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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Georgian
Modern Textural Tribal Rug in Muted Colors by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern textural tribal rug in muted colors by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 15'5" × 21'1" (469 × 642 cm) A hand-knotted textural wool rug. The design is of tribal inspiration, incorporati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

One-of-a-kind Modern Anatolia Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-Kind Modern Anatolia rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 11'8" × 14'6" (355 × 441 cm) An exceptionally luxurious hand-knotted silk and wool rug. A silky, textural surface with ab...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Contemporary Abstract Long & Narow Handmade Wool Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary abstract long & narrow handmade wool Runner by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 2'0" × 16'2" (60 × 492 cm) This contemporary cut-pile runner is more than just a floor covering, i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Abstract Blue Ikat Silk and Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary abstract blue Ikat silk and wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'0" × 18'2" (365 × 553 cm) This contemporary custom designed rug is hand knotted in wool and silk and f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Modern Moroccan Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Moroccan Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'0" × 18'5" (365 × 561 cm) A hand-knotted wool rug with traditional Moroccan geometric motif. In North African tribal design, a diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Hand Knotted Jardin Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary hand knotted Jardin rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 12'0" × 12'0" (365 × 365 cm). Just one look at this mesmerizing contemporary area rug is enough to steal one’s heart....
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary High and Low Gray Diamond Rug
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary High and Low Gray Rug Size: 5'6" × 6'9" (167 × 205 cm) A contemporary, geometric, high-low hand-knotted in wool and silk rug. A masterful high-low weaving technique divi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Contemporary Souf Moroccan High-Low Wagireh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
30399 Modern Geometric High-Low Rug, 02'00 x 02'11. Contemporary sampler wagireh rugs from India are a modern interpretation of traditional wagireh rugs, employing the intricate weav...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary High and Low Gray Diamond Rug
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary High and Low Gray Diamond Rug Size: 15'0" × 20'0" (457 × 609 cm) A contemporary, geometric, high-low hand-knotted in wool and silk rug. A masterful high-low weaving tech...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Modern Pink and Beige Flat Weave Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Pink and Beige Flat Weave Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 9'6" × 12'0" (289 × 365 cm) This contemporary flat-weave wool rug features an all over petite alternating geometric pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Amazing Ziegler Wool Rug began 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing Ziegler Wool Rug began 20th Century Very good condition Measurements: 365 x 274 cm Ziegler rugs are inspired by the design of classic Persian rugs to give every interior an ...
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Early 20th Century Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Abstract Mimosa Design Handmade Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary abstract Mimosa design handmade silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 9'7" × 12'6" (292 × 381 cm). Abstraction is one of the most revolutionary trends in art which starte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Small Area Rug Door Mat, Beige Rug Handwoven Modern Rectangular
Located in Hampshire, GB
This fine wool mat is the perfect front or back door accessory. Woven by hand with fine wool and cotton that has been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques. The design features a simple beige background with a modern square stripe design. Our mats are handmade, woven not printed & are finished with a non-slip backing that keeps them in place to perform better than any other entrance mat made today. Suitable for both classic and contemporary home interiors. Both the colour palette and design are sure to uplift any small space. Excellent condition, ready for use in any home or office environment. 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. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Small area rug...
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2010s Chinese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Contemporary Green Handmade Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary green handmade silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 15'6" × 17'5" (472 × 530 cm) This contemporary silk rug was hand knotted of high-quality silk by a skilled artisan. S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Modern Abstract Design Handmade Wool and Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Abstract design white and brown handmade wool and silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'0" × 18'2" (365 × 553 cm) It is not easy to face such a beautiful item. This hand knot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Distressed Style Modern Rug in Red & Gold Abstract Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
From Rug & Kilim’s Homage collection, an 8x10 distressed style abstract rug reflecting on rippling curvatures with delicious red-brown & lush orange-gold tones. The drawing expresses...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Unusual Bold Abstract Retro Modern Area Rug 10'2" x 14'2"
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Bold Abstract Retro Design Modern Area Rug, Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern Rugs
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21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Souf Moroccan High-Low Wagireh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
30400 Modern Geometric High-Low Wagireh Rug, 02'02 x 02'02. Contemporary sampler wagireh rugs from India are a modern interpretation of traditional wagireh rugs, employing the intric...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary High-Low Wagireh Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
80454 New Modern Oushak High-Low Wagireh Rug, 01'07 x 02'01. Contemporary Oushak sampler wagireh rugs from Pakistan represent a modern interpretation of the traditional technique, we...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Geometric High-Low Knotted Wool Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Geometric High-Low Knotted Wool Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 16'4" × 25'6" (497 × 777 cm) A contemporary, high-low knotted of wool and silk rug. A masterful high-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Nazmiyal Collection Taupe Modern Moroccan Area Rug 11'9" x 14'9"
Located in New York, NY
Taupe Modern Moroccan Area Rug, Country of Origin: Afghanistan, Circa Date: Modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Runner With Modern Design by Keivan Woven Arts 2'7 x 10'3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern Moroccan Runner With Modern Design in Cream by Keivan Woven Arts. Modern Hand-Knotted Moroccan Rug with Modern Design in Cream and Neutral Tones. Keivan Woven Arts; rug MSE-...
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2010s Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Extra-Large Abstract High-Low Silk and Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern extra-large abstract high-low silk and wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 17'9" x 25'5" (543 x 774 cm). Contemporary rugs constitute an exceptionally intriguing and complex c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Contemporary Souf Moroccan High-Low Wagireh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
80455 New Contemporary High-Low Wagireh Rug, 01'07 x 02'01. Contemporary sampler wagireh rugs from Pakistan represent a modern interpretation of the traditional technique, weaving in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

