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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Style: Hollywood Regency
Style: Bohemian
Nomadic Vintage Anatolian Kilim Rug. Flat-Weave Wool Floor Covering
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple yet beautiful wool rug handwoven by the Nomadic tribes in South Central Turkey. Very good condition, sturdy and clean. 100% wool. This Kilim is traditionally woven in two ha...
Category
1970s Turkish Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Distressed Look Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Bohemian Persian Heriz Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Purple Moroccan Rug, Boho Tribal Chic Meets Global Midcentury
Located in Dallas, TX
21288 Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug, 06'09 x 10'01.
Global style meets eclectic boho chic in this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan rug. The visual intricacy and bohemian color palett...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Vintage Persian Heriz Rustic Feel Even Wear Wool Hand Knotted Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Square Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
1920s Antique Oushak square Rug in soft pink and blue
rug no. r5760
size 3' 1" x 3' 8" (94 x 112 cm)
rug type Oushak
Oushak rugs are prized for their rich looks as well as for thei...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Hollywood Regency Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Angora
Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, Global Style Meets Eclectic Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
21268 Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 05'08 x 09'00.
Global style meets eclectic boho chic in this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan rug. The visual intricacy and nature-inspired...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Rustic Look Pure Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Bohemian Persian Heriz Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, Bohemian Meets Modern Desert
Located in Dallas, TX
21263 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug, 05'10 x 12'03.
Warm worldy charm meets modern desert in this hand-knotted wool vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain rug. The visual complexity and spi...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Orange Old Bohemian Persian Heriz Rustic Feel Worn Wool Hand Knotted Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Vintage Bohemian Persian Heriz Hand Knotted Rustic Feel Wool Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Rug Caucasian Karabagh, Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug, Floral Area Rugs
Located in Hampshire, GB
This colourful rug was handwoven and hand-dyed using traditional vegetable dye techniques in Karabagh. Using only the highest quality wool and cotton, this handmade rug has light blu...
Category
1950s Caucasian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Organic Material, Wool
Red Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Bohemian Persian Heriz Rustic Look Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Pure Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Bohemian Persian Heriz Rustic Feel Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Old Bohemian Persian Heriz Even Wear Wool Hand Knotted Rustic Feel Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Vintage Bohemian Persian Heriz Rustic Feel Wool Hand Knotted Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Pure Wool Hand Knotted Vintage Bohemian Persian Heriz Rustic Look Clean Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Red Hand Knotted Old Bohemian Persian Heriz Large Rustic Look Wool Cleaned Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bright Bold Vintage and Modern Handwoven Rainbow Stripe Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
60678 Vintage Turkish Rainbow Stripe Kilim Rug, 05'08 x 07'01.
Bright, bold, vintage and modern, this handwoven rainbow stripe kilim rug has it al...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Rug, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21450 Vintage Beni M'Guild Moroccan Rug, 05'08 x 08'10
Emanating nomadic charm with incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Moroccan rug is a captivating visio...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Ivory Antique Large Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 authentic Very Good Condition large size Turkish Oushak Rug
Measures: 11'8'' x 15'6''
Oushak rugs are prized for their rich looks as well as for their high quality a...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Hollywood Regency Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Angora
Blue Aubusson Rug, Extra Large Wool Tapestry Rug, Handmade Carpet Blush Pink Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of beige and light blue backgrounds through the centre. A highly detailed layered blush pink border encloses the handmade ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Vintage Moroccan Rug by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21259 Vintage Moroccan rug, 05'08 x 07'06.
Showcasing a bold tribal design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Moroccan rug is a captivating vision of wov...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Traditional Vintage Anatolian Rug, Handmade Geometric Pattern Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish rug from 1960s. The rug is made of medium wool pile on wool foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floor, in very good condition with no i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Anatolian Geometric Gallery Rug
Located in New York, NY
MId-20th century Turkish Gallery Size rug with a large scale geometric design
Measures: 6'7'' x 12'.
Category
20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Red Boujad Moroccan Rug by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21315 Vintage Red Boujad Moroccan Rug, 05'05 x 08'05. Boujad rugs, born from Morocco's Boujad region, are exquisite handwoven treasures reflecting the vibrant artistry passed down by...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, Modern Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21479 Vintage Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, 06'07 x 07'11. Beni Mrirt rugs represent a cherished tradition of Moroccan weaving, lauded for their luxurious texture, geometric designs, and ...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Rug, Turkmen Oriental Runner, Living Room Carpet Runner
Located in Hampshire, GB
A handmade carpet with a repeat pattern of geometric designs flows through the center of this Oriental rug, with colours of green, blue and brown softly contrasting against the deep ...
