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Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This unique wool area rug is a fantastic example of Turkish carpets woven in the late 20th century
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1970s Turkish Baroque Revival Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
$2,642 Sale Price
20% Off
W 118.9 in L 86.62 in
Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This unique wool area rug is a fantastic example of Turkish carpets woven in the late 20th century
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1970s Turkish Baroque Revival Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
$2,862 Sale Price
20% Off
W 135.04 in L 95.28 in
7x10.4 Ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Room Size Rug in Red & Blue with Wool Pile
Located in Spring Valley, NY
look throughout the rug. The rug features a soft wool pile, is meticulously hand knotted, in good
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1960s Turkish Oushak Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

4.2x8.6 Ft Vintage Hand Knotted Turkish Rug with Wool Pile in Red and Gold
Located in Spring Valley, NY
and yellow. Measures: 4.2x8.6 Ft. The rug is hand knotted with natural sheep's wool, has soft medium
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

4x5.8 Ft Vintage Soumak Turkish Accent Rug with Wool Pile
Located in Spring Valley, NY
, all in navy blue, pale terra cotta red and sand beige. The rug is made of medium wool pile on wool
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Sumak Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

4x5.8 Ft Vintage Soumak Turkish Accent Rug with Wool Pile
4x5.8 Ft Vintage Soumak Turkish Accent Rug with Wool Pile
$623 Sale Price
39% Off
W 47.25 in L 68.9 in
Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This unique wool area rug is a fantastic example of Turkish carpets woven in the late 20th century
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1970s Azerbaijani Art Deco Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
Vintage Rug Knotted Pile Carpet Turkish Handmade Oriental Wool Rug
$2,862 Sale Price
20% Off
W 75.99 in L 116.54 in
4x7.4 Ft Vintage Hand-Made Turkish Tribal Area Rug with Wool Pile in Soft Red
Located in Spring Valley, NY
motifs in red, pink, dark and light blue and white. Measures: 4 x 7.4 Ft. The rug is hand knotted with
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Old Turkish Hereke Carpet, Wool Pile on a Wool Foundation
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Old Turkish Hereke carpet, wool pile on a wool foundation. The carpet is beautifully drawn with
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20th Century Turkish Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Handwoven Wool Red Vintage Turkish Rug from the 70s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
deep maroon on a rich red field. Intermixed within the design of this late 20th century rug are
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Late 20th Century Turkish Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Hand-Knotted Vintage Turkish Tulu Rug in Red, Pink Shag Pile by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
high pile. Originating from Turkey circa 1950-1960, the 3x9 tribal rug enjoys a geometric pattern in
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1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

4.6x8.5 Ft Traditional Mid Century Hand Knotted Turkish Area Rug with Wool Pile
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This vintage hand knotted Turkish rug features two linked geometric medallions in cornflower blue
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Hand-Knotted Vintage Turkish Tulu Rug in Red and Brown, Shag Pile by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
. Originating from Turkey circa 1950-1960, the rug enjoys a geometric pattern in hues of red, brown & ink blue
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1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A bold and intricately made vintage Turkish Anatolian rug. Beautiful cherry red and saffron colors
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
$1,950
W 42 in L 72 in
Vintage Tulu Geometric Red Orange and Green Wool High Pile Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted with lush, high pile shag wool originating from Turkey between 1950-1960, this vintage
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1950s Turkish Tulu Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile weave Origin Turkey Age Type Antique/Vintage.
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
$1,600
W 42 in L 70 in
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Vintage Turkish Anatolian rugs weave together dyes and colors, motifs, textures and techniques that
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
$6,800
W 94 in L 142 in
Plain Solid Red Color "Tulu" Rug. 100% Thick, Soft Wool Pile. Custom Options Av.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An alluring vintage hand-knotted "Tulu" (Turkish word for "shag-piled") rug made of wool in red
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Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Antique Turkish Red Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century full even pile condition cherry red color Turkish rug. 1'11'' x 3'
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20th Century Turkish Rancho Monterey Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Antique Turkish Red Rug
Antique Turkish Red Rug
$555 Sale Price
20% Off
W 23 in L 36 in
Turkish Oushak Area Rugs - Wool Green Red Yellow Design - 92131
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish Oushak Area Rug: Green Field & Earthy Floral Design A Field of Subtle Grandeur and
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Oushak Area Rugs - Wool Green Red Yellow Design - 92131
Turkish Oushak Area Rugs - Wool Green Red Yellow Design - 92131
$72,000 Sale Price
20% Off
W 123 in L 264 in
turkey Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Green Ivory Red - 91056
Located in Dallas, TX
Oversized Tribal Turkish Wool Area Rug This extraordinary rug bursts with raw, untamed energy and
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

