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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Georgian
Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug in Silver-Gray with Geometric-Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 8x10 Oushak-inspired rug is a bold addition to Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics collection.
On The Design:
Connoisseurs will admire this design which reflec...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Textural Kilim Rug in Cream and White High-Low Stripes
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x10 Kilim represents an exciting new boucle-like texture, from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim’s Modern and Textural rug c...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Textural Kilim in White Abstract High-Low Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x10 Kilim represents an exciting new boucle-like texture, from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim’s Modern and Textural rug c...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Cocteau Hand Knotted Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Cocteau Hand Knotted Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 10'3" × 20'1" (312 × 612 cm)
This mesmerizing contemporary Cocteau rug is made of the highest quality hand-knott...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
Grand Dusty White, Wool Cut Pile Rug
By Nordic Knots
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Tappeto design italiano tencel eco grigio degradè by Deanna Comellini ø 250 cm
Located in Bologna, IT
La storia di "In-Touch Nuance":
Questo tappeto è tutta una questione di tatto, colore e sostenibilità. Taftato a mano in Tencel™, una delle fibre più eco-compatibili attualmente sul ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Other
Tappeto indoor outdoor verde design italiano Deanna Comellini 244x305 cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"Rime" è un tappeto da interno e da esterno ispirato alle forme del regno vegetale e realizzato in un filato altamente resistente e completamente riciclabile. Disegnato dalla designe...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Other
Tappeto Moderno Design da Interno-Esterno Marrone by Deanna Comellini 60x200 cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"O Sole Mio Corteccia" è un tappeto moderno da interni e da esterni realizzato con un filato funzionale di nuova generazione, firmato dell’azienda italiana pioniere nell'ambito dei t...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Other
Boho, Cream Mix, Handknotted Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Tappeto forma foglia outdoor verde design italiano by Deanna Comellini 144x250cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"Rime" è un tappeto da interno e da esterno ispirato alle forme del regno vegetale e realizzato in un filato altamente resistente e completamente riciclabile. Disegnato dalla designe...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Other
Tappeto Design italiano alto artigianato grigio by Deanna Comelllini 200x300cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"Passo Doppio" è un tappeto tessuto a mano per spazi interni ed esterni e realizzato con un filato tecnico altamente performante dell'azienda italiana pioniere nel settore del tappet...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Polyester
Rug & Kilim’s Textural Kilim in Solid Cream and White Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x10 Kilim represents an exciting new boucle-like texture, from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim’s Modern and Textural rug c...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Sauron Textural Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Sauron textural rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 17'0" × 20'5" (518 × 622 cm).
A freeform hand knotted textural wool rug. It displays a bold design in shades of primary c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Eskayel Dynasty Modern Handmade Wool Rug for Doris Leslie Blau
By Eskayel
Located in New York, NY
Eskayel Dynasty Modern handmade wool rug for Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 10'0" × 14'3" (304 × 434 cm).
A beautifully composed piece of contemporary art. This one-of-a-kind rug designer ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
8.2x11.5 Ft Purple Large Area Rug, Handmade in Turkiye, Modern Floral Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish large area rug over-dyed in purple color.
The rug is finely hand-knotted, heavy, lays flat on the floor and has low wool pile on cotton foundation.
With its timel...
Category
1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
4x6.7 Ft Handmade Turkish Plain Black Wool Rug, Ideal for Contemporary 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...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Modern Hand Loomed Viscose Rug Multiple Colors Blue Brown Pink Orange White
By Chio Leon
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been designed by Chío León, Spanish fabric designer who has collaborated with multiple international brands specialized in fashion and inte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Synthetic
Modern Hand Tufted Wool Rug Made in Spain Light Blue & White Dogs Greyhound
By Kilombo Home
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Modern Tiger Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Tiger Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 2'0" × 3'0" (60 × 91 cm)
Color: Black, Brown, Beige
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug in Black and White Abstract Rhino
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.
