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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Period: 1960s
Period: 1950s
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Woolen Mid-Century Hand Knotted Carpet Harbor and Boat Decor, Denmark, 1950's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Woolen Mid-Century hand knotted carpet harbor and boat decor, Denmark, 1950's.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Room Size Scandinavian Art Deco/Bauhaus Rug by Laila Karttunen
Located in Milan, IT
Laila Maria Karttunen (1895-1981) was a leading Finnish textile artist. After graduating from the Turku School of Art and Design, she initially taught at the Wetterhoff weaving schoo...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
ALAIN CORNIC French Wool Tapestry Titled BOUQUET by D' AUBUSSON, 1950 Paris
By alain cornic
Located in Miami, FL
Signed Alain CORNIC wool and cotton tapestry titled BOUQUET and manufactures by AUBUSSON.
Exemplar 53 / 500 Robert FOUR. Editor in PARIS, France, circa 1950.
Composition No 6167.
Ori...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
6.3x8.2 Ft Distressed Handmade Turkish Rug in Gray, Vintage Shabby Chic Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug over-dyed in gray color
The rug is finely hand-knotted, heavy, lays flat on the floor and has low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is deep-washed, in goo...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
6.3x9 ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Area Rug in Gray with Floral Medallion Design
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug re-dyed in gray color for contemporary interiors.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
Sturdy and can be used ...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Midcentury Red and Brown Geometric Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1960-1970, this vintage midcentury runner joins Rug & Kilim’s midcentury Pasha collection celebrating Turkish icon Zeki Müren with Josh’s h...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
6.2x10.2 Ft Handmade Turkish Rug in Purple. Floral Garden Design Wool Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug over-dyed in purple color. Measures: 6.2 x 10.2 ft
The rug is finely hand-knotted, heavy, lays flat on the floor and has low wool pile on cotton foundation...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique German Blue and Red Rug with Floral Patterns by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This antique German 1930s German floral has enjoys soft, finely woven wool pile. This symmetrical floral pattern is a distinct European interpretation of oriental carpets, one of several German pieces...
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1930s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
6.7x10 Ft Plain Vintage Handmade Rug Overdyed in Red for Modern Interiors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage handmade Turkish area rug over-dyed in red with a plain solid design, great for contemporary interiors. The rug is finely hand-knotted, professionally washed and has low wo...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Persian Flatweave Stripe Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
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1960s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Persian Flatweave Stripe Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
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1960s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
6x11 Ft Distressed Vintage Handmade Rug in Green Color. Modern Anatolian Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug re-dyed in green color for contemporary interiors. Measures: 6 x 11 ft.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
S...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Red Wool Rug Handmade Carpet Rustic Gold Oriental Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This fine wool rug was woven by hand with fine materials and features a rich colour palette of red, orange, beige and blue, woven into a symmetrical tribal design. The central medallion and surrounding design have been woven with intricate motifs and patterns creating a beautiful eye-catching piece, sure to suit both classic and modern homes. Easily style this piece with your vintage or antique furniture for...
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1950s Azerbaijani Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton, Wool
Pair of Big Midcentury Design Abstract Geometric Carpets, Rugs, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1950s,
- Czechoslovakia
- Very simple design
- Few stains on both
- Double sided.
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Very Rare Geometric Original Carpet Designed by Antonin Kybal, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Publicated in books and magazines
- around 1940s
- Czechoslovakia.
- original condition with signs of use, few stains
- otherwise very well preserved.
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1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Midcentury Rug, Carpet, Denmark, Ege Rya Style, 1960s
By Ege Rya
Located in Praha, CZ
Can be used as a wall tapestry.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Midcentury Yellow Wool Runner with Black White Accents by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1950-1960, this vintage midcentury wool rug hails from a select series by a very celebrated Turkish designer, enjoying a unique shabby-chic...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
5.9x9.5 Ft Vintage Floral Motif Handmade Area Rug in Gray. Anatolian Wool Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug re-dyed in gray color for contemporary interiors.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
Sturdy and can be used ...
Category
1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Midcentury Purple Red, Geometric Wool Multi-Color Accents by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1960-1970, this vintage midcentury runner joins Rug & Kilim’s midcentury Pasha collection celebrating Turkish icon Zeki Müren with Josh’s h...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Moroccan Beige and Brown Geometric Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This mid-century Moroccan rug from Rug & Kilim has an all-over field design featuring a modern geometric style. Originating from Morocco between 1950-1960, the spacious 15’11” length...
