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Large Vintage Needlepoint Wall Hanging or Floor Covering
Located in Miami, FL
Large Vintage Needlepoint Wall Hanging or Floor Covering
Offered for sale is a large wool
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20th Century Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Canvas
Mid-20th Century Tribal Baknough Woman's Head Covering, Tunisia
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th century tribal baknough (woman's head covering), Chott Oulad Amar, Tunisia.
This is an
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Mid-20th Century Tunisian Tribal Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
5.2x9.2 Ft Banded Tribal Kilim Flat-Weave Rug Floor Covering with Wool Cotton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
covering is light and sturdy. It can be used as a floor covering, wall-hanging, a bed or sofa throw.
Size
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1970s Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
No Reserve
W 61.82 in L 110.24 in
2.8x4.1 ft Handwoven Soft Mohair Wool Kilim, Bed & Floor Covering, Sofa Throw
Located in Philadelphia, PA
lustrous mohair wool in brown, ivory and gray sourced from local "Angora" goats. This minimalist rug is
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Mohair
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W 32.68 in L 49.22 in
Antique Afghan Turkmen Torba Tent Bag
Located in Skokie, IL
hanging or decorative wall covering, circa 1930s-1940s. This torba from Afghanistan Turkmenistan is in
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1930s Afghan Tribal Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
Large Fiber Art Weaving Attributed to Romeo Reyna A Steve Chase Commission
By Steve Chase, Romeo Reyna
Located in Ferndale, MI
this oversize wall covering . Attributed to artist Romeo Reyna believed to have been commissioned by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Jute, Natural Fiber, Reed
5.2x9.2 Ft Striped Kilim Rug with Wool Cotton, Tribal Wall Hanging with Pomps
Located in Philadelphia, PA
covering is light and sturdy.
It can be used as a floor covering, wall-hanging, a bed or sofa throw.
Size
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1970s Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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W 61.82 in L 110.24 in
6.6x10.5 Ft Vintage Bessarabian Kilim, Handmade Wool Rug, Floral Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
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20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 78.75 in L 125.2 in
6.8x12.2 Ft Vintage Bessarabian Kilim, Handwoven Wool Rug, Floral Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
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20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 78.75 in L 145.28 in
6x10 Ft Bessarabian Wool Kilim. Handmade Moldovan Wall Hanging. Rose Pattern Rug
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
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20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
No Reserve
W 70.87 in L 119.3 in
4.2x5 Ft Handmade Turkish Wool Kilim with Colorful Poms, Folk Art, Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
sheep's wool, this eye-catching flat-weave is light and sturdy. It can be used as a floor covering, wall
Category
1970s Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
No Reserve
W 51.19 in L 61.03 in
Hand-Woven Tribal Kurdish Wool Kilim. 3.7x4.7 Ft. Flat-Weave Rug or Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
in various ways such as wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in
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1960s Turkish Tribal Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
No Reserve
W 43.31 in L 55.12 in
4.8x7.5 Ft Hand-Woven Kilim Rug with Wool Poms, Floor & Bed Cover, Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
various ways such as wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and
Category
1970s Turkish Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
No Reserve
W 57.09 in L 88.98 in
Hand-Woven Tribal Kurdish Wool Kilim. 4' x 4'8'' Flat-Weave Rug or Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and village houses and
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Cotton, Wool
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W 48.04 in L 55.12 in
Scandinavian Red Wool Rug
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Wool Scandinavian rug, circa 1960's. Bright, striking rug can be used as a wall covering or floor
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Small Lion Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Mini square size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with a flurry of animals covering a blue
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
8.3x10.8 Ft Vintage Bosnian Kilim, Flat-Weave Rug, 100% Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-weave wool kilim. Crafted with skill and care by Bosnian artisans, this kilim is a testament to the rich
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Late 20th Century Balkan Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
6.9x10.2 Ft Vintage Floral Bessarabian Kilim, Handwoven Wool Rug from Moldova
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 81.5 in L 121.26 in
Antique Russian Brown Horse 20th Century Pictorial Wool Decorative Rug
Located in New York, NY
. The details, texture, wool and colors are incredible in person. You can use as a wall display or floor
Category
20th Century Russian Folk Art Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
7.8x12.7 Ft Vintage Bessarabian Kilim. Handmade Floral Wool Rug from Moldova
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 91.74 in L 150.4 in
7.6x11.4 Ft Handmade Bessarabian Kilim. Vintage Floral Rug. All Wool Tapestry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
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20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 89.38 in L 143.31 in
Vintage Mohair Wool Tulu Rug in Green, Red and Blue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the design world for their minimalist look, comfort and versatility as floor coverings, wall hangings
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1970s Turkish Tulu Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Mohair, Wool
Vintage Turkish Floor Rug in Beige and Black Striped Shaggy Wool
Located in Detroit, MI
and summers are hot. Villagers used Tulu rugs as floor coverings, as bed clothes, as blankets or wall
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Turkish Wool Floor Rug in Beige and Dark Brown Stripes
Located in Detroit, MI
and summers are hot. Villagers used Tulu rugs as floor coverings, as bed clothes, as blankets or wall
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1970s Turkish Tribal Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
7.3x11.9 Ft Vintage Bessarabian Kilim, Floral Handmade Wool Rug, Moldovan Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
No Reserve
W 86.62 in L 140.95 in
3.7x5.2 Ft Striped Handmade Anatolian Kilim Rug with Wool and Cotton Poms
Located in Philadelphia, PA
covering is light and sturdy. It can be used as a floor covering, wall-hanging, a bed or sofa throw
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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W 43.31 in L 61.82 in
5.7x9.4 Ft Vintage Bessarabian Kilim, Handwoven Rug. Floral Tapestry. 100% Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
roses of all colors.