turkey  Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Green Ivory Red - 91056
turkey  Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Green Ivory Red - 91056
$70,152 Sale Price
20% Off
W 241 in L 291 in
2.8x4.7 Ft Handmade Vintage Turkish Accent Rug in Soft Color with Soft Wool Pile
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This vintage hand-knotted Turkish rug has soft wool pile and is in very good condition. It features
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Rose Collection Over Size Rug - Wool Brown Red - 90994
Located in Dallas, TX
skilled Turkish artisans, this rug exemplifies superior craftsmanship. Its dense, robust wool pile offers
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Rose Collection Over Size Rug - Wool Brown Red - 90994
Turkish Rose Collection Over Size Rug - Wool Brown Red - 90994
$26,616 Sale Price
20% Off
W 137 in L 233 in
Turkish Serapi Runner Rug - Wool Green Ivory Red Design - 91003
Located in Dallas, TX
fine knotting ensures a dense, compact pile, ideal for high-traffic areas. Natural wool promises long
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20th Century Turkish Serapi Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Serapi Area Rugs - Wool Brown Green Ivory Red - 91006
Located in Dallas, TX
, this Serapi rug exemplifies superior craftsmanship. Its dense, robust wool pile offers inviting texture
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20th Century Turkish Serapi Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Serapi Area Rugs - Wool Brown Green Ivory Red - 91006
Turkish Serapi Area Rugs - Wool Brown Green Ivory Red - 91006
$15,864 Sale Price
20% Off
W 122 in L 156 in
Turkish Rose Collection Over Size Rug - Wool Ivory Red - 90992
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish Rose Collection Oversize Rug: Subtle Green & Earthy Florals A Field of Subtle Grandeur and
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Rose Collection Over Size Rug - Wool Ivory Red - 90992
Turkish Rose Collection Over Size Rug - Wool Ivory Red - 90992
$24,456 Sale Price
20% Off
W 141 in L 208 in
Turkish Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Green Ivory Red - 90975
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish Serapi Oversize Rug: Beige Field & Multi-Toned Tree Motifs A Field of Subtle Grandeur and
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Green Ivory Red - 90975
Turkish Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Green Ivory Red - 90975
$25,440 Sale Price
20% Off
W 136 in L 204 in
4x7 Ft Traditional One of a Kind Vintage Turkish Village Rug, Soft Wool Pile
Located in Spring Valley, NY
motifs in red, pink, dark and light blue and white. The rug is hand knotted with natural sheep's wool
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Tulu Runner in Red, Orange Shag Pile by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
high pile. Originating from Turkey circa 1950-1960, the rug enjoys a geometric pattern in hues of red
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1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

20th Century Red and Black Wool Turkish Tribal Tulu Rug, 1960s
Located in Firenze, IT
black. Tulu 'are Turkish rugs with a high and irregular pile, with very simple decorations and bright
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

5.7x9 Ft Contemporary Wool Area Rug in Red, Handmade in Turkey
Located in Spring Valley, NY
. These 50 to 70 year-old rugs were hand-knotted with organic sheep’s wool on cotton foundation in
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20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

5.7x9 Ft Contemporary Wool Area Rug in Red, Handmade in Turkey
5.7x9 Ft Contemporary Wool Area Rug in Red, Handmade in Turkey
$478 Sale Price
40% Off
W 67.72 in L 106.3 in
7x10.4 Ft Handmade Burgundy Red Area Rug, Contemporary Turkish Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
. These 50 to 70 year-old rugs were hand-knotted with organic sheep’s wool on cotton foundation in
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20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

6x9.2 Ft Modern Handmade Area Rug in Gray & Soft Red, Turkish Low Pile Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
. These 50 to 70 year-old rugs were hand-knotted with organic sheep’s wool on cotton foundation in
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20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

5.3x8.3 Ft Modern Handmade Turkish Low Pile Area Rug in Gray, Maroon Red & Green
Located in Spring Valley, NY
. These 50 to 70 year-old rugs were hand-knotted with organic sheep’s wool on cotton foundation in
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20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Turkey Oushak Small Rug - Wool Ivory Pink Red Design - 94313
Located in Dallas, TX
Oushak Small Rug, It captures the free-spirited essence of the Turkish Oushak weaving tradition
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

3.8x6.8 Ft Handmade Anatolian Floral Rug in Red & Beige with Low Wool Pile
Located in Spring Valley, NY
red. The rug has low wool pile on a tightly woven strong cotton foundation, is in good condition
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1960s Turkish Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Handmade Red Turkish Area Rug, Vintage Geometric Design Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish rug from 1960s. The rug is made of medium wool pile on wool
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

turkey Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Brown Green Ivory Red - 91050
Located in Dallas, TX
Oversized Tribal Turkish Wool Area Rug This extraordinary rug commands attention with its vibrant
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Serapi Over Size Rug - Wool Blue Green Ivory Red - 90996
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish Serapi Oversize Rug: Beige Field & Multi-Toned Patterns A Field of Muted Grandeur and
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

