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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Kazak
20th Century Swedish rag rug Hälsinglands Trönö - handwoven
Located in Asarum, SE
A fantastic Swedish rag rug, carefully handwoven rag rug with elements of rabbit fur in the pattern. Beautiful vintage rag rug from the 1960´s. Unique piece of handcraft. Washable i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Fur, Cotton
Scandinavian Swedish Kilim Mid-Century
Located in Ferrara, IT
This piece is a Swedish flatweave rug, commonly known as a 'trasmatta', showcasing the traditional and resourceful craftsmanship of Scandinavian textile art. The rug features a serie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
4.2x8.7 Ft Antique so called Sunburst or Eagle Kazak Rug from Karabakh. Ca 1875
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An antique Caucasian rug from the village of Chelaberd in Southern Karabagh. This highly popular so called Sunburst or Eagle Kazak design rugs are some of the most collectible and so...
Category
1870s Caucasian Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Very Large Swedish Flat-Weave Rölakan Carpet by Anne Marie Boberg, 1960´s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large flat-weave rölakan carpet / kelim rug named "PRISMA" and designed by Anne Marie Boberg, Sweden. Handwoven with a geometric pattern where the colors are different shades of bl...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Linen
Scandinavian Rug Flat-weave By Ingegerd Silow
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is a Scandinavian Rug Flat-weave, often referred to as a "rölakan" or "rollakan" due to its tight weaving technique, signed by Ingegerd Silow, indicated by the initials "IS". Ch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
4x7.3 ft Antique Caucasian Bordjalou Kazak Rug. Top Shelf Collectors Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dazzling antique Caucasian Bordjalou Kazak rug. Ca 1870.
Medium wool pile on wool foundation.
Very good condition, washed professionally.
Measures: 4 x 7.3 ft.
Category
1870s Caucasian Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rya Rug Mid Century Round
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is an extraordinary Rya Swedish rounded rug, distinguished by its enchanting blue background color and adorned with a captivating special musical pattern. This exceptional piece...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rya Rug Brown Color
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is a truly special Rya Swedish rug, featuring an interesting brown background color and a captivating special circle design. This remarkable piece exemplifies the harmonious fus...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Swedish Design Flatweave Kilim
Located in London, GB
Flatweave carpets – known as röllakan – have been woven in Sweden since the 17th Century or earlier, but experienced a particular revival in the mid-20th Century, incorporating eleme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish rug by Ingegerd Silow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Mid-Century rug by Swedish textile designer Ingegerd Silow. A blue foundation sits against a geometric flower design along the borders in brown, white and pink shades. In a g...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pretty vintage 1970’s Scandinavian Desso rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the timeless elegance of this exquisite vintage Scandinavian rug crafted by Desso Mechanical Manufacturing. Adorned with a captivating design featuring stylized and vibrant...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Acrylic, Cotton, Wool
Large Swedish Design Contemporary Flatweave Carpet
Located in London, GB
Flatweave carpets - known as röllakan - have been woven in Sweden since at least the 17th Century, but experienced a particular revival in the mid-20th Century, incorporating element...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Striking Swedish Design Contemporary Flatweave Carpet
Located in London, GB
Flatweave carpets - known as röllakan - have been woven in Sweden since at least the 17th Century, but experienced a particular revival in the mid-20th Century, incorporating element...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Collect Rug, SC85 - Milk - by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The Collect rugs are crafted by skilled artisans in Bikaner, India, with the undyed natural wool woven on a handloom. The work and expertise invested into each rug underscores the ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Polyester
Collect Rug, SC84 - Stone- by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The Collect rugs are crafted by skilled artisans in Bikaner, India, with the undyed natural wool woven on a handloom. The work and expertise invested into each rug underscores the ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Polyester
Swedish Rug Runner Flat-Weave
Located in Ferrara, IT
Introduce a burst of Scandinavian charm and artistic flair into your living space with our Scandinavian Multi-Color Runner, a captivating piece that measures 55 x 297 CM. This runne...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Nice 1960’s Scandinavian Rya rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover elegance with our exquisite modern Scandinavian rya rug meticulously hand knotted with high pile wool on cotton foundation. Adorned with a captivating design featuring a pri...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Collect Rug, SC84 - Camel - by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The Collect rugs are crafted by skilled artisans in Bikaner, India, with the undyed natural wool woven on a handloom. The work and expertise invested into each rug underscores the ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Polyester
Collect Rug, SC84 - Milk - by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The Collect rugs are crafted by skilled artisans in Bikaner, India, with the undyed natural wool woven on a handloom. The work and expertise invested into each rug underscores the ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Polyester
Carl Malmsten Swedish Flat Weave “Capellagården” Runner, Sweden 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Malmsten Swedish Flat Weave rug “Capellagården” Runner - Sweden 1960's
Excellent runner made by Carl Malmsten. Named after the place of study ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Geometric Modern Scandinavian Flat-Weave Design Rug in Gray And Light Gray Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Geometric Modern Scandinavian Flat-Weave Design Rug in Gray And Light Gray Tones. Keivan Woven Arts / rug RJK-20951-STK-001-01, country of origin / type: India / Scandinavian flat-we...
