Skip to main content

Modern Indian Rugs

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

3
3,796
46
36
to
1,373
3,255
354
3,878
2,883
3,038
3,878
716
415
197
66
34
23
18
12
7
6
6
5
4
3
1
1
45
3,832
3
14
27
2
2
1
1
4
Width
to
Length
to
3,783
3,122
1,134
430
140
3,810
3,735
3,562
143
39
1,182
159
140
99
83
Style: Modern
Bloombell a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Opposites. Since the dawn of time, they have existed in harmony - dark and light, joy and sorrow, strength and vulnerability. Where one ends, the other begins. Distinct entities tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Kilim Accent Rug in Gray with White Diamond Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 2x3 Kilim and accent rug is a new addition to the modern flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this contemporary enjoys white diamond patte...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Whirlwind a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk & Wool by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Opposites. Since the dawn of time, they have existed in harmony - dark and light, joy and sorrow, strength and vulnerability. Where one ends, the other begins. Distinct entities tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Marblore a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk & Wool by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Opposites. Since the dawn of time, they have existed in harmony - dark and light, joy and sorrow, strength and vulnerability. Where one ends, the other begins. Distinct entities tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Contemporary Southampton Wool and Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Southampton wool and silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 17.2" × 19.2" (523 × 584 cm). A soft and luxurious hand-knotted wool and silk rug with all over tribal geometri...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Meltix a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Opposites. Since the dawn of time, they have existed in harmony - dark and light, joy and sorrow, strength and vulnerability. Where one ends, the other begins. Distinct entities tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Twistscape a Hand Tufted Modern Rug In Botanical Silk & Wool by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Opposites. Since the dawn of time, they have existed in harmony - dark and light, joy and sorrow, strength and vulnerability. Where one ends, the other begins. Distinct entities tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Oversized Abstract Modern River Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Abstract Modern river rