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Zabihi Collection Pink Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner
Zabihi Collection Pink Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Zabihi Collection Pink Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

W 33 in L 112 in

Zabihi Collection Pink Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in New York, NY

Mid-20th century tribal Turkish Anatolian runner in Pink tones. Measures: 2'9" x 9'3''.

Category

20th Century Turkish Bohemian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner
Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner

Zabihi Collection Narrow Persian Neutral Heriz Runner

Located in New York, NY

A narrow Persian Heriz Karadja runner from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. Measures: 1 '10” x

Category

20th Century Persian Tribal Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Mahal Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1005
Handmade Vintage Mahal Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1005

Handmade Vintage Mahal Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1005

$1,037Sale Price|75% Off

W 31.11 in L 118.51 in

Handmade Vintage Mahal Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1005

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Persian Mahal runner in all-over design. The runner is from the end of 20th

Category

1960s Indian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Wide Bohemian Turkish Tulu Shag Runner
Wide Bohemian Turkish Tulu Shag Runner

Wide Bohemian Turkish Tulu Shag Runner

Located in New York, NY

Wild colors highlight this Turkish Tulu Shag rug from the third quarter of the 20th century Measures: 3'7" x 8'11".

Category

20th Century Turkish Futurist Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Hanbel Rug Kilim Runner
Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Hanbel Rug Kilim Runner

Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Hanbel Rug Kilim Runner

$4,368Sale Price|20% Off

W 37 in L 197 in

Vintage Zemmour Moroccan Hanbel Rug Kilim Runner

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Dallas, TX

runner, exquisitely handwoven by the skilled artisans of the Zemmour Tribe nestled in the picturesque

Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Long Turkish Runner with Royal Blue Ground
Long Turkish Runner with Royal Blue Ground

Long Turkish Runner with Royal Blue Ground

Located in New York, NY

This usefully narrow kenare (runner) shows a pattern of four four hooked cartouches, all with

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

ON SALE Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner
ON SALE Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

ON SALE Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Turkish Oushak rug runner made in Turkey circa 1980's vintage. Size

Category

1980s Turkish Oushak Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Style Chinese Silk-Wool Runner
Vintage Persian Style Chinese Silk-Wool Runner

Vintage Persian Style Chinese Silk-Wool Runner

$2,132Sale Price|20% Off

W 30 in L 128 in

Vintage Persian Style Chinese Silk-Wool Runner

Located in Dallas, TX

78299 vintage Persian style Chinese silk-wool Runner, Measures: 02'06 x 10'08.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Tabriz Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Silk

Kareje Semi-Antique Runner - 2'11" x 13'4"
Kareje Semi-Antique Runner - 2'11" x 13'4"

Kareje Semi-Antique Runner - 2'11" x 13'4"

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Kareje Runner, a captivating masterpiece that seamlessly marries tradition and

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Turkish Kilim Gallery Size Runner, 4' x 11'5''
Vintage Turkish Kilim Gallery Size Runner, 4' x 11'5''

Vintage Turkish Kilim Gallery Size Runner, 4' x 11'5''

Located in New York, NY

a Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim gallery size runner in the style of midcentury modern. 4' x 11'5''

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Handmade vintage Indian Seraband runner 1970s - 1C813
Handmade vintage Indian Seraband runner 1970s - 1C813

Handmade vintage Indian Seraband runner 1970s - 1C813

$685Sale Price|60% Off

W 29.14 in L 118.51 in

Handmade vintage Indian Seraband runner 1970s - 1C813

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Indian Seraband runner in original condition, it has some age discolorations. The

Category

1970s Chinese Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Wonderful Early 20th Century Shahseven Kilim Runner
Wonderful Early 20th Century Shahseven Kilim Runner

Wonderful Early 20th Century Shahseven Kilim Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic mid-20th century Shahseven Kilim runner with a bold pattern containing natural, undyed

Category

1940s Persian Kilim Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Hamadan Semi-Antique Runner - 3'6" x 9'4"
Hamadan Semi-Antique Runner - 3'6" x 9'4"

Hamadan Semi-Antique Runner - 3'6" x 9'4"

Located in New York, NY

Introducing our captivating Hamadan Runner, a harmonious blend of traditional allure and timeless

