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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Industrial
Distressed Antique Turkish Sparta Rug with Modern Rustic English Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74997, distressed antique Turkish Sparta rug with modern rustic English style 10'00 x 13'00. With its perfectly worn-in charm and rustic sensibility, this hand knotted wool 20th cent...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Silk Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
A Classic antique Persian silk on wool rug woven in city of Kashan. KPSI 400.
Category
20th Century Persian Early Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Large Room Size Carpet in Neutral Tones
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz large room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century with a monochromatic design in shades of cream to light brown with only a few patterns in dark br...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Room Size Carpet In Goldenrod and Blush
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century with a well-drawn floral design over a yellow goldenrod field and bordered in blush.
Measures: 8' 6"...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zeki Muren Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Industrial Art Deco Style
By Zeki Müren
Located in Dallas, TX
52000 Zeki Muren Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug With Industrial Art Deco Style, 05'08 x 08'10. This distressed vintage Turkish Sivas rug with modern Industrial style can make a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Mashhad Rug with Victorian Elizabethan Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78066 antique Persian Mashhad rug with Victorian Elizabethan style 12'00 x 19'07. With its beguiling beauty and rich jewel-tones, this hand-knott...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet ( 12' x 17' - 366 x 518 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet ( 12' x 17' - 366 x 518 )
Category
1870s English Early Victorian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Modern Industrial Meets Rustic Spanish Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60667 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'00 x 10'08.
In a captivating fusion of Rustic Spanish style and modern industrial vibes, behold the relaxed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Distressed Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug with Faded Earth-Tone Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
78588 Distressed Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug, 06'04 x 09'07. Weathered charm meets rustic sensibility in this distressed vintage Persian Tabriz rug. The faded floral pattern and neutr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century English Victorian Needlepoint Carpet ( 6' x 6' - 185 x 185 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century English Victorian Needlepoint Carpet ( 6' x 6' - 185 x 185 )
Category
1870s English High Victorian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Overdyed Turkish Rug, Industrial Chic Meets Biophilic Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
60721 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 07'10 x 10'10.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug stands as a captivating fusion of timeless craftsmanship and biophilic design principles. This exquisite piece transcends its role as a mere floor covering, embodying a seamless connection to nature that revitalizes traditional spaces and redefines contemporary chic within interior design. With its organic warmth and vitality, this vintage overdyed Turkish rug...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Indian Runner with Old World Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72083, vintage Indian runner with Old World Victorian style. This hand knotted wool vintage Indian runner displays an all-over repetitive pattern of opul...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Nahavand Hamadan Persian Runner with Modern Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75363 Vintage Nahavand Hamadan Persian Runner with Modern Victorian Style, extra-long hallway runner. Exquisite detail and bright colors merge seamlessly in this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Nahavand Hamadan hallway runner. The extra-long Persian carpet...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Earth-Tone Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Modern Industrial Meets Luxury Lodge
Located in Dallas, TX
60694 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09’09 x 12’09.
Harmony of definition and raw allure converges with luxe utilitarian in this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug, trans...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Earth-Tone Overdyed Rug, 08'09 x 11'04
Located in Dallas, TX
78592 Distressed Vintage Persian Overdyed Rug, 08'09 x 11'04. Luxe utilitarian appeal meets sophisticated elegance in this vintage Persian overdyed rug. The modern industrial charm a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Black Overdyed Rug, Modern Industrial Meets Urban Luxe Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60676 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'04 x 13'04.
In a harmonious merger of modern industrial style and Urban Luxe vibes, behold the exquisite allure of this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug. A testament to relaxed refinement, it features a concentric cusped central lozenge medallion and striated gradations of charcoal hues that gracefully fade and meld into one another, creating an ambiance of laid-back luxury. The charcoal black tones, subtle and stylish, infuse the rug with a quiet sophistication while introducing a captivating interplay of texture and depth.
Tailored for the discerning taste of those who appreciate urban sophistication, this vintage distressed rug perfectly complements the the urban modern design style that epitomizes cosmopolitan living. Drawing inspiration from contemporary, modern, and industrial influences, this overdyed Turkish rug...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Kerman Rug with French Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76707 Vintage Kerman Rug with French Victorian Style 04'11 x 07'02. Multi-color leaves and flowers abound in this beautiful vintage Kerman rug. This French Victorian-era style Kirman carpet is a stunning visual display of flowers and architectural elements. A lobed Kirman medallion...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Zeki Muren Rug
By Zeki Müren
Located in Dallas, TX
50856 Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug 07'05 X 10'02.