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1950s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1960s Danish Wool Carpet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
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1960s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the Minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
1960s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Midcentury Red, Cream Wool Rug Multi-Color Floral Accents by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1960-1970, this vintage midcentury runner is the latest to join our midcentury Pasha collection, celebrating Turkish icon and multidiscipli...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
6.3x9.8 ft Vintage Minimalist Distressed Hand-Knotted Turkish Area Rug in Gray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage hand-knotted Turkish area rug with a minimalist design over-dyed in gray. The rug features distressed low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is in very good condition, deep...
Category
1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Cubist Handknotted Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage cubist rug was handmade in Turkey circa mid-20th century. It is in the style of Zeki Muren, a multidisciplinary Turkish artist, known for his b...
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1960s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
4.8x13 Ft Distressed Vintage Turkish Runner Rug in Red. Modern Handmade Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish runner rug re-dyed in red color. Great for contemporary interiors.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
Sturdy and can ...
Category
1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
1960s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Midcentury Diamond Pattern Pink and Blue Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1960-1970, this vintage midcentury runner is the latest to join Rug & Kilim’s midcentury Pasha collection, celebrating Turkish icon and mul...
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1960s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
5.2x9 Ft Handmade Vintage Baroque Style Area Rug in Yellow. Modern Wool Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug re-dyed in yellow color for contemporary interiors.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
Sturdy and can be used ...
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1950s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Midcentury Abstract Black and Red Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1960-1970, this vintage midcentury wool rug joins our Mid-Century Pasha collection celebrating Turkish icon Zeki Müren with hand picked fav...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Persian Mazandran Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
1960s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Neutral Turkish Deco Runner
Located in New York, NY
Neutral color vintage one of a kind wide Turkish Deco gallery runner with an all-over diamond motif A chic piece, circa mid-20th century.
Measures: 4'5” x 11'4”.
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1960s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Midcentury Continental Flat-Weave Beige and Blue Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Romania in 1950, this vintage midcentury wool rug features a continental flat-weave design, hand knotted in high quality wool. Emboldened by distinct hues of multi t...
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1950s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
5.8x8 ft Handmade 1950s Area Rug in Dark Gray. Great for Contemporary Interiors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug re-dyed in charcoal gray color for contemporary interiors.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
Sturdy and can b...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Swedish Flat-Weave Wool Carpet, circa 1950-1960
By Vävaregården
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Handvävd Rölakan (handwoven flat-weave) Woven marker mark, Vävaregården in Eringsboda, founded by Erik Lundberg uses a picture/logo rather than letter, see photo.
Good condit...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Rugs Kilim Handmade Carpet Oriental Rust Wool Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This fine red wool antique carpet was woven by hand in Turkey, Anatolia, in the 1930s. The central design features a symmetrical all over design woven with floral patterns. Intricately designed and constructed with fine hand-spun wool and cotton. Dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques used for generations. The colour and design of this fine Anatolian rug make it the perfect accent accessory for any home.
Easily style this fine wool rug with your vintage or antique home interiors...
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1930s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Wool
Handwoven Carpet Oriental Area Rug Traditional Tribal Red Wool Carpet 127 x 214
Located in Hampshire, GB
This elegant wool rug was woven by hand in the 1940s with fine wool and cotton. The central design has been woven on a rich red background with accents of brown, yellow, green and bl...
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1940s Azerbaijani Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
4.6x14.2 Ft Modern Handmade Turkish Runner Rug in Gray, Vintage Hallway Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish runner rug re-dyed in gray color. Great for contemporary interiors.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
Sturdy and can...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Scandinavian Flat Weave Wool Area Rug, 1960s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a wonderful, multi-colored, flat weave wool, rectangular area rug, made in Sweden, circa the 1960s. In very good vintage condition. The dimensions are 92" L...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Rollaken Rug, Light Blue Open Field
Located in New York, NY
A plain, slightly varied, light blue field is framed by a border of squares in shades of light blue, pale blue, and light grey, with cross details in every second panel. Wool pattern...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Mid Century Wool Design Carpet / Rug in, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s
- Czechoslovakia
- Professionally clensed
- original condition.
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Sparta Traditional Beige and Pink Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from China in 1960, this vintage Sparta design wool rug employs a very uncommon contrast through color and texture together. Hand knotted in durable wool, the highly styl...
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1960s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Traditional Antique Rugs Handmade Carpet Oriental Red Wool Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This fine wool rug was woven by hand in the 1980s in Afghanistan. The central design features a rich burgundy background with red, blue and cream accents that make up the tribal desi...
