug features a rhythmic vertical stripe pattern i...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Dhurrie Vintage Striped Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet, woven circa 1955, exudes a breezy, coastal elegance with its classic striped motif.
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug Size: 8'3" × 14'1" (251 × 429 cm) The vintage Dhurrie before your eyes is simple and classic.
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug Size: 15'5" × 16'8" (469 × 508 cm) The vintage Dhurrie before your eyes is simple and classic.
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
This Dhurrie features a classic striped pattern, alternating between soothing shades of blue and earthy brick tones.
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug – Subtle Striped Elegance in Sky Blue and Ivory Size: 9'4" × 13'6" (284 × 411 cm) Effortlessly blending simplicity with refined craftsmanship, this vintage...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Dhurrie Striped Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet, dating from the mid-20th century, features a boldly modern yet timeless design composed of alternating indigo blue and ivory stripes. Wov...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug Size: 6'5" × 7'2" (195 × 218 cm) A striking testament to the timeless appeal of minimalism and artisanal craftsmanship, this vintage Indian Dh...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 6'5" × 14'6" (195 × 441 cm) This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, handwoven circa mid-20th century, offers a ma...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug Size: 14'9" × 14'3" (449 × 434 cm) Balancing bold simplicity with artisanal charm, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug is a beautifully woven exam...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug Size: 8'10" × 10'8" (269 × 325 cm) This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug masterfully blends traditional craftsmanship with a fresh, coastal aesthetic.
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug Size: 9'4" × 12'10" (284 × 391 cm) This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, handwoven in the mid-20th century, is a striking example of traditional fl...
Cotton
Contemporary Striped Blue Dhurrie Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
By Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Blue Dhurrie Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 13'8" × 21'10" (416 × 665 cm) This contemporary Dhurrie before your eyes is simple and classic. Its main filed carries an al...
Wool, Cotton
Dhurrie Modern Striped Beige With Blue Flatweave Runner "Colonna"
By Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary handwoven wool runner stands out for its understated elegance and textural simplicity. Rendered in a balanced palette of soft beige and cool grey, the piece feature...
Wool
Dhurrie Modern Striped Beige With Blue Flatweave Runner "Colonna"
By Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary handwoven wool runner stands out for its understated elegance and textural simplicity. Rendered in a balanced palette of soft beige and cool grey, the piece feature...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Beige Purple Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug – Beige and Purple Striped Flat-Weave Size: 12'0" × 20'0" (365 × 609 cm) This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug offers a timeless blend of subtle color and handcr...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-20th Century Striped Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century striped navy blue with apricot yellow Indian Dhurrie rug Size: 18'7" × 31'5" (566 × 957 cm) A bold and timeless example of traditional Indian flat-weave design, thi...
Cotton
Mid-Century Dhurrie Striped White And Blue Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet from the mid-20th century captures a timeless simplicity with a fresh, coastal-inspired palette. Featuring alternating vertical stripes of denim bl...
Wool
Striped Mid-Century Dhurrie Flatweave Cotton Carpet With White Stripes
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet captivates with its playful geometry and refreshing palette. Handwoven in the mid-20th century, the piece features vertical stripes in alternating ...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Beige Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue beige rug. Size: 14'5" × 14'4" (439 × 436 cm) A breezy celebration of color, pattern, and heritage, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug presents a ref...
Cotton
Mid-Century Dhurrie Striped White And Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug from the mid-20th century captures a timeless simplicity with a fresh, coastal-inspired palette. Featuring alternating vertical stripes of denim blue ...
Wool
Dhurrie Mid-Century Striped With Navy Blue Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet presents a timeless yet understated design, distinguished by its rhythmic horizontal stripes in deep indigo blue and warm beige. The palette is enr...
Wool
Antique Indian Striped Cotton Dhurrie in Shades of Blue
Located in Milan, IT
The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...
Cotton
Striped Mid-Century Dhurrie Flatweave Cotton Rug With White Stripes
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug captivates with its playful geometry and refreshing palette. Handwoven in the mid-20th century, the piece features vertical stripes in alternating den...
Wool
Dhurrie Mid-Century Striped With Navy Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug presents a timeless yet understated design, distinguished by its rhythmic horizontal stripes in deep indigo blue and warm beige. The palette is enrich...
Wool
Antique Indian Striped Cotton Dhurrie in White and Blue
Located in Milan, IT
The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...
Cotton
Antique Striped Cotton Dhurrie in Soft Shades of Blue
Located in Milan, IT
The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...