This 100% wool floor covering is handwoven in the flat-weave technique with
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
No Reserve
W 66.54 in L 111.42 in
5.5x7.2 Ft Handmade Bessarabian Kilim, Vintage Rug. Pictorial Tapestry. All Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall decoration and covering as well as area rugs.
The flowers represented on these floral rugs are
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 66.93 in L 86.62 in
7.2x11.6 Ft Vintage Bessarabian Kilim, Floral Handwoven Wool Rug from Moldova
Located in Philadelphia, PA
roses of all colors.
This 100% wool floor covering is handwoven in the flat-weave technique with
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20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
No Reserve
W 85.44 in L 137.8 in
5.8x9.3 Ft Vintage Bessarabian Kilim, Floral Handwoven Wool Rug from Moldova
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 66.93 in L 111.03 in
6.4x9.7 Ft Handmade Bessarabian Kilim, Floral Rug. Vintage Tapestry. All Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 75.99 in L 114.18 in
6.8x9.8 Ft Handmade Bessarabian Wool Kilim Rug, Vintage Floral Moldovan Tapestry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
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20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 79.14 in L 115.36 in
'River of Ponds' Wool Tapestry Rug by Frank Stella, 1970
By Frank Stella
Located in Milan, IT
in 1970 entitled 'Modern Master Tapestries', where the term 'tapestry' was applied both to wall
Category
1970s Indian Modern Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
6.8x11 Ft Floral Pattern Tapestry, Bessarabian Kilim, Hand-Woven Rug, All Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
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20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
No Reserve
W 81.11 in L 130.71 in
7x11.5 Ft Handmade Moldovan Kilim, Floral Bessarabian Rug, Vintage Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 82.68 in L 136.62 in
5x12.2 ft Vintage Handmade Shag Pile Mohair "Tulu" Runner Rug, 100% Natural Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their simple and often minimalist designs, comfort and practicality of usage as a floor covering, wall
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Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 57.88 in L 145.67 in
6.7x10.3 Ft Moldovan Floral Kilim. 1970s Bessarabian Rug. Handmade Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 79.93 in L 123.23 in
6.4x10.5 Ft Unique 1970s Floral Bessarabian Kilim. Bessarabian Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their black grounds, large floral patterns in vivid colors and use as wall decoration and covering as
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
No Reserve
W 75.2 in L 124.41 in
Vintage Persian Shiraz Pictorial Rug, Wall Hanging, Persian Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
tribes like the Qashqai and Khamseh. Hand-knotted using locally sourced wool, these rugs showcase
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Late 20th Century Persian Modern Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
Vintage Pictorial Rug with Native American Couple, Tapestry Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
. Tapestry. Wall hanging. Pictorial Tabriz rug. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Iran (Persia). Measures: 02'00 x
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Late 20th Century Persian Native American Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
3.7x10.9 Ft Vintage Plain Cream Tulu Rug. 100% Natural Undyed Mohair Wool Runner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
their simple and often minimalist designs, comfort and practicality of usage as a floor covering, wall
Category
1980s Turkish Tulu Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 42.52 in L 128.75 in
6x9.6 Ft Vintage Shag Pile Mohair Wool "Tulu" Anatolian Rug in Saffron Yellow
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, comfort and practicality of usage as a floor covering, wall hanging or sofa throw.
