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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Color:  Green
Eclipse Uranus, Rug and Wall Tapestry Nepal Highland Wool and Cotton Green
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The earliest records of a solar and lunar eclipse in ancient Chinese history date from 2165–1137 BC. The Moon is a symbol in Chinese philosophy and arts rather than simply a planet i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Jewel Green Customizable Trilogia Cowhide Runner X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Literally the jewel in the crown, this luscious Trilogia will reinvent and refresh your interior like nothing else. Out of this world and glam on a major scale! Art Hide cowhide r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

Jewel Green Customizable Trilogia Cowhide Runner Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Literally the jewel in the crown, this luscious Trilogia will reinvent and refresh your interior like nothing else. Out of this world and glam on a major scale! Art Hide cowhide r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

Jewel Green Customizable Trilogia Cowhide Runner Medium
Located in Charlotte, NC
Literally the jewel in the crown, this luscious Trilogia will reinvent and refresh your interior like nothing else. Out of this world and glam on a major scale! Art Hide cowhide r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

GAN Kilim Ndebele Small Rug by Sandra Figuerola
Located in New York, NY
The Ndebele rugs are inspired by the culture of the African Ndebele people, known for their colorful facades. These are traditionally painted by women,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Abstract Modern Hand-Knotted "Tulu" Rug, 100% Wool, Custom Options Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
100% Hand-Spun Wool of finest quality. These hand-knotted rugs are produced from scratch in our atelier located in Central Anatolia, famous for being one of the world's oldest handma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Simplicity Comfort Pink Turquoise Contemporary Handwoven Rug 6' x 9'9
Located in New York, NY
Simplicity Comfort Pink Turquoise Contemporary Handwoven Rug. Size: 8' x 9'9. We call this our “Simplicity” Line, but a closer look reveals that it is not so simple. Yes, we have eliminated borders, yes the pattern is infinite, yes it is purely geometric. But no, it is not a simple creation at all. The basic layout is a gridwork of single- and double-lines crossing singles, to make squares and rectangles. But each line or panel is its own little abrash technique. The weavers have worked dozens of related colors into each square inch. Nothing repeats exactly. Blues, greys, browns, beiges, straws, creams are all in harmony in the blend of viscose and wool pile on cotton foundations. There are hundreds of colors, dashed, broken, blurred, mixed. The rug is a kind of fractal, with each area, no matter how small, containing variations within, which, in turn, bear smaller variations which, in turn bear still smaller ones… etc. A subtle and random pile relief effect has been added: some lines are raised, some adjacent color areas are lower, but there is no plan. Not really simple at all. How about comfort? Comfortable to the eyes and touch, to the soul with nothing strident or demanding. Your soul does not have to work hard, or even work at all, to be comfortable. The rug envelops you in comfort and not every rug can do that. The Simplicity Comfort line...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Soothing Hues Customizable Pallas Weave Rug in Jungle Green X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
The Pallas weave gives a rich but understated impression, perfect for any sophisticated space. Its luxe underfoot feel is densely hand woven from plush viscose, in a myriad of gentle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Red, Chartreuse Green Tribal Ottoman Mamluk Rug with Repeating Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Red background with accent chartreuse Green and light gray/blue vintage Turkish tribal ottoman rug with repeating design, rug KOL-59569, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Ottom...
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2010s Afghan Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Polka Dot Style Customizable Cove Rectangle in Green Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Soothing Hues Customizable Pallas Weave Rug in Jungle Green Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
The Pallas weave gives a rich but understated impression, perfect for any sophisticated space. Its luxe underfoot feel is densely hand woven from plush viscose, in a myriad of gentle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Runner in Green Medium
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Vintage Mid-Century Distressed Rug, Green, with All over Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool originating from Turkey circa 1960-1970, this vintage 6x9 mid-century rug belongs to Rug & Kilim’s growing Mid-Century Pasha collection—celebrating the Turkish i...
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1960s Turkish Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Polka Dot Style Customizable Cove Round in Green Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Round in Green Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Polka Dot Style Customizable Cove Rectangle in Green Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Runner in Green Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Polka Dot Style Customizable Cove Round in Green Medium
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Round in Green Medium
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Runner in Green X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Rectangle in Green Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Polka Dot Style Customizable Cove Round in Green X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Round in Green X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Polka Dot Style Customizable Cove Round in Green Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Round in Green Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Rectangle in Green Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Array of Colorful Hues Customizable Hex Rectangle in Green X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Nylon

