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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Item type: New and Made To Order
Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Style Modern Rug in Pink and Blue Multi-Color Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade in a refined, low-pile wool with a comfortable wash achieving this shabby chic distressed style, this 8 x 10 modern rug joins the Homage collection by Rug & Kilim, representing an encyclopedic approach to reimagining iconic Classic and modern rug styles with innovating texture like that this multi-color geometric design enjoys. On the design: Embracing Mid-Century Modern rug and retro...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 12x15 Blue, Pink Geometric Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Sky Blue And Pink Geometric Patterned Indian Rug - 12'x15' (360x480cm) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Cotton

Apadana's Modern Handmade Wool Rug Moroccan-Style In Ivory With Abstract Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Moroccan-style wool rug is hand-knotted and showcases a beautiful modern design with a natural ivory field. It features a stunning abstract pattern in green, gray, and brown. T...
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2010s Indian Organic Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Gray Modern Aloe and Silk Custom Rug By Apadana
Located in Norwalk, CT
Modern Wool, Aloe, and Silk Custom Rug: Size and color tailored to fit your space. Wool, Aloe, and bamboo Silk with Hand-Knotted techniques for superior quality. Sourced from Nepal, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Silk

"Court Series" Field House Rug by Pieces, Modern Hand-Tufted Colorful Red Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The “Court Series” rugs are hand tufted with blended wool and viscose material dyed in hyper-saturated colors, with tennis court-like geometries repre...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Year of the Snake by Liesel Plambeck
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This rug holds personal importance for a designer, Liesel Plambeck, dedicated to her mother and her Taiwanese heritage, the mythology and imagery of a place brought to life in storie...
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2010s Indian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

2'8"x8' Almond Brown Hand Knotted Modern Grass Design Wool and Silk Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Almond Brown, Hand Knotted, Modern Grass Design, Denser Weave, Wool and Silk, Lush and Plush, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches ...
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2010s Indian Medieval Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Hand knotted contemporary geometric pattern black and white Varj Merino Rug
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Varj Rug is a finely hand knotted rug , expertly handcrafted by weavers in India. Hand knotted completely on our custom design of a rhythmic pattern of slightly lifted squares an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

New Hereke Wool & Cotton Carpet - Turkish Anatolian Rug Red Ground
Located in Tokyo, JP
This unique Wool Hereke Carpet is among the highest-quality carpets in the Hereke workshop. There is a flower lattice on a deep red background with the fineness of the weave, the use...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Organic Modern Moroccan Light Brown Wool Rug with Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand-knotted organic Moroccan wool rug features a light brown field with beige and gray accents in a geometric design, complete with fringes. It serves as a captivating centerpi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis Rotazioni B Standard Rug by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave and Himalayan wool coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 individual kno...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Oversized Rug in Pink with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 13x18 ode to Chinese Art Deco rugs is the next addition to Rug & Kilim’s Deco Collection. This collection is a contribution to the style, and our years of ...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

21st Century Customizable Red and Yellow Tiger Tibetan Prayer Rug , 2019
Located in Firenze, IT
Tiger rug cm. 180 x 90 new production Nepalese rug, knotted with hand-spun wool with Tibetan knot. The background is a brilliant red and the tiger depicted has its back richly decora...
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2010s Tibetan Tibetan Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Persian Bijar Bidjar Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This piece is a handmade Persian Bijar rug with diamond medallion. This piece has wool with cotton foundation. The base color is red and cream, ...
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Early 2000s Persian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Persian Bijar Bidjar Rug
Persian Bijar Bidjar Rug
$4,950 Sale Price
37% Off
Evolution Part II Rug by Illulian Design Studio Limited Edition
Located in Milan, IT
These unique rug models are customizable in terms of size, colors, shape and composition (percentage of silk compared to the percentage of Himalayan wool or other materials requested...
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2010s Italian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

