Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Zebra Hide Rug in the Style of Ralph Lauren
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous Zebra Hide Rug - a compliment to many settings and especially those with a Ralph Lauren
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20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Animal Skin
Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
details below. We think it looks stellar paired with one of our zebra hide rugs. What more do ya need
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Leather, Zebra Hide
Chaise Lounge in Schumacher Fabric with Zebra Rug
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
casters for mobility. Paired with a zebra rug trimmed in the same Schumacher fabric, it's Karen Blixen
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20th Century American Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Cowhide Area Rug in Multiple Colors
Located in New York, NY
A selection of cow hide area rugs in a range of colors. USA, circa 2000.
Rug in main photo
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Cowhide
Vintage African Tapestry Wall Hanging with British Colonial Safari Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77336, vintage African rug tapestry. Reminiscences of an exotic journey and worldy sophistication
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Mid-20th Century Kenyan British Colonial Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Wool
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Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
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Late 19th Century European Moorish Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Wrought Iron
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Pair of Billy Baldwin Style Leopard Velvet Stools with Leather Piping c. 1970s
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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H 17.75 in W 21 in D 21 in
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Three-Piece "Duchesse Brisee"
Located in Dallas, TX
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Walnut, Fabric
Exceptional Jack Lenor Larsen ~Primavera~ Velvet Playpen Sofa and Ottomans
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous down filled sofa upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera velvet with a pair of oversize matching ottomans.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Upholstery
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Ralph Lauren Modern Metropolis Bed in Mahogany
By Ralph Lauren
Located in NYC, NY
A Queen-Sized Ralph Lauren bed in a beautiful mahogany veneer with Prelle black silk velvet from Paris upholstered on the headboard and footboard.
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2010s Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Mahogany
Modern Cream Gradient Velvet Wave Bench Ebony Veneer Base
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
21th century Contemporary cream bench & Ebony veneer base bold shapes
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Velvet, Wood, Ebony
Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
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Brass
Cristalleries De Baccarat, a Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Tsarine Torcheres
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Cristalleries De Baccarat, A Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Twenty-Four Light Tsarine Torcheres, Standing Floor Chandeliers.
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20th Century French Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Crystal
H 86 in W 33 in D 33 in
Ralph Lauren Leather Crocodile Day Planner Spiral Rings and Sterling Closure
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Day planner cover.
The original Stamped crocodile leather is in great condition with rings inside, the ability to hold 5 credit cards, Identification and pockets for pa...
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20th Century North American Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Sterling Silver, Chrome
Ralph Lauren Home Collection Woven Rattan Wicker Bed
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Organic modern style woven bamboo rattan bed by Ralph Lauren Home Polo collection. The bed features a subtle sleigh form on each end of the frame. Very heavy and solid with makers pl...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Metal
Pair - White Matelassé Covered Swivel Club Chairs and Ottoman, Hickory Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th C. Hickory chair off white matelassé covered swivel club chairs with a matching ottoman. The set is covered in Sovereign Upholstery by Hickory Chair with a welt trim and ki...
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1990s American American Classical Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Cotton, Wood, Down
Stamped early 18th Century Louis XVI Duchesse Brisee Longue Chair French Bergère
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Extremely rare French Louis XVI Duchesse Brisee (Chaise Longue or Lounge chair) by Nicolas-Jean Marchand, circa 1730s. Beautifully hand carved oak wood, newly restored and reupholste...
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1730s French Louis XVI Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Oak
H 38 in W 70 in D 27 in
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Trophy Grade Zebra Hide
Located in New York, NY
Tanzanian Trophy Grade Zebra Hide
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20th Century Tanzanian Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Large Vintage Burchell's Zebra Skin Rug Gorgeous!
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunnningly beautiful zebra skin rug
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Late 20th Century Namibian Rustic Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful real zebra hide rug. I’m vintage used condition. Great for any home. Awesome detail.
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1970s American Navajo Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Leather
Zebra Hide Rug on Felt
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A zebra hide rug mounted on felt. The hide has seams that allow the zebra to lie fairly flat. Some
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1960s African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Large and Exceptional Zebra Hide Rug
Located in New York, NY
Large zebra hide rug with intact mane and tail mounted on black felt, American 1970's
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1970s American Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Large Zebra Hide Rug with Black Felt Backing
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Large vintage zebra hide rug with felt backing.