As its handwoven ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Contemporary Big Ben Design Handwoven Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary big Ben design handwoven wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 5'1" × 7'2" (154 × 218 cm).
This contemporary rug is an option for all lovers of bold decor and English ele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Zig-Zag Design Brown, White Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary zig-zag design brown, white wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size : 7'8" x 9'4" (233 x 284 cm).
This contemporary rug gushes with sheer energy which is simply irresistible...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Geometric Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary geometric rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 11'10" × 14'0" (360 × 426 cm)
A contemporary, geometric hand-knotted wool rug features an allover geometric figures in timeless...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
7x10.2 Ft Vintage Turkish Area Rug, Handmade Woolen Carpet in Beige and Blue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floor, in very good condition with no i...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in fine wool, a 6x9 flatweave from our Scandinavian Nu collection connoting Swedish sensibilities with a neat geometric pattern sitting comfortably in gorgeous symmetry flo...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Archipelago, Wool Shaggy Berber Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
An archipelago, sometimes called an island group or island chain, is a chain, cluster or collection of islands, or sometimes a sea containing a small number of scattered islands. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
6.2x10.3 Ft Yellow Area Rug. Handmade Turkish Vintage Carpet, Modern Home Decor
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...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
"Court Series" Field House Rug by Pieces, Modern Hand-Tufted Colorful Red Carpet
By Pieces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The “Court Series” rugs are hand tufted with blended wool and viscose material dyed in hyper-saturated colors, with tennis court-like geometries repre...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Pretty mid century Brutalist Macrame tapestry boats design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a Modern Design meets Neo Classic with a touch of Bohemian flair! Elevate your space with our exquisite macramé hangings. Crafted from natural materials like cotton rope,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
7x11 Ft Handmade Vintage Turkish Area Rug in Teal Blue for Contemporary Interior
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...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Beige-Brown with Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x12 Swedish rug is a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian collection. Handwoven in a blend of wool and exotic yarns, its design is inspired by Swedish minimalist des...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Yarn
Rug & Kilim’s Cowhide Rug in Beige-Brown and White Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x8 contemporary cowhide rug, originating from Brazil, is a comfortable and stylish addition to a wide range of spaces for its unique shape inherent to the craft.
On the Desig...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Animal Skin
5.3x8.5 Ft Red Area Rug for Contemporary Interiors, Hand Knotted in Turkiye
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elevate your space with the bold and captivating presence of a Handmade Turkish Area Rug Overdyed in Red. This exquisite rug embodies the rich heritage of Turkish craftsmanship, comb...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 10x9 flatweave belongs to both our Nu and Natural lines of the collection—a play of handwoven wool and natural yarns in a high-and-low play of flatweave and boucle-like texture ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Brown And Ivory Designed Transitional Hand Loom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Modern hand-loom wool rug showcases a stunning beige-taupe field with an all-over abstract design.
This rug measures 6'4" x 9'6".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
4.2x5.5 Ft Vibrant Handmade Tulu Rug. Soft Cozy Wool Pile. Vintage Wall Hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage hand-knotted "Tulu" (Turkish word for thick, soft piled rugs) rug from Central Turkey.
These charming small rugs with contemporary designs and lustrous wool pile were produ...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Oushak-Style Rug in Indigo, Brown and Brown Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool, this 9x13 rug is from the Modern Classics Collection by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
The rug reflects a bold new way to look at a rare classic design—p...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim's New Kazak Transitional Red and Green Wool Rug with Horn Motifs
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Turkey, this new Kazak transitional wool rug sports abundant Turkish ram Horn symbols throughout the field design. As traditional symbols of strength and resilience,...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Classic Ikats style rug with Blue, Gold and Rust Red Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
An 8x10 rug inspired from traditional rug styles, from Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection. Hand-knotted in wool & silk, playing an exceptional blue beside red and gold in patte...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
Modern Flat Weave Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Flat Weave rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 6'0" × 9'0" (182 × 274 cm)
Color: Beige, Blue, Gray, Yellow.
