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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Early 20th Century Persian Lilihan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Lilihan rug with a mirrored floral pattern woven in light and dark indigo, cream, and coral, against a pink background, and surrounded by three petite g...
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1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Mehraban Antique French Aubusson
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number 24297 Size 5' 10" X 7' 2" Design Aubusson Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Flat Weave Origin France Age Antique/Vintage.
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1890s French Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Rich Brown Stripes, Panel Woven style
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 12x16 Kilim from an inventive new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Fondly dubbed the “Rez” Kilim, the piece enjoys rich brown with...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

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Cotton

Early 20th Century Pictorial Isfahan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite early 20th-century Persian hand-knotted pictorial Isfahan rug captures the legendary poet Hatim al-Tai in a beautifully detailed garden landscape. Known for its intric...
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1940s Persian Tribal Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

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Jute

Antique French Aubusson Rug, circa 1890, 8' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson rug, circa 1890. Aubusson carpets are pile less and tapestry woven from that town to the southwest of Paris, by a group of independent weavers working under Royal or State protection. The designs are strictly classical, neoclassical or Victorian. They are virtually never “oriental”. The pattern wefts are wool with silk and/or metal thread for details in the more finely woven examples. Sizes tend toward the squarish and pieces 30’ by 30’ are not unknown. The 18th-19th century French clients included the nobility and haute bourgeoisie. Aubusson carpets were also exported to England and are often to be found in country houses. Light colors are the most popular and dark toned pieces are very rare. Besides traditional Louis furniture...
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19th Century French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage American Hooked Rug Inspired by William Morris
Located in Dallas, TX
78115 Vintage American Hooked Rug, 05'10 x 08'08. Experience the harmonious blend of Biophilic Design and Arts & Crafts style in our vintage American hooked rug—a captivating piece t...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Mid 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 5' 10" x 8' 4" - 180 x 255 cm )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 5' 10" x 8' 4" - 180 x 255 cm )
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1960s American Vintage 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

Vintage Swedish Mid-century Rug
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Geometric patterned Vintage Swedish Mid-century Rug with the designer initials of KH. Red background with with white a design depicting flowers with accent colors in beige, ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

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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

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Textile

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Large Room Size Carpet in Neutral Tone
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Malayer large room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century in neutral tones to include slate grey, slate green, brown, and cream. Measures: 11'0" x 16'7".
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique American Hooked Rug 3' 0" x 3' 5"
Located in New York, NY
Antique American Hooked rug. Measures: 3'0" x 3'5".
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1930s American Vintage 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

Rare Antique Native American Navajo Weaving Grey Ivory Rug, circa 1920s-1930s
Located in New York, NY
This a large, and therefore rare, antique Native American Navajo Geometric rug, circa 1920s-1930s in grey and ivory and measures 7.7 x 10.8 ft. From the inception of weaving by th...
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1920s North American Navajo Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Suzani from Bukhara, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
Has a heavy strong body, a Bukhara Classic from its own period.
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton, Silk

Mid-19th Century French Aubusson Manufactory Rug - Dim: 3m35x2m55 - N° 1532
Located in Paris, FR
Artist: Aubusson Manufactory, 19th Century Era: 19th Century Condition: Perfect Material: Wool Length: 255 cm Width: 335 cm Depth: 1 cm (with doubler) This magnificent rug, having b...
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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

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

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Wool, Silk

Zabihi Collection Late 18th Century Flemish Verdure Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
a late 18th century Flemish Vedure Tapestry Measures: 7'4'' wide x 9' long. Tapestries make integral part of the Flemish cultural heritage. Most of the tapestries have religious, m...
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18th Century French French Provincial Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

Afghanistan Moroccan Area Rugs - Wool Brown Ivory Design - 98441
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Afghanistan Moroccan featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1990. Designed with Wool and BrownIvory, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
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20th Century Afghan Tribal 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