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Earth-Tone Vintage Persian Malayer Rug Runner
Earth-Tone Vintage Persian Malayer Rug Runner

Earth-Tone Vintage Persian Malayer Rug Runner

$2,020Sale Price|20% Off

W 50 in L 104 in

Earth-Tone Vintage Persian Malayer Rug Runner

Located in Dallas, TX

75216 Vintage Persian Malayer Runner, 04’02 x 08’08. Emanating modern style with incredible

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Handmade vintage Uzbek Bukhara runner, 1960s - 1C739
Handmade vintage Uzbek Bukhara runner, 1960s - 1C739

Handmade vintage Uzbek Bukhara runner, 1960s - 1C739

$938Sale Price|60% Off

W 32.68 in L 108.27 in

Handmade vintage Uzbek Bukhara runner, 1960s - 1C739

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Uzbek Bukhara runner in original condition, it has some age wear. The rug made in

Category

1960s Chinese Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Vintage Sumak Runner
Mid-20th Century Vintage Sumak Runner

Mid-20th Century Vintage Sumak Runner

Located in Norwalk, CT

This Sumakh features an all-over style with a multi-color pattern. This rug measures 5'2'' x 10'09''.

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Sumak Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Turkish Anatolian runner handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 2" x 10' 6".

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Vintage Camel Blue Color Persian Runner
Zabihi Collection Vintage Camel Blue Color Persian Runner

Zabihi Collection Vintage Camel Blue Color Persian Runner

Located in New York, NY

A 1940's persian runner in brown and soft blue Details rug no. 31469 size 3' x 15' 4" (91 x 467 cm)

Category

20th Century Persian Pre-Columbian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Turkish Anatolian runner handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 1" x 10' 9".

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Serab Semi-Antique Runner - 3'5" x 15'0"
Serab Semi-Antique Runner - 3'5" x 15'0"

Serab Semi-Antique Runner - 3'5" x 15'0"

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Sarab Runner, a stunning piece of artistry that effortlessly blends traditional

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Mahal Semi-Antique Runner - 4'6" x 13'7"
Mahal Semi-Antique Runner - 4'6" x 13'7"

Mahal Semi-Antique Runner - 4'6" x 13'7"

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Mahal Runner, a captivating work of art that marries tradition with an elegant and

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Cosmic Runner (Retro Suite I), Peter Max
Cosmic Runner (Retro Suite I), Peter Max

Peter MaxCosmic Runner (Retro Suite I), Peter Max, 1994

$3,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 11 in W 11 in

Cosmic Runner (Retro Suite I), Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Cosmic Runner (Retro Suite I) Year: 1994 Edition: 137/300, plus

Category

1990s Pop Art Vintage Runner

Materials

Screen

Zabihi Collection Beni Ourain Moroccan Wide Runner
Zabihi Collection Beni Ourain Moroccan Wide Runner

Zabihi Collection Beni Ourain Moroccan Wide Runner

Located in New York, NY

A one-of-a-kind Authentic Moroccan runner from the middle of the 20th century. This piece is pretty

Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Persian Gabbeh Runner, circa 1960s, Colorful
Persian Gabbeh Runner, circa 1960s, Colorful

Persian Gabbeh Runner, circa 1960s, Colorful

Located in New York, NY

The partially red field abrashes out while presenting five side-hooked Memling guls in royal blue, light blue, reds, straw and teal. Boldly drawn with no intrusive lesser elements.

Category

1960s Persian Tribal Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Vintage Tabriz Runner with a Pink Details
Vintage Tabriz Runner with a Pink Details

Vintage Tabriz Runner with a Pink Details

Located in New York, NY

The medium slate field is pinched and pointed on the ends, and shows five ragged cartouches, all with shield pendants, with a supporting fill of leaves and rosettes. Inner broad ecru...

