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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Vintage Chinese Art Deco Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
This mid-20th century Chinese Art Deco rug, measuring 4' 0" x 6' 8", presents an enchanting pictorial composition inspired by traditional Chinese landscape art. The soft gray field i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Hand Knotted Antique Rug in Beige-Brown All-Over Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating from India circa 1880-1890, this 12 x 18 antique rug represents a rare large-size Agra rug of further exceptional color and refined pattern—revered a...
Category
1880s Persian Agra Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Gabbeh Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Gabbeh throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 3' 2" x 5' 1"
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Tribal Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Modern Turkish Donegal Rug with Brown and Beige Botanical Patterns
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern handmade Turkish rug from high-quality sheep’s wool and colored with eco-friendly vegetable dyes that are proven safe for humans and pets alike. It’s a Donegal design showcasi...
Category
Early 2000s Turkish Other Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Runner Rug in Beige-Brown with Diamond Medallions Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 2x6 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
On the Design:
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Semi Old Vintage Handwoven Wool Mut Kilim Central Anatolian Rug Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a South Anatolian Vintage / Semi-old Handwoven Kilim from the town of Mut in Mersin Province, located in the Mediterranean region of Anatolia, Turkey. These kilims are renown...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Cotton
Edward Fields 1969 Mid Century Large Area Rug
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A large sized wool rug with contrasting boarder tones in black , yellow with butterscotch as the main color . Retains the backing edge trim with the manufactures imprint , Edward Fie...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Azilal Berber Moroccan White Miniature Rug with Black Directional Motifs
Located in Milan, IT
Azilal rugs woven with natural, undyed ivory and brown/black wool constitute the most renowned body of weavings for this area. Their popularity is due perhaps to their aesthetic affi...
Category
1980s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Bohemian Tribal Hand Made Navy Area Rug 5' 0" x 8' 0"
Located in Norwalk, CT
The nomads of Iran’s Zagros Mountains wove the original gabbeh rugs in part to keep themselves warm on cold winter nights. In tribute to those original designs, this collection boast...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A Vintage Belgian Art Deco room size carpet handmade during the Mid-20th century.
Measures: 11' 2" x 14' 6"
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Hand-Woven Turkish Late 19th Century Wool Oushak Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The terracotta red field with an overall angular shaded green and ivory palmette and floral vine, in an eau-de-nil border with stylised cypress trees alternating with a delicate flor...
Category
Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rug with Colorful Medallions and Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 4x7 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance.
On the Design:
Admirers...
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1950s Moroccan Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Lenkoran Kazak Runner Rug, Red & Blue Geometric Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool circa 1900-1910, this 10x13 antique Persian rug of the Serab (Sarab) provenance enjoys a finely detailed marriage of medallion and all-over field designs—...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Inspired by Walter Nichols with Jazz Age Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77454 Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 08'08 x 11'06. Steeped in tradition and imbued with an undeniable elegance, this hand-knotted wool antique Chinese Art Deco rug is a magnificent t...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Silk & Wool Subtle Tones Modern Rug 12'5" x 14'7"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Silk & Wool Subtle Tones Modern Contemporary Rug, Country of origin: Turkey, Circa date: Modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Caucasian Multicolor Rug with Lesghi Star Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1880-1890, this 4x9 antique Caucasian rug of the late 19th century is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s collection, featuring geometric patterns dr...
Category
1880s Caucasian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red And Blue Allover Geometric Oversized Antique Persian Heriz 13'5" x 21'5"
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal Red And Blue Allover Geometric Design Oversized Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug, Country of origin: Persian Rugs, Circa date: 1900
Category
20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Ghiordes Rug with Polychromatic Stripes and Floral Patterns -Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool and originating from Turkey circa 1880-1890, this 9x10 antique rug hails from the Ghiordes region of former Anatolia—renowned among classic and traditional rug f...
Category
1880s Turkish Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Little Vintage Baluch Afghan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice tribal Baluch Afghan rug with geometrical design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation.
