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Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Throw size Persian Karadja Heriz rug with a soft denim blue field with other rustic colors. Measures: 3'4'' x 4'3'.
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20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi More Carpets

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Wool

5.6x9.8 Ft Handmade Vintage Turkish Rug Over-Dyed in Green for Modern Interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
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 More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

6x9.2 Ft Handmade Mid-Century Turkish Wool Area Rug Over-Dyed in Emerald Green
Located in Spring Valley, NY
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 More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

3x11.4 Ft Vintage Hand-Knotted Turkish Oushak Runner Rug for Hallway Decor
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak More Carpets

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Wool

Gianni Versace Collection Rug Wild Barocco, Gold Leopard Animal Print, 1980
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rug designed and manufactured by Atelier Versace Wild Barocco Measures: 220 x 220 In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use A vintage Gianni Versac...
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1980s Chinese Baroque Vintage More Carpets

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Wool

2'8"x12'3" Brown Modern Grass Design Hand Knotted Wool & Silk Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Golden Brown, Modern Grass Design, Hand Knotted, Denser Weave, Wool and Silk, Soft to the Touch, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inch...
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2010s Indian Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Early 19th Century Antique Bidjar Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 19th-late 18th century antique Persian Bidjar carpet. The culmination of a centuries-old weaving tradition, the finest Bidjar antique rugs...
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Early 19th Century Persian Agra Antique More Carpets

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Wool

Persian Tabriz Hunting Animal Pictorial Scatter Rug
Located in New York, NY
Scatter size antique Persian Tabriz rug with a Pictorial Animal Hunting Pattern from the 1st quarter of the 20th Century Measures: 4'6'' x 6'.
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20th Century Persian Folk Art More Carpets

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Wool

8'x8' Green Kohinoor Herat 100% Wool Diamond Shape Design Hand Knotted Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Sacramento Green, Kohinoor Herat, 100% Wool, Diamond Shape Repetitive Design, Borderless Hand Knotted, Tone on Tone, Round Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height...
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2010s Indian Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Hadji Jalili Tabriz Animal Pictorial Prayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable late 19th-century pictorial tree of life Tabriz rug woven by Hadji Jalili workshop in the city of Tabriz. Predominant colors in salmon orange and blues The weave, crafts...
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19th Century Persian Tabriz Antique More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Wool Area Rug with Medallion Design
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s featuring an elegant medallion design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the f...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Handwoven Flatweave Jute Kilim Rug White & Black Hatari
Located in Madrid, ES
This jute rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest jute yarns by artisans in Northern India, using a traditional weaving technique of this area. Each rug is handwoven with irr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Carpets

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Jute

1970's Romanian Oltenian Kilim Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78013 Vintage Romanian Oltenian Kilim Rug, 08'02 x 12'01. Radiating the vibrant spirit of Romanian folk artistry, this handwoven wool vintage Oltenian kilim rug is a joyous celebrati...
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Late 20th Century Romanian Kilim More Carpets

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Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th century Chinese Floral design rug in predominantly navy blue Measures: 4'10'' x 7'8''.
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20th Century Chinese Minimalist More Carpets

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Wool

2'7"x18'9" White Hand Knotted Washed Out Peshawar Leaf Design Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Chiffon White, Hand Knotted, Washed Out Peshawar with Geometric Leaf Design, Natural Dyes, 100% Wool, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 In...
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2010s Afghan Medieval More Carpets

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Jute Carpet Rug by Kilombo Home Natural Colors Diamonds
Located in Madrid, ES
This jute rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest jute yarns by artisans in Northern India, using a traditional weaving technique of this area. Each rug is handwoven with irr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Carpets

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Jute

Small Sottovento Woollen Carpet by Nathalie du Pasquier for Post Design/Memphis
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Small Sottovento woollen carpet by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design collection/Memphis A woollen carpet handcrafted by different Nepalese artisans. Made in a limited edition o...
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2010s More Carpets

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Wool

9'x11'10" Marlin Blue Peshawar Tree of Life Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries...
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2010s Afghan Medieval More Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Sarkoy Kilim Rug, Western Anatolian Turkish Carpet, Balkan Style Unique
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a vintage Old Sarkoy ( Sharkoy / Pirot ) Kilim rug from Western Turkey with a rare and beautiful color composition. Sarkoy kilims are very finely...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim More Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bidjar Rug Details rug no. j4138 size 9' 1" x 12' (277 x 366 cm)
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Late 19th Century Persian American Classical Antique More Carpets

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Wool

12'x18'1" Smoky White Wool & Silk Modern Textured Design Hand Loomed Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Smoky White with Cynical Black, 100% wool, Hand Loomed, Modern Textured and Variegated Line Design, Oversized Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool and Plant based Silk Latex: No Pile...
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2010s Indian Modern More Carpets

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Wool

9x12 Ft Modern design Moroccan style Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted (Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain style) rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
73166 Distressed Antique Persian Heriz Rug Runner, 02'04 x 10'00. Antique-worn Persian Heriz carpet runners are a unique category within the realm of Heriz rugs, distinguished by the...
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi More Carpets

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Distressed Antique Persian Heriz Rug
$1,599 Sale Price
20% Off
Zabihi Rug Collection Red Turkish Kars Rug Dated 1906
Located in New York, NY
A Primitive early 20th-century Turkish Kars Village Rug with an open field design on a abrashed red ground dated 1906 Details rug no. j2516 size 6' 7" x 8' 6" (201 x 259 cm)
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Early 20th Century Turkish Futurist More Carpets

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Wool

Antique Japanese Nabeshima Carpet (Dantsu)
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Japanese Nabeshima Carpet (Dantsu) Nabeshima dantsu (carpets) are some of the earliest examples of rug making in Japan. The original weavers learned their craft from Chinese...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji More Carpets

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Cotton

White Mongolian Fur Rug Throw - 100x170cm
Located in Dural, AU
Add luxurious natural textures to a decor with this White Mongolian Fur Throw rug. Whether styling a sofa or adding glam to a wardrobe or nursery f...
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2010s Australian Hollywood Regency More Carpets

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Sheepskin

31"x56" Ft Vintage Hand Knotted Turkish Accent Rug, Circa 1960, Floor Covering
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage Turkish accent rug. Finely hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on cotton foundation. Very good condition. Sturdy and as clean as a brand new rug (deep washed profession...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Small Rug
By King
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century traditional Persian Sarouk small rug Measures: 2' x 3'11”. .
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Early 20th Century Persian Empire Revival More Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Peach Orange Vintage Turkish Anatolian Mermaid Rug
Located in New York, NY
a mid-20th century Orange Coor Anatolian Turkish rug with mermaids floating around. Details rug no. j4304 size 5' 8" x 7' 4" (173 x 224 cm)
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20th Century Turkish Oushak More Carpets

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Wool

Ivory Angora Antique Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 authentic Angora Wool Overall Very Good Condition room size Turkish Oushak Rug with an all-over design with accent colors in goldenrod, pink and green on an ivory ground...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Hollywood Regency More Carpets

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Wool, Angora

New Chinese Art Deco Rug with Maximalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30920 New Chinese Art Deco Rug with Maximalist Style, 10'00 x 13'05. Emanating maximalism with incredible detail and lavish texture, this Chinese Art Deco st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco More Carpets

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Wool

18th Century Greek Island 'Epirus' Embroidery
Located in Istanbul, TR
A rare item in pretty good condition in silk embroidery on silk background cloth with zoomorphic imagery.
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18th Century Greek Tribal Antique More Carpets

Oversized Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 16'04 x 22'05
Located in Dallas, TX
74044 Oversized Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 16'04 x 22'05. This magnificent hand-knotted wool antique Persian Serapi rug epitomizes the grandeur and elegance of 19th-century Persian artistry. Its breathtakingly abrashed red field serves as the perfect backdrop for a concentric octofoil medallion, exuding an air of regal sophistication. The central medallion is anchored by graceful palmette pendants at each end, evoking a sense of symmetry and refinement that is characteristic of classic Serapi designs. As the medallion blooms outward, the richly detailed pattern draws the viewer's eye to the interplay of vibrant colors and meticulous details that unfold throughout the field. Surrounding the medallion is an enchanting array of geometric floral motifs, delicately arranged in a rhythmic pattern. Each element—serrated leaves, stylized florals, rectilinear vinery, buds, and rosettes—adds to the complexity of the design, while the use of bold and contrasting hues creates a visually captivating tapestry. The corner spandrels, reflecting the motifs within the main field, are outlined with elegant cloudband accents, adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the composition. The interplay of colors, from the deep indigo blues to the rich reds and beige highlights, showcases the weaver’s mastery of natural dyes and nuanced color gradations. Framing this harmonious design is a classic samovar turtle scroll border, a hallmark of fine Serapi rugs. This traditional border, with its stylized florals and curling vinery, is flanked by a double inner and outer carnation meander guard band that unifies the composition. The elegant framing not only defines the central field but also draws the colors and motifs from within, creating a seamless transition that enhances the overall sense of balance and harmony. The meticulous detailing and proportionate layout reflect the influence of both tribal and courtly weaving traditions, making this oversized antique Serapi rug a rare blend of sophistication and rustic charm. Steeped in history, this exquisite Serapi rug is more than just a decorative piece—it is a testament to the rich weaving heritage of Northwest Persia. Such oversized Serapi rugs were woven for grand interiors, gracing the floors of opulent residences and state buildings with their majestic presence. The rug’s exceptional artistry and luxurious appeal make it a true collector’s item, capturing the essence of Persian elegance and timeless beauty. Whether displayed as the focal point of a grand living space or as a statement piece in a hospitality setting, this masterpiece exudes an undeniable sense of history and artistic mastery. Rendered in variegated shades of brick red, ruby red, crimson, in +blue, navy blue, cerulean, royal blue, beige, sand, tan, ecru, taupe, dark rose, and sky blue with other accent colors. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Iran (Persia). Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 16 x 22 Rug...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique More Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Baluch Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
20793 Vintage Persian Baluch Rug, 07'03 x 10'05. Persian Baluch rugs are handwoven textiles originating from the Baluchistan region, crafted by the Baloch people. Characterized by tr...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic More Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Baluch Rug
Vintage Persian Baluch Rug
$639 Sale Price
36% Off
Forsyth New Zealand Sheepskin Rug, Ivory
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The naturalness and softness of a sheepskin rug can quickly elevate a room's beauty. On the floor, thrown over chairs and couches, this versatile design piece is a favorite of the Fo...
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2010s New Zealand More Carpets

