1920s Rugs and Carpets

Absolutely breathtaking Antique Ziegler Sultanabad rug from the early 20th century in impeccable condition. This is a true statement piece that will transform any space. Beautiful bl...

Early 20th Century American Oval Braided Rug ( 12'6" x 15'8" - 381 x 478 )

A gorgeous large-scale early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug with an all-over mirrored pattern with myriad floral clusters and scrolling vines, surrounded by a wide complex border wi...

In over 40 years of dealing in fine rugs, few pieces have stopped us in our tracks like this early 20th-century Chinese Art Deco masterpiece. Woven in the 1920s, it depicts a lush ga...

This antique Art Deco Chinese rug from the 1920s is a beautiful handmade piece crafted from soft wool, featuring a rich golden-yellow field with a deeper ochre border. The design is ...

This charming antique Persian Nain rug from the 1920s is a fine example of Persian craftsmanship, celebrated for its intricate designs and high-quality materials. Made with a blend o...

Exceptional Antique Art Deco rug Extraordinaire Fine Mandarin Walter Nichols Purple 9' x 11'6" 275cm x 351cm Circa 1920 "This is an Amazing One of a kind Antique Art Deco Walter...

1920 Walter Nichols Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Handmade Tree of Life 9x12 1920 9' x 11'6" 275cm x 351cm "This is a magnificent unique antique Art Deco rug. It has a fine qu...

Handmade in wool and originating circa 1920-1930, this 3x3 antique rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of American hooked rugs. On the Design: A bo...

This antique Tibetan tiger rug is rare and collectible. This rug is made of very soft, silky wool and is in good condition given its age. Some sm...

9x12 Rare Antique Art Deco Rug Chinese Rug Chinese Rug 1920 Handmade Circa 1920 9'1" x 11'5" 275cm x 361cm "This is a magnificent unique antique Art Deco rug. It has a fine quali...

An early 20th-century oversize Persian Bidjar rug with an all-over design on a striated gray field, earth tone accents Measures: 11' x 18'3''.  

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet by Nichols Workshop

A wonderful early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug featuring a gold field surrounded by a wide gray border, and all overlaid with vases potted with violet and light and dark indigo ...

Extremely Fine Antique Turkish Silk Hereke Rug 3'5'' x 4'11''. This very finely woven all-silk niche-layout scatter with a lavishly flowering bush with roses, irises and carnations, ...

The ecru field shows a tall, softly scalloped medallion with four rust-tangerine palmettes, with carnation corners and ragged palmettes at both field ends. Goldenrod details. Powder ...

Antique Serapi Heriz Rug Artistic Rust 8'3" x 11'4" 252cm x 346cm "This is a magnificent antique Serapi Heriz rug with a rare geometric overall design and a beautiful colorway-. The...

Handmade in wool and originating circa 1920-1930, this 8x11 rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of antique hooked rugs. On the Design: Admirers of...

Made with hand-knotted wool and originating from China circa 1920-1930, this 10x13 antique Chinese Art Deco Rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of Chi...

Beautiful antique Chinese Art Deco rug, hand knotted wool with a red field, and multi-color accents in an all-over Classic Chinese floral design, circa 1920. This rug measures 9'...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet with Modernist Design 3' x 4' 9"

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet Based on Design by Paul Poiret - Atelier Martine 10' x 13' - 305 x 395

Rug Number 31802 Size 14' 9" X 22' 5" Design Tabriz Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Iran Age Antique

This 1x1 antique hooked rug is an exceptional addition to Rug & Kilim's collection of American hooked rug and folk art designs—an exemplar of early 20th century geometric designs in ...

This 2x3 antique hooked rug is an exceptional addition to Rug & Kilim's collection of American hooked rugs and folk art designs—an fabulous find among early 20th century avian-themed...

Hand knotted in wool, a 13x17 antique Persian Kerman Lavar joining rug & Kilim’s coveted Antique & Vintage collection. Originating from Persia circa 1920-1930, the piece flourishes i...

1920s Chinese BaoTou Rug ( 2'2'' X 4'6'' - 66 x 137 cm )

Beautiful Antique Chinese Art Deco hand-knotted wool Rug, with a beige field, and navy blue frame in an allover Classic Peking design. This rug measures 10'3" x 13'7".

