1990s Century Furniture "Silk Road" Sideboard
By Century Furniture
Located in North Canton, OH
Legendary Century Furniture "Silk Road" collection Gilt Lacquered sideboard with two doors, stone top, 38" H x 67 1/2" W x 21 3/4" L.
Wood
Silk Road Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Inspired by Silk Road, an expressive portrayal of the infamous road from Xi'an to Constantinople as painted by artist Iris Feng. A reproduction of original artwork was digitally prin...
Wood
Vintage Moroccan Boucherite Mid Century Modern Area Rug from Silk Road Rug Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Vintage Mid Century Folk Art Moroccan Rug 4185, Country of Origin: Morocco, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century – Decorated with powerful protection symbols and cultural motifs, t...
Wool
$64,800
W 183 in L 331.92 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Denim Blue & Ivory Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptional modern Moroccan rug, although presently made, carries a design that was developed centuries ago by the nomadic tribes wandering the deserts of Morocco. It is modeled...
Wool, Cotton
The Silk Road Sigil: A Late 19th Century Turkestan Khotan Masterpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
79408 Late 19th Century Turkestan Khotan Rug, 05'01 x 10'09. This rare antique Khotan rug stands as a ceremonial expression of Turkestan weaving culture at the close of the nineteent...
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Runner 4286, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in t...
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 4348, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the ...
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Runner 4341, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in t...
Wool
$4,225
W 43.92 in L 129.96 in
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 4333, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the ...
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 4288, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the ...
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 4345, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the ...
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Runner 6433, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in t...
Wool, Cotton
$3,675
W 31.92 in L 157.92 in
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Runner 4336, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in t...
Wool
$3,300
W 34.92 in L 125.04 in
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 4351, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the ...
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 4291, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the ...
Wool, Cotton
$3,300
W 34.92 in L 138.96 in
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 4352, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the ...
Wool, Cotton
$4,800 / item
W 34.92 in L 153.96 in
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Turkish Rug 22369, Country of Origin: Turkish Rugs, Circa Date: 1950 – This stunning Turkish rug is more than just a piece of decor – it is a work of art. It was woven in the...
Wool, Cotton
$700 / set
H 110 in W 44 in D 2 in
Two Custom Drapery Panels Chinoiserie "Silk Road" Brunschwig & Fils & Silk Trim
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of custom drapes made of the iconic "Silk Road" Chinoiserie fabric in vanilla color way manufactured by Brunswick and Fills and made in Italy. This quality of Italian cotton f...
Cotton
Stone Standing Buddha Guan Yin Silk Road Tang Style
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, finely carved Tang dynasty Silk Road style solid stone statue of Goddess of Compassion Guan Yin Avalokitwshavara. The bodhisattva is shown standing in a tribhanga pose o...
Stone
$8,600
W 33.96 in L 126.96 in
Early 20th Century Antique Karabagh Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
By Karabagh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the world of timeless beauty and charm with this Karabagh Runner. This exquisite rug is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship that has made Karabagh rugs renowned t...
Wool
Traditional Antique Silk Road Hand-woven Wool Khotan Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional Khotan runner features a buff-brown field with a column of three royal-blue roundels, each containing buff-brown lozenges and stylized fruits, the roundels separated...
Wool
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Ivory Brown Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Brown & Ivory Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Brown & Ivory Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$4,200
W 30 in L 45.96 in
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Kerman Sampler Rug from Silk Road Rug Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eye-catching Small Sampler Antique Paisley Design Persian Kerman Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: 1920 – Kerman is a town that is known for creating fine-quality rugs with...
Wool
$10,800
W 42.96 in L 135.96 in
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Mahal Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collectio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Persian Mahal Runner 5020, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1920 — In this particular antique Persian Mahal rug, the simple decorative color palette allows the viewer ...
Wool
$7,478Sale Price|46% Off
H 104.73 in W 56.7 in D 0.79 in
Antique Suzani Textile from Bokhara, Silk Road, Circa 1870, 266cm
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
This is not a simple beautiful embroidered Susani: it's a museum specimen, from private collection. This ancient piece was embroidered in the surroundings of the ancient central cit...