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Sheepskin

2'10"x11'9" Imperial Blue Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Angora Oushak, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanship techn...
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2010s Afghan Oushak More Carpets

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Wool

Antique 1930s Persian Tabriz Pahlavi 9x13 Yellow, Red, & Navy Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs presents a 1930s Antique Persian Pahlavi Tabriz 9x13 Wool Handmade Rug. Tabriz is a northern city in modern-day Iran and has forever been famous for the fineness and...
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1930s Persian Tabriz Vintage More Carpets

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Wool

21st Century Asian Mocha Outdoor Indoor 200x200 cm Handmade Crochet Rug
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this outdoor rug. Large squares form the rug, framed with bespoke webbing. Handmade from UV protected bespoke iota yar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli More Carpets

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Metal

Garden Box Design Antique Persian Tabriz Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A room size antique Persian Tabriz Oriental rug woven early 20th century with a garden box all over design in earth tones Measures: 10' 12'11''.    
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Early 20th Century Persian Romantic More Carpets

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Wool

1980's Berber Boujad Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21673 Vintage Berber Boujad Moroccan Rug, 04'07 x 04'09. This hand-knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug radiates an undeniable charm, with a design that embodies both simplicity ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian More Carpets

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Wool

Funky Mid-Century Modern Turkish Deco Runner
Located in New York, NY
A colorful mid-20th century shabby chic Turkish runner. Measures: 1'9” x 5'7”.
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu More Carpets

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Wool

Antique Tekke Main Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Tekke Main carpet or rug. A handsome antique tribal carpet, woven by the Tekke Turkmen tribal groups in Central Asia. Featuring one of the mo...
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Late 19th Century Turkmen Tribal Antique More Carpets

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Wool

Irregular Shape Abstract Blue Handtufted Rug 'Frozen Land' by RAG HOME
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Just in: 'Frozen Lands,' a tufted rug that recalls memories of northeast Greenland beneath ironclad snow. Its colors: a muted blue borrowed from the gaping silence of frozen water, a...
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2010s Indonesian Modern More Carpets

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Acrylic, Yarn

Red Hand Knotted Worn Down Vintage Wool Persian Heriz with Tribal Ambience 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...
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1960s Persian Medieval Vintage More Carpets

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Wool

Carpet Oggian Blue Panther M (Shaped) in Acrylic Hand Tufted by Marco Oggian
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Continues the development of the carpets family with a new collection designed by Marco Oggian, characterized with a variety of bright colours and strong geometries. Discover Carpet ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese More Carpets

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Acrylic

10'x10' Gray, Natural Dyes, Soft Wool, Afghan Peshawar Hand Knotted, Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Battleship Gray, Natural Dyes, Soft Wool, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise, Hand Knotted, Round Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: ...
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2010s Afghan Oushak More Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Blue Animal Pictorial Antique Persian Tabriz Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century room size Persian Tabriz Formal rug. A sky blue field , ivory border with predominant accents in chocolate brown, pink and khaki. You can find various animals t...
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20th Century Persian American Classical More Carpets

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Wool

1950's Ulla Parkdal Scandinavian Swedish Röllakan
Located in Dallas, TX
79058 Ulla Parkdal Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, 05'03 x 08'01. In the realm of design where luxury whispers rather than shouts, this handwoven wool vintage Swedish rollakan—an exclu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78922 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 08'11 x 12'04. This hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persian Serapi rug from the late 19th century is a masterful testament to...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique More Carpets

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Wool

1960's Turkish Patchwork Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52132 Vintage Turkish Patchwork Kilim Rug, 09'09 x 14'00. Steeped in the rich traditions of Anatolian weaving, this handwoven vintage Turkish patchwork Kilim rug is a striking testam...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Bohemian More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Khorassan Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52678 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Khorassan Rug, 12'07 x 14'03. Like a timeworn manuscript revealing the whispers of history, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persian ...
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Late 19th Century Persian Khorassan Antique More Carpets