Needlepoint rugs were created using the traditional needlework weaving technique that is used to make everyday items from furniture to carpets and artwork. However, it has a fascinating history both as a hobby and as an industry. When many people think of carpets, they think of pile carpets or flat weave kilims, but needlepoint has also been used to create beautiful carpets. These carpets are durable and an important part of carpet history. Archaeologists and scholars consider the roots of needlepoint to have been around 1500 BC. They consider the first needlepoint to include the fine diagonal stitches that were used to sew tents together by the ancient Egyptians. The art eventually evolved into tapestry weaving. However, a tapestry weaving differs significantly from needlepoint in that it uses a loom and vertical warp. Tapestry weaving is closer to the weaving of kilims and pile rugs than canvas work. However, some still include tapestry weaving in the category of needlepoint because of the fine work that appeared during the late Renaissance. It can have a similar appearance to the untrained eye. Technically, tapestry weaving and needlepoint are not the same, and they do not use the same technique. The first actual needlepoint rugs and needle-points began to appear in the late Renaissance. Needlepoint is worked by creating stitches on a stiff canvas. The canvas is typically made from jute or linen and is quite durable. Pieces from the Renaissance were used to cover footstools, chairs, pillows, bed headboards, and other furnishings. They were also used as table coverings and wall coverings. You could also find them on many small items such as purses, shoes, and various adornments for clothing. During the Renaissance, the craft reached a high level of skill, and the designs became incredibly detailed and realistic. They mimicked many of the subjects and styles of famous paintings of the time. They created florals, still life designs, scenes, and geometric tiled pieces. Some of them mimicked the designs found in Persian Carpets. Needlepoint reached its peak popularity in the 19th century when it was considered a proper occupation for a lady. Needlepoint and embroidery held a similar place in societal status at the time. During this time, the work became finer, with some of the canvas reaching a high level of detail. The level of detail is determined by counting the number of mesh in an inch. During this time petit point by French needlewomen could have a mesh count as high as 45 mesh. This allowed women to create highly intricate designs with incredible levels of detail. It is possible to find many antique pieces of needlepoint besides rugs. Needlepoint rugs were popular in France and Spain, where the technique was adapted to create highly intricate designs that mimicked the designs in architecture and fashion. They were popular because they were durable, and it could be fashioned into a variety of items. The canvases themselves were durable, and the wool that they used was also strong, which means that many of the pieces were able to withstand daily use. We have many artifacts that have survived from this time period. Needlepoint rugs are important collectibles because they are different from the pile rugs and kilims that are typically found on the market. Needlepoint carpets are special because they take many hours to create, especially larger works. Needlepoint pieces of any type became popular throughout Europe during the 19th century. It is still a popular hobby today, but perhaps one of the most interesting stories is that of the Portuguese needlewomen of Arraiolos. The story of these women and their beautiful carpets begins in 1492. Needlepoint was a popular occupation in Spain, which had a large population of Moors and Jews. They were an integral part of Spanish culture. However, in 1492, Queen Isabella of Spain issued a proclamation that gave these ethnic groups the order to pack their bags and board ships headed...

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 9' 8'' x 15' 3'' - 295 x 465 cm )

Measuring 4’1” x 5’10,” this hand-knotted Persian Qashqai carpet belongs to Orley Shabahang’s World Market Collection. Created with a traditional Persian weave, the weave produces a ...

13'x20' Antique Rare Antique European Donegal Rare Arts & Crafts rug Art Deco Rug Art Nouveau Handmade Rug "This is an exquisite, rare size antique...

Antique French Tapestry Exotic Flowers Animals Rare Black Verdure 3x6 92cm x 168cm A magnificent antique French tapestry depicting a scene of verdure. This is an easy, chic addition...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 8' 10" x 11' 3" - 270 x 343 cm )

Antique Chinese, Art Deco rug. Size: 9'0" x 11'8".

Antique Chinese Art Deco rug with fuchsia color and 9'0" x 11'6" size.

Hand-knotted in wool, an antique 13x18 oversized Bakshaish rug circa 1920-1930 - making a grand new entry to our antique selections. On the Design: This rug is rare in both size an...

Rare tree of life antique Art Deco rug Chinese rug antique Chinese rug 4x6 4'2" x 6'8" 127cm x 203cm Circa 1920 "Beautiful antique Art Deco r...

Antique Chinese Art Deco rug with rose color and 9' 0'' x 11' 4'' size.

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 9' x 11' 6" - 275 x 350 cm )

A beautiful early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with myriad auspicious imagery including five bats, a phoenix, fish, a scholar's vase, and various flowers, all symbols of prosper...

A Mashad rug uses cotton to form a base followed by a wool pile for a soft, cozy and durable texture. The Mashad rug typically has medallions and pendants woven throughout with ivory...

Antique Sarouk rug in red shade with classic floral design. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century in original good condition. - Condition: original good, - circa: 1920s...