Category
1930s Caucasian Hollywood Regency Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Organic Material, Wool
Large Suzanne Sharp Cypress Flat Weave Carpet by the Rug Company in Teal
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular large flat weave rug by Suzanne Sharp for The Rug Company c 2000 - 2020. The rug features an off white ground with an intricate all o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Hollywood Regency Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Rare Antique Rug Caucasian Oriental Rug Handmade Carpet Rustic Qashqai Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
An excellent example of traditional Caucasian carpet rug weaving from the Qashqai region. These all-over-ground design patterned rugs can be the best home decor objects to give warmt...
Category
1880s Caucasian Hollywood Regency Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Antique Square Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th-century authentic Oushak square scatter rug
Measures: 4'6'' x 4'7''
Oushak rugs are prized for their rich looks as well as for their high quality and exceptional be...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Hollywood Regency Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Angora
Vintage Berber Moroccan Kilim Rug with Hot Pink Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
78437 Vintage Moroccan Kilim Rug, 06'08 x 09'00. ?Emanating boho chic style with incredible detail and texture, this handwoven wool vintage Moroccan kilim rug is a captivating vision...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
7x10.2 Ft Mid-20th Century Hand Knotted Floral Central Anatolian Wool Area Rug
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s featuring an elegant floral design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Rug Collection Dazzling Vintage Turkish Konya Rug
Located in New York, NY
3rd Quarter of the 20th century High Pile Geometric Turkish Konya Rug
Details
rug no. j2853
size 4' 1" x 6' (124 x 183 cm)
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rag Rug, Berber Boucherouite
Located in Dallas, TX
78407 Vintage Moroccan Rag rug, Berber Boucherouite 02'10 x 06'02. With its nomadic charm, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted vintage Moroccan rag rug is a captivating ...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Fabric, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Turkish Tulu Rug
Located in New York, NY
Bohemian mid-20th century Turkish Tulu rug
rug no. r4613
size 4' 3" x 5' 6" (130 x 168 cm)
rug type Tulu.
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Handwoven Textured Jute Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
30900 New Handwoven Textured Jute Rug, 08'04 x 10'04.
?Emanating bohemian vibes with incredible detail and texture, this handwoven jute rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. The genteel design and charming colorway woven into this piece work together creating a truly classic look. Imbued with neutral hues, the coveted open field features softly gradated striations running selvage to selvage blending seamlessly from one to the next. At either end, wide ivory bands decorated with a raised pattern of geometric motifs cultivate a beautiful juxtaposition among the design. With its versatile color combination and summery sophistication, this natural fiber rug can go modern...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
Vintage Red Taznakht Moroccan Rug by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21332 Vintage Red Taznakht Moroccan Rug, 05'11 x 13'00. Taznakht rugs originate from the Taznakht region in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco and are renowned for their vibrant col...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1970s Berber Rug Multicolour Stripped Handmade Wool Vintage Boho African Throw
Located in London, GB
A vintage Berber wool rug in beige base colour with multicoloured stripes organised in groups. The stripe groups are organised in lines of ten....
Category
1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Tribal Berber Stripped Rug Sofa Throw Handmade Wool Vintage Boho Algerian 1970s
Located in London, GB
A vintage "Amazigh" Berber wool rug in beige base colour with multicoloured stripes organised in groups. The stripe groups are organised in random yet organic lines with a striking r...
Category
1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Turkish Shag Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large Lumbar size Pillow made from a mid-20th century Turkish Tulu rug. PolyFill insert and zipper closure provided.
Measures: 16'' x 24''.
Category
20th Century Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Modern Moroccan Tribal Style Square Wool Rug Handmade in Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
This beautiful square rug features a contemporary Moroccan style constructed from hand-knotted wool with a stunning blue field. The design includes white and black accents within a m...
Category
2010s Indian Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Purple Talsint Moroccan Rug by Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21281 Vintage Purple Talsint Moroccan Rug, 05'08 x 08'07. Talsint Moroccan rugs, originating from the Figuig region of Aït Bou Ichaouen in eastern Morocco, particularly the remote At...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Purple Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, Bohemian Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21257 Vintage Purple Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, 07'00 x 07'02. Beni Mrirt rugs epitomize a treasured tradition of Moroccan weaving, renowned for their opulent texture, geometric motifs...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Berber Rug 1970s Algerian Multicolored Geometrical Handmade Boho
Located in London, GB
A beautiful multicoloured square rug in warm colour pallet that could be used on either can be side, making it versatile and functional.
The base of the rug is a light beige colour...
Category
1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim with a cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided.
Measures: 14'' x 20''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Foam, Wool, Cotton
Antique Turkish Bergama Large Floor Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th century Turkish Bergam Collector small carpet.
Measures: 2'2'' x 2'6''.