Category
2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Scandinavian Moroccan wool Mrirt rug - Beige/brown - 10.3x13feet / 315x398cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I had this modern-style, original Mrirt rug made by weavers artisans in the area of Khenifra, Atlas Mountains, Morocco. Groups of women there still weave by hand on traditional, vert...
Category
2010s Moroccan Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Rug by Barbro Nilsson. 3 ft 6 in x 4 ft 10 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Vintage Scandinavian Rug by Barbro Nilsson for Marta Maas, Country Of Origin: Scandinavia, Circa Date: Mid-20th Century - Size: 3 ft 6 in x 4 ft 10 in (1.07 m x 1.47 m).
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Scandinavian Swedish Kilim Mid-Century
Located in Ferrara, IT
This Swedish kilim boasts a soft multi-color palette and features a charming stripe design that adds a touch of contemporary elegance to its overall aesthetic. The colors used in thi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Scandinavian Swedish Kilim
Located in Ferrara, IT
This Swedish kilim, a type of flatweave rug, features a striking linear design characterized by its horizontal stripes of varying widths and colors. The pattern is a harmonious blend...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Scandinavian Moroccan wool Mrirt rug - Cream/beige - 7.6x10.5feet / 232x322cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This modern-style, textured Mrirt rug was made by weavers artisans in the area of Khenifra, Atlas Mountains, Morocco. Groups of women there still weave by hand on traditional, vertic...
Category
2010s Moroccan Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Green Contemporary Swedish Style Wool Rug Handmade With Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave rug features a modern Swedish design with a green base. Beige, light green and yellow geometric patterns complement it throughout the design.
This rug measures 8'11"...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
OpArt Danish Rya Bullseye Rug
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage square Danish Rya rug, 100% wool, produced in the 1960's but never used.
Has been kept rolled and wrapped in storage for over 50 years. Your feet will be the very first to walk on it.
Produced in Denmark by Hojer Eksport Wilton.
Design name "Argus'
81" x 79" bullseye rug...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Room Size Modern Scandinavian Wool Rug Handmade with Geometric Pattern In Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
Inspired by Swedish design, this modern woolen rug features a subtle light gray backdrop. This exquisite flatweave rug is beautifully embellished with a striking geometric pattern in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Tan Modern Scandinavian Wool & Hemp Rug with Allover Geometric Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This modern woolen rug exhibits a remarkable tan foundation, flawlessly fusing Nordic-inspired design with exquisite geometric patterns containing delicate hints of gray and beige. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish rug "Krabba" by Anna Greta Sjöqvist
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Swedish Kilim rug in the design called "Krabba" by Swedish textile designer Anna Greta Sjöqvist. The name "Krabba" translates to crab in english and...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Charcoal Modern Swedish Style Room Size Wool Rug With Art Deco Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave rug features a modern Swedish design with a charcoal base. It is complemented by gray-blue, beige, and brown geometric patterns throughout the design.
This rug measu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Unusual Mid-Century Karabagh Accent Rug
Located in London, GB
Antique Karabagh rugs are much sought after by collectors and designers as they boast some of the oldest and most varied designs of all Caucasian weavings, and represent perhaps the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Armenian Kazak Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Rugs Caucasian Karabagh, Red Floor Rugs, Animal Design Handmade Carpet
Located in Hampshire, GB
An excellent example of traditional Caucasian carpet rug weaving from the Karabagh region. These pictorial animal design patterned rugs can be the best element of home decor objects ...
Category
1960s Caucasian Kazak Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Hand-knotted Swedish Wool Rug - Vintage Ryamatta
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Hand-knotted Swedish Wool Rug - Vintage Ryamatta
DesignDiscover the timeless beauty of our Swedish wool rug, an authentic piece of craftsmanship from t...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Kazak Accent Rug, 1890-1910
Located in London, GB
Antique Kazak rugs, woven in the Southern Caucasus, are among the most highly prized tribal weavings, famed for the diversity of their designs, bold palettes, and the high density of...
Category
1890s Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Flatweave carpet by Ingegerd Silow, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Mid-20th century Swedish flatweave carpet designed by Ingegerd Silow.
Navajo-styled pattern. Made in wool with beautiful green colors....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rare Antique Rug Caucasian Oriental Rug Handmade Carpet from Kazak Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
An oriental rug excellent example of traditional Caucasian carpet rug weaving from the Kazak region. these Medallion ground design patterned rugs can be the best element of home deco...
