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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Rug & Kilim’s Austrian Art Deco Style Custom Rug Design with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x13 custom rug design is an exciting new representation of the Austrian Art Deco rug collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: These photos represent a recently sold 9x13 co...
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2010s Nepalese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Tribal Style Rug in Blue & Gold Geometric Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Belonging to our Burano collection, an 11 x 15 hand-knotted rug enjoying a beautiful primitivist attitude with unique colorway & graph. The tribal vision manifests with glorious geom...
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2010s Indian Tribal Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s French Art Deco Style Rug in Pink with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 10x14 rug by Rug & Kilim features geometric patterns in the style of a Leleu or Da Bruhns aesthetic period piece of the 1920s style moderne. On the Design...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Vintage Moroccan Tuareg Mat, with Geometric Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage Moroccan floor covering is a 12x17 Tuareg mat from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds and leather circa 1950-1960, its natural materials enjoy warm brown, beige and red tones in its geometric patterns. On the Design: Connoisseurs will admire Tuareg mats as distinct works with their own rich history and unique, masterful craftsmanship. This design is also one of few in its kind to favor a minimalist approach to the primitivist Berber geometric patterns. The large size further connotes a particularly intricate work—likely made by two or more weavers with meticulous detail. It’s as much a collectible piece of folk art and nomadic culture as a comfortable, durable floor covering today. Condition: This vintage Moroccan Tuareg mat...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Leather, Reed

Vintage Moroccan Tuareg Mat in Brown, with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage Moroccan floor covering is a 10x12 Tuareg mat from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds and leather circa 1950-1960, its natural materials enjoy warm brown, red, green, blue and black tones in its geometric patterns. On the Design: Connoisseurs will admire Tuareg mats as distinct works with their own rich history and unique, masterful craftsmanship. This design is also one of few in its kind to favor a minimalist approach to the primitivist Berber geometric patterns. The large size further connotes a particularly intricate work—likely made by two or more weavers with meticulous detail. It’s as much a collectible piece of folk art and nomadic culture as a comfortable, durable floor covering today. Condition: This vintage Moroccan Tuareg mat...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Leather, Reed

Rug & Kilim’s European Style Needlepoint Rug, Beige-Brown, Green Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade in wool, a delicious 8x10 needlepoint rug from Rug & Kilim’s coveted European style rug collection. This transitional rug enjoys an awe inspiring floral pattern in beige-bro...
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2010s Chinese Other Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Blue Area Rug 4' 7" x 6' 5"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100%-natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Blue and Cream Wool Persian Rug with Detailed Textured Patterns, 2' x 3'
Located in New York, NY
This blue and cream wool Persian area rug with detailed textured patterns, sized 2' x 3', offers a cool, refreshing palette that adds a serene, calming touch to any space. The rug’s ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Agra Rug in Beige and Teal with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 10x13 antique Agra rug is an extremely rare and exciting new addition to our collection of Indian rugs—hand-knotted in wool and believed to originate in the second half of the 1...
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1850s Indian Agra Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Blue and Beige Geometric Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10x13 Kilim design from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Fondly dubbed, “Rez Kilims”, this modern take on cl...
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2010s Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Burnt Orange with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool, a 10x14 Chinese art deco style rug inspired by rare period pieces of the 1920s Nichols style. On the Design: The design boasts an eccentric open field from ...
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2010s Chinese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug in Light Blue with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 12x14 rug is a rare vintage Dhurrie rug from an exciting new mid-century curation by Rug & Kilim. Handwoven in a cotton flatweave, it originates from In...
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1950s Indian Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Blue Stripes and Orange Accents, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 13x18 rug is a rare vintage Dhurrie rug from an exciting new mid-century curation by Rug & Kilim. Handwoven in a cotton flatweave, it originates from In...
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1950s Indian Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Style Art Deco rug in Beige with Colorful Florals
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 11x15 ode to Chinese Art Deco rugs is the next addition to Rug & Kilim’s newly inspired Deco Collection. Hand-knotted in wool. Further on the Design: This piece boasts the mi...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Geometric Rug in Blue, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 14x19 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: F...
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1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug, with Blue Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 9x12 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Fr...
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1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s French Art Deco style Rug with Beige-Brown Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 10x14 modern rug by Rug & Kilim is a new addition to the French Art Deco rug line. On the Design: For this particular rug, beige underscores cu...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

