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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Modern Handmade Brown Rustic Cowhide Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This beautiful modern Cowhide rug adds a rustic charm to any space in your house and can be used as a floor carpet, a couch throw, or even a wall de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Rustic Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Leather, Cowhide
Brown Vintage Turkish Mohair Blanket Rug
Located in New York, NY
Casual looking vintage mohair rug with a nomadic motif with the letter "S" woven in the middle of the rug. Can be used as a throw piece or a large blanket...
Category
20th Century Moorish Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Mohair
1960's Signed HLO Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Röllakan, 06'06 x 09'03
Located in Dallas, TX
78834 Signed HLO Kullaberg Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, 06'06 x 09'03. The vintage Swedish rollakan rug named "Kullaberg" is inspired by the scenic beauty of the Kullaberg nature re...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
8x11 Ft Modern Handmade Premium Quality Turkish Oushak Rug, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your home with the timeless beauty of this new hand-knotted Turkish Oushak rug, crafted from 100% wool using traditional techniques passed down for generations. Renowned for ...
Category
2010s Turkish Oushak Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Union Jack British Flag Design Patchwork Rug. Custom Colors and Sizes
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This is a handmade and hand-stitched patchwork rug made from assorted over-dyed vintage Turkish carpets with low wool pile on cotton foundation. A durable cotton twill/underlay is st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Lavender Nursery Rug - Mongolain Sheepskin
Located in Dural, AU
Collect beautiful memories with this enchanting and irresistible, purple nursery rug. Merged with superior softness and stylish design, the floor rug features an expression of luxuri...
Category
2010s Australian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Sheepskin
Vintage Zeki Müren Rug in Navy Blue with Fish Pictorials
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool circa 1960-1970, this 7x10 vintage rug from Turkey is believed to be the work of mid-century Turkish artist Zeki Müren. It’s an extremely rare and collect...
Category
1960s Turkish Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
4x6 ft Handmade Checkered Design Tulu Rug in Soft Pink & Beige. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
100% Hand-spun wool of finest quality. Measures : 4x6 ft.
Available as seen or can be custom produced in any design, size, color combination and pile thickness requested.
These bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Tulu Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Beautiful Vintage French Jaquar Tapestry basket of flowers design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite vintage French Aubusson style tapestry, with beautiful design of a basket of flowers and beautiful colours with a red background, pink, orange, yellow, blue green and white...
Category
Late 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Wilton Royal Carpet Factory Room Size Rug with Modernist Art Deco Design
Located in Milan, IT
Following the closure of the Axminster manufactory in Devonshire in 1835, the demand for carpets in England was supplied by the Wilton Royal Carpet Factory, located in Salisbury. In ...
Category
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
7x10 Ft Handmade Turkish Purple Area Rug, Ideal for Modern Interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Modern French Tapestry Attribute to Hervé Lelong
By Hervé Lelong
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful tapestry from 20th century with a modern design with signature of artist Hervé Lelong, machine made with wool velvet.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Red Rya rug by Ege Taepper 1970s
By Ege Rya
Located in Palermo, IT
Questo tappeto è un ottimo esempio di interni Pop Art degli anni '70.
Made using the high-quality Danish Rya weaving technique by EGE Taeper in the 1960’s. Presenta un motivo psich...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug with Art Deco Design in Earthy Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite Indian rug showcases a splendid contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from premium wool. Its beige and brown color scheme emanates elegance, complemented by a cap...
Category
2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
21st Century Asian Mocha Outdoor Indoor 200x200 cm Handmade Crochet Rug
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this outdoor rug. Large squares form the rug, framed with bespoke webbing. Handmade from UV protected bespoke iota yar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Metal
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Small Rug
By King
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century traditional Persian Sarouk small rug
Measures: 2' x 3'11”.
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Category
Early 20th Century Persian Empire Revival Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Oversized Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 16'04 x 22'05
Located in Dallas, TX
74044 Oversized Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 16'04 x 22'05. This magnificent hand-knotted wool antique Persian Serapi rug epitomizes the grandeur and elegance of 19th-century Persian artistry. Its breathtakingly abrashed red field serves as the perfect backdrop for a concentric octofoil medallion, exuding an air of regal sophistication. The central medallion is anchored by graceful palmette pendants at each end, evoking a sense of symmetry and refinement that is characteristic of classic Serapi designs. As the medallion blooms outward, the richly detailed pattern draws the viewer's eye to the interplay of vibrant colors and meticulous details that unfold throughout the field.
Surrounding the medallion is an enchanting array of geometric floral motifs, delicately arranged in a rhythmic pattern. Each element—serrated leaves, stylized florals, rectilinear vinery, buds, and rosettes—adds to the complexity of the design, while the use of bold and contrasting hues creates a visually captivating tapestry. The corner spandrels, reflecting the motifs within the main field, are outlined with elegant cloudband accents, adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the composition. The interplay of colors, from the deep indigo blues to the rich reds and beige highlights, showcases the weaver’s mastery of natural dyes and nuanced color gradations.
Framing this harmonious design is a classic samovar turtle scroll border, a hallmark of fine Serapi rugs. This traditional border, with its stylized florals and curling vinery, is flanked by a double inner and outer carnation meander guard band that unifies the composition. The elegant framing not only defines the central field but also draws the colors and motifs from within, creating a seamless transition that enhances the overall sense of balance and harmony. The meticulous detailing and proportionate layout reflect the influence of both tribal and courtly weaving traditions, making this oversized antique Serapi rug a rare blend of sophistication and rustic charm.
Steeped in history, this exquisite Serapi rug is more than just a decorative piece—it is a testament to the rich weaving heritage of Northwest Persia. Such oversized Serapi rugs were woven for grand interiors, gracing the floors of opulent residences and state buildings with their majestic presence. The rug’s exceptional artistry and luxurious appeal make it a true collector’s item, capturing the essence of Persian elegance and timeless beauty. Whether displayed as the focal point of a grand living space or as a statement piece in a hospitality setting, this masterpiece exudes an undeniable sense of history and artistic mastery.
Rendered in variegated shades of brick red, ruby red, crimson, in +blue, navy blue, cerulean, royal blue, beige, sand, tan, ecru, taupe, dark rose, and sky blue with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Iran (Persia).
Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 16 x 22 Rug...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s pretty vintage Hamadan rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century rustic Hamadan rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colours with red, blue, navy blue, and orange, entirely hand knotted by wool on cotton foundation
Sm...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Folk Art Camel Persian Serab Pictorial People Runner
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold statement in a hallway with this early 20th century tribal Persian Serab runner featuring a folksy motif on a camel brown field. Various Animal and Human figures are foun...
Category
1930s Persian Folk Art Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Art Deco Chinese Rug Antique Silk Chinese Tapestry Purple Dragon
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Silk Chinese rug Organic silk tapestry fine 5 paw Dragons 4' x 6'1" 122 X 186cm
"Outstanding vintage silk 5 paw dragon Chinese Art Deco. We acquired this from an esta...
Category
1960s Chinese Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Moroccan Design Rug in Cream, Blue, Red Colors. Custom Options Avlb
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An exquisite brand-new Moroccan rug woven from fine hand-spun sheep's wool. Pile height is customizable. Size: 8 x 10 Ft.
The vivid design that feature...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Tiger Pictorial Rug in Brown, Rust and Black Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 4x6 modern tiger pictorial rug is a bold addition to the Rug & Kilim exclusive Tiger line.
On the Design:
One fundamental idea that our Principal Jaha...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s nice Vintage Turkish Konya Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful midcentury Anatolian prayer rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
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"Experience the epitome o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kazak Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Rug in Blue and Green with Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 2x3 rug by Rug & Kilim is a new addition to their Chinese Art Deco rug line.
On the Design:
Admirers of the craft will appreciate a subtle refinement i...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Dhurrie Rug in Blue Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 8x10 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed custom-capable collection. Handwoven in cotton, it’s a modern ta...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Samarkand Rug in Red with Rare Lion Pictorial Design - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool and originating from East Turkestan circa 1930-50, this 4x7 Samarkand rug is an exciting entry to Rug & Kilim’s repertoire of Vintage Oriental creations, ...
Category
1930s East Turkestani Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Beige, Taupe and White Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 6x5 contemporary rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection—a contemporary reimagining of Swedish minimalism and vint...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very pretty Aubusson style tapestry with nice galant design and beautiful colors, woven with mechanical Jaquar looms with wool, acrylic and cotton.
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"Experience the epitome of lu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
Handmade Woolen Area Flat Weave Rug, 9x12 Blue, Cream, Red Leaf Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Handmade New Zealand Wool Vegetable Dyed Sky Blue, Navy Blue, Teal Blue, Terracotta, Mustard And Cream Leaf Patterned Indian Dhurrie Rug-
Size 9' x 12'
These special flat-weave d...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug and Kilim’s Tribal Style Kilim in Cream and Brown with Medallions
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 8x10 flatweave and contemporary runner rug represents an exciting new line of Rug & Kilim's Modern Classics Collection—a rich new texture underscoring ...
Category
2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1970's Beni M'Guild Berber Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21522 Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 06'03 x 09'04. This hand-knotted wool vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan rug beautifully merges the bold spirit of Midcentury Modern design with th...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Spanish Colonial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Signed Vintage Rene Perrot Pictorial and Floral Tapestry Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x12 vintage Aubusson tapestry is a rare and special new curation from Rug & Kilim—a signed mid-century original by French artist Rene Perrot, handwoven in wool and originating ...
Category
1950s French Aubusson Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1980's Berber Boujad Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21673 Vintage Berber Boujad Moroccan Rug, 04'07 x 04'09. This hand-knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug radiates an undeniable charm, with a design that embodies both simplicity ...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Karastan Floral Kirman 700/742 Premium Worsted Wool Rug 8'8" x 12'
By Karastan
Located in West Chester, PA
A beautiful large Karastan Floral Kirman 700/742 Rug. Labeled size 8'8" x 12' which does not include the fringe. Woven in the USA of 100% premi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Kirman Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
18th Century Greek Island 'Epirus' Embroidery
Located in Istanbul, TR
A rare item in pretty good condition in silk embroidery on silk background cloth with zoomorphic imagery.