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Mid-20th Century African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Chic Authentic African Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Authentic African Burchell Zebra hide rug lined on the back in black felt. There are minor losses
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1960s African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Zebra Hide Rug Trimmed in Leather
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
hair quality, tanning excellence, and size. Forsyth zebra hide rugs are found in the most beautiful
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20th Century Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Cotton Canvas, Leather, Zebra Hide
Large Distressed Antique Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Highland, IN
This striking Burchell zebra hide rug is uncommon for it's large size and for the distressed patina
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1950s South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Felt, Hide, Zebra Hide
Zebra Hide Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Nicely figured with mane and tail intact, felt backed.
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Late 20th Century South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Zebra Hide Rug Trimmed in Maasai Warrior Blanket
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
quality, tanning excellence, and size. Forsyth zebra hide rugs are found in the most beautiful homes on
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20th Century Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Cotton Canvas, Zebra Hide
Vintage Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in New York, NY
Fully backed with black felt.
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1970s South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Vintage Brown and White Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
Zebra Hide in rich brown and white with full mane and tail mounted onto felt backing.
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20th Century African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide, Felt
Authentic Zebra Hide Rug, South Africa, 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Zebra hide trimmed in leather. There are two available.
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1970s South African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Large Zebra Hide Rug, Taxidermy with Felt Backing
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful and large specimen taxidermy zebra rug with black felt backing.
Great piece for the
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Late 20th Century African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Large and Chic Authentic African Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking antique burchell zebra hide from Africa. Newly backed with chocolate brown felt. Measures
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1960s South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Zebra Hide Rug, with a Fabulous Coat
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This is one of the best zebra rugs that I have seen. The markings are great, and the coat is longer
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1960s Central African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Large High Quality Burchell Zebra Hide Rug Well Marked and Great Color
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Measuring 105 inches including the tail this zebra hide features desirable colors with great
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Late 20th Century African Hollywood Regency Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Hide
Mounted Zebra Hide
Located in Danville, CA
Large Black and White Zebra Hide Rug mounted on felt backing.
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Late 20th Century African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide, Felt
Large Zebra Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beautifully restored zebra hide rug. Purchased in Italy.
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1960s Italian Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Authentic Vintage Zebra Rug
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Large and beautiful Zebra hide rug in dark brown and cream, felted in dark brown
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1970s African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide, Felt
Fine Zebra Hide
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A good and complete older zebra skin in excellent condition having vivid and bold patterning.
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1950s South African Tribal Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Zebra Skin Rug
Located in Water Mill, NY
Zebra Skin in Brown Shades
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20th Century African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Zebra Skin Rug Vintage
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Zebra Skin rug in black turning to dark chocolate brown and creamy white/beige with black
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20th Century South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Vintage Zebra Skin Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage zebra skin with lots of character. Warm muted brown tone stripes, and felt backing
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20th Century African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Striking Vintage Zebra Rug
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Medium to large, South African vintage Burchell zebra rug with felted back.
Dark brown almost
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1940s South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide, Felt
Zebra Hide
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful zebra hide… large and in great condition, this zebra is great for any rug floor covering
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20th Century African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Zebra Skin 'Burchelli'
Located in London, GB
Grade A zebra skin. Brown and cream tones. Soft supple skin.
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Late 20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Vintage Zebra Hide Mosaic Rug - circa 1940's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Zebra Hide Mosaic Rug, circa 1940s. Great graphic appeal as a rug, carpet or tapestry. It
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1940s African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide, Felt
Zebra Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage zebra skin with felt backing. This skin shows age and fading. Measurements below do not
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20th Century Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Large Zebra Print Steer Hide Area Rug
Located in Bellport, NY
An excellent quality, stenciled zebra print, steer hide area rug.
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20th Century South American Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Vintage Taxidermy Zebra Skin Rug with Felt Backing, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
A lovely taxidermy Burchell's Zebra skin rug, circa 1970.
The zebra (Equus quagga burchelli
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1970s Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Animal Skin
Zebra Printed Brazilian Cowhide
Located in New York, NY
Premium Brazilian cowhide with a black striped stenciled zebra on a light brown/beige hair on hide
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Vintage Zebra Skin Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large zebra skin with felt backing. Measurements do not include tail.
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20th Century Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Antique Zebra Skin Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Zebra Rug
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1960s American Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Zebra Rug
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A zebra rug or hide, mid century, great markings.
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1960s African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Burchell Zebra Skin Rug
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Antique taxidermy zebra skin.