Polka Dot Style Customizable Cove Rectangle in Green X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Toughies - your new high traffic, heavyweight home hero! These rugs are raring & ready for even the most rough & rowdy settings. Dirt, grime and hardcore wear & tear a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Nylon

Soothing Hues Customizable Pallas Weave Rug in Jungle Green Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
The Pallas weave gives a rich but understated impression, perfect for any sophisticated space. Its luxe underfoot feel is densely hand woven from plush viscose, in a myriad of gentle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

SG2 Woollen Carpet by Stefano Giovannoni for Post Design Collection/Memphis
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
SG2 woollen carpet by Stefano Giovannoni for Post Design collection/Memphis A woollen carpet handcrafted by different Nepalese artisans. Made in a limited edition of 36 signed, numbered examples. As the carpet is made by hand, there are slight variations in the dimensions of the single items. The lengthy manufacturing process starts with the shearing of the traditionally reared sheep. The wool is then spun and dyed, and the carefully selected wool fibres are washed. The knots used by the craftsmen is the Tibetan “Senneh”, different from the Persian and the Turkish one. The rug is realized in Uma quality. The carpets made in this way are brightly coloured, and each pattern is unique. The carpets may be made in different sizes on request, but will always be produced in the proportions shown in the catalogue. The product is purchased with authenticity certificate and guarantee stamp. Additional Information: Collection: Life’s Commodities 2004 Designer: Stefano Giovannoni Year: 2004 Dimensions: W 200, H 260 cm Pricing: price does not include VAT Stefano Giovannoni was born in La Spezia (Italy) in 1954. He graduated at the Faculty of Architecture in Florence in 1978. In the early 80’s together with Guido Venturini...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Green and Yellow Minimalist Mid-Century Modern design Turkish rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This modern-design vintage Turkish rug features a sand colored minimalist geometric large checkerboard pattern set atop a green-colored background. The rug's qualities are enhanced b...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Luxurious Modern Design Vintage Rug in Shades of Blue, Turquoise, Teal and Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Shades of Turquoise, blue, teal and green modern design vintage rug, Rug/ D-0604 Type/ Modern This vintage rug is one-of-a-kind with a distressed finish that emphasizes a modern. ...
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1930s Persian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

21st Century Carpet Rug Roy Vol II in Himalayan Wool and Silk Blue, Green
Located in Milan, IT
Hand knotted in Nepal by master craftsmen, this rug is part of the Limited Edition collection and designed by Emtivi studio. It boasts a sophisticated combination of curves and lines...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

GAN Handloom Backstitch Composition Large Rug by Raw-Edges
Located in New York, NY
Learning about embroidery – GAN’s incredible craft and strength – Raw-Edges found themselves drawn to the aesthetics on its reverse side. The ‘back stitch’ has an unintentional hidde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Hand Tufted Wool Rug Made in Spain Turquoise and White Stars
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handmade in Spain using the hand tufted technique, 21st century. We use only the finest natural yarns, 100% pure virgin wool with a thickness of 15mm. This design has bee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

1930s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 9' x 11'10" - 275 x 360 )
Located in New York, NY
1930s Chinese Art Deco Carpet Floral green background. 9' x 11'10" - 275 x 360
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1930s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

GAN Handloom Backstitch Composition Small Rug by Raw-Edges
Located in New York, NY
Learning about embroidery – GAN’s incredible craft and strength – Raw-Edges found themselves drawn to the aesthetics on its reverse side. The ‘back stitch’ has an unintentional hidde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Epoca Uno Rug L Blue and Lime / 100% Wool by Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
New Zealand wool tufted rug Designed by Alissa + Nienke Studio Made in Italy Epoca is a 100% top quality New Zealand wool rugs collection that plays with overtones. Its desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Epoca Uno Rug X L Blue and Lime / 100% Wool by Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
New Zealand wool tufted rug Designed by Alissa + Nienke Studio Made in Italy Epoca is a 100% top quality New Zealand wool rugs collection that plays with overtones. Its desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Jewel green Round Trilogia Emerald Customizable Cowhide Area Rug X-Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Literally the (emerald) jewel in the crown, this luscious Trilogia will reinvent and refresh your interior like nothing else. Out of this world and glam on a major scale! Size gui...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