They are also
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1970s Turkish Tulu Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Mohair, Wool
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W 70.87 in L 114.18 in
5.4x10.7 Ft Hand Woven Striped Turkish Natural Wool Kilim Rug with Colorful Poms
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and village houses and
Category
1970s Turkish Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Burlap
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W 65.75 in L 128.75 in
Midcentury EGE VAEGRYA Danish Scandinavian Owl Wall hanging Tapestry Art Rug 70s
By Ege Rya, Ege Tæpper
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
. These versatile pieces of home decor were used interchangeably as carpets, bed coverings, and wall
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Wood
W 38.59 in L 43.31 in
Vintage "Filikli" Tulu Rug Made of Mohair 'Angora Wool', Red and Green Colors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
usage as a floor covering, wall hanging or sofa throw. They are also considered as objects of
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tulu Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Angora
No Reserve
W 43.31 in L 56.3 in
8.7x10.5 Ft Vintage Handmade Floral Bessarabian Kilim from Moldova, Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
roses of all colors.
This 100% Wool floor covering is handwoven in the flat-weave technique with
Category
20th Century Moldovan Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 102.76 in L 124.41 in
4.7x11.2 Ft Vintage Filikli Tulu Rug Made of Mohair Wool, Red and Green Colors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
usage as a floor covering, wall hanging or sofa throw. They are also considered as objects of
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Angora
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W 55.12 in L 133.86 in
3x4.7 Ft Vintage Turkish Colorful Kilim. Bed, Floor, Sofa Cover or Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and village houses and
Category
1970s Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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W 35.44 in L 55.12 in
4x11 Ft Mid-Century "Tulu" Runner Rug with Colorful Poms, 100% Soft Mohair Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
covering, wall hanging or sofa throw. They are also considered as objects of collectible folk and textile
Category
1960s Turkish Modern Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 48.04 in L 132.29 in
4.5x5.8 Ft Mid-Century Anatolian Angora "Mohair" Wool Tulu Rug in Purple and Red
Located in Philadelphia, PA
practicality of usage as a floor covering, wall hanging or sofa throw.
They are also considered as objects
Category
1960s Turkish Tulu Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Angora, Wool
No Reserve
W 53.15 in L 68.9 in
3x7 Ft Checkered Vintage Kilim Rug with Red and Green Colors and Wool Pom Poms
Located in Philadelphia, PA
covering, wall hanging or sofa throw. They are also considered as objects of collectible folk and textile
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Cotton, Mohair, Wool
No Reserve
W 36.23 in L 83.47 in
4.7x8.3 ft Turkish Tribal Kilim Rug with Colorful Poms, Wall Hanging, Sofa Throw
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and village houses and
Category
1970s Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
No Reserve
W 55.91 in L 99.61 in
4.8x9 ft Banded Tribal Kilim Rug with Colorful Poms. Bed Cover, Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and village houses and
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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W 56.7 in L 109.06 in
5x7.6 Ft Vintage Handmade Kilim Rug with Colorful Poms, Wall Hanging, Folk Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and village houses and
Category
1970s Turkish Tribal Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Cotton, Wool
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W 60.24 in L 89.77 in
4.2x8.6 Ft Banded Tribal Kilim Rug with Colorful Poms, Bed Cover, Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
various ways such as wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and
Category
1970s Turkish Bohemian Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Cotton, Wool
No Reserve
W 50.01 in L 102.37 in
Vintage Anatolian Hallway Rug, Turkish, Woven, Carpet, Wall, circa 1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Anatolian hallway rug. A Turkish, woven carpet or wall covering, dating to the
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Late 20th Century Turkish Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Other
Vintage Navajo Rug, Trading Post Era Southwestern Weaving, Red Brown Black White
By Navajo
Located in Denver, CO
pattern of native hand spun wool in natural fleece colors of brown black, gray brown and ivory (white
Category
20th Century American Native American Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
W 73.75 in L 58.75 in
4.5x11.2 Ft Vintage Banded Handmade Turkish Kilim (Flatweave) with Colorful Poms
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage flat-weave (Kilim) from Turkey. Handwoven in wool, this eye-catching floor covering is
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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W 53.15 in L 133.86 in
3x3.8 Ft Hand-Made Anatolian Kilim Rug with Colorful Poms, Great for Kids Room
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wall-hangings, bedding covers, tent dividers, curtains, floor coverings in tents and village houses and
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1970s Turkish Folk Art Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool
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W 33.47 in L 45.28 in
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
quincunx-style geometric flowers in the same hues. This versatile piece could be a wall-hanging, furniture
Category
1960s Swedish Wall Covering Wool Vintage
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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Wall Covering Wool Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the wall covering wool vintage you’re looking for. Each wall covering wool vintage for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and cotton. If you’re shopping for a wall covering wool vintage, we have 184 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer wall covering wool vintage, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right wall covering wool vintage, those designed in mid-century modern, folk art and modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one wall covering wool vintage that is appealing in its simplicity, but Navajo, Navajo Indian Art and Berber Tribes of Morocco produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Wall Covering Wool Vintage?
Prices for a wall covering wool vintage start at $345 and top out at $30,000 with the average selling for $1,759.
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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