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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Item type: New and Made To Order
Forsyth New Zealand Sheepskin Quad Rug, Ivory
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The naturalness and softness of a sheepskin rug can quickly elevate a room's beauty. On the floor, thrown over chairs and couches, this versatile design piece is a favorite of the Fo...
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2010s New Zealand Rugs and Carpets

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Sheepskin

Earth-Tone Japandi Kilim Area Rug, Modern Serenity Meets Simplistic Hygge
Located in Dallas, TX
81101 Modern Neutral Earth-Tone Kilim Rug, 10'00 x 13'09. Introducing our handwoven modern earth-tone kilim rug, a stunning fusion of organic modernity...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Japonisme Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Jute, Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Aubergine and Chartreuse Green Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 7x10 kilim rug is from an exciting new collection in Rug & Kilim's modern flat weaves. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this new style of our “Rez” Collect...
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2010s Persian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

4'x5'8" Taupe Brown Hand Knotted Wool Fine Peshawar Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Taupe Brown, Hand Knotted 100% Wool, Fine Peshawar with Intricate Geometric Motifs Maze Design Natural Dyes, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches ...
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2010s Afghan Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Polypropylene Outdoor Dhurrie Carpet Rug Fishes Blue
By Abe the Ape
Located in Madrid, ES
Tigre is an Abe the ape's desing for Kilombo Home. This rug has been ethically hand woven in polypropylene yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native of this region. It´s resistant to sun and water...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Acrylic

Apadana's Modern Texture Designed Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Customize the Modern Sasco Collection Custom Wool Rug to fit your space. It is hand-woven in India for exceptional quality and durability. Various color options are available. Delive...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zebra Hide Rug, South Africa, Wool Felt Backed with Leather Trim, New Zebra Hide
Located in New York, NY
Decorative new zebra hide rug from South Africa. The hide is backed with wool felt fabric and trimmed with leather all around. This zebra hide in the pictures is sold but we will ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Campaign Rugs and Carpets

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Zebra Hide

Rug & Kilim’s Polonaise Style Rug in Light Green with Floral Medallions
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 10x14 modern Polonaise rug originating from Nepal is inspired by a particularly celebrated provenance of rare rugs known for these large-scale medallions o...
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2010s Nepalese Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

9x12 Ft Modern design Moroccan style Rug. 100% Wool, Handmade. CUSTOM OPTIONS
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted (Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain style) rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

8x10 Ft Modern Moroccan style Handmade Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
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2010s Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Cinquecento Nastagio Rug by Studio Klass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave, a Himalayan wool and pure silk, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Black & gold Customizable Art Deco Estrella Cowhide Area Floor Rug Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Your lounge room just got a helluva lot more glam with the entrance of this 1970s glam rock-inspired Classic, in jet black herringbone combined with lots of gold! Let’s face it, tthe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug, Minimalist Shibui Meets Modern Hygge
Located in Dallas, TX
20767 Organic Modern Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 05'03 x 06'05. Minimalist elegance finds its purest expression in this hand-knotted wool Moroccan Beni Ourain rug, where the refined pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Organic Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Retreat Rug by Germans Ermičs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave and a Himalayan wool pile, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 indivi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

21st Century Turkish Patchwork Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Turkish Patchwork room size carpet handmade during the 21st century using vintage Turkish rugs from the mid-20th century. Measures: 11' 6" x 13' 9"
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Fine Grade Burchell Zebra Hide
Located in Saint Louis, US
We offer a variety of the finest grade Burchell Zebra Skins straight from South Africa. We hand select each zebra for its uniqueness in color, stripes and natural marks.
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2010s African Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Zebra Hide

Modern Oushak Handmade Multicolor Floral Pattern Beige Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Oushak hand-knotted wool rug with a beige field. This Oushak rug has a purple, pink, green, and blue accents layout a gorgeous geometric floral pattern design. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

5x7 Ft Modern Checkered Hand-Knotted Tulu Rug. 100% Wool. Cream and Brown Color
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
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2010s Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

21st Century Modern Felted Round Texture Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful contemporary Round Textured rug, hand knotted wool with an ivory field, tan and gray accents. This rug measures 8' 0" x 8' 0", circa 2019.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Irregular Abstract Organic Shape Hand Tufted Wool Rug Pastel Colours by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Please message us for custom shape and size we will make a new listing for you! To fly away like a kite in the sky? Ain't that the fantasy. To have a piece of said fantasy in techni...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Acrylic

8'1"x10'2" Green Hand Knotted Broken and Erased Birds Design Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Hedge Green, Hand Knotted, Broken and Erased Persian Inspired with Birds Design, Distinct Abrash, Shaved Low, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: ...
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2010s Indian Medieval Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