GAN Handloom Backstitch Calm Small Rug by Raw Edges
Located in New York, NY
Learning about embroidery, GAN’s incredible craft and strength, Raw Edges found themselves drawn to the aesthetics on its reverse side. The ‘back stitch’ has an unintentional hidden ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Epoca Uno Rug M Blue and Lime /100% Wool by Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
New Zealand wool tufted rug Designed by Alissa + Nienke Studio Made in Italy Epoca is a 100% top quality New Zealand wool rugs collection that plays with overtones. Its desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

GAN Handloom Backstitch Busy Small Rug by Raw-Edges
Located in New York, NY
Learning about embroidery, GAN’s incredible craft and strength, Raw-Edges found themselves drawn to the aesthetics on its reverse side. The ‘back stitch’ has an unintentional hidden ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

GAN Handloom Backstitch Busy Large Rug by Raw-Edges
Located in New York, NY
Learning about embroidery – GAN’s incredible craft and strength – Raw-Edges found themselves drawn to the aesthetics on its reverse side. The ‘back stitch’ has an unintentional hidde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

GAN Handloom Backstitch Calm Large Rug by Raw-Edges
Located in New York, NY
Learning about embroidery – GAN’s incredible craft and strength – Raw-Edges found themselves drawn to the aesthetics on its reverse side. The ‘back stitch’ has an unintentional hidde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Microcosme Carpet, Hand Knotted in Wool, 100 Kpi, Matali Crasset
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Microcosme by Matali Crasset is an abstract reinterpretation of the foliage of a backlit tree, resulting as in the effect of a diffraction that leaves the imagination to run free, ye...
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2010s Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Double Medallion Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug in Rust Red and Turquoise
Located in Atlanta, GA
Turkish Oushak carpet with geometric Medallions, rug en-165846, country of origin / type: Turkey / Oushak, circa 1940 This Oushak rug from Turkey features a unique design of a dou...
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1940s Turkish Oushak Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

GAN Oryza Rug in Wool by Odosdesign
Located in New York, NY
We are stimulated by the limitless possibilities of felt, which can be cut, sewn and shaped to taste. We are delighted by this perfect backdrop and frame for expressive hand-embroide...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

RD Perspective Green Carpet by Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Milan, IT
The perspective carpets feature a soft and less accentuated 3D geometry. The surface is characterized by the typical visual effect of bands that intertwine as if they moved in waves and by nuances reminiscing Art Deco velvets. The blend of wine wool and silk make this unique carpet...
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2010s Italian Rugs and Carpets

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Textile

Jewel green Round Trilogia Emerald Customizable Cowhide Area Rug Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Literally the (emerald) jewel in the crown, this luscious Trilogia will reinvent and refresh your interior like nothing else. Out of this world and glam on a major scale! Size guide...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

Arts & Crafts Modernism Art Deco Geometric European Green Rug Carpet
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Arts & Crafts (Craftsman) hand-tufted semi-circular hearth rug in a geometric style with a leading motif of superimposed triangles. Thick and luxurious. Strong, bold colors. Probably European, possibly Scandinavian. Could be displayed as a wall hanging. In a striking crescent shape, possibly designed to be placed beside a fireplace. Condition: Some loose threads threads to underside lining, could be trimmed, we have left it in its original condition. Upper part in excellent antique condition. Color: Orange...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Contemporary American Hooked Rug (8' x 10' - 243 x 304)
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American Hooked Rug (8' x 10' - 243 x 304)
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

GAN Kilim Ndebele Large Rug by Sandra Figuerola
Located in New York, NY
The Ndebele rugs are inspired by the culture of the African Ndebele people, known for their colorful facades. These are traditionally painted by women,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Midcentury Oversize Flatweave Checkerboard Carpet in Green
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indian oversize Dhurrie flat-weave carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. This very large carpet has a checkerboard pattern that is e...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Aqua Turquoise Sparta Rug, Black Accents, Subtle Center Medallion
Located in New York, NY
This aqua blue and turquoise Turkish overdye sparta carpet has a pattern defined by the wear beyond the all-over general distress. Vertical and horizontal off white strips cross near...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zen Collection Green and Turquoise Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Create a calming atmosphere in any space with this cool green and turquoise variation of the popular Zen collection rugs. Wool/viscose blend for comfort and durability. Hand knotted ...
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2010s Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Other

Small Geometric Green Carpet or Rug, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Good original condition.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Textile

Contemporary Area Rug in Purple Aquamarine White, Handmade of Silk Wool "Calcio"
Located in New York , NY
The luxurious feel of Calcio rug is imagined in lustrous silk coloration and beautifully handcrafted in Nepal. Its unique old-world feel is illustrated in an inviting composition tha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

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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