Category
Late 19th Century Bohemian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim with a cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided.
Measures: 15'' x 18''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
New Colorful High-Low Textured Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
53785 New colorful high-low rug, 10.07 x 13.05.
Showcasing a raised design with incredible detail and texture, this geometric high-low rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Berber Vintage 1970s Rug Boho Geometrical North African Algerian Ethnic Pink Red
Located in London, GB
A unique algerian berber rug with a multicolored pattern consisting of zigzags, lines, and diamond shapes. This handwoven rug is using traditional techniques by Berber Kabyle tribes ...
Category
1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket, Handira
Located in Dallas, TX
78403 vintage Moroccan wedding blanket, 04'03 x 06'06. This handwoven wool vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket also known as a Berber Tamizart Handira fea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Sequins, Wool
Geometric Green Red Vintage Turkish Shag Rug
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Turkish Konya rug in green and red
Measures: 3'4” x 4'9''.
Category
20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage 1970s Boho Rug Berber Algerian Multicolored Geometrical Handmade Pink
Located in London, GB
A vintage Berber 'Amazigh' multicoloured wool rug from northern Algeria is a beautiful and intricately crafted piece of textile art. The rug has a square shape and is double-faced, meaning that it can be used on either side. The base colour of the rug is beige, which provides a warm and neutral backdrop for the striking geometric patterns that adorn it.
The rug features stripes of diamond shapes, zigzags, and eye-like motifs, which are arranged in a balanced and symmetrical manner. The colours used in the rug are predominantly bright, bold, rich and vibrant, with a mix of pinks, blues, greens, and yellows standing out against the beige background. The use of multiple colours adds depth and vibrancy to the rug, making it a visually striking piece.
The wool used in the rug is of high quality, providing a soft and plush texture that feels luxurious underfoot. The rug is also durable and well-made, able to withstand the test of time and repeated use.
Unlike other Berber rugs that originate from neighbouring touristic countries and anyone could grab a rug, Algeria is not a touristic destination and therefore extremely difficult to find these rugs outside the country.
We have a large collection of Algerian Berber Amazigh rugs...
Category
1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century Pictographic Samarkand Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century East Turkestan Khotan Pictographic rug
Measures: 5'11'' x 9'7''.
Category
Early 20th Century East Turkestani Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mongolian Fur Rug or Throw, Blush Pink
Located in Dural, AU
From gentle softness to sustainable design, this enchanting Mongolian fur rug translates modern and stylish design paralleled with an expression of n...
Category
2010s Australian Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Sheepskin
3x3.5 Ft One-of-a-Kind Geometric Hand Knotted Vintage Accent Rug from Turkey
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish accent rug. Finely hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on wool foundation. Very good condition. Sturdy and as clean as a brand new rug (deep washed professional...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim with cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided.
Measures: 14'' x 22''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Vintage Tribal Moroccan Runner
Located in New York, NY
With faint echoes of Persian Sarabs, this vintage tribal Moroccan runner features a light camel-tan field with a multiply pinched ecru, dark brown and l...
Category
1960s Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Berber 1970s Geometrical Rug Handmade Wool Boho North African Ethnic XXL
Located in London, GB
A very large Algerian Berber rug with many different colorful patterns, such as arrows, diamonds, triangles, and more, stacked and organized in horizontal lines on a white/beige base, is a stunning work of art that is characterised by its standout colors of pink fuchsia and blue red purple palette.
The different shapes on the rug's patterns hold cultural and historical significance, and the use of these standout colors adds an extra layer of meaning to the design. For instance, pink fuchsia is often associated with love and femininity, while blue red purple is often associated with royalty and spirituality. The combination of these colors and the different shapes on the rug's patterns reflect the Berber people's cultural and religious beliefs, as well as their skilled craftsmanship.
The use of the white/beige base creates a neutral and versatile backdrop, allowing the vibrant colors and patterns to stand out even more. This rug's large size makes it a perfect centrepiece for a living room, dining room, or bedroom, adding warmth and character to any space..
This rug is handwoven using traditional techniques by Berber tribes in Algeria, and the use of high-quality natural materials such as wool and cotton ensures its durability and longevity.
From a cultural and historical perspective, this rug is unique as it is a product of the Berber people's long-standing tradition of weaving, which dates back centuries. The Berbers are indigenous people of North Africa, and their weaving traditions have been passed down through generations, preserving their cultural heritage. Unlike other Berber rugs that originate from neighbouring touristic countries and anyone could grab a rug, Algeria is not a touristic destination and therefore extremely difficult to find these rugs outside the country.
We have a large collection of Algerian Berber Amazigh rugs...
Category
1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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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