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
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Antique Persian Doroksh Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Antique Doroksh with a soft celadon field and an all-over pattern of burgundy, brick red, pale coral, tan, and umber. Floreated lattice motifs with arching stems and a dense array of...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique 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

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

Antique Red Blue Cream Kerman Lavar Floral Wool Persian Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating circa 1890-1900, this antique Persian rug, whose origins lie in the celebrated Kerman Lavar style, has a story all its own. While the traditional medallion design of the Persian rug...
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Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a violet field surrounded by a wide gray border, and overlaid with a potted peony bush, and all woven in varying shades of indigo, cor...
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Red Multicolor Vintage Turkish Runner 2'7" x 11'9"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a one-of-a-kind vintage Turkish hand-knotted wool rug, carefully crafted by skilled artisans using traditional techniques passed down through generations. This exquisite ...
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1960s Turkish Tribal Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Antique Large Oversize Persian Red Floral Sarouk Rug, c. 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Sarouk is a small village and its neighboring villages in Northwestern Iran. Most Sarouk carpets follow a very distinctive design and is depended on floral sprays and bouquets. T...
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1920s Persian Sarouk Farahan Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Wonderful Vintage French Aubusson style Hand Printed Tapestry “ reading”
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful mid century French Aubusson style tapestry with a design of an medieval museum design tapestry titled «La Lecture » Showing A young man reads verses to the lady he is ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Turkish Anatolian Animal Caravan Camel Rug Dated 1939
Located in New York, NY
mid-20th century Turkish Anatolian Rug dated 1939 Details rug no. j3736 size 2' 8" x 4' 2" (81 x 127 cm)
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1930s Turkish Oushak Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Traditional Antique Wool Floral-Vine Persian Isfahan Rug 13'2"x15'8"
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Persian Isfahan rug has an indigo field with an overall design of polychrome palmettes and floral vines, in a shaded elegant coral border of meandering ar...
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Early 19th Century Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Mahal Rug Ziegler Antique Sultanabad Blue Geometric, 1880
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique Mahal rug Sultanabad Zigler rug blue 4'5" x 6'6" 5' x 7' 135cmx198cm Circa 1880 "This is a truly magnificent rare antique Mahal Sultanabad rug. It has an overall...
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1880s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Antique Persian Kermanshah Rug with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
From our antique collection, this 13x19 oversized rug is a rare antique Persian rug of Kermanshah provenance—hand-knotted in wool circa 1890-1900. On the Design Beige-brown and red...
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1890s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversize Antique Persian Ivory and Blue Floral Kirman Rug, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Kirman is an ancient city, with an incredible history going back over a thousand years. Marco Polo was one of the first westerners to view Kirman rugs. The city is located in the cen...
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1920s Persian Kirman Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

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Cowhide

Turkey Oushak Area Rugs - Design - 98582
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Turkey Oushak featuring Area Rugs. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
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Late 20th Century Turkish Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Pre-1900 Antique Lavar Kerman Rug Antique Persian Rug Persian Lavar Purple
Located in New York, NY
1890 Antique Lavar Rug Handmade Oriental Rug Authentic Rug 9x12 Oriental Rug 267cm x 346cm Circa 1890 "This is an exceptional rare, handmade...
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1890s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Flat Weave Rug Ivory Handwoven Carpet Floral Livingroom Rugs for Sale Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
This fantastic floral rug has been handwoven with a beautiful all-over floral design woven on an ivory background with cream-green, blue and ivory accents. This elegant piece's colou...
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1990s British Hollywood Regency Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Antique Kazak Rug with Rich Blue and Red Colors
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of this antique Kazak rug dating back to 1920, showcasing a captivating blueberry and brick-red color scheme. Belonging to the Fachralo substy...
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Early 20th Century Caucasian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Mid 19th Century W. Chinese Ningxia Kang Carpet ( 7'2" x 13'2" - 218 x 402 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th Century W. Chinese Ningxia Kang Carpet ( 7'2" x 13'2" - 218 x 402 )
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1850s Chinese Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