French Antique Aubusson Rug, with Medallion and Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 12x14 French Antique Aubusson rug features a play of medallion and all over style with floral patterns particularly acanthus motifs, the curvaceous garlands i...
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1780s French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Twin Vintage Persian Kilim Runner Rugs with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This flatweave is from a rare pair of twin 3x17 vintage Persian Kilim runner rugs, hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. These tribal runners are nearly identical in size and design,...
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1950s Persian Tribal Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Burnt Orange with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool, a 10x14 Chinese art deco style rug inspired by rare period pieces of the 1920s Nichols style. On the Design: The design boasts an eccentric open field from ...
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2010s Chinese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 19th Century NW. Persian Carpet with Inscription Dated 1808 8' 4" x 10' 4"
Located in New York, NY
Early 19th Century N.W. Persian Carpet with Inscription Dated 1808 Size: 8' 4" x 10' 4"
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Early 1800s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Flatweave Rug in Beige, with Floral Medallions from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, circa 1890-1900, this 6x7 antique Aubusson flatweave rug in rich tones of beige and red, features floral medallions matching those in the spandrels, making it an e...
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1890s French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Floral Aubusson Flatweave Oversized Oval Rug in Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, circa 1890-1900, this 13x18 antique Aubusson flatweave and oversized rug is a rare oval-shaped curation from its period. On the design: Originating from Franc...
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1890s French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Spanish Savonnerie Rug in Blue with Medallion
Located in Long Island City, NY
Joining Antique & Vintage collection, this 11x14 rug is a rare antique Savonnerie rug—hand-knotted in wool circa 1890-1900. On the Design: This rug ...
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1890s Spanish Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim Rug in Green and Blue Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 Kilim is from a bold new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim. Further on the design: The “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on classic p...
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2010s Persian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Chevron Hand Made Ivory Area Rug 8' 0" x 10' 0"
Located in Norwalk, CT
The Cowhide collection shows how urbane “rustic” 100%-natural hair-on hides can be. The natural variations of the hides add warmth and depth to the geometric motifs and give each rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry in Beige and Blue Pictorial rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique 10x10 pictorial tapestry from France, handwoven in wool circa 1650-1660. This flat weave is a new addition to the most collectible European curations by Rug & Kilim. Fur...
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1650s French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Kilim Rug in Beige and off White Solid Style by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Impeccably handwoven, a flatweave from a rare mid-century family of kilims woven with wool, hemp, and linen in the panel-woven style. The 9x17 kilim rug employs uncommonly bright off...
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1950s Turkish Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Hemp, Linen, Wool

1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rug, Piece in Yellow Orange Blue by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, a scintillating vintage 7x10 mid-century modern rug from Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Pasha collection—featuring notable works of the iconic Turkish designer Zeki ...
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1960s Turkish Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in Blue, White, Golden Abstract Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 9x12 modern rug from the abstract styles in Rug & Kilim’s New & Modern Collection. Hand-knotted in wool and lustrous silk, this crystal-reminiscent...
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2010s Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's 18th Century Aubusson Style Flat Weave Beige Brown European Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This handwoven wool flat-weave joins the European Collection by Rug & Kilim—drawing influence from a grande 18th CenturyAubusson flat-weave among our principal’s hand-selected favorites from the period. The borders and medallion field pattern alike enjoy the idyllic, regal sense of refinement in a play of curving floral scrolls and cartouches, the meticulous detail of both complemented by a neoclassical beige-brown pallet with notes of inviting pink, blue, and cream hues favored among 18th century Aubusson Kilim...
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1990s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century Mohajeran Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible early 20th century Persian Mohajeran rug with a large-scale mirrored floral cluster pattern with pink, crimson, light and dark indigo, and ...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Abstract in White Mustard Green Pink
Located in Madrid, ES
Mosaico is an Abe the ape's desing for Kilombo Home. This rug has been ethically handwoven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving techni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton, Wool

