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Early 20th Century Western Electric  Desk Telephone
Early 20th Century Western Electric  Desk Telephone

Early 20th Century Western Electric Desk Telephone

By Western Electric

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a WESTERN Electric Desk Telephone. It depicts a black color telephone with an oval base and

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Western Antique Bar

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Metal

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4.3 x 6.5 ft -1C1274
Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4.3 x 6.5 ft -1C1274

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4.3 x 6.5 ft -1C1274

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A character-rich handmade antique Persian Hamadan rug, dating from the 1920s, featuring a bold geometric medallion design enhanced by a beautifully aged, distressed surface. This ru...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4.2 x 6.4 ft -1C1275
Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4.2 x 6.4 ft -1C1275

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4.2 x 6.4 ft -1C1275

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A striking handmade antique Persian Hamadan rug from the 1920s, showcasing a bold tribal composition with a strong central medallion and highly decorative geometric motifs. This pie...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4 x 6.5 ft -1C1273
Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4 x 6.5 ft -1C1273

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Distressed Wool 4 x 6.5 ft -1C1273

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A striking handmade antique Persian Hamadan rug, dating from the 1920s, featuring a richly patterned geometric design softened by a beautifully worn patina. This piece showcases the...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Red Floral Wool 3.4 x 4.8 ft -1C1272
Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Red Floral Wool 3.4 x 4.8 ft -1C1272

Handmade Antique Persian Hamadan Rug 1920s Red Floral Wool 3.4 x 4.8 ft -1C1272

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A beautiful handmade antique Persian Hamadan rug, dating from the 1920s, featuring a richly detailed floral medallion design set against a vibrant red field. This piece reflects the...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug Colorful Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug Colorful Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug Colorful Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool and originating in France circa 1850-1900, this 10x15 Antique French Savonnerie rug in the Neoclassical style is a rare masterpiece from Rug & Kilim’s European r...

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1890s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Oversized Antique Axminster Rug in Red and Gold Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique Axminster Rug in Red and Gold Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique Axminster Rug in Red and Gold Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made in handwoven wool and originating from England circa 1900, this 14x24 oversized antique Axminster rug is a grand-scale example from Rug & Kilim’s European collection. It represe...

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1910s English Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Rug 1920s Large Red, 9 x 11.9 ft -1C1268
Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Rug 1920s Large Red, 9 x 11.9 ft -1C1268

Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Rug 1920s Large Red, 9 x 11.9 ft -1C1268

Located in Bordeaux, FR

An elegant handmade antique Persian Kerman rug, dating from the 1920s, featuring a refined floral medallion design set against a rich and luminous red field. This piece exemplifies ...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Rug 1920s Large Red, 8.8 x 11.9 ft -1C1267
Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Rug 1920s Large Red, 8.8 x 11.9 ft -1C1267

Handmade Antique Persian Kerman Rug 1920s Large Red, 8.8 x 11.9 ft -1C1267

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A beautiful handmade antique Persian Kerman rug, dating from the 1920s, featuring an elegant and highly decorative floral composition set against a rich red field. This piece showca...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

1880 Aubusson Flatwoven French Aubusson Napoleon III
1880 Aubusson Flatwoven French Aubusson Napoleon III

1880 Aubusson Flatwoven French Aubusson Napoleon III

Located in New York, NY

This is a magnificent pre-1900 antique Napoleon III French Aubusson featuring a soft ivory palette and a beautifully bold floral design that reflects refined European elegance, datin...

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1880s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

1890 Antique English Needlepoint Overall Geometric Rug Tapestry
1890 Antique English Needlepoint Overall Geometric Rug Tapestry

1890 Antique English Needlepoint Overall Geometric Rug Tapestry

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful antique English needlepoint featuring a bold colorway and an easy allover geometric design that creates strong visual depth and dimension, dating to circa 1890. Beautiful a...