Category
Mid-20th Century Afghan Tribal Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Swedish Style Yellow Modern Wool Rug Handmade With Geometric Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave rug features a chic, contemporary Swedish design with a yellow field color. It has a geometric pattern throughout the rug in beige shades.
This rug measures 7'11" x ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1900s Antique Chinese Small Rug - 7'2'' X 4'5''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Chinese Rugs, as opposed to most of the antique rug productions, were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since they were mostly sheltered from European and We...
Category
Early 1900s Asian Other Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Suzani Pillow Case, Made from a Mid 20th C. Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Cotton in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning is reccommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Custom Rug Sample, Cream White and Blue Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
The price enclosed represents our price per square foot for custom orders in this design. Please share your size and we will share CADs and custom listings to check out accordingly. ...
Category
2010s Indian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug 6'x9’, Tribal Pattern Green Color rug, Custom-Made
By Nomad Chic
Located in Marrakech, MA
We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unnecessary items and we prioritize respecting nature. That's why we estimate it will take us ...
Category
2010s Moroccan Tribal Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Gradient Custom Rug Sample In Beige-Brown Ombre Grid
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
The price enclosed represents our price per square foot for custom orders in this design. Please share your size and we will share CADs and custom listings to check out accordingly. ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Palace-Sized Extremely Finely Woven Antique Sarouk-Farahan Persian Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
Palace-Sized Extremely Finely Woven Antique Sarouk-Farahan Persian Rug . Rug M14-0303,
Measures: 17'3 x 30'8.
Mansion Sized antique Persian Sarouk-Farahan carpet with incredible ...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Antique Turkish Anatolian Rug, 1910s, 1B900
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique prayer Turkish kilim in bright shades. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century in original good condition.
-condition: original good,
-circa: 1900s,
-...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x10 Blue And White Striped Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed, Sky Blue And White Striped Indian Rug - 8'x10'
These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special manufa...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 14x16 Blue And White Striped Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed Sky Blue And White Striped Indian Rug-14'x16'
These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special manufac...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
1900's Antique Burgundy Turkish Sparta Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78132 Distressed Antique Turkish Sparta Rug, 08'10 x 11'07. Step into the woven narrative of history with our hand-knotted wool distressed antique ...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Bakshaish Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Modern Boho Gray Moroccan Style Handmade Multicolor Pattern Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Moroccan style handmade wool rug with a gray field. This Modern rug has multicolor accents featuring a gorgeous all-over geometric boho design.
This rug measures: 6'5" x...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Gradient Rug in Yellow and Black Ombre Grid and High-Low Texture
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This wool 2x3 rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Modern Collection—both a new custom-capable texture and a smart new approach to gradient rugs.
On the Design:
Admir...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid Century Rya Rug by Hojer Export Wilton in orange, green and black wool
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular and extremely rare Mid Century Modern Rya Rug by Hojer Export Wilton. The rug is done in 100% wo...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Bokhara Rug 9' 2" x 7' 2"
Located in New York, NY
This large antique Bokhara rug was handwoven in the Early 20th Century. It is remarkable for its beautifully aged surface, giving it an appearance of a weathered painting. The design...
Category
Early 20th Century Central Asian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Natural Raw Wool Flatweave Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
10' x 10' Square
Hand knotted, flat-weave raw wool
Origin: India
Field Color: Ivory
Accent Colors: Brown, Beige
Category
2010s Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Extra Extra Long Vintage Hand-Knotted Hamadan Runner Rug, done in 100% wool
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an extra extra extra long vintage hand-knotted Persian runner rug. The runner features beautiful floral and geometric patterns in various colors. Its si...
Category
1960s Persian Tribal Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Caucasian Shirvan Carpet ( 3'4" x 5' - 102 x 152 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Caucasian Shirvan Carpet ( 3'4" x 5' - 102 x 152 )
Category
1910s Caucasian Kazak Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Very Large Antique Persian Bidjar Carpet in Ivory Background and Multi-Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Palace sized antique Persian Bidjar carpet in ivory background and array of beautiful, and brilliant colors. Rug / TRA-170301. Country of Origin: Persia/Iran.