Bobyrug’s Pretty Hand Printed French Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of our exquisite Midcentury French hand-printed tapestry, a faithful reproduction of the medieval masterpiece "The Lordly Life; Scene Galante, circa 1500" by the French School. Immerse yourself in the artistry of the 16th century, echoing the grandeur of the original tapestry housed in the National Museum of the Middle Ages and Thermes de Cluny, Paris. Elevate your space with this captivating piece of history and indulge in the allure of a bygone era. The piece depicts ten characters, five ladies, two lords and three pages, two of whom have their bodies truncated at the bottom of the tapestry. A few birds take flight, others perch in the trees, under the watchful gaze of a fox. In the center, alongside a young man, a lady in a rich costume carries a parrot on her left hand. This is a true celebration of courtly love. This tapestry is hand printed...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Hand-Knotted Antique Persian Mohtashem Rug, Blue Floral Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1890,1900, one of the finest antique Mohtashem Kashan rugs our principal has seen join our Antique & Vintage Persian rugs. A collectible, versatile 9 x 11 ...
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1890s Persian Kashan Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Square Rug Tehran Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian square rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and...
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20th Century Persian Other Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Flat Weave Rug by Ingegerd Silow
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swedish Flat Woven by Ingegerd Silow Size: 5'5" × 8'2" (165 × 248 cm) This exceptional flat-woven Swedish rug by renowned textile artist Ingegerd Silow reflects the geometric...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Ivory French Aubusson Rug. Size: 10 ft x 13 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Stunning antique French Aubusson rug, country of origin: France, date circa 1900 - Size: 10 ft x 13 ft 6 in (3.05 m x 4.11 m). This delicate French Aubusson rug has a dreamy, romantic feel. It was created around the turn of the 20th century. Even though it is over 100 years old, it is the perfect piece for several contemporary design trends. This piece is recognizably an Aubusson that uses softer pinks and pastels, which is a hallmark of Aubusson works. This carpet is a finely woven tapestry. It has a backing to protect it from wear. The design has a Rococo feel with its sweeping curves, scrollwork, and trompe l’oeil floral patterns. Curvy, natural forms are a characteristic of late Baroque and Victorian design. This carpet would be perfectly at home in a formal room with gilding, elegant antique furniture, and brocades throughout. It has a classic feel that is refined and elegant. It also has an aged look that gives it a shabby chic feel, too. Romance pink and millennial pink are among the most popular color trends...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

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

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Wool, Silk

Antique Tekke Turkmen Rug of Traditional Design
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Antique Tekke Turkmen rug of traditional design and pleasing colour. The rug has a traditional Tekke gul design with 3 rows of 11 guls. The rug has a soft warm colour with cochineal...
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19th Century Turkmen Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Persian Silk Tabriz by Haji Jalili. 15 ft 8 in x 24 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Finely Woven Large Oversized Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Haji Jalili Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rugs, Circa Date: Late 19th Century. Size: 15 ft 8 in x 24 ft 6 in (4....
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Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

19th Century Chinese Peking Dragon Carpet ( 11'10" x 12'6" - 360 x 380 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Chinese Peking Dragon Carpet ( 11'10" x 12'6" - 360 x 380 )
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1880s Chinese Antique Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Lavar Kerman Old Medallion Rug Hand Knotted Kirman Persian Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is an Antique Lavar Kirman Medallion Carpet from the Kirman region with a rare and beautiful color composition. Kirman (Kerman) is one of the significant rug-producing areas of...
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Early 20th Century Caucasian Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber

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

Walter Van Beirendonck & Ikea "Glödande" limited edition tiger rug, 2016
By IKEA
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Rare limited edition “Glödande” tiger rug designed by Walter Van Beirendonck for Ikea in 2016. In beautiful condition, professionally cleaned.
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2010s Swedish Post-Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Latex, Polyester

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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