NDP53 Woollen Carpet by Nathalie du Pasquier for Post Design Collection/Memphis
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
NDP53 woollen carpet by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design collection/Memphis A woollen carpet handcrafted by different Nepalese artisans. Made in a limited edition of 36 signed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Shag Pile Rug. 100% Mohair Wool. Shaggy Carpet. Custom Options Availab.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your space with the ultimate in comfort and style — our Handmade Shag Pile Rug, expertly crafted using 100% premium mohair wool. This stunning piece is meticulously hand-knot...
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2010s Turkish Tulu Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Mohair

New Scandinavian Swedish Inspired Röllakan Rug with Modern Nordic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30791 New Scandinavian Swedish-Inspired Kilim Rug, 14'05 x 15'00. A vision of refinement and restraint, this handwoven wool Scandinavian Swedish-inspired kilim rug, woven in India, i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

8'x10' Hot Pink Overdyed Kazak Medallions Design Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hot Pink, Overdyed Kazak with Geometric Medallions Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in t...
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2010s Afghan Kazak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Murano Swirl Round White Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The invisible ridges traced by whirlwinds are actualized in this stunning round rug, a one-off piece deftly tufted by hand combining wool and cotton. Its characteristic raised textur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Textile

Custom sheepskin by Carine Boxy -- Orange Off-White rug
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This distinctive rug by Carine Boxy is crafted from a mix of natural animal skins, including soft sheepskin, and showcases a striking interplay of textures and tones. Bright orange a...
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2010s Belgian Rugs and Carpets

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Sheepskin, Feathers

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Dhurrie Rug in Blue Stripes
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...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Gradient Rug in Yellow and Black Ombre Grid and High-Low Texture
Located in Long Island City, NY
This wool 2x3 rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Modern Collection—both a new custom-capable texture and a smart new approach to gradient rugs. On the Design: Admir...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in White and Beige-Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the pallet of white and brown with cream accents. A comfortable, textural choic...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Leather

Ararat Rugs Oversized Mamlouk Rug A Majestic Revival of Islamic Artistry Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
Origin and Inspiration: The Mamlouk Rug is a contemporary masterpiece that draws its inspiration from the rich textile traditions of the Mamlouk Sultanate, which reigned over Egypt a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Rug & Kilim’s Pictorial Tiger Rug in Beige-Brown with Blue and Red
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool, Rug & Kilim presents this breathtaking 6x8 piece from the latest in their classically-inspired Tiger Collection. On the Design: Inspired by rare works of fol...
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2010s Afghan Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Runner Rug with Light Blue Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 3x8 runner rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection—a contemporary reimagining of Swedish minimalism and vintage ru...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

New Modern Abstract Design Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk and wool rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and wool velvet on cotton foundation.
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

8'x10' Imperial Blue Chinese Art Deco Inspired Peshawar Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Imperial Blue, Chinese Art Deco Inspired Peshawar, Vegetable Dyes, Hand Knotted, Soft and Vibrant Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Styl...
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2010s Afghan Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Abstract Composition Doodles Rug by Faye Toogood for cc-tapis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Limited edition of 5 rugs, personally signed by designer Faye Toogood. Faye Toogood’s “Abstract Composition” is the third rug in a new upcoming collection of 6 designs called “Doo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim's Scandinavian Style Kilim Rug in Red, Pink, Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Connoting a contemporary take on vintage Swedish aesthetics, a 9x11 flat weave from Rug & Kilim’s award-winning Scandinavian Collection. The modern style Kilim adopts a classic Deco ...
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2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

21st Century Floral Oushak Turkish Wool Rug Handmade with Multicolor Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your interior space with the exquisite beauty of this flawless Turkish Oushak wool rug. This rug exudes pure luxury and refinement and is imbued with superior artistry and cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Overdyed One-of-a-Kind Wool Gray Area Rug 9' 1" x 12' 3"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Over-dyed area rugs are created by taking vintage or traditional rugs and applying a vibrant, monochromatic dye over the existing patterns. This technique results in a bold, modern a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

15 x 19 Modern Khotan Style Handmade Wool Rug In Orange with Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This oversized Khotan-style hand-knotted wool rug features an orange field with brown and beige accents. The design showcases an all-over pattern that incorporates elements of modern...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Khotan Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