Measures: 14' 10" x ...
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1890s Persian Tabriz Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Hadji Jalili Oriental Carpet in Mansion Size, Ivory Field
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Tabriz Hadji Jalili oriental carpet, circa 1890. Size 23'8 H x 17'6 W. This fine hand knotted wool carpet features a Classic Persian design, with an elegant centra...
Category
1890s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Very Fine and Beautiful Large Vintage Tabriz Style Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite large rug featuring a stunning design with a central medallion. Beautifully hand-knotted with wool velvet on a cotton foundation, this rug boasts vibrant colors including r...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Tabriz Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Modern Persian Gabbeh Designed Wool Rug In light Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Gabbeh rug features a hand-knotted design with modern geometric patterns. The light brown and gray base is complemented by beige, golden brown, and black frame-chec...
Category
1930s Persian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Area Rug Malayer Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Malayer design han...
Category
20th Century Persian Malayer Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 9x12 Blue And Green Scallop Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Sky Blue & Forest Green Four Sided Scalloped Rug-9'x12'
(Scallops runs on all 4 Sides)
These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Old Caucasus Soumak Sumac Kilim Rug, Caucasian Natural Sumak Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is an old Soumak ( Sumak, Sumac ) Kilim from the Caucasus region with a rare and beautiful color composition.
Of the four countries that make up the Caucasus, Azerbaijan produces the most kilims, and the land has a long history of weaving. The nomadic tribes wove kilims and carpets as well as a wide range of storage bags and sacks, such as saffrash, khurgin and chula, and donkey and horse trappings. Smaller bags for salt, utensils, and other items are also common. Not only are the Azerbaijani weavers prolific, but they also employ many techniques at the loom. These include slitweave- known locally by the word kilim, warp-faced patterning (jajim), supplementary weft (zili), weft wrapping (popularly known as soumak), and extra weft wrapping (verneh). Furthermore, flatweaves are defined by regional names such as palas and shadda, so it is possible to ascribe a variety of weaving names to particular provenances as follows: soumaks are made in Kuba, palas, and kilims in Hajikabul, zili in Khizy, verneh and zili in Kazakh, shadda, verneh and zili in Barda, jajim in Agjabedi, and palas and kilims in Jabrail.
Soumak weave is a technique in which weft threads are added to a plain weave fabric, and one or two warp threads are wound from the front to the back. The resulting kilim is denser and firmer, giving it a unique feel and look. This technique is commonly used in the Caucasus region.
Soumak has a very beautiful contrast between orange that shines like the sun, deep purple-tinged indigo, and astringent dark red. You can also see the unevenly dyed abrage in this Soumak, which is like a magic carpet with an oriental atmosphere. Features of the Caucasian kilim, such as the unique cosmic geometric floral pattern, are also found in this Soumak which has a bright look, but it also has a faded and textured feel, so it can be used in a good old atmosphere.
The woven fabric is particularly solid, so it is recommended for use in a solid living room or under a dining table without moving or twisting. A nice kilim under a long wooden dining table.
Category
Mid-20th Century Caucasian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber
Vintage African Tuareg Mat by Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Tuareg mats are fated to be loved by the next generation because of their handwoven from reed and leather. Never be outdated to fashions and styles, their cultured patterns and desig...
Category
1930s Central Asian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Leather, Reed
3.7x5.7 Ft Traditional Vintage Rug for Country Homes, Rustic & Tribal Interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish rug from 1950s featuring a geometric medallion design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the flo...
Category
1950s Turkish Rustic Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
17th Century Persian Esfahan Rug. Size: 11 ft 4 in x 30 ft
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Collectible Oversized Persian Antique 17th Century Esfahan rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rugs, Circa Date: 17th Century. Size: 11 ft 4 in x 30 ft (3.45 m x 9.14...