Canvas
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Ivory High Low Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$19,880
W 133.92 in L 169.92 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Ivory & Blue Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$11,800
W 102 in L 129.96 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Navy Ivory Red Grey & Golden Rug Silk Road Rug Inc
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$23,800
W 137.04 in L 198 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Ivory Blue Brown Peach Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$19,400
W 137.04 in L 161.04 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Ivory & Charcoal High Low Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool, Cotton
$9,200
W 84.96 in L 123.96 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Sky Blue & Ivory Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Moroccan Rug 4594, What makes Moroccan rugs so special are not only their stunning designs, but also fascinating history. Few people know that Moroccan rugs started out as a s...
Wool
$13,800
W 96.96 in L 161.04 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Ivory & Teal Blue Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by the original Beni Ourain rugs and carpets with a distinctively archaic blue colored design on an ivory ground. Diamond shaped grids are woven with a shaggy and low pile, ...
Wool
$17,800
W 126.96 in L 156.96 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Golden Cognac Charcoal Gray Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$10,080Sale Price|20% Off
W 99.96 in L 144 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Gray Ivory Lavender Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$18,500
W 129.96 in L 157.92 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Gray Charcoal Blue Ivory Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$18,400Sale Price|20% Off
W 145.92 in L 168 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Ivory Gray's Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$8,640Sale Price|20% Off
W 96 in L 120.96 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Ivory and Gray Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$8,320Sale Price|20% Off
W 96 in L 123.96 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Ivory Gray & Black Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$21,800
W 126 in L 162 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Abstract Pink and Gray Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
At Silk Road Rug Inc each of our Moroccan Beni rugs are a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries...
Wool
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
W 42 in L 54 in
Vintage Hassira Tuareg Mat Made of Reed and Camel Leather from Silk Road Rug Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
African Tuareg Mats Did You Know That Tuareg Mats Are Not From Morocco? That's right. Contrary to popular belief Tuareg rugs are not from Morocco. They are handcrafted by the Tuare...
Reed
$8,000
H 15.25 in W 15.5 in D 1 in
Silk Road Portraiture: A Chinese Export Glass Painting of a Persian Warrior
Located in Downingtown, PA
Silk Road Portraiture: A Rare Chinese Export Glass Painting of a Persian Warrior This intriguing Chinese Export Reverse Glass Picture is a remarkable testament to the cross-cultural...
Glass
$14,880Sale Price|20% Off
W 132 in L 162 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Gray Blue Ivory Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$23,000
W 132 in L 197.04 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Gray Blue Pink Ivory Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$21,500
W 135.96 in L 168 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Burnt Red Gray Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$13,560Sale Price|20% Off
W 113.04 in L 171 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Ivory High Low Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$21,500
W 132 in L 177.96 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Gray Blue Ivory Pink Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
$13,360Sale Price|20% Off
W 111.96 in L 169.92 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Ivory High Low Area Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
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 coloration curation believed to be of Bokhara provenance—hand-knotted in wool circa 1940-1...
Wool
$12,800
W 34.92 in L 135 in
Antique Circa-1900 Caucasian Karabagh Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Rug 4492, Country Of Weaving Origin: Caucasus, Circa Date: Late 19th Century – Antique Caucasian Karabagh rugs are often related closely to Persian weaving...
Wool
$16,032
H 37.01 in W 13.78 in D 31.5 in
Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare pair of large Chinese carved stone foo dog guardian lions. Originated from a house of a mandarin (a public official in the Chinese Empire), located on The Silk Road. Here they ...
Stone
$39,200
W 106 in L 289 in
The Celestial Garden: A Vintage Chinese Khotan Masterpiece of Silk Road Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79501 Vintage Chinese Khotan Rug, 08'10 x 24'01. This hand-knotted wool vintage Chinese Khotan rug embodies the quiet grandeur of the Silk Road, where Eastern symbolism and refined c...
Wool
$2,520
W 32 in L 115 in
The Silk Road Reverie: A Vintage Indian Sarouk Masterpiece of Cultural Harmony
Located in Dallas, TX
79274 Vintage Indian Sarouk Rug Runner, 02'08 x 09'07. In the rarefied realm of artisanal excellence, this hand-knotted wool vintage Sarouk runner—crafted in India—emerges as a luxur...
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug Circa 1920 from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tabriz Rug 5304, Country of Origin: Persian Rug, Circa Date: 1920 – Crafted in the cosmopolitan carpet-producing city of Tabriz, this lavish Polonaise-style antique rug showcases a m...
Wool
$5,500Sale Price|36% Off
H 15 in W 14 in D 5 in
Unusual Tang Dynasty Persian Horse Rider Statue, Silk Road Trader, TL Tested
Located in Greenwich, CT
A fine and unusual statue of standing horse with a Persian rider. Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD) Silk Road trader from Persia, comes with Oxford authentication TL test certificate. Oxford...