New Turkish Oushak Rug with Blue and Green Floral Details on Beige Field
Located in Dallas, TX
New Turkish rug made of handwoven sheep’s wool of the finest quality. It’s colored with organic vegetable dyes that are certified safe for humans and pets alike. It features floral d...
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2010s Turkish Oushak Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Selce #4 Emathite Red Rug by Studio Salaris by Carpet Edition
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning combination of earth tones graces the surface of this asymmetrical rug designed by Studio Solaris and part of the Selce Collection. Contemporary and unconventional, this p...
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2010s Italian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Textile

Small 'Blur' Wool Kilim Rug by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Nanimarquina
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Blur' Wool Kilim Rug by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Nanimarquina Fabricated from Afghan wool, 'Blur' is a hand-loomed kilim rug. The sequence of geometric shapes and repet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Kartell Carpet Rug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Kartell carpet collection consists of four different models of propylene-backed polyamide rugs. All patterns are digitally printed.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Nylon

Kartell Carpet Rug
Kartell Carpet Rug
$1,535 / item
Mehraban Modern Design Mezzo Collection Wool & Silk Embossed Rug ESK470
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 26206 Size 9' 11" X 14' 1" Design ESK470 Collection Allure Material Wool & Bamboo Silk Texture Embossed Origin India Age New
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2010s Asian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk, Bamboo

Custom Hand Knotted Moroccan Wool Rug
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Moroccan Rug 100% Wool hand knotted / hand made Moroccan rug Color: Sand, beige, brown Natural earthy colors look great with all styles, and will compliment any room. Style: Abst...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Navy Sarouq
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation. New Dimensions: 6' x 9' Origin: India Condition: Excellent Field Color: Navy-Blue Border Color: Cherry-Red Accent Colors: Ivory,...
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2010s Persian Sarouk Farahan Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 5x8 Blue And White Striped Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Blue And White Striped Indian Dhurrie Rug-5'x8' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special manufacturing...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Cotton

Sasha Bikoff X Art Hide Customizable Cowhide Woodland Menagerie Tapestry
Located in Charlotte, NC
Introducing Woodland Menagerie Tapestry, the ultimate in artisan interior design. Designed by New York Interior Designer Sasha Bikoff for Art Hide, this beautiful wall tapestry featu...
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2010s Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

Art Nouveau-Inspired Blue, Cream, Brown, Pink, and Red Wool Persian Rug, 3' x 5'
Located in New York, NY
This Art Nouveau-inspired blue, cream, brown, pink, and red wool Persian rug, sized 3' x 5', features a beautiful fusion of intricate design and rich color. The abstract pattern flow...
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2010s Persian Art Nouveau Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Handmade Light Green Ground Moroccan Rug with Brown Border. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exotic charm and contemporary elegance of this modern handknotted Moroccan style Turkish Tulu rug, crafted from 100% wool. This exquisite piece bri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

4x6 ft Custom Handmade Tulu Rug, All Wool. New Checkered Design in Brown & Ivory
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A custom, handmade Tulu rug made from 100% hand-spun wool of finest quality. It features a simple checkered design in cream and radiant brown. Size: 4x6 ft. Available as seen or can...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Tulu Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Dune Rug, Made in Italy
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Dune Rug Measures: CM300X200
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Fabric

Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Rug in Beige-Brown with Herati Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This hand-knotted wool 2x3 rug is a new addition to the Homage Collection by Rug & Kilim—an encyclopedia of iconic rug designs and patterns, underscored by a unique modern take on di...
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2010s Indian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Steel Blue Hand Knotted Geometric Art Deco Collection Pure Wool Rug 9'0" x 12'0"
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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2010s Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Sand Brianne Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Oozing essential chic, the Sand Brianne rug creates an elegant calm in a classic space. Hand loomed in Himalayan wool and viscose, the rug features a shiny center with a matte-effect...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Textile, Wool