A contemporary hand-woven flatweave wool rug features an allover enlarge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Modern Checkered Design Handmade Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Checkered Design Handmade Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 10'0" × 14'0" (304 × 426 cm)
This modern rug with a geometric design is a quintessence of style and quality. It w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
Contemporary Capri Indian Dhurrie Handmade Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Capri Indian Dhurrie handmade rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 10'2" x 13'10" (309 x 421 cm).
A custom Indian Dhurrie carpet. Available to be custom colored and sized.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Contemporary Geometric Blue and White Handmade Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary geometric blue and white handmade silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 6'0" x 9'0" (182 x 274 cm).
This contemporary silk Tibetan rug exudes a truly joyful aura. Suppose...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
Contemporary Aubusson Red Blue Rug by Tommy Hilfiger Th2 for Doris Leslie Blau
By Tommy Hilfiger
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Aubusson style red blue rug by Tommy Hilfiger TH2 for Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 9'0" × 12'0" (274 × 365 cm).
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim's Geometric Abstract Rug Red and Blue Modern Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating from the works of Teddy Sumner circa 1990, this abstract rug employs an artisan approach to geometry with a striking play of red, blue, and multicolo...
Category
2010s Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & kilim’s European Flatweave Rug in Beige with Green and Pink Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 6x9 European rug in beige is the first iteration of this design to be in high-and-low texture. Featuring green and pink floral patterns with red and cream ...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Handmade Contemporary Rug in Beige Brown Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A handmade piece in the most luxurious exotic yarn in hand-knotted silk, this 11x16 rug by Rug & Kilim embraces a unique approach to a depthful floral pattern with a modern attitude ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Yarn
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Abstract Runner Rug With Beige, Pink and Green Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 3x10 modern abstract runner rug features beige, pale pink and chartreuse green tones underscore a play of negative space and geometric patterns li...
Category
2010s Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Tiger Rug in Gold with Orange and Black Pictorial
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted wool, inspired by antique Oriental tiger-skin rugs—this 8x11 piece in particular drawing on Chinese and Tibetan depictions of the style
On the Design:
From our spec...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Square Rug in Blue and Green, with Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
From an exciting new collection of gift-size pieces, this 3x3 Swedish-inspired rug is a bold new addition to the Scandinavian Collection by Rug & Kilim. Handwoven in a wool flatweave...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Spanish European Style Rug in Brown with Floral Pattern “Cordoba”
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted silk in a thick, durable pile that represents one of our most luxurious custom-capable constructions, this 10x12 modern Spanish European style “Cordoba” rug features all...
Category
2010s Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
Modern Oasis Hand Knotted Wool, Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Oasis Hand Knotted Wool, Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 10'0" × 14'2" (304 × 431 cm)
A contemporary hand knotted angora wool and silk rug. The freeshape organic fields of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Modern rug in Solid Polychromatic Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x10 rug is a bold new addition to our Texture of Color collection.
Further On the Design:
Made with hand-knotted wool, this rug reflects a new take on the theme of this colle...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Grisailles Tone Stripes and Striae
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x12 textural rug is an exciting new addition to the Texture of Color Collection by Rug & Kilim.
Further On the Design:
Made with hand-knotted wool, this rug reflects a new ta...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Textural Rug in Purple Tones and Polychrome Striae
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 10x14 textural rug is a bold new addition to the Texture of Color Collection by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Made with hand-knotted silk, this rug reflects a new take on the th...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Beige-Brown and Umber Stripes and Striae
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x10 textural rug is an exciting new addition to the Texture of Color Collection by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Made with hand-knotted wool, this rug reflects a new take on th...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Textural Rug in Peach Tones and Polychrome Striae
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 10x14 textural rug is an exciting new addition to the Texture of Color Collection by Rug & Kilim.
On the Design:
Made with hand-knotted wool, this rug reflects a new take on t...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Textural Rug in Peach Tones and Striae
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x12 textural rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Texture of Color collection.
Further On the Design:
Made with hand-knotted wool, this rug reflects a new take on...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
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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