1940's Turkish Kilim Rug with Bayadere Stripes, Flat-Weave Striped Square Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
74875 Distressed Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug, 04'05 x 04'08. This handwoven wool distressed vintage Turkish kilim rug epitomizes the...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century Lilihan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
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 ...
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1920s Asian Sarouk Farahan Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Imperial Harem Tapestry Inspired by Odalisque by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Located in Dallas, TX
73695 Imperial Harem Odalisque Tapestry with Ottoman Empire Style, Wall Hanging 04'08 x 06'04. Drawing inspiration from Rudolphe Ernst, Odalisque by Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Reclini...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Muted Oushak Rug with Faded Neutral Earth-Tone Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
52463 Vintage Turkish Muted Oushak Rug, 06'08 x 09'06. Soft, bespoke vibes meet ancient traditions in this hand-knotted wool vintage muted Oushak rug....
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Afshar Accent Rug in Nomadic Village Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75750, vintage Persian Afshar accent rug in Nomadic Village style. This hand knotted wool vintage Persian Afshar rug features an all-over floral pattern creating an eye-catching lattice design. Quadrants of stylized flower roundels in are laid in diagonal rows creating a well-balanced and timeless design. The vintage Persian accent rug is bordered in a thick band of fiery persimmon backdrop patterned with triple flowers echoing the colors of the field. Two thin bands carnation meandering vines flank the primary border and an outer sawtooth guard stripe completes the frame. This unique vintage Afshar rug...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Odegard Carpet with Design Attributed to Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, NY
This large, densely patterned carpet was made by Odegard in the late 20th century, with a design attributed to artist Sonia Delaunay. Purples, blues, pale greens, and yellows come to...
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Late 20th Century Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Turkish Kilim Rug with Brown, Orange and Beige Tribal Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim flat-weave design featuring...
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2010s Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Carpet Aubusson Style Rug, Extra Large Traditional Wool Tapestry Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of red and deep brown backgrounds through the centre. The handmade carpet then enclosed by a highly-detailed layered borde...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Baroque Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton, Organic Material, Wool

Vintage Gold Tibetan Area Rug with Modern Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76872, vintage gold Tibetan area rug with Modern traditional style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Tibetan area rug features an all-over pattern of na...
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Late 20th Century Tibetan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Square Navy Sarouk Scatter Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
An authentic early 20th century Sarouk carpet with traditional formal design in rare square size. Measures: 2'2" x 2'6" Investment-level Sarouk rugs were not produced after the...
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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Qashqai Tribal Persian Rug in Indigo, Gold, Red, and Cream Wool, 4' x 6'
Located in New York, NY
This Orley Shabahang Qashqai carpet from the Tribal Collection measures 4’2” x 6’2” and showcases an exquisite Qashqai design in indigo, gold, red, and cream wool. Hand-knotted in pure wool, Orley Shabahang’s signature Shekarloo weave produces a soft, luxurious pile and is incredibly durable. The interior field depicts a flourishing flower garden design inspired by antique Qashqai carpets...
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Early 2000s Persian Tribal Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Kirsehir Traditional in Red and Beige Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Turkey in 1890, this antique traditional Kirsehir rug emphasizes a distinguished combination of rejuvenated and protective symbols. Hand knotted in high-quality wool...
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1890s Turkish Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Tulu
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Turkish Tulu carpet with predominant bright pink arch's on an abrashed lavender field with various shades of gray. 3'8'' x 5'1''
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20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Ferehan Runner
Located in New York, NY
An authentic handmade antique Persian Ferehan runner. 3'5'' x 8'2'' Designed for a regional aristocratic clientele, the Ferahan region of West Central Persia developed a distinctiv...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Senneh Scatter Rug
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful early 20th century Antique Persian Senneh Rug Details rug no. 31630 size 3'6" x 4' 9" Antique Senneh rugs are one of the most distinctive of all Persian rugs, even thoug...
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20th Century Persian American Colonial Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Light Coral Bohemian Vintage Persian Lilahan Abrash Hand Knotted Pure Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
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...
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1960s Persian Medieval Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Kurdish Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Kurd rug from the early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Brown and Black Italian Leather Checkerboard Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Italian Art Deco rug from the mid-20th century. A true oddity. Brown and black leather squares alternate in a chessboard (checkerboard) ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Leather

New Contemporary Colorful Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
30505 New Colorful Black Oushak Rug, 09'00 x 12'03. In this hand-knotted wool colorful Oushak rug, contemporary elegance intertwines with stylish Anatolia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x10 Blue And Pink Striped Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed, Blue, Pink And Tan Striped Indian Rug - 8'x10' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special manuf...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Luxurious Silk Rug with Grey Crocodile Skin Design by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Silk Rug with Grey Crocodile Skin Design by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 6'0" × 9'0" (182 × 274 cm) A fine hand-knotted silk rug with modern crocodile skin design, in shades ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Amazing Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Art Deco Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing early 20th century Chinese Art Deco runner with a beautiful pale champagne colored field surrounded by a wide grey border. Auspicious peonies dot the field with potted vases...
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Mehraban Overdyed Agra Design Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Be stunned by putting this sophisticated Agra Rug from our collection that is made from overdyed wool. A mirrored pattern is well placed together with sets of medallions...
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2010s Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Midnight Blue Antique Chinese Square Peking Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Chinese square rug in predominant shades of midnight blue. The wool is very soft and all the colors are natural. Measures: 5'7” x 6'2”.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Romantic Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Yellow Runner
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique and Vintage Rugs for Sale: Shop Turkish Rugs, Moroccan Rugs, Indian Rugs and Other Rugs on 1stDibs

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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