Sand Brianne Rug
$3,186 / item
Rug & Kilim’s Large Cowhide Rug in Beige-Brown and Cream Tones
Located in Long Island City, NY
This handmade 7x8 contemporary cowhide rug from Rug & Kilim represents an exciting new collection of rare large-size pieces in the style—each a comfortable and stylish addition to a ...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Fur, Hide, Leather

Oversized Handmade Gray Modern Indian Loop/Cut Wool Rug With Solid Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful oversized handmade rug from India features a combination of bamboo, silk, and wool materials with a gorgeous gray field. This rug showcases a captivating, all-over solid de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

9x12 Ft New Moroccan Azilal Style Rug. Custom Options Available. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Eclypse Wool & Viscose Rug by Sitap Carpet Couture Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Eclypse carpet best expresses SpaceTime topic, proposed at Salone del Mobile 2022. Infinity moves its shape obtained thanks to Hancarving and Weaving techniques on two levels preciou...
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2010s Italian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Textile

6'3"x8'8" Steel Blue Wool Hand Knotted Boujaad Moroccan Berber Design Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Steel Blue, Organic Wool Hand Knotted, Boujaad Moroccan Berber Design Natural Dyes, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in t...
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2010s Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Hand-Tufted 'Manuscrit' Runner by Joaquim Ruiz Millet for Nanimarquina
Located in Glendale, CA
Hand-Tufted 'Manuscrit' Runner by Joaquim Ruiz Millet for Nanimarquina. Executed in 100% hand-tufted New Zealand wool. The absence of color makes each of these rugs a dichotomy, a c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Sasha Bikoff X Art Hide Customizable Cowhide White & Gray Shibori Round Area Rug
Located in Charlotte, NC
Prepare to be transported to a world of exoticism from the east, where craftsmanship and creativity meet in perfect harmony. Visionary designer Sasha Bikoff has skillfully infused the ancient Japanese dying technique of Shibori into this exquisite rug. Drawing inspiration from her in-depth research and passion for handmade textiles, she has expertly combined tradition with innovation. The magic begins with Art Hide's in-house dyeing process, which showcases a kaleidoscope of indigo blues, grays and lilacs. Art Hide's innovative Fusion technique takes center stage in the creation of this rug. With absolutely no stitching, the seamless finish of the Shibori Rug...
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2010s Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Orange Area Rug 8' 10" x 11' 8"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Rugs and Carpets

Materials

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

Contemporary Solid Hand Made Brown Area Rug 2' 0" x 3' 0"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Bridging the gap between traditional and modern, the Transitional Jute collection features rugs that exemplify versatility. Soft underfoot with a pleasing combination of textures, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Jute

cc-tapis Rotazioni A Rug by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave and Himalayan wool coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 individual kno...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Cotton

Irregular Shape MOSS RUG Hantufted Green Rug by RAG HOME
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Soil, grass, bush, trees, and the tranquil crystal-clear blue ponds. Introducing ' The Earth from Above ' a sophisticated landscape rug portraying diverse golf course terrains, from ...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Acrylic, Yarn