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1890s English Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Fine Antique Austrian Savonnerie Rug 13'11'' x 14'3''
Fine Antique Austrian Savonnerie Rug 13'11'' x 14'3''

Fine Antique Austrian Savonnerie Rug 13'11'' x 14'3''

Located in New York, NY

Fine Antique Austrian Savonnerie Rug 13'11'' x 14'3''. This Spanish-design, high pile square carpet shows a straw field with eight complete offset rows of upright flowers with ragged...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique Persian Sarouk Rug 1920s Large Handmade Wool Floral 9.2 x 11.6 ft -1B994
Antique Persian Sarouk Rug 1920s Large Handmade Wool Floral 9.2 x 11.6 ft -1B994

Antique Persian Sarouk Rug 1920s Large Handmade Wool Floral 9.2 x 11.6 ft -1B994

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A beautiful handmade antique Persian Sarouk rug from the 1920s, showcasing the timeless elegance and craftsmanship that make Sarouk rugs highly sought after. This piece features a r...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Oval Wool 1920s 3.1 x 5.2 ft -1B991
Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Oval Wool 1920s 3.1 x 5.2 ft -1B991

Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Oval Wool 1920s 3.1 x 5.2 ft -1B991

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A beautiful handmade antique Chinese Art Deco rug from the 1920s, featuring a refined oval shape and an elegant floral composition set against a warm neutral field. This piece refle...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique Ukrainian Needlepoint Ukrainian Rug Handmade 1900 Black
Antique Ukrainian Needlepoint Ukrainian Rug Handmade 1900 Black

Antique Ukrainian Needlepoint Ukrainian Rug Handmade 1900 Black

Located in New York, NY

Super rare antique Ukrainian needlepoint featuring a unique colorway, impressive size, and bold Art Nouveau geometric design that creates a striking visual statement. Super rare anti...

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Early 1900s Ukrainian Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, 1920s, Wool, Tribal, 4.3 x 6.6 ft -1N125
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, 1920s, Wool, Tribal, 4.3 x 6.6 ft -1N125

Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, 1920s, Wool, Tribal, 4.3 x 6.6 ft -1N125

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A beautiful and character-rich antique Afghan Baluch rug dating from the 1920s, featuring a striking tribal design composed of repeating horizontal bands filled with stylized animals...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 1920s, Wool, 2.9 x 6.0 ft -1C1266
Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 1920s, Wool, 2.9 x 6.0 ft -1C1266

Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 1920s, Wool, 2.9 x 6.0 ft -1C1266

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A striking and highly decorative antique Chinese Art Deco rug dating from the 1920s, showcasing a bold and artistic pictorial composition. The vibrant red field is beautifully contra...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Wool, 1920s, 4.0 x 2.2 ft -1C1265
Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Wool, 1920s, 4.0 x 2.2 ft -1C1265

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Wool, 1920s, 4.0 x 2.2 ft -1C1265

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Chinese Art Deco rug from the 1920s is a striking example of early 20th-century design, blending traditional symbolism with bold, modern aesthetics characterist...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson still life tapestry, 19th century (2nd half)
Antique French Aubusson still life tapestry, 19th century (2nd half)

Antique French Aubusson still life tapestry, 19th century (2nd half)

Located in San Francisco, CA

Aubusson Still Life Rug, 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 2'10" W × 4'0" L Origin: France Period: 19th century (2nd half) Condition: Excellent condition. Rug ID: 06496

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19th Century French Western Antique Bar

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Cotton

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Crane Design, 1890s, 3.1 x 5 ft -1C1263
Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Crane Design, 1890s, 3.1 x 5 ft -1C1263

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Crane Design, 1890s, 3.1 x 5 ft -1C1263

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Chinese Peking rug from the 1890s is a refined and highly decorative example of late 19th-century weaving, showcasing the poetic symbolism and artistic elegance...

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1890s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Cranes & Floral, 1890s, 3.1 x 5.1 ft -1C1264
Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Cranes & Floral, 1890s, 3.1 x 5.1 ft -1C1264

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Cranes & Floral, 1890s, 3.1 x 5.1 ft -1C1264

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Chinese Peking rug from the 1890s presents a refined and poetic composition rooted in traditional Chinese symbolism and artistry. Set on a rich, deep indigo-bl...

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1890s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Massive Red Antique French Palace Size Aubusson Rug 19'9 x 49'
Massive Red Antique French Palace Size Aubusson Rug 19'9 x 49'

Massive Red Antique French Palace Size Aubusson Rug 19'9 x 49'

Located in New York, NY

19'9 x 49'. Now this is a special rug! Clearly it was a special commission when new. The room for it must have been 25 x 54 or so. The original owner was almost surely a nobleman or ...

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19th Century French Aubusson Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Square Rug with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Antique French Aubusson Square Rug with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Antique French Aubusson Square Rug with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-woven in France during the mid-to-late 19th century, this 11x11 antique Aubusson rug is a rare and poetic example of the Neoclassical flatweave tradition. Distinguished by its u...