10'2"x14'1" Light Gray Kashkuli Gabbeh With Vibrant Wool Hand Knotted Oriental
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Light Gray Kashkuli Gabbeh With Soft, Velvety Plush Vibrant Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the cen...
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2010s Afghan Tribal Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oriental Hand Knotted Rug 6' x 8'11" #9005
Located in Houston, TX
Oriental Hand Knotted Rug 6' x 8'11" #9005 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. Elevate your...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Hand Knotted Modern Rug 9'7" x 11'3" #17446
Located in Houston, TX
Hand Knotted Modern Rug 9'7" x 11'3" #17446 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. Elevate you...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Silver Grey Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary silver grey silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 21'7" × 20'10" (657 × 635 cm). A fine hand-knotted silk rug with raised pile border. A spectacular rug in a silky shade o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Rug In Blue And Cream, With Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 8x10 custom rug design represents Rug & Kilim's Scandinavian rug collection—a contemporary reimagining of Swedish Minimalism and vintage rugs and texti...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Custom Flatweave Rug Sample with Yellow and Pink Geometric Pattern
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. ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Armorial Tudor Style Rug in Black, with Beige, Blue and Gold Tones
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x11 contemporary rug is inspired by antique Tudor rugs and tapestries—-a new release from Rug & Kilim’s European collection. On the Design: Admirers of t...
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2010s Chinese Tudor Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Ararat Rugs Derbend Kazak Rug, 19th C. Caucasian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Derbend Kazak rug also known as Daghestan rug, designed late 19th century, is a type of handwoven rug that originates from the Caucasus region, specifically from the town of Derbend (also spelled as Derbent) in modern-day Dagestan, Russia. Derbend rugs have a rich history that dates back centuries and are highly regarded for their intricate designs and craftsmanship. Derbend rugs are known for their bold and vibrant geometric designs. They often feature intricate patterns and motifs such as diamonds, medallions, stars, and stylized floral elements. The designs are typically woven with high contrast, using a variety of colors, including red, blue, green, and ivory. Derbend rugs have been woven by various ethnic groups in the Caucasus region, including the Azerbaijani, Lezgian, and Avar peoples. They hold cultural and historical importance as a form of artistic expression and are considered a part of the region's rich weaving heritage. The design of this rug is interpreted by our designers and soft colors are chosen for this rug. Color summary: 7 colors in total; Turquoise 330 (Spurge - Madder Root - Indigo - Walnut Husk) Dark Brown 316 (No Dye - Sheep’s Own Color) Barley Corn 103 (Only Specially Washed) Mandarian Orange 529 (Madder Root - Walnut Hulsk) Wax Flower...
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21st Century and Contemporary Caucasian Revival Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

cc-tapis CRISS CROSS Medium handmade rug by India Mahdavi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crisscross is a collection of rugs designed by designer India Mahdavi for the CC-Tapis brand. These rugs are expertly crafted using fine hand-woven wool combined with the artisanal c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Brown and Black Versatile customizable Desnudo Cowhide Area Floor Rug Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Earthy, natural and calming, the Desnudo is a beautiful, versatile design combining rich, textural and warm tones. The Desnudo is created from premium Argentinian cowhide leather,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

Contemporary Handmade Spanish Arts & Crafts Cuenca Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Spanish Cuenca room size carpet handmade during the 21st century in the style of the Arts & Crafts movement famous during the turn of the 20th century. Measures: 10' 0" x...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Arts and Crafts Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x8 Sky Blue And Green Tile Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed Forest Green , Sky Blue And Cream Tile Patterned Swedish Rug-8'x8' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due t...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

10'x10' Green Hand Knotted Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design All Wool Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Pistachio Green, Hand Knotted, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft Wool, Natural Dyes, Square, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inche...
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2010s Afghan Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Style Modern Rug in Green, Beige Abstract Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 12X12 hand-knotted piece from Rug & Kilim’s Homage Collection. Donning a modern vibe, this piece is a crowning glory from our Dots Line. The rug features an abstract pattern in a d...
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2010s Indian Other Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

21st Century East Turkestan Khotan Pictorial Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern East Turkestan Khotan pictorial room size carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 12' 4" x 14' 1"
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21st Century and Contemporary East Turkestani Khotan Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Patchwork Kilim Rug in Polychromatic Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, Rug & Kilim presents a 3x5 contemporary rug from their innovative new patchwork kilim collection. On the Design: This flat weave technique repurposes vintage y...
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2010s Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Persian Fish Design Tabriz Runner Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
Tabriz rugs are well known for their excellent weaving and design. One of the very famous patterns of Tabriz rugs are Fish design known is Mahi and is one of the classis patterns produced by the masterful carpet in Tabriz. This beautiful piece has wool and silk pile with cotton foundation. The base color is brown and the border is cream. Mahi rugs...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Homage to the Square Rug ‘Blue or Pink or Red’ by Josef Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is adapted from the 1951 oil on masonite painting by Josef Albers. The rug is available in a limited edition of 150 and produced in associa...
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2010s Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Black Gold Purple Blue Elegant
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native of this region. Each rug is handw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Kilim in Blue & Beige-Brown Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Reimagining Swedish sensibilities, this 5x7 Scandinavian Kilim enjoys a defined geometric pattern in gorgeous repetition, exemplified in rich play of earthy beige-brown with a gray-b...
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2010s Indian Kilim 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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