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Red Antique Distressed Heriz Handmade Wool Runner
Red Antique Distressed Heriz Handmade Wool Runner

Red Antique Distressed Heriz Handmade Wool Runner

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful antique Heriz hand knotted wool runner with a red and blue field. This Heriz runner has

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Malayer runner handmade during the mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Karejeh Semi-Antique runner - 3'2" x 17'4"
Karejeh Semi-Antique runner - 3'2" x 17'4"

Karejeh Semi-Antique runner - 3'2" x 17'4"

Located in New York, NY

Introducing our exquisite Karejeh Runner, a true masterpiece that marries tradition and elegance in

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Other Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Heriz Runner, circa 1950s, Excellent Condiiton
Heriz Runner, circa 1950s, Excellent Condiiton

Heriz Runner, circa 1950s, Excellent Condiiton

Located in New York, NY

The madder sub-field displays five cartouche-octogramme medallions with secondary bottehs, jagged leaves and linear vinery. The main dark blue border shows lozenges with paired rams'...

Category

1950s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Whimsical Red Turkish Fine Narrow Runner
Zabihi Collection Whimsical Red Turkish Fine Narrow Runner

Zabihi Collection Whimsical Red Turkish Fine Narrow Runner

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th-century fine Turkish Sivas runner in predominantly red Measures: 2'7'' x 12'9''

Category

20th Century Turkish Agra Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Late 20th Century Geometric Oushak Runner
Late 20th Century Geometric Oushak Runner

Late 20th Century Geometric Oushak Runner

Located in New York, NY

The soft red field displays six "Ghirlandaio" medallions with colorful flaps round central squares with fractional stepped medallions on the blue surrounding ground. The ivory border...

Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

North-West Persian runner - 3'6" x 12'9"
North-West Persian runner - 3'6" x 12'9"

North-West Persian runner - 3'6" x 12'9"

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the captivating allure of our Northwest Persian Runner – a true masterpiece that

Category

Late 20th Century Persian Other Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Tribal Small Runner
Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Tribal Small Runner

Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Tribal Small Runner

Located in New York, NY

mid 20th century Turkish Tribal Small Runner Details rug no. j4007 size 2' 6" x 5' 7" (76 x 170 cm)

Category

20th Century Turkish Rustic Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Hamadan Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Hamadan Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Hamadan Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Hamadan runner handmade during the mid-20th century with cotton highlights

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Bold Mid-20th Century Turkish Bessarabian Runner
Bold Mid-20th Century Turkish Bessarabian Runner

Bold Mid-20th Century Turkish Bessarabian Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

A bold mid-20th century Turkish Bessarabian runner with all-over trellis floral and vine pattern

Category

1960s Turkish Kilim Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau 1930s Antique Persian Feraghan Runner
Doris Leslie Blau 1930s Antique Persian Feraghan Runner

Doris Leslie Blau 1930s Antique Persian Feraghan Runner

Located in New York, NY

1930s Antique Persian Feraghan Runner Size: 3'3" × 14'0" (99 × 426 cm) This 1930s Antique Persian

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Persian Tabriz Runner, Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk, 1990s, Iran
Persian Tabriz Runner, Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk, 1990s, Iran

Persian Tabriz Runner, Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk, 1990s, Iran

Located in Barrington, IL

This exquisite Persian Tabriz runner, woven in the late 1900s, showcases a sophisticated medallion

Category

1990s Persian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Vintage Persian Heriz Runner, Hand-Knotted Wool, Ivory, 1900s
Vintage Persian Heriz Runner, Hand-Knotted Wool, Ivory, 1900s

Vintage Persian Heriz Runner, Hand-Knotted Wool, Ivory, 1900s

Located in Barrington, IL

A beautiful vintage Persian Heriz runner, handwoven in the second quarter of the 20th century. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Runner
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Runner

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in New York, NY

A wool pile on a wool foundation. This mid-20th century Turkish Anatolian runner presents a softly

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Runner
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Runner

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in New York, NY

A wool pile on a wool foundation. This mid-20th century Turkish Anatolian runner presents a highly

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Tibetan Throw Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Tibetan Throw Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Tibetan Throw Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Tibetan rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 6" x

Category

Mid-20th Century Tibetan Art Deco Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Funky Mid-Century Modern Turkish Deco Runner
Funky Mid-Century Modern Turkish Deco Runner

Funky Mid-Century Modern Turkish Deco Runner

Located in New York, NY

A colorful mid-20th century shabby chic Turkish runner. Measures: 1'9” x 5'7”.