Cotton
Vintage Dhurrie Striped Square Rug in Blue, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 10x10 Dhurrie square flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Desi...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Indian Dhurrie Vintage Striped White Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
With its breezy palette and rhythmic geometry, this vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet exudes understated sophistication. Handwoven in cotton, the carpet features alternating vertical str...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped White Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This charming vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet offers a serene, coastal-inspired aesthetic through its balanced use of color and minimalist geometry. Handwoven in the mid-20th century, ...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie - Striped Blue Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A striking testament to the timeless appeal of minimalism and artisanal craftsmanship, this vintage Indian Dhurrie carpet (circa mid-20th century) is a study in balanced design and s...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Beige Ivory Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Beige Ivory Rug Size: 6'10" × 10'0" (208 × 304 cm) This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug radiates understated coastal elegance through its serene color ...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-20th Century Striped Indian Dhurrie Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century striped Indian Dhurrie cotton rug. Size: 11'6" × 12'0" (350 × 365 cm) Minimalist design meets artisanal heritage in this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, handwoven from d...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie - Striped Blue Flatweave Cotton Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A striking testament to the timeless appeal of minimalism and artisanal craftsmanship, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug (circa mid-20th century) is a study in balanced design and subd...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-Century Dhurrie Striped Blue Flatweave Cotton Runner
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie runner exemplifies the elegance of simplicity through its beautifully balanced design and calming palette. Handwoven in soft cotton, the rug features a se...
Wool
RugsOnNet Red Blue Striped Antique Oversized Flatwoven Indian Dhurrie Rug Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet ( 9'6" x 26' - 290 x 793 ) Antique Oversized Dhurrie Indian Flat Weave Rug, Country of Origin: India, Circa Date: 1935. This striking...
Cotton
Oversized Vintage Dhurrie Striped Cotton Rug by Rug & Kilim, India, 1950–1959
Located in Long Island City, NY
On the Design: Admirers of classic Dhurrie design will appreciate the quiet precision of this striped flatweave, where bands of deep indigo, slate blue, and softer blue move horizon...
Cotton
RugsOnNet Gray Blue Antique Striped Flatweave Indian Cotton Dhurrie Rug Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet ( 9'10'' x 14'10" - 300 x 452 ) Antique Rectangle Flat Weave Cotton Allover Geometric Blue 1935 Rug, Circa Date: 1935. This striking ...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Dhurrie Vintage Striped White And Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, woven circa 1955, exudes a breezy, coastal elegance with its classic striped motif.
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Dhurrie Vintage Striped White And Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, woven circa 1955, exudes a breezy, coastal elegance with its classic striped motif.
Wool
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, White And Blue Striped Patterned Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Area Rug, Off White And Indigo Blue Star Dash Striped Patterned Dhurrie - 4'x6' (120x180cm) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 1...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Dhurrie Striped Beige With Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug radiates understated coastal elegance through its serene color palette and minimalist striped design.
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Indian Dhurrie Mid-Century Striped White Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
With its breezy palette and rhythmic geometry, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug exudes understated sophistication. Handwoven in cotton, the rug features alternating vertical stripes i...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-Century Indian Dhurrie Striped White Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This charming vintage Indian Dhurrie rug offers a serene, coastal-inspired aesthetic through its balanced use of color and minimalist geometry. Handwoven in the mid-20th century, the...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-Century Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
Subtle sophistication meets artisanal charm in this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, handwoven in a timeless palette of soft blue and ivory. The rug features a series of bold vertical str...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped And Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of minimalist elegance, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug features a rhythmic vertical stripe pattern in soft indigo blue and warm beige. The alternating wide and na...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-Century Indian Dhurrie Striped Beige Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
A masterclass in minimalism and refined craftsmanship, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug exudes effortless elegance. Woven by hand using traditional flat-weave techniques, the rug feat...
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Dhurrie Striped White And Blue Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, dating from the mid-20th century, features a boldly modern yet timeless design composed of alternating indigo blue and ivory stripes. Woven ...
Wool
Antique Indian Striped Cotton Dhurrie Rug, Pastel Rainbow Summer Color Rug, 1920
By Indian Cottage Industries
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique Indian Cotton Dhurrie, Circa 1920, 3'10" x 6'9", Pastel Stripe with Indigo Border, Soft, Bright Summer Colors Flatweave Rug Origin: India Circa: 1920 Type: Dhurrie (flatweave...
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-Century Indian Dhurrie Striped White Flatweave Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug embodies the quiet elegance and artisanal charm of traditional flat-woven textiles. Handwoven in cotton, it features a soft and breezy palette dominat...
Wool
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Today, there are few elements of decor as consistently beautiful as vibrantly colored, intricately patterned antique rugs. The legacy of fine Indian rugs and carpets dates back to the Mughal Empire, with Jalal-ud-Din Akbar in the 16th century establishing workshops for carpet weaving based on Persian practices. Combined with the aesthetics of Indian art, a new rug tradition was born.
In India, these Persian-inspired rugs and carpets were often made with lush materials, including silk, velvet and pashmina, a type of cashmere. It could take laborers as long as 15 years to weave a single carpet. Many of these rugs and carpets were created for royalty and frequently used inside palaces and mosques, particularly on special occasions.
Though the carpet weaving stemmed from a Persian tradition, Indian rugs and carpets featured designs that predated Persian influences. These complex patterns included floral, geometric, and animal motifs.
Indian rugs remain among the most coveted decorative items today. Browse 1stDibs for a wide variety of vintage, new and antique Indian rugs and carpets to establish a lavish focal point in any room in your home. See our guide to caring for your antique and vintage rugs, and read about how to choose the right area rug for your space.