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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Art Nouveau
Vintage Indian Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic late 20th century Indian hand knotted rug woven in varying shades of natural colored wool, and with a modern stripped pattern woven in a flatweave against the pile of the fiel...
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Late 20th Century Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Irregular Shape Abstract Rug by RAG HOME
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Contemporary irregular abstract shape hand-tufted rug A combination of neatness and abstraction. A fluid patterns and shades of primary colors from vibrant to pastel, just enough to...
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2010s Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Yarn

Orley Shabahang "Canberra" Contemporary Persian Rug in Gray and Cream, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
Awaken into your dreams with this gray and cream contemporary 8' x 10' Persian rug by Orley Shabahang, titled "Canberra," from their Dream Collection. A flowing interconnected patter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug Lines -Carpet Tufted Grey Wool w/ Multicolor Lines Red Yellow Blue
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Lines" The carpet takes influence from the topographical lines off a map. Its a neutral light grey background with swirling lines from different directions. It has a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Neutral 20th Century Brown Beige Turkish Runner
Located in New York, NY
Neutral tone one of a kind Turkish runner with a borderless all over design, circa mid-20th century Measures: 2'7” x 11'9”.
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Indian Made Handmade Contemporary Abstract Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
With their freeform motifs and sophisticated color play, the rugs in the Abstract collection imbue a room with a fresh, dynamic spirit. This collection was handcrafted, in India, usi...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Beige-Brown and Blue Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 9x12 Swedish rug from our “High” texture named for its high-and-low approach to Swedish patterns features geometric patterns inspired by Swedish Deco sensi...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Cream and White with Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 Kilim is a smart contemporary and textural piece from Rug & Kilim, with subtle variations in color and a boucle-like texture which lend a fabulous sense ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Blue with Cream Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in fine wool, a 5x7 flatweave from our Scandinavian Nu collection connoting Swedish sensibilities with a neat geometric pattern sitting comfortably in gorgeous symmetry flo...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Handmade Room Size Turkish Shag Rug
Located in New York, NY
A handmade modern Turkish Tulu shag rug from the 21st century in blue, rust orange, green, and aubergine.
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Green with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x12 Swedish rug design represents a new texture in Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection. Handwoven in a blend of wool and exotic yarns, its design is inspired by Swedish m...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Yarn

Circular Moon Figurative Carpet Hand Knotted Wool India Round Rug Design Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
“Moon” is a unique handmade example. This rug, hand-knotted with a high knot density, is available in New Zealand Wool, Tencel and Bamboo Silk in different pile heights cut with scis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber

Rug & Kilim's Distressed Style Modern Rug in Red & Gold Abstract Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
From Rug & Kilim’s Homage collection, an 8x10 distressed style abstract rug reflecting on rippling curvatures with delicious red-brown & lush orange-gold tones. The drawing expresses...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Hand Knotted Birds Rug by Hatsu
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand knotted birds rug by Hatsu Dimensions: D 140 x W 201 cm Materials: Wool Hatsu is a design studio based in Mumbai that creates modern l...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Style Curved Shape Hand-Tufted Rug Blue & Green Circle Patterned
Located in Porto, PT
Tapis Shaped #048 is a Modern style rug in murky green and light blue, a classic yet sophisticated color combination. With an irregular shape that juxtaposes oval circles with contrasting colors, this is a design masterpiece that makes a statement in any modern home. Made of botanical silk, a biodegradable fiber, TAPIS Shaped #048 rug has a luxurious texture to give a bold update to any room. Material: Lyocell Dimensions: width: 140 cm 55.1 in – length: 250 cm 98.4 in About TAPIS Studio: TAPIS is a rugs brand by HOMMÉS Studio. Born from the desire to create a multi-personality tapestry brand, TAPIS presents multifaceted collections, offering a rug for every moment, every style, every room and everyone. The result is eye-catching pieces that will pleasure all of the senses. We aim to make rugs for slow homes, in a synergy between wise artisans and mechanical appliances. The excelled quality means to make a TAPIS Studio rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Natural Fiber

Modern Hand-Tufted Irregular Round Shape Memphis Style Rug Orange & Beige
Located in Porto, PT
TAPIS Essential #008 is a modern rug that brings back mid-century modern vibes mixed with Memphis style. With an irregular shape and neutral colors, the ochre and cream rug juxtaposes an organic shape and two oval circles, making this modern rug essential in contemporary interiors. Made of botanical silk, TAPIS Essential #008 irregular area rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Natural Fiber

Modern Eclectic Style Rug with Hand-Tufted Botanical Silk
Located in Porto, PT
TAPIS Shaped #023 is an eclectic rug that brings back mid-century modern vibes mixed with Postmodern style. This rug is handmade using the hand-tufted technique from 100% botanical s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Natural Fiber