With its simplicity and Zeki Muren style, this hand-knotted wool distressed vintage Turkish Sivas rug provides a feeling of cozy contentment without the clutter. The weathered field features an all-over repeating geometric pattern in an earthy colorway that connects home interiors with the elements of nature while simultaneously introducing the current trend for Biophilia in high-end design. Displaying rustic sensibility and functional versatility, this vintage Turkish rug adds texture and subtle graphic appeal forming a warm, relaxed space. Faded throughout with a shorn pile, the lovingly timeworn composition is a desirable element for many styles.
Perfect for a living room, front room, dining room, wine cellar, conservatory, royal suite, executive suite, bedroom, private library, state room, great room, private chambers, drawing room, billiards room, golf locker room, trophy room, children's area, playroom, nursery, game room, music room, masters retreat, formal vestibule, or hotel lobby. Iconic in its styling, this Zeki Muren rug...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Distressed Vintage Turkish Rug With Industrial Luxe Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60623, Distressed Vintage Turkish Rug With Industrial Luxe Style, 07'00 X 09'10. Stylish and bold combined with defined and raw, this distressed overdyed vintage Turkish rug goes bey...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Khoton Blue and Beige Wool Rug 11'11''x15'
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your space with this hand-knotted wool rug, featuring a delicate blend of floral and geometric motifs in a sophisticated soft blue and beige color palette. The intricate patt...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Pictorial Tabriz Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz large room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century. Floral sprouts decorate the field along with an arabesque pattern shaping a quatrefoil and sp...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Oriental Rug Elegant Navy Blue Rug Hand Made Carpet for Sale
Located in Wembley, GB
This blue rug handmade carpet with a magnificent Ivory border is a Ziegler Sultanabad woven rug made on our looms by our master weavers in Afghanistan. These handmade rugs are woven ...
Category
1990s Afghan Late Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Organic Material, Cotton, Wool
Vintage Turkish Oushak Long Hallway Runner with Queen Anne Late Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
51048 Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Queen Anne Late Victorian Style, Extra-Long Hallway Runner 02'02 x 18'02. Make pass-through spaces pretty with this hand-knotted wool vintag...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Late Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Industrial Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Here is a beautifully woven vintage Turkish Sivas rug, highlighting classical elements that are reminiscent of Persian design. The field boasts a regal pattern of rectilinear florals...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Indian Area Rug with Traditional Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
73286, antique Indian Area rug with Traditional Victorian style. This hand knotted wool antique Indian area rug features a dynamic all-over Herati pattern spread across an abrashed n...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Modern Industrial Meets Bohemian Rhapsody
Located in Dallas, TX
60723 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'09 x 12'05.
Modern Industrial meets Bohemian Rhapsody in this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1960's Turkish Overdyed Rug, Luxe Utilitarian Appeal Meets Industrial Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
60616 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'10 x 12'11.
Luxe utilitarian appeal meets industrial chic in this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug. The faded botanical design a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Indian Rug with Traditional Victorian Style and Mughal Design
Located in Dallas, TX
72879, antique Indian rug with traditional Victorian style and Mughal design. This hand knotted wool antique Indian rug features an all-over floral pattern spread across an abrashed ...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Relaxed Refinement Meets Luxe Utilitarian Appeal
Located in Dallas, TX
60603 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 08’01 x 11’07.
Relaxed refinement meets luxe utilitarian appeal in this hand knotted vintage Turkish overdyed rug. The faded botanical design and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Victorian Style Vintage Persian Tabriz Area Rug with Round Star Medallion
Located in Dallas, TX
76296 Victorian Style Vintage Persian Tabriz Area rug with Round Star Medallion. Sumptuous and lustrous, this hand knotted wool Victorian style vintage Persian Tabriz area rug posses...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, American Colonial Revival Meets Modern Industrial
Located in Dallas, TX
60762 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09’05 x 12’10.
Get ready for a design tango where Colonial Revival meets the softer side of Modern Industrial – it's like the ultimate dance-off f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz large room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century.
Measures: 11' 2" x 16' 8".
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Luxe Utilitarian Appeal Meets Defined and Raw
Located in Dallas, TX
60774 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'06 x 12'08.
Prepare to be charmed by a hand knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug that's as paradoxical as it is alluring. This overdyed gr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Turkish Oushak Room Size Carpet in Gold and Beige
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Oushak large room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century in gold and beige tones.
Measures: 12' 10" x 15' 8".
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, The Brutalist Movement Meets Modern Industrial
Located in Dallas, TX
60618 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'04 x 12'04.
The Brutalist Movement meets Modern Industrial style in this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug. The faded botanical d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, French Industrial Meets Laid-Back Luxury
Located in Dallas, TX
60601 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 07'03 x 10'03.