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Banded Karapinar Anatolian Striped Kilim Wide Runner
Banded Karapinar Anatolian Striped Kilim Wide Runner

Banded Karapinar Anatolian Striped Kilim Wide Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

Banded Karapinar Anatolian striped wide runner, Turkish mid-20th century. The original kilim was

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Hand Knotted Bidjar Runner
Early 20th Century Hand Knotted Bidjar Runner

Early 20th Century Hand Knotted Bidjar Runner

Located in New York, NY

Woven in the Kurdish town of Bidjar around the 1920s, this dense “iron rug” arranges a spine of eight stacked diamonds on a blush-rose ground. Each diamond is stepped and outlined in...

Category

1950s Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Wonderful Early 20th Cenrury Zarand Kilim Runner
Wonderful Early 20th Cenrury Zarand Kilim Runner

Wonderful Early 20th Cenrury Zarand Kilim Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful early 20th century Persian Zarand Kilim runner with four large-scale diamond medallions

Category

1940s Persian Kilim Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Rölakan runner in wool with geometric pattern. Sweden, 1960s
Rölakan runner in wool with geometric pattern. Sweden, 1960s

Rölakan runner in wool with geometric pattern. Sweden, 1960s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Swedish textile designer Rölakan runner, 1960s. Handwoven rölakan runner in wool with a geometric

Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Malayer rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Hamadan Runner
Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Hamadan Runner

Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Persian Hamadan Runner

Located in New York, NY

A wool pile on a cotton foundation. This mid-20th century Persian Hamadan runner presents a lively

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Malayer rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Persian Malayer rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Pair of Matching Vintage Persian Heriz Runners
Pair of Matching Vintage Persian Heriz Runners

Pair of Matching Vintage Persian Heriz Runners

$9,599Sale Price / set|20% Off

W 43 in L 169 in

Pair of Matching Vintage Persian Heriz Runners

Located in Dallas, TX

60883-60887 pair of matching vintage Persian Heriz Runners with Mid-Century Modern style. With a

Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Persain Runner Rug (39 x 216) - Oushak Design
Persain Runner Rug (39 x 216) - Oushak Design

Persain Runner Rug (39 x 216) - Oushak Design

Located in Dallas, TX

Timeless Elegance: Hand-Knotted Iranian Oushak Wool Runner in Charcoal and Blue Step into a world

Category

20th Century Persian Oushak Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner

Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Turkish Anatolian modern style rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Gabbeh Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1029
Handmade Vintage Gabbeh Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1029

Handmade Vintage Gabbeh Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1029

$541Sale Price|75% Off

W 28.35 in L 76.38 in

Handmade Vintage Gabbeh Style Runner, 1960s, 1C1029

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Gabbeh runner in different shades of grey color. The rug is from the end of 20th

Category

1960s Asian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Kareje Semi-Antique Runner - 3'8" x 11'1"
Kareje Semi-Antique Runner - 3'8" x 11'1"

Kareje Semi-Antique Runner - 3'8" x 11'1"

Located in New York, NY

Behold the timeless allure of the Kareje runner, a magnificent piece that effortlessly marries

Category

1970s Persian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Long Antique Persian Malayer Runner
Zabihi Collection Long Antique Persian Malayer Runner

Zabihi Collection Long Antique Persian Malayer Runner

Located in New York, NY

1920s Persian Malayer in green, caramel, khaki and brown Details rug no. j3023 size 2' 8" x 17' 9" (81 x 541 cm) rug type Malayer

Category

20th Century Persian Malayer Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Red Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner
Zabihi Collection Red Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Zabihi Collection Red Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

$1,800Sale Price|48% Off

W 35 in L 165 in

Zabihi Collection Red Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner

Located in New York, NY

Narrow and long vintage Turkish Anatolian runner in a deep red tone. Measures: 2'11" x 13'9".

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Bohemian Vintage Runner

Materials

Wool

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Vintage Runner For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage runner for your home. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, every vintage runner was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage runner — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right vintage runner, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one vintage runner that is appealing in its simplicity, but Berber Tribes of Morocco, Zeki Müren and Mehraban Rugs produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Runner?

A vintage runner can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,467, while the lowest priced sells for $18 and the highest can go for as much as $90,000.

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.