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug in All over Brown-Black, White Abstract Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
An 8 X 11 hand knotted abstract rug from Rug & Kilim’s New & Modern Collection. Made with fine quality goat hair wool, the rug embodies a delicious superimposed pattern in white agai...
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2010s Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Goat Hair, Wool

6.4x9.7 Ft Hot Pink Handmade Turkish Wool Area Rug for Modern Interiors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Chatham, Transitional Flat-Weave Handwoven Area Rug, Ivory
Located in Norwalk, CT
Color: Ivory. Made In: India. 80% Wool, 20% Cotton. Durable and low-maintenance, flatweave rugs are especially popular for high-traffic rooms and in households with children and pets...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Contemporary Abstract Shape Rug with Surrealist Motifs Black & White in Wool
Located in Porto, PT
Tapis Shaped #029 also known as Ray Rug is an avant-garde piece by HOMMÉS Studio x TAPIS Studio. Part of our Shaped Collection that is perfect for an irreverent interior look, from t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Natural Fiber, Synthetic, Wool

cc-tapis Metroquadro Dusk Rug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handwoven in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave, Himalayan wool and bamboo silk pile coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. The sal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Kilim Rug in a Golden, Brown Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 10x13 flat weave from Rug & Kilim’s celebrated Scandinavian Kilim Collection. Celebrating Swedish Modernist aesthetics, the Kilim enjoys a gorgeous geometric pat...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

' Pink Opaque ' Abstract Irregular Round Shape Hand-Tufted Rug by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
' Pink Opaque ' contemporary irregular round shape hand-tufted Viscose wool rug by RAG Home Original Designed by Rannisa Soraya from RAG Home Hand-tufted ...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vanilla Fraise Abstract Irregular Round Shape Hand-Tufted Rug by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
' Vanille Fraise ' contemporary irregular round shape hand-tufted Viscose wool rug by RAG Home Original Designed by Rannisa Soraya from RAG Home Hand-tufted with mixed Methods and C...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Liberdade Carpet, Silk Bamboo Rug, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Designed by Rute Martins for Greenapple’s Contemporary Collection and handcrafted in Portugal, in one of the biggest and oldest existing companies producing hand-made rugs in Europe, this rug is the perfect centrepiece for any living area. This rug is totally customisable accordingly to your preferences and available space. Handmade by talented artisans using unique techniques and high-end materials, no details are left behind. The extremely soft texture and shimmering finish that reflects the light gives this Silk Bamboo rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Bamboo

Modern Style Irregular Shape Carpet 'Dancing Dimension' by RAG
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Modern style Irregular shape carpet 'Dancing Dimension' by RAG Original Designed by Rannisa Soraya RAG Home Jakarta Hand-tufted with mixed Carving Em...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Organic Carpet, Silk Bamboo Rug, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Designed by Rute Martins for Greenapple’s Contemporary Collection and handcrafted in Portugal, in one of the biggest and oldest existing companies producing hand-made rugs in Europe, this rug is the perfect centrepiece for any living area. This rug is totally customisable accordingly to your preferences and available space. Handmade by talented artisans using unique techniques and high-end materials, no details are left behind. The extremely soft texture and shimmering finish that reflects the light gives this Silk Bamboo rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Bamboo

'Mis-Shapes' Contemporary Irregular Abstract Shape Hand tufted Rug by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
'Mis-Shapes' Contemporary irregular abstract shape hand-tufted Viscose wool rug A combination of neatness and abstraction. A fluid patterns and shades of primary colors from vibran...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Inventory Rope Rug by Faye Toogood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Produced with the handloom technique in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is handwoven in flat-weave with Himalayan wool and cotton inserts coming from the areas surr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Al Tappeto 001 Contemporary design by Enrico Girotti for lapiegaWD - Furnigible
Located in Verona, IT
AlTappeto is the new collection of rugs designed by Enrico Girotti for lapiegaWD and Furnigible Tiny dashes that fade into gradient colors, fill the entire shape of the carpet with a...
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2010s Belgian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Textile

cc-tapis Metroquadro Mind the Gap Rug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handwoven in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave, Himalayan wool and bamboo silk pile coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. The sal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

cc-tapis Inventory Quilt Rug by Faye Toogood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Produced with the handloom technique in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is handwoven in flat-weave with Himalayan wool, linen and cotton inserts coming from the are...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Natural Raw Wool Flatweave Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
12' x 15' Hand knotted raw wool Origin: India Field Color: Ivory Accent Colors: Brown, Beige.
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2010s Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Tie Dye Color Rag Rug Turkish Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish rag rug 16'' x 17''
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton, Foam