A wonderful early 20th century Persian Lilihan rug with a dark indigo background, covered by a lacy, multicolored scrolling vine and floral pattern, surrounded by a wide crimson and ...

This handmade antique Art Deco Chinese rug from the 1920s is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship. Measuring 4 feet (122 cm) in width and 6.10 feet (208 cm) in length, thi...

From Cuenca, this single warp knot carpet has a tawny ground with a twisted strapwork pattern defining octogramme and quatrefoil reserves enclosing rosettes and flowing stars. The co...

A beautiful early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with myriad auspicious imagery including five bats, a phoenix, fish, a scholar's vase, and various flowers, all symbols of prosper...

An amazing early 20th century Persian Lilihan rug with a rich dark indigo background, covered by a lacy, multicolored scrolling vine and floral pattern, surrounded by a wide crimson ...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 10' x 11'9" - 305 x 358 )

Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Mohajeran Carpet ( 14'10" x 17'2" - 452 x 523 )

A stunning example of early 20th-century Chinese Art Deco weaving, this rug features a deep navy blue field framed by a wide violet border, creating a dramatic contrast that enhances...

This antique purple wool and silk rug has a deco style from China, made apparent in its imagery. From 1920, the all-over field design is accented by highly stylized vases with flower...

This a large, and therefore rare, antique Native American Navajo Geometric rug, circa 1920s-1930s in grey and ivory and measures 7.7 x 10.8 ft. From the inception of weaving by th...

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Size: 9'0" x11'4"

Soumak is a tapestry technique of weaving strong and decorative textiles used as rugs and domestic bags. It is a type of flat-weave, somewhat resembling but stronger and thicker than...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 8'9" x 11'1" - 266 x 337 cm )

9x12 Rare Antique Art Deco Rug Chinese Rug Chinese Rug 1920 Handmade Circa 1920 9' x 11'10" 275cm x 361cm "This is a magnificent unique antique Art Deco rug. It has an incredibl...

This handmade antique Persian Sarouk rug from the 1920s is a beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship. Measuring 6.5 feet (199 cm) in length and 4.3 feet (131 cm) in width, thi...

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

Hand knotted in wool, a 9x11 antique Heriz rug originating from Persia circa 1920-1930 making a grand entry to Rug & Kilim’s Antique & Vintage collection. Bearing fine Persian sensib...

An early 20th-century oversize Persian Bidjar rug with an all-over design on a striated gray field, earth tone accents Measures: 11' x 18'3''.  

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet By Nichols Workshop 8' 6" x 10' 6'' - 260 x 320

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

A chic and sophisticated early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a black background with the most incredible large central peon...

During the Art Deco period many designers commissioned their patterns to the city looms located in Tianjin through companies such as Nichols & Company. Some designs, such as this one...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 8'10" x 11'3" - 270 x 345 )

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 8'10" x 11'4" - 270 x 345 ) The royal blue field and old gold border are unified by Paeony and other flowering stems and by a tall bamboo branch, with...

This antique Kashan hand-knotted wool rug boasts exquisite craftsmanship, featuring a finely woven navy blue field adorned with an all-over medallion floral design in red, pink, and ...

A beautiful antique Chinese Nichols Art Deco hand-knotted room size wool rug China, Circa 1920s Tan field, with green border, and nice multi-colored floral design. Measures: 107.7...

A wonderful bold early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a fuchsia ground surrounded by a thin inner cream satire border, a wide turquoise border, and a thin outer fuchsia borde...

Rug & Kilim presents a rare antique 13x25 Persian rug with their latest curation of iconic classics. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1920-1930. On the Design: This all over pattern ...

A practical variation on the flat-weave Kilim, this Caucasian coverlet, or jajim, features a bold, inherently versatile pattern of multi-width stripes perfectly suited for Mid-Century Modern interiors. Ochre and umber stripes with narrow outlines decorate the fiery cinnabar ground while creating a stylish and sophisticated pattern yet totally understated. These graphic stripes, which would be equally at home in a western design repertoire, still manage to retain their rustic sensibilities. Hidden variations give the seemingly balanced stripes an inconspicuous asymmetric repeat. Pinstripe accents in neutral hues of white and walnut brown emphasise the boldly banded stripes and offset the high-chroma ground. Like many of the most sought-after tribal textiles, this Caucasian Jajim has natural modernity and a Minimalist aesthetic imbued with ethnographic qualities that enliven modern interiors. This piece is in great condition, ready for use in any home interior. Handmade Kilim rugs, antique wool Jajim...