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1940s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton, Wool
Vintage Midcentury Tea Green and Pink Wool Rug, Multicolor Accent by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1960-1970, this vintage midcentury runner joins our midcentury Pasha collection celebrating Turkish icon Zeki Müren with Josh’s hand picked...
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1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Minimalist Modernist Design Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A very charming example of Indian Modernism during the late colonial period. One can see a close similarity in style with Minimalist attitudes of the French 'neo-classiques' such as ...
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1940s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Birgitta Södergren, Signed Flat-Weave Carpet, Green-Dyed Wool, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A handwoven modernist flat-weave carpet / rug by Birgitta Södergren. Most likely woven in the 1950s. Handwoven in wool, using a Kilim technique. Sig...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Stripe Mazandaran Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
Our Mazandaran Collection highlights the minimalist sophistication that existed long before the modern era. These rugs are inspired by the kilims that were woven by Persian women in ...
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1960s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Moroccan Berber Transitional Red Wool Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Morocco in the 1950s, this vintage mid-century Berber rug employs a distinct transitional approach to color among Moroccan rugs. Hand knotted in high quality wool, w...
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1950s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Brown Wool Kilim Rug, Vintage Kilims Flat Woven Area Rug Carpet
Located in Hampshire, GB
This elegant wool area rug was woven by hand in the 1960s in the Caucasus area. The design features a bold art deco style with a repeat geometric pattern—Woven with a subtle colour palette including orange, brown and beige. The colour and design of this fine wool kilim make it the perfect accessory for any home interior.
We constructed with locally sourced hand-spun wool and cotton that would have been dyed with organic dyeing techniques for generations. Suitable for both classic and contemporary home interiors. Style this fine wool rug with your vintage or antique home interiors...
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1960s Caucasian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
Handwoven Gabbeh Carpet Primitive Wool Pile Rug, Oriental Tribal
Located in Hampshire, GB
This fine wool rug was woven by hand in the 1960s with a geometric repeating all-over pattern. The colour palette is bold with yellow, red, ivory and blue accents. Paired with the simple geometric design, this piece is sure to make the perfect accent rug for any room.
Style this fine wool rug with your vintage or antique furniture for an instant uplift.
Perfect for use as a bedroom rug, living room rug or entranceway rug.
This piece was constructed with fine organic materials, including hand-spun wool and cotton. The rich colours in this piece come from natural vegetable dyeing techniques. Both the construction and the design of this fine wool antique rug make it suitable for any room.
Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find the perfect accent pieces for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. AS well as cushions and footstools to match your style. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now.
Handwoven Gabbeh carpet black wool pile Primitive rug...
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1960s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
6.6x10.7 Ft Distressed Vintage Medallion Design Handmade Rug Over-Dyed in Purple
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Turkish area rug re-dyed in purple color for contemporary interiors. Measures: 6.6 x 10.7 ft.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washe...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
6.5x10 Ft Vintage Handmade Anatolian Wool Area Rug in Taupe and Beige
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage hand-knotted Turkish rug with a distressed and antiquated look, featuring a lush design of swirling and flowing floral motifs in stylized fashion in beige, taupe and brown ...
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1960s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Caucasian Vintage Kilim Rug Handmade Oriental Traditional Area Carpet
Located in Hampshire, GB
Blue, orange and cream make up the main accent colours in this simple, elegant vintage Kilim. Woven by hand in the 1940s by village weavers of Azerbaijan known for their finely woven village kilims. Featuring a bold geometric diamond design woven with sophistication through the centre and a bold repeat pattern design layered bor the border, this piece would make a great accent rug for any room. Both the colour palette and design of this wool rug are suitable for both classics.
This vintage piece was constructed with fine hand-spun wool and cotton, which have been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques that have been used for generations. The materials used are of the finest quality making this piece durable and sure to last for generations if cared for correctly.
This piece is in excellent condition, clean and ready for use in any home or office environment.
Caucasian vintage Kilim rug handmade oriental traditional area carpet...
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1940s Azerbaijani Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
4.6x12.7 Ft Handmade Vintage Turkish Floral Rug in Orange for Hallway Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage floral Turkish runner rug re-dyed in orange color. Great for contemporary interiors.
Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Professionally washed.
Sturdy ...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
1960s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Striped Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
1960s Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Modern Collection is skillfully sourced by N A S I R I and exclusive to our showroom. These flatweaves embody the minimalist sophistication that emerged in the mid-20...
Category
1960s Persian Mid-Century Modern 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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