8x10 Ft Modern Handmade Moroccan Tulu Rug, 100% Wool, Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A contemporary hand-knotted Moroccan rug, made of plant dyed sheep wool. Soft, comfy pile that is ideal for families with kids. Available as it is or made to measure in any size ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Persian Black Tabriz Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
This rug is a magnificent hand-knotted Persian Tabriz masterpiece, renowned for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship. It boasts a captivating floral medallion pattern, meticulously designed by the esteemed Tabriz designer Benam, whose work is celebrated for its artistic excellence and cultural significance. The rug's pile is an exquisite blend of wool and silk, complemented by a silk foundation, ensuring both durability and an opulent texture. Measuring 8 feet 1 inch by 11 feet 9 inches, this brand-new creation radiates luxury, with its intricate patterns vividly highlighted by the shimmering silk. This adds a touch of exclusivity and sophistication, making it a true standout piece in any space. An extraordinary feature of this rug is its 80 Raj quality, a testament to its fineness and attention to detail. The term "Raj" refers to the number of knots in 7 linear centimeters, and with 80 knots per 7 centimeters, this rug exemplifies the pinnacle of Persian weaving. Such density not only showcases the incredible skill of the artisans but also enhances the clarity and precision of the intricate design. This 80 Raj Tabriz...
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Early 2000s Persian Tabriz Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Persian Black Tabriz Rug
Persian Black Tabriz Rug
$28,700 Sale Price
30% Off
Wavy Rug Brite Hand Tufted Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Wavy Rug is a series of rugs first exhibited in our Pieces Homes Project in Kennebunk, Maine. The Wavy rug design concept started as a single rug composed...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Finished Serapi Carpet 313x260cm
Located in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Antique Finished Serapi Carpet 313x260cm Produced with handspun wool dyed using natural dyes, the blue ground field is decorated with large flower motifs of different colours in an a...
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Early 2000s Azerbaijani Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis NAÏF TRIANGLES handmade rug in wool by David/Nicolas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Naïf Collection projects the designers’ sensibility for geometric shapes applied to an extremely suggestive form of sincere raw beauty. Guided by instinct rather than rigor, the coll...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

cc-tapis NAÏF CROWN handmade rug in himalayan wool by David/Nicolas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Naïf Collection projects the designers’ sensibility for geometric shapes applied to an extremely suggestive form of sincere raw beauty. Guided by instinct rather than rigor, the coll...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

New Scandinavian Green Swedish Inspired Kilim Röllakan, 09'03 x 11'11
Located in Dallas, TX
31120 New Scandinavian Modern Green Swedish Inspired Kilim Rug, 09'03 x 11'11. Exuding earth-tone elegance and Scandinavian Modern style, this handwoven wool Swedish-inspired kilim r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Blue with Brown Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a gift-sized 3x4 Kilim from an innovative new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on classic pan...
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2010s Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug Night Out Red - Modern Geometric Grey Wool with Red Moon and Lines carpet
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Night Out Red" from Freedom Collection This is one of four rugs from the "Freedom Collection" which was inspired by the book from the author Ms. Yeonmi Park on her es...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Forsyth New Zealand Sheepskin Quad Rug, Smokey Taupe
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

Ararat Rugs Village Rug, Antique Anatolian Turkish Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of the rug comes from the book Orient Star – A Carpet Collection, E. Heinrich Kirchheim, Hali Publications Ltd, 1993 nr.172. This is a unique, lacking formal arrangement d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Contemporary Zig Zag Customizable Cream and Silver Rug Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Featuring a Space-Age repeat zig zag pattern with a raw jagged edge, the Baia rug exudes an air of retro-chic glamor. In natural hide tones of light Grey, light Tan and Ivory, Baia’s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Cowhide

cc-tapis Rug Bliss Ultimate Undyed Round Natural by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Born in France. Designed in Milan. Produced in Nepal. cc-tapis is an Italian company which produces contemporary hand-knotted rugs which are created in Nepal by expert Tibetan artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Traditional Abstract Wool, Silk Hand Knotted Green Area Rug 9' 1" x 12' 4"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Kazak rugs have been sought after for generations, their unique design aesthetic a captivating combination of tribal history and geographic influence. Intricately hand-knotted from w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Ararat Rugs Palmettes and Flowers Lattice Rug Bidjar Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
Introducing the exquisite Palmettes and Flower Lattice Rug from Ararat Rugs, a masterful representation of traditional Persian craftsmanship. This handwoven rug showcases the intrica...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 6x9 Lavender, Green Border Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Lavender, Purple And Green Empty Field Border Indian Dhurrie Rug-6'x9' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to th...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 6x8 modern rug from Rug & Kilim’s bold Mid-Century Modern Collection, in collaboration with modern artist Jenn Ski. Hand knotted in wool and all-natural silk, exploring varied atom...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century 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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