Terracotta
$3,500
W 97 in L 117 in
The Whispered Silk Road: A Modern Indian Khotan Masterpiece of Subtle Nobility
Located in Dallas, TX
30096 New Modern Indian Khotan Rug, 08'01 x 09'09. Indulge in the quiet confidence of this hand knotted wool modern Indian Khotan rug—an understated masterpiece designed for those wh...
Wool
Sold
H 38 in W 30 in L 38 in
Baker Milling Road Originals French Restauration Armchair, Silk, Vintage Beech
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning lines, immensely comfortable. Custom textile. 4500 USD retail per chair. Don't miss this. Timeless design. Vintage Beech Baker Milling Road Originals French Restauration Ar...
Wood
19th Century Silk Road Suzani Embroidery with Green Vines
Located in Dublin, NH
Central Asian embroideries, known as Suzanis, are renowned for their dynamic and organic drawing and vivid natural color. This lively piece was embroidered in the vicinity of the anc...
Silk
Rare 18th Century Oak and Brass Silk Road Coffer Box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Debenham antiques is pleased to be able this stunning rare Silk Road coffer, circa 1740. With a Scandinavian applied brass royal crest on the front which we can attribute to either ...
Oak
Bronze Figure Avalokiteshvara on High Lotus Silk Road
Located in Somis, CA
An exquisite bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara with style influence from the silk road region. Seated in dhyanasana on a 3-layer lotus base raised on a high plinth, wearing a toga sty...
Bronze
Silk Road Region Antique Blanket Chest, with Folk Art Paintings
Located in Somis, CA
This amazing piece is from Gan Su province, in the silk road region. The wood is a type of jujube, a very heavy, dense, reddish wood with beautiful swirls of grains. Solid single boa...
Wood
Set of 18 Blue and White Silk Road Dinner Plates
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of eighteen blue and white provincial Chinese dinner plates with Muslim ware patterns, referencing China's silk road ties with the Middle East.
Pagoda Red Collecti...
Sold
W 141 in L 174.96 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Golden Cognac Gray Ivory Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
Sold
W 78.96 in L 127.92 in
Modern Moroccan Mid Century Deco Blue Ivory High Low Rug by Silk Road Rug Inc.
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each of our Moroccan Beni rugs is a one-of-a-kind piece, with its own story and history. The weavers who create these beautiful textiles are part of a centuries-old tradition passed ...
Wool
Antique Marble Stone Guan Yin, Silk Road Region
Located in SOMIS, CA
Beautiful seated Guan Yin features a halo with carved cloud patterns, a traditional design from the silk road region. The stone is a glistening marble that sparkles in the light. Gua...
Brass Buddha in the Silk Road Style with Halo and Throne
Located in SOMIS, CA
This amazing piece features Buddha in the exotic Silk Road Style. Consisting 3 separate components, each elaborately adorned, no details were overlooked. The main statue is seated on...
Brass, Metal
$16,593 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 84.5 in D 20.25 in
Modern Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza with Faux Parchment Fronts
Located in North York, ON
Modern black Lacquered sideboard credenza with Faux Parchment fronts. Featuring unique shaped design with ample storage options. Completed with a beautiful black lacquered finish and...
Wood
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
Midcentury Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning vintage dining table by Paul Evans for Directional. Beautiful patchwork burl wood design that sits on a pedestal base with chrome trim. This dining table includes two leaves...
Chrome
$13,700
H 53.25 in W 23.75 in D 17.5 in
Chinese Export Coromandel Lacquer Cabinet on Stand, Mid-19th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful Chinese coromandel brown lacquer cabinet on stand, made for the export market, early to mid-19th century, China, presented on an early 20th century custom fitted stand. ...
Brass
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.
Embroidered with snakes, turtles, birds and vines, it celebrates a dazzling natural world before the arrival of Adam and Eve.
The colorful design captures the natural splendor of a backyard garden.
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Top carpet companies are expanding the arena of artful floor coverings, seeking out creatives from other media and marrying their talents to textiles.
The New York–based rug designers employ earthy colors and time-honored artistry in their creations.
The New York interior designer found inspiration in disco culture and astrology for her debut home collection.
Persian garden carpets, with their timeless beauty and unmatched craftsmanship, have an enduring appeal.
With their rich layers, intricate patterns and elaborate lighting, rooms with a Moroccan influence are easy to spot.