Category
1890s Caucasian Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous late 19th century Persian Azerbaijani Kazak runner with an all-over stylized floral pattern woven in myriad colors including crimson, cream, pink, indigo, and gold, and al...
Category
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug with Pink Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 8x10 contemporary rug from the “High” line of Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection, known for its particular hi...
Category
2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Scandinavian Inspired Design Rug Hand Woven in Light Blue, Tan and Gray Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scandinavian Inspired Design Rug Hand Woven in Light Blue, Tan and Gray Colors. Keivan Woven Arts, rug RJK-26825-SHB-012-NU, country of origin / type: India / Scandinavian flat-weave...
Category
2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Kazak Chelaberd Design Rug from Karaja Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Karaja Heriz rug with Kazak Chelanrd antique design
Beautiful rug with traditional Caucasian design.
THIS BEAUTIFUL MEDIUM SIZE RUG WAS KNOTTED USING FINE WOOL AND NATURAL DYES. THI...
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1940s Azerbaijani Kazak Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Sub-Geometric Medallion's Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug with Sub-Geometric Medallion's Design. Keivan Woven Arts / rug V21-0503-15488, country of origin / type: Caucasus / Kazak, circa Late-19th Century.
Measu...
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Ingegerd Silow for Rölakan, Sweden. Handmade wool Rölakan carpet.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ingegerd Silow for Rölakan, Sweden. Handmade wool Rölakan carpet.
Geometric pattern.
Mid-20th century.
Perfect condition.
Signed IS.
Dimensions: 198 cm x 90 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Long 19th Century Azerbaijani Runner
Located in London, GB
Azerbaijan has a rich history of rug weaving, stretching back several centuries. The country stands at the crossroads of various cultures, and its carpets reflect this in their creat...
Category
1890s Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rare "Grön äng" carpet designed by Märta Måås-Fjetterström in 1928, Sweden.
Located in Ystad, SE
Rare "Grön äng/Green Meadow" carpet by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, signed AB MMF,
Carpet is in mint condition and all tassels intact.
Pure wool rölakan flatweave.
Designed in Sweden...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Geometric Rug in Retro Design
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and sari silk, this 5x8 Scandinavian rug has been inspired from the playful retro look—has more of a late-70s Scandinavian Rya look to its inspiration.
On the ...
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2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Rug & Kilim’s “High” Scandinavian Style Rug with Blue Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 9x12 Scandinavian rug is from our “High” line, named for its high-low texture married to the geometric patterns.
On the design:
Keen eyes will...
Category
2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk, Wool
Modern Orange Swedish Style Wool Rug Handmade With Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave rug features a chic contemporary Swedish design with an orange field color. It has a geometric pattern throughout the rug in ivory and gray shades.
This rug measures...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in Blue and Green with Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 8x10 rug is a latest addition to our “High” line of Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection, known for its high-low texture.
On the design:
Admirers ...
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2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s “High” Scandinavian Style Rug with Blue and Beige Geometric
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 8x10 Scandinavian rug is a latest addition to our “High” texture, known for its high-low addition.
On the design:
Admirers of the craft and keen eyes w...
Category
2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian style Rug with Blue and Beige Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 9x12 Scandinavian rug is a latest addition to our “High” texture, known for its high-low addition.
On the design:
Admirers of the craft and keen eyes w...
Category
2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Barbro Nilsson for AB Märta Måås-Fjetterström 'Snäckorna' Carpet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Barbro Nilsson for AB Märta Måås-Fjetterström, carpet, model ‘Snäckorna’, wool on linen warp, Sweden, design 1943, production afterwards
Exceptional hand-woven carpet designed by th...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Linen
Geometric Modern Swedish Style Room Size Wool Rug In Green
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave rug showcases a contemporary Swedish design with a green base. It's accented with ivory geometric patterns throughout
This rug measures 10' x 14'.
Our rugs are prof...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Hand-Knotted Kazak Woolen Rug, 1900s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an antique Kazak Rug with geometrical patterns and vibrant colours. It was hand-knotted in Afghan tribes around the first decade of the 20th century. Th...
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Early 1900s Afghan Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rya carpet, Sweden. Modernist design. From the 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rya carpet, Sweden.
Modernist design.
From the 1970s.
In excellent condition.
Dimensions: 128 cm x 78 cm.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Kazak rug Achma-Yumma Djoharian Collection
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Karabagh Kazak rug Achma-Yumma karabagh antique
STUNNING RUG WITH VIBRANT COLORS - BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR DESIGN RUG.
THIS BEAUTIFUL MEDIUM SIZE KAZAK RUG WAS KNOTTED USING FINE WOOL AN...
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1920s Azerbaijani Kazak Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rölakan, Sweden. Large handwoven wool carpet. Modernist design.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rölakan, Sweden.
Large handwoven wool carpet.
Modernist design.
Approximately 1960.
In excellent condition, could benefit from cleaning.
Dimensions: 242 cm x 166 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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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