3.7x6.9 Ft Handmade Vintage Turkish Rug Redyed in Teal, Ideal 4 Modern 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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Nazmiyal Collection Ivory Light Grey Blue Checkboard Modern Rug 6'4" x 9'3"
Located in New York, NY
Decorative Ivory Light Grey Blue Checkboard Design Contemporary Modern Area Rug, Country of origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern Rugs
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21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Indian Dhurrie Blue Flat-Weave Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian Dhurrie blue flat-weave rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 13'10" × 19'9" (421 × 601 cm). For years Dhurrie rugs had a very important function in Indian culture, as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Purple with Polychrome Striae
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x10 textural rug is an exciting new addition to the Texture of Color collection by Rug & Kilim, made with hand-knotted silk and a new take on the theme of this collection—parti...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Contemporary Souf Moroccan High-Low Wagireh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
80459 Contemporary High-Low Wagireh Rug, 04'00 x 06'02. Contemporary sampler wagireh rugs from Pakistan are a modern interpretation of traditional wagireh rugs, employing the intrica...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Moroccan Wagireh Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
80456 New Contemporary Moroccan Wagireh Rug, 01'06 x 02'01. Contemporary Moroccan sampler wagireh rugs from Pakistan represent a modern interpretation of the traditional technique, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Square Size Neutral Color Modern Rug 13'1" x 14'4"
Located in New York, NY
Classy Wool Pile Handmade Square Size Neutral Color Modern Contemporary Area Rug, Country of origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern Rugs
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21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug with Beige-Brown and Gray Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this smart 13x18 Swedish style flat weave is Rug & Kilim’s new “Nu” texture. On the design: Our “Nu” flat weave enjoys a boucle-like texture of blended yarns, ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Forel Brown Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Forel Brown Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'2" × 16'3" (370 × 495 cm) This gorgeous flat woven rug is everything one could wish for. It was hand knotted using the high...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Oushak Style Rug with Polychromatic Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in silk, this 10x11 rug is from Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics collection. On The Design: Connoisseurs will admire this design which reflects a European interpretation ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