5.6x9 Ft Modern & Contemporary Rug in Dark Red, Handmade Turkish Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
. These 50 to 70 year-old rugs were hand-knotted with organic sheep’s wool on cotton foundation in
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20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

4.8x9.8 Ft Handmade "Tulu" Rug with Long Wool Pile in Red, Yellow & Brown Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage hand-knotted "Tulu" (Turkish word for "long piled") rug from Konya in Central Turkey
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

4x7.3 ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Medallion Design Wool Accent Rug in Red
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage Turkish rug over-dyed in red featuring a medallion design. Finely hand-knotted with low
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

7.8x10.8 Ft Vintage Turkish Rug in Ruby Red, Distressed Handmade Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Vintage distressed Turkish area rug over-dyed in ruby red color. Finely hand-knotted with low wool
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Turkish Serapi Area Rugs - Wool Green Ivory Pink Red - 90976
Located in Dallas, TX
skilled Turkish artisans, this Serapi rug exemplifies superior craftsmanship. Its dense, robust wool pile
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20th Century Persian Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Turkish Serapi Area Rugs - Wool Green Ivory Pink Red - 90976
Turkish Serapi Area Rugs - Wool Green Ivory Pink Red - 90976
$16,776 Sale Price
20% Off
W 122 in L 165 in
Vintage Turkish Tulu Rug, Long hair Angora wool, Green and Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
“two-lou”. Tulu rugs are characteristically long-piled and woven with large knots. "Filikli" tulu rugs
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

4x7 Ft Decorative Modern Handknotted Wool Floral Turkish Accent Rug in Red Color
Located in Spring Valley, NY
. These 50 to 70 year-old rugs were hand-knotted with organic sheep’s wool on cotton foundation in
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Tulu by Mehraban Rugs
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
wool Texture Pile Weave, Shag Origin Turkey Age Type Antique/Vintage.
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1940s Turkish Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

6.5x9.6 Ft Mid-Century Handmade Turkish Wool Rug in Red, Solid Modern Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage handmade and distressed Turkish area rug over-dyed in red colors, great for contemporary
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

30x43 in Handmade Turkish Prayer Rug. 100% Wool. Vintage Red Prayer Mat
Located in Spring Valley, NY
: Low Shape: Rectangle Type: Prayer Rug, Accent Rug Materials: Wool Color: Red Ref No: TEK1854
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1960s Turkish Rustic Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

6x9.7 Ft Vintage Red Handmade Turkish Rug with Botanical Design. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
, Utility/Laundry Room Shape: Rectangle Type: Area Rug Materials: Wool Color: Red Ref No: TEK1642
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1960s Turkish Rustic Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

4.7x12.4 ft Vintage Handmade Distressed Turkish Wool Runner Rug Over-dyed in Red
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage, hand-knotted and distressed Turkish runner rug made of wool, over-dyed in red color
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

4.6x5.2 Ft Traditional Turkish Rug in Red & Beige, Vintage Handmade Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish rug from 1960s. The rug is made of medium wool pile on wool
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Midcentury Kirsehir Runner Red Purple Geometric Vintage Pile Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A midcentury vintage Kirsehir Turkish pile rug, this runner comprises wool for its colorful red
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1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

Hand-Knotted Vintage Turkish Tulu Rug in Multicolor Shag Pile by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
From Rug & Kilim’s Vintage selections, a 4x6 handknotted Tulu rug carrying a comforting high pile
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1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

5x10.2 Ft Traditional Vintage Handmade Turkish Village Rug in Red, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This antique hand knotted Turkish area rug from early 20th century was made by nomads. It has
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

6x9 Ft Modern & Contemporary Rug in Dark Red, Handmade Turkish Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
. These 50 to 70 year-old rugs were hand-knotted with organic sheep’s wool on cotton foundation in
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20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

4x7.3 Ft Vintage Turkish Accent Rug, Traditional Handmade Wool Carpet in Red
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage Turkish accent rug. Finely hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on cotton foundation
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Country Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Tulu Shag rug in Red High PIle, Blue Border Accents by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 4X7 Tulu rug from Turkey circa 1950-1960 joins Rug & Kilim’s Antique
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1950s Turkish Tulu Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

20th Century Red Black and Yellow Wool Geometric Turkish Tribal Tulu Rug
Located in Firenze, IT
this carpet is expressed only three colors red, yellow and black. Tulu 'are Turkish rugs with a high
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug

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Wool

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Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage red wool pile Turkish rug for your home. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, every vintage red wool pile Turkish rug was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the vintage red wool pile Turkish rug you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right vintage red wool pile Turkish rug, those designed in Modern styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Vintage Red Wool Pile Turkish Rug?

The average selling price for a vintage red wool pile Turkish rug at 1stDibs is $1,360, while they’re typically $943 on the low end and $2,621 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Rugs-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.