6.3x10 Ft Handmade Gray Area Rug with Medallion Design. Modern Turkish Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Rug & Kilim's Distressed style Modern rug in Gold, Beige Abstract pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
From Rug & Kilim’s Homage collection, a 8x10 distressed style abstract rug relishing a positive-negative play of luscious beige & rich gold for an alluring take on this textural styl...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Indian Made Handmade Contemporary Solid Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Tone-on-tone stripes give the Solid collection depth and sophistication. These rugs introduce an unexpected but welcome jolt of color into an otherwise neutral space. Handcrafted by ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber

5.6x9 Ft Modern Black Area Rug made of wool and cotton, Hand-Knotted in Turkey
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Persian Shiraz Hand Knotted Rug in Black and Ivory Pattern
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Shiraz bold graphic black and ivory pattern rug is hand-knotted, and made from the finest hand-spun, hand-carded naturally dyed wool. Many of the rugs made in the villag...
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2010s Persian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Shimmer Gold 12x15 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This exquisite modern hand-knotted rug from India offers a delightful sensory experience, captivating both touch and sight with its luscious hand-loomed design. A unique blend of woo...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

3.8x6 Ft Vintage Hand-Knotted Anatolian Accent Rug in Orange for Modern Homes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug re-dyed in orange color for contemporary interiors. Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed. Sturdy and can be us...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton, Wool

Two Italian Carpets Tree 20th Century
Located in Sofia, BG
Beautiful pair of Italian carpets with tree imagine.
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20th Century European Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Geometric Trellis High-Low Rug
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation. High-low pile design. Approximate dimensions: 10' x 14'. Origin: India Field color: ivory. Accent color: brown.
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Gomez Zebra Hide Rug Trimmed in Black Italian Leather
Located in Saint Louis, US
Come and browse our selection of South African Zebra Rugs. With our superb craftsmanship and quality stock, we can assure you that this stable luxury item will last for years to come...
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2010s American Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Leather, Zebra Hide

Rug & Kilim’s Persian Style Rug with Black, Blue and Purple Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x12 contemporary rug by Rug & Kilim represents an exciting new take on Persian rugs with a particular inspiration from Bidjar rugs designs—made with a luxurious hand-knotted wo...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Memoriae Tempore Collection by Duccio Maria Gambi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tempore, Latin term denoting a temporary or provisional period. The starting point for the creative process of a collection of hand-knotted rugs made of Himalayan wool evoking a temp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Morning Dream - Design Kilim Rug Ouwen Mori Carpet Wool Cotton Handwoven Warm
Located in MILANO, ML
Morning Dream - Design Rug Ouwen Mori Kilim Carpet Wool Cotton Handwoven Warm Morning Dream On this carpet geometry is recomposed into an irregular perspective of architectural form...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Grand Dusty White, Wool Cut Pile Rug
Located in Floral Park, NY
The Grand Collection is made to create a hotel-like feel in your home. The collection comes in luxurious yet contemporary colors; Dusty White, Silver, Brick Red, Deep Blue and Pale G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Boho, Cream Mix, Handknotted Rug in Scandinavian Design
Located in Floral Park, NY
A bohemian Minimalist design, where ancient textures meet modern lines. Textured to the eye, yet soft to touch. The geometric pattern is inspired by the limestone steps of the grand ...
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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 White & Navy Blue Valance
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handmade in Spain using the hand tufted technique. We use only the finest natural yarns, 100% pure virgin wool with a thickness of 15mm. - Customize in any size and in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Pink Black Gold White Geometric
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

Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Rug 9'8"x 10'5"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This Turkish oushak rug is a stunning piece of art that has been handwoven using traditional techniques by skilled artisans. The rug features intricate patterns and a soft color pale...
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2010s Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

AML 01, Cut Pile Rug, Norr Mälarstrand Collection
Located in Floral Park, NY
Designed by Swedish architect Andreas Martin Löf for his living and work space in Norr Mälarstrand, Stockholm. Inspired by the typical “Norr Mälarstra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

ClassiCon Blue Marine Rug by Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Eileen Gray created not only some of the most important furniture classics of the 20th century but also had her own studio where rugs were produced according to her designs. Some of her most beautiful patterns are now again available as re-editions: masterpieces of abstract textile art of 100 % pure new wool, natural vegetable dye, handwoven and processed to the highest quality with a density of 80 knots per square inch. Eileen Gray designed Blue Marine...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Oriental Inspired Beige and White Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary oriental inspired beige and white rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 10'9" x 11'9" (327 x 358 cm). Unique charm of traditional rugs makes them one of the most desired piece...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Linen

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Oversized Rug With Striae of Beige
Located in Long Island City, NY
A modern textural rug from our Texture of Color line in this collection—hand-knotted in silk, this 14x19 oversized rug features neutral tones in a near-palace-size made to sit comfor...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Kilim Rug in Brown with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 3x5 Kilim rug is from the flatweave line in the Scandinavian rug collection by Rug & Kilim. Handwoven in wool, cotton and natural yarns, its design is a modern take on Rollakan ...
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2010s Indian Modern 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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