Category
18th Century Greek Tribal Antique Rugs and Carpets
Persian Heriz Square Area Rugs - Wool Ivory Light Blue Pink - 96976
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Persian Heriz featuring Square Area Rugs in Circa 1880. Designed with Wool and IvoryLight BluePink, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Iraqi Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s European Style Custom Rug Sample, Silver-Gray with Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
The price enclosed represents our price per square foot for custom orders in this design. Please share your size and we will share CADs and custom listings to check out accordingly. ...
Category
2010s Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
Afghanistan Rose Collection Area Rugs - Wool Brown Green - 90989
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Rose Collection featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and BrownGreen, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
Category
20th Century Afghan Tribal Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Tribal Custom Rug Sample with Orange and Blue Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
The price enclosed represents our price per square foot for custom orders in this design. Please share your size and we will share CADs and custom listings to check out accordingly. ...
Category
2010s Indian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Irregular Shape Hand-Tufted Wool Rug 'Kembang Setaman' by RAG Home
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Irregular shape hand-tufted wool rug 'Kembang Setaman' by RAG Home
A modern and abstract interpretation of traditional savoir-faire craftsmanship - the art of embroidery. Like a flo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Rug in Brown and Green with Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 2x3 rug by Rug & Kilim is a new addition to their Chinese Art Deco rug line.
On the Design:
Admirers of the craft will appreciate a subtle refinement i...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Antique Look Oushak 7'1" x 9'3" #415
Located in Houston, TX
Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Antique Look Oushak 7'1" x 9'3" #415
Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces, where elegance m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Jute Area Flat Weave Rug, 4x6 Red And Jute Scalloped Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in Jaipur, IN
Handmade Jute Scalloped Rug, Red And Natural Jute Dhurrie -4'x6'
These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special manufacturing tech...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, Blue & White Indian Star Geometric Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Sky Blue And White Indian Star Geometric Rug - 6'x9'
These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the specia...
Category
2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Mehraban African Tuareg Mat
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number
31868
Size
11' 3" X 16' 1"
Design
Tuareg
Collection
Tuareg Mat
Material
Reed & Leather
Texture
Reed
Origin
Africa
Age
New
Category
2010s North African Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Leather, Reed
Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Gold, Floral Patterns and Pictorials
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool, this 9x12 contemporary rug represents the Chinese Art Deco rug collection by Rug & Kilim—inspired from the 1920s Chinoiserie style period pieces of the m...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Blue Geometric Design Flatweave Handmade Wool Rug 9'5" X 12'4"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite Turkish flatweave Kilim rug is a stunning masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship. Each rug is meticulously handwoven by skilled artisans using age-old techniques tha...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet by Nichols Workshop
Located in New York, NY
1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet by Nichols Workshop
Category
1920s Chinese Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1920's Antique Southwestern-Style Tree of Life Kilim Rug
By Navajo
Located in Dallas, TX
78719 Antique Tree of Life Pictorial Rug, 02'04 x 03'05. Rich in symbolism and composed with contemplative beauty, this antique Tree of Life pictorial rug from the American Southwest...
Category
Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Sheepskin Rug Green Eucalyptus - 3x6' 90x180cm
Located in Dural, AU
This eucalyptus green sheepskin rug is sustainable, natural living at its finest. The beautiful sheepskin rug is handcrafted from the highest quality Merino lambskin providing extrao...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Sheepskin
Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Style Deco Rug in Black with Colorful Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This square 9x9 rug is a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Homage Collection. Hand-knotted in wool and cotton, this particular rug recaptures fabulous Art Deco aesthetics in a Rusti...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1'9" x 3' 3" #129
Located in Houston, TX
Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1'9" x 3' 3" #129
Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at Turkish Rug Co, where eleg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Vintage Transylvanian Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice Transylvanian 20th century rug with beautiful patterns and blue field colors, very decorative, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundations.
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"Experience the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moldovan Tabriz Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
BLACKTHORN Rug - Petrol
Located in New York, NY
Here's a rug that brings new meaning to the phrase 'history in the making'. While its Art Nouveau motif, BLACKTHORN, part of our collaboration with the William Morris Gallery, dates ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mosaico Hand-Tufted Modern Wool Rug with Multicolor Pattern By Apadana
Located in Norwalk, CT
This beautiful, modern hand-tufted wool rug is part of our Laura Gottwald for Apadana Collection and features brown, blue, pink, and green fields. This Mosaico design: A kaleidoscopi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Modern Bidjar Style Wool Rug in Blue with Allover Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite rug showcases the timeless craftsmanship of the Bidjar style, meticulously handwoven from premium wool. Its rich light blue hue is complemented by a captivating allove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Islamic Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1'6" x 3'8" #8742
Located in Houston, TX
Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1'6" x 3'8" #8742 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces, where elegance meets functiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Transitional Basserabian Flatweave Wool Rug With French Motifs
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a beautiful antique-style Basserabian hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. It has a designed brown frame and multicolor accents in a gorgeous French floral pattern.
Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Spanish Colonial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
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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