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1870s French Aubusson Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug, Neoclassical Design in Gold & Blue-Rug & Kilim
Antique French Aubusson Rug, Neoclassical Design in Gold & Blue-Rug & Kilim

Antique French Aubusson Rug, Neoclassical Design in Gold & Blue-Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-woven in the esteemed flatweave tradition of France circa 1870-1880, this monumental 11x16 antique Aubusson rug is a breathtaking cornerstone of the European collection. A maste...

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1870s French Aubusson Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique Afghan Ersari Tribal Rug – 1920s – Hand-Spun Wool – 2.7' x 4.2' -1C1254
Antique Afghan Ersari Tribal Rug – 1920s – Hand-Spun Wool – 2.7' x 4.2' -1C1254

Antique Afghan Ersari Tribal Rug – 1920s – Hand-Spun Wool – 2.7' x 4.2' -1C1254

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This exceptional Antique Afghan Ersari rug, dating back to the 1920s, is a testament to the enduring artistry of the Ersari Turkmen tribes. Known for their robust construction and de...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Rug – Circa 1920s – Hand-Knotted 4.2' x 7.2' -1C1252
Antique Persian Malayer Rug – Circa 1920s – Hand-Knotted 4.2' x 7.2' -1C1252

Antique Persian Malayer Rug – Circa 1920s – Hand-Knotted 4.2' x 7.2' -1C1252

Located in Bordeaux, FR

An exceptional piece of Persian textile history, this Antique Malayer rug dates back to the early 20th century (circa 1920). Malayer rugs are celebrated by collectors for their indiv...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique 1920s Persian Senneh Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool, 1.10' x 3.2' -1C1248
Antique 1920s Persian Senneh Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool, 1.10' x 3.2' -1C1248

Antique 1920s Persian Senneh Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool, 1.10' x 3.2' -1C1248

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This exquisite antique rug comes from Senneh (modern-day Sanandaj), the capital of the Persian Kurdistan province. Renowned for producing the most delicate and finely knotted village...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique 1880s Caucasian Kazak Runner – Hand-Knotted, 3.2' x 8' - 1B989
Antique 1880s Caucasian Kazak Runner – Hand-Knotted, 3.2' x 8' - 1B989

Antique 1880s Caucasian Kazak Runner – Hand-Knotted, 3.2' x 8' - 1B989

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This magnificent Caucasian Kazak runner, dating back to the 1880s, is a true collector's item. Hailing from the rugged Caucasus Mountains, Kazak rugs are celebrated for their bold, p...

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1880s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Scatter Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1' x 5' - 1B988
Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Scatter Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1' x 5' - 1B988

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Scatter Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1' x 5' - 1B988

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This charming antique scatter rug represents the elegant simplicity of the 1920s Art Deco movement in Chinese weaving. Unlike the larger room-sized rugs of the era, these smaller for...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique 1910s Peking Chinese Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool – 5.1' x 7.10' - 1B986
Antique 1910s Peking Chinese Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool – 5.1' x 7.10' - 1B986

Antique 1910s Peking Chinese Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool – 5.1' x 7.10' - 1B986

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This is an exceptional example of an antique Peking rug, hand-knotted in China during the early 20th century (circa 1910). Unlike the more densely patterned Persian styles, Peking ru...

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1910s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique Bessarabian Square Tapestry in Red & Brown Floral Patterns- Rug & Kilim
Antique Bessarabian Square Tapestry in Red & Brown Floral Patterns- Rug & Kilim

Antique Bessarabian Square Tapestry in Red & Brown Floral Patterns- Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 8 x 8 antique Swedish Bessarabian tapestry rug from the 19th century showcases a richly decorative floral and paisley design rendered in a traditional flat-woven tapestry techni...

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1810s Swedish Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Large Woolen Carpet
Large Woolen Carpet

Large Woolen Carpet

Located in Swadlincote, GB

A superb multi coloured large carpet with fringing, hand knotted, probably turkish, in excellent overall condition. 128" x 81" You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, pl...

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Early 20th Century Other Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Large Antique French Aubusson Rug Handwoven 358X441cm Aubusson Napoleon III 1880
Large Antique French Aubusson Rug Handwoven 358X441cm Aubusson Napoleon III 1880

Large Antique French Aubusson Rug Handwoven 358X441cm Aubusson Napoleon III 1880

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent one-of-a-kind authentic antique French Aubusson rug featuring elegant Napoleon III design elements and exceptional craftsmanship, dating to circa 1880. This beautifully...