French Industrial meets laid-back luxury in this vintage Turkish overdyed rug. The nostalgic brick design and monochromatic earthy...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz large room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 13' 5" x 16' 4".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet ( 8'6" x 9'8"- 260 x 295 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid-19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet ( 8'6" x 9'8"- 260 x 295 )
Category
1860s English Early Victorian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Sivas Area Rug with Shabby Chic Art Deco Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72685, vintage Turkish Sivas Area rug with shabby chic Art Deco style. Highlighting its perfectly worn-in charm to symmetry and balance, this hand knot...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Industrial Boho Meets Chic City Loft
Located in Dallas, TX
60612 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'09 x 13'02.
Embark on a design journey where Industrial Boho effortlessly waltzes with Chic City Loft vibes in the form of this hand-knotted ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Earth-Tone Elegance Meets Modern Industrial Luxe
Located in Dallas, TX
60733 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 08'01 x 11'03.
Indulge in the refined allure of this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish overdyed rug, where style and boldness seamlessly meld wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Malayer Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer carpet from the early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Abstract Contemporary Hand-knotted Wool and Upcycled Natural Silk Oversize Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Odyssey collection A breakthrough, three dimensional and multi textural rug collection, inspired by NASA imagery. Distressed wool and natural silk are hand-knotted to create thre...
Category
2010s Indian Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
6.2x9.6 Ft European Design Handmade Rug. Vintage Deco Carpet, Beige, Red & Green
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Mid 19th Century English Axminster Carpet ( 3' x 6'10" x 90 x 208 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th Century English Axminster Carpet ( 3' x 6'10" x 90 x 208 )
Although Axminster was justly famed for its large carpets, it also provided smaller pieces, for example this examp...
Category
1860s Persian Early Victorian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 9' 7" x 12' 3".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Indian Lahore Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indian Lahore large room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 13' 2" x 16' 1".
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz large room size carpet with a double pendant medallion handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 12' 11" x 15' 9".
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet ( 5'9" x 12'8 - 175 x 386 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet ( 5'9" x 12'8 - 175 x 386 )
Category
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Postmodern Blue Green Purple Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Abstract Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Odyssey collection a breakthrough, three dimensional and multi textural rug collection, inspired by NASA imagery. Distressed wool and natural silk are hand knotted to create thre...
Category
2010s Indian Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Geometric Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large square size pillow made from a border of a tribal Turkish Anatolian rug from the 20th century.
Size: 19" x 20".
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Green Blue Purple Contemporary Hand Woven Wool and Silk Abstract Rug in Stock
Located in New York, NY
The Odyssey collection A breakthrough, three dimensional and multi textural rug collection, inspired by NASA imagery. Distressed wool and natural silk are hand knotted to create three levels of visual and tactile finery. The collection pairs vintage textures with contemporary designs and colors. The Odyssey rug...
Category
2010s Indian Industrial Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Turkish Carpet Handwoven Gold Wool Living Room Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This vintage wool rug is a fine Turkish carpet woven with a symmetrical motif design. Featuring a rust gold background and accents of blue, cream, brown and red that make up the intricate medallions and geometric patterns. The distinctive character and rich colour palette in this vintage rug make it the perfect accent piece for any room in your home. Suitable for styling with both modern interiors and classic spaces. Suitable for use as a bedroom, living room, dining room or kitchen area rug...
Category
1990s Turkish Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Malayer Light Blue and Beige Designed Wool Rug 10'1''x13'9''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of this hand-knotted in malayer weave using fine wool rug. Featuring a sophisticated light blue background adorned with intricate floral...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Large Turkish Vintage Rug Handmade Carpet Red Wool Oriental Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This luxurious carpet has been woven with a rich wine-red background with cream, blue, green and pink accents that make up the intricate, highly-decorative medallion and surrounding ...
Category
1970s Turkish Victorian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Fine Antique English Needlework Rug
Located in Milan, IT
An extremely fine English needlepoint rug, representative of the highest quality woven during the Victorian era, decorated by an allover pattern of ivory cartouches containing refine...
Category
1870s English Victorian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Distressed Mahal Patterned Neutral Grey Wool Rug 12'1''x14'6''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Enhance your living space with the exquisite craftsmanship of this hand-knotted wool rug. Featuring a refined light grey background with intricate floral and geometric motifs in ivor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Carpet Antique Rug Caucasian Living Room Rug, Orange and Red Tribal Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Light up your interior floors with this high-quality antique Caucasian rug from Shirvan, with a central medallion design- handwoven in 1920 with hand-spun, vegetable-dyed wool, and c...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
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.