5.3x8.9 Ft Distressed 1950s Handmade Anatolian Area Rug Over-Dyed in Gray Color
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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Moroccan Style High-low Knotted Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Modern Moroccan Style High-low Knotted Wool Rug
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Blue-Grey Mandorla Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary blue-grey mandorla rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 7'10" × 10'0" (238 × 304 cm). Contemporary hand knotted silk and wool rug in shades of ivory, blue and grey.
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Danish modern orange and red round carpet Rya by Højer Eksport Wilton, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish modern orange and red round carpet Rya by Højer Eksport Wilton, 1970s Round long-haired carpet mod. Rya. The background is a light gray color tending towards yellow tones, whi...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Abstract Water Dance Handmade Wool and Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Abstract water dance Handmade wool and silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 8'0" × 10'0" (243 × 304 cm) The magnificent modern rug before your eyes is a product of our professi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Modern Abstract Handmade Silk Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern abstract handmade silk runner by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 2'6" × 12'6" (76 × 381 cm).
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Modern Steel-blue Flat Weave Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Modern Steel-blue Flat Weave Wool Rug Size: 13'0" × 17'1" (396 × 520 cm)
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

High-Quality Tattoo Relief Rug by Kim Alexandriuk for Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
High-quality tattoo relief rug by Kim Alexandriuk for Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 9'0" x 12'0" (274 x 365 cm). Kim Alexandriuk evokes traditional tribal patterns but assembles them with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

European Folk Stamverband VI Goat Hair Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
European folk Stamverband VI goat hair rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 5'10" × 7'0" (177 × 213 cm). This absolutely stunning contemporary rug draws the attention thanks to its fascina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Chessboard Pattern Flat-Weave Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern chessboard pattern flat-weave wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 12'0" × 19'0" (365 × 579 cm). The contemporary flat-weave rug before your eyes is one of the examples of how...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Grisaille Blue and Black Stripes and Striae
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x10 textural rug is an exciting new addition to the Texture of Color collection by Rug & Kilim, made with hand-knotted wool and a new take on the theme of this collection—parti...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug with Gold and Beige Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 14x18 Scandinavian flatweave rug features geometric patterns inspired by the Swedish Minimalist style, though one might see a cubist sensibility in the sense ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Rug with White and Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This Swedish style kilim rug design joins the new "Watson yarn" line of Rug & Kilim's award-winning Scandinavian Collection. On the Design: This 13x21 rug is the first major represe...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Textural Rug in Tones of Gray
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in silk, this 9x11 contemporary rug from Rug & Kilim’s Texture of Color line is an inventive take on solid rugs with movement in its subtle striae. On the Design: Th...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Rich Brown Stripes and Umber Tones
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 10x14 bold new addition to our Texture of Color collection, made with hand-knotted wool and a new take on the theme of this collection—particularly a vegetable dye like those used ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Beige-Brown and Red
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 10x14 textural rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Texture of Color collection, made with hand-knotted wool and a new take on the theme of this collection—particula...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Custom Modern Striped Flat-Woven Wool Rug in Black & White by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Custom Modern striped flat-woven wool rug in black & white by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 9'0" x 10'3" (274 × 312 cm) Nowadays designers and weavers try their best to create truly unforg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Grisaille Blue and Black Stripes and Striae
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 8x10 textural rug is an exciting new addition to the Texture of Color collection by Rug & Kilim, made with hand-knotted wool and a new take on the theme of this collection—parti...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Purple with Polychrome Striae
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 7x9 textural rug is an exciting new addition to the Texture of Color collection by Rug & Kilim, made with hand-knotted silk and a new take on the theme of this collection—partic...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Modern Abstract Eskayel-Culebra Rug for Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern abstract Eskayel-culebra rug for Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 9'0" × 12'2" (274 × 370 cm).
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Textural Rug in Tones of Gray and Beige
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 10x14 bold new addition to our Texture of Color collection, made with hand-knotted wool and a new take on the theme of this collection—particularly a vegetable dye like those used ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Striped Silver Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Striped Silver Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 10'2" × 13'0" (309 × 396 cm) This subtle and well-executed modern rug shows the potential that lies in adapti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Rya Rainbow Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Rya rainbow handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 8'10" × 12'0" (269 × 365 cm). Traditional designs are an endless source of inspiration in contemporary decorati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Zig-Zag Design Handmade Wool Rug in Brown and Beige by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Zig-Zag design handmade wool rug in brown and beige by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 7.8" × 8.4" (233 × 254 cm).
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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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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