A beautiful vintage Burchell Zebra skin rug or wall hanging. The
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1930s African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Genuine Extra Large Burchell Zebra Skin with Black Felt Lining as a Rug
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This Burchell Taxidermy zebra skin backed with felt as a rug is 112 inches long and 74 inches wide
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Mid-20th Century African British Colonial Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide, Felt
Vintage Persian Mazandaran Striped Kilim Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
trees, zebra hide, and Campaign style furniture. Warm and inviting, this vintage Kilim area rug would
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Wool
Vintage Zebra Skin Taxidermy Rug, Late 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A lovely taxidermy Burchell's Zebra skin rug, circa 1970 in date.
Beautifully well marked
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1970s Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Animal Skin
Vintage French Kilim
Located in New York, NY
the beautifully proportioned field. This regal vintage French zebra print rug is stylish, modern and
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Wool
Buchelli Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage and well worn Zebra Hide rug. Buchelli Zebra from Botswana. The age and wear make this
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20th Century Botswanan Rustic Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Buchelli Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage and well worn Zebra Hide rug. Buchelli Zebra from Botswana. The age and wear make this
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20th Century Botswanan Rustic Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Vintage African Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful real zebra hide rug. In vintage used condition. Great for any home. Awesome detail. A
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Large, Well Marked, Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large sized Burchell zebra hide rug on a black felt backing, having dark stripes contrasting to
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1970s South African Hollywood Regency Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Zebra Hide Rug with Felt Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice Zebra hide rug with felt backing. The outline is in a vinyl trim. A compliment to many
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20th Century African Organic Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide, Felt, Naugahyde
Distressed Antique Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Highland, IN
This exceptional Burchell zebra hide rug is uncommon for a number of reasons. Rather than a dark
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1950s South African Tribal Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide, Felt, Rubber
Vintage Zebra Hide Rug, Newly Backed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Zebra Hide rug, newly backed, Exceptional large size 10 feet long x 6 feet wide, 52" wide
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Late 20th Century South African Sporting Art Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Animal Skin, Felt
Zebra Hide Rug
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Our grade A Burchell's zebra hides are hand selected with a critical eye for their one-of-a-kind
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20th Century South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Authentic Vintage Felt Backed Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Authentic zebra hide rug - a perfect compliment to many rooms, mixing any interior with the
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20th Century Zambian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide, Felt
Zebra hide rug
Located in Highland, IN
A fantastic vintage rug, this zebra hide is fully backed with felt. It has particularly beautiful
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20th Century Unknown Other Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide, Felt
Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
condition - Zebra rugs add depth and character to a room, the pattern is great way to add interest and
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20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
Large Heavily Distressed Antique Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Highland, IN
This exceptional Burchell zebra hide rug is uncommon for several reasons including its large size
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1960s Kenyan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Felt, Rubber, Zebra Hide
Zebra Hide Rug, Vintage
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful zebra hide from South Africa. It is backed with wool fabric and trimmed with leather.
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1970s South African Organic Modern Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Exceptional Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Strong contrasting colors with nice felt backing. Great size as well.
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1990s Zimbabwean Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide, Felt
Superb "Burchell" Zebra Hide Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Nicely figured with strong contrasting colors. Good scale. Felt backed.
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Late 20th Century South African Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide, Felt
African Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful for texture and added organic color, African Burchell zebra rugs bring warmth and ethnic
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Mid-20th Century Afghan Primitive Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Hide
Vintage African Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Wichita, KS
Beautiful and large hide with contrasting colors.
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20th Century South African British Colonial Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Zebra Hide
Large Vintage Burchell Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Highland, IN
A fantastic vintage rug, this zebra hide is fully backed with black felt. It has particularly
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20th Century African Other Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
Materials
Felt, Zebra Hide
Vintage Zebra Hide Rug, Africa, c. 1970's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage authentic zebra hide. Can be used as a safari rug, as tapestry, or as upholstery. In hues
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1970s African Rustic Vintage Zebra Hide Rug
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Zebra Hide
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Vintage Zebra Hide Rug For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage zebra hide rug you’re looking for. A vintage zebra hide rug — often made from animal skin, zebra hide and fabric — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage zebra hide rug, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right vintage zebra hide rug, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage zebra hide rug over the years, but those crafted by Jonas Brothers Taxidermy, Knoll and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Vintage Zebra Hide Rug?
Prices for a vintage zebra hide rug start at $575 and top out at $12,000 with the average selling for $2,400.
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.
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