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1880s French Napoleon III Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique 1910s Persian Lilihan Rug, Traditional Floral Design 5.7'x6.8' - 1B981
Antique 1910s Persian Lilihan Rug, Traditional Floral Design 5.7'x6.8' - 1B981

Antique 1910s Persian Lilihan Rug, Traditional Floral Design 5.7'x6.8' - 1B981

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This authentic antique Persian Lilihan rug, dating to the early 1910s, is a beautiful representation of Armenian-Persian village weaving. It features the signature "Lilihan Rose" fie...

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1910s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug Vibrant Royal Purple Field 2.1' x 4.2'- 1B980
Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug Vibrant Royal Purple Field 2.1' x 4.2'- 1B980

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug Vibrant Royal Purple Field 2.1' x 4.2'- 1B980

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This striking handmade rug is a quintessential example of the Chinese Art Deco period, likely dating from the 1920s. Defined by its bold use of color and asymmetrical composition, th...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Exquisite Antique Persian Kerman Lavar – Classical Medallion 2.1' x 3.2' - 1B976
Exquisite Antique Persian Kerman Lavar – Classical Medallion 2.1' x 3.2' - 1B976

Exquisite Antique Persian Kerman Lavar – Classical Medallion 2.1' x 3.2' - 1B976

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This museum-quality Kerman Lavar (Ravar) represents the pinnacle of 19th-century Persian city weaving. Known for their superior craftsmanship and fine knot density, Lavar rugs were h...

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1880s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Extra-Long Antique Persian Kurdish Runner – Tribal Geometric Design - 1B975
Extra-Long Antique Persian Kurdish Runner – Tribal Geometric Design - 1B975

Extra-Long Antique Persian Kurdish Runner – Tribal Geometric Design - 1B975

Located in Bordeaux, FR

An exceptional find for grand hallways or galleries, this antique Persian Kurdish runner dates to the early 20th century. At over 15 feet long, it showcases a high-contrast, rhythmic...

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Early 1900s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Sarouk Mahajiran Rug Midnight Blue Floral 1900s - 1B973
Handmade Antique Persian Sarouk Mahajiran Rug Midnight Blue Floral 1900s - 1B973

Handmade Antique Persian Sarouk Mahajiran Rug Midnight Blue Floral 1900s - 1B973

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This is an authentic Antique Mahajiran Sarouk, representing the pinnacle of Persian weaving from the turn of the 20th century. This specific example features a dense, luminous pile o...

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Early 1900s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug – Golden Ochre & Crimson – 1920s - 1B971
Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug – Golden Ochre & Crimson – 1920s - 1B971

Handmade Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug – Golden Ochre & Crimson – 1920s - 1B971

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A vibrant example of early 20th-century textile art, this antique Chinese Art Deco rug features a glowing golden-yellow (ochre) field surrounded by a rich crimson-red border. The asy...

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1920s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Large 19th Century European Stairway, Hallway Runner Carpet, from Spanish Palace
Large 19th Century European Stairway, Hallway Runner Carpet, from Spanish Palace

Large 19th Century European Stairway, Hallway Runner Carpet, from Spanish Palace

Located in Madrid, ES

Acquired from an important aristocratic estate some years ago in Madrid, Spain, this grand scale (6.4 x 2 meters / 21 feet long x 6.5 feet wide) neoclassical runner carpet once furni...

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19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Western Antique Bar

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Wool

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug, Open Field & Rose Florals - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug, Open Field & Rose Florals - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug, Open Field & Rose Florals - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This antique 15x23 oversized French Savonnerie rug is a monumental and compelling collectible in Rug & Kilim’s rare European curations. Hand-knotted in exceptionally lush wool, c...

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1910s French Western Antique Bar

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Wool

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Western Antique Bar For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal western antique bar for your home. Each western antique bar for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and silk. Find 1059 options for an antique or vintage western antique bar now, or shop our selection of 12 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect western antique bar — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each western antique bar bearing Art Deco, Arts and Crafts or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Aubusson Manufacture, Tapis Rouge Atelier and Jules Leleu each produced at least one beautiful western antique bar that is worth considering.

How Much is a Western Antique Bar?

A western antique bar can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $13,330, while the lowest priced sells for $219 and the highest can go for as much as $575,000.

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.