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Wool

1950's Nils Nilsson Swedish Green Scandinavian Röllakan
Located in Dallas, TX
79034 Nils Nilsson Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, 04'09 x 06'09. This exquisite handwoven wool rollakan rug, designed by the talented Swedish textile artist Nils Nilsson, exemplifies ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century Room Size Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century room size Persian Tabriz small room size rug Measures: 7'11'' x 11'
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Early 20th Century Persian Bauhaus More Carpets

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Wool

1960's Zeki Muren Turkish Sivas Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
51963 Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug, 03’03 x 06’01. This hand-knotted wool distressed vintage Turkish Sivas rug presents an intricate all-over pattern featuring small geometri...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Aesthetic Movement More Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Turkmen Chuval Face Of Large Size, Circa 1930
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Vintage Afghan Turkmen 9 gul chuval of large size, with warm red colour The chuval has 3rows of 3 Ersari chuval guls The elem design is a stylised tree design Circa 1930 The chuval ...
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20th Century Unknown More Carpets

Black & gold Customizable Art Deco Estrella Cowhide Area Floor Rug Small
Located in Charlotte, NC
Your lounge room just got a helluva lot more glam with the entrance of this 1970s glam rock-inspired Classic, in jet black herringbone combined with lots of gold! Let’s face it, tthe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco More Carpets

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Cowhide

Antique Persian Bidjar
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century oversize Persian Bidjar rug with an all-over design on a striated gray field, earth tone accents Measures: 11' x 18'3''.  
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1920s Persian Romantic Vintage More Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Dentelle Hexagone So Much Fun Collection by Claude Cartier Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
So much fun is a collection of rugs where black and white geometric elements define joyful and colorful patterns giving life to 3 different designs, customizable in multiple variations in terms of size, colors, and textures. A collection that offers different production techniques from hand-knotted to hand-woven. Claude Cartier Decoration...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern More Carpets

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Wool

8'x9'3" Golden Brown with Green Modern Design Sari Silk Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Golden Brown with Green, Modern Design, Sari Silk, Hand Knotted, Thick and Plush, Squarish, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Sari Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Conte...
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2010s Indian Modern More Carpets

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Wool

1960's Signed HLO Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Röllakan, 06'06 x 09'03
Located in Dallas, TX
78834 Signed HLO Kullaberg Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, 06'06 x 09'03. The vintage Swedish rollakan rug named "Kullaberg" is inspired by the scenic beauty of the Kullaberg nature re...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern More Carpets

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Wool

Antique, New and Vintage Area Rugs and Carpets for Your Home

Antique, new and vintage area rugs and carpets are a simple way to add warmth and style to any space. Area rugs can be seasonal or changed with other decorative objects to refresh an interior. Carpet piles materials can vary from wool and cotton to silk and synthetic fibers, and the purpose of a floor covering can range from reducing noise to offering a place to sit.

Vintage rugs can ground a space, and arranging furniture around them creates a measured focal point. Key furniture pieces can be placed on the rug or just the legs, such as with furniture like coffee tables in your living room.

So, how can you tell if a rug is high quality or vintage?

The three main components that determine the quality of a piece are the dyes, the wool and the number of knots per square inch. Ultimately, however, if you want to be sure the rug you’re buying is truly an antique, it is best to consult an expert.

If you want a creative design that stands out, area rugs or carpets can provide layers of color. Rugs and carpets reflect a global heritage of textiles and weaving, such as ornately patterned Persian and Indian designs. Visually striking Chinese rugs can add a delicate touch of color, while modern rugs make a statement with their geometric patterns.

Turkish rugs, with their ruby reds and misted blues, their entwined botanical designs and rhythmic geometries, are as beloved today as they were in the 13th century. The West’s current infatuation with Moroccan and North African tribal rugs stretches to the mid-20th century, when modern furniture designers embraced bold geometric patterns and even bolder palettes as counterpoints to form-follows-function interiors. Alvar Aalto, Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier were among the designers who used these rustic, natural rugs to offset austere interiors.

If you properly maintain your antique and vintage rugs, they will last for many years. When you’re thinking about how to clean a rug, it is important to keep in mind that your vacuum is not too harsh for your favorite floor covering. Frequent vacuuming is in fact necessary to remove everyday dirt that otherwise wears down the pile. Omri Schwartz of Nazmiyal does, however, stipulate that “it’s best to use an ordinary suction vacuum without bristles, as the bristles can damage the rug’s pile.” Rotating the carpet every couple of years is also recommended — it ensures that the rug gets even foot traffic.

On 1stDibs, find a vintage rug or carpet to add a layer of beauty and function to your room.

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