Category
17th Century Persian Islamic Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Heriz-Serapi Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique Persian Heriz-Serapi from the early 20th century bears an exquisite design rendered in gorgeous, warm hues of red and denim blue. A highly stylized geometric center meda...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Very Large Vintage Middle Eastern Rug, 1980s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Exceptional carpet of timeless elegance, which would make in every living ambience - whether classical or modern - a tasteful fit. Made of wool pile, weft and warp cotton, in soft sh...
Category
1980s Azerbaijani Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Persian Persian Heriz Serapi Area Rug in Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
This vintage Persian Heriz Serapi area rug, dating from the early 1900s, exemplifies the timeless appeal of classic tribal design paired with a refined color palette. Prized for its ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
1960s Moroccan Vintage Berber Tribal Rug
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1060s Large handwoven vintage Moroccan Berber Tribal rug, nicely aged and faded washed cors.Handwoven by The Berber tribes in Morocco with traditional geometric tribal designs.South ...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Spanish Colonial Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53411 New Contemporary Turkish Oushak rug with Modern Spanish Colonial style. Displaying well-balanced asymmetry and eclectic refinement combined with timeless elegance of Spanish Co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug Ivory, Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
Extremely Rare size, which leads us to believe this carpet originally was a custom order for a Nobel Family.
Antique Serapi carpets are one of the most sought after rugs particularly in America and England for many years. Antique Serapi rugs are a major draw particularly in big city America. Serapi carpets were woven on the level of small workshop with multiple weavers working several years to complete each rug. Highly skilled artisans, they continually reinterpreted the design as they wove, creating highly spontaneous and inventive artistry. Measures: 16'2" x 18'2".
Serapi is a term that is a mystery in the Persian antique carpet market. There is no location or tribe of this name. Sarab, also spelled Saab, a town in northwestern Persia, is known for weaving only runners with a camel hair pile during the nineteenth century. "Serapi" may be a nickname given by American dealers...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Tribal Lori Buft Rug Shawl Des
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a genuine hand knotted oriental rug. It is not Hand Tufted or Machine Made rug. Our entire inventory is made of either hand knotted or handwoven rugs.
Bring life to your h...
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Early 1900s Persian Tribal Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Modern Memphis Style Square Hand-Tufted Rug Green with White Circle Patterned
Located in Porto, PT
Tapis Shaped #047 is a Memphis Design style rug in murky green and off-white, a classic yet sophisticated color combination.
With a rectangular shape and three small circles on each...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Natural Fiber
Small Turkish Silk Rug, Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug Tree of Life
Located in Wembley, GB
This elegant Silk rug was woven by hand with the finest organic materials. The central design has been woven on a black-brown background with cream and beige accents that make up the magnificent tree design with intricate flowers and leaves woven throughout. This is then framed by a repeat pattern border woven in the same accents. The bold design and simple colour palette in this piece make it the perfect accent accessory.
The raw materials used are of the finest quality, with only the best hand-spun Silk and cotton which have been dyed with organic dyeing techniques and delicately woven on looms to create this elegant piece. Constructed with a traditional hand-knotting technique which has been used for generations due to the durable rugs the technique produces.
Place this piece in a classic interior or a sophisticated modern style for an instant uplift. This fine silk rug can be used as a bedroom rug, living room rug or hallway rug. This piece is in excellent condition, clean and ready for use in any home or office environment.
Small Turkish silk...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Rococo Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Natural Fiber, Organic Material, Silk
The Forsyth Woolly Shag Rug - Natural, 9x12
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Introducing The Shag Rug collection. Anne and Maggie grew up with a 1970s Flokati rug their Mom shlepped home from Greece during her world travels. They've been wanting to recreate t...
Category
2010s Turkish Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Mohair
Antique Ikat Chapan, Coat, Caftan from Uzbekistan, 19th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
Chapan is in its original condition with Russian printed cotton lining.
It it a warp ikat so the warp theards are in silk and weft in cotton.
Sleeve to sleeve: 150 cm / 59.06 IN
N...
Category
Mid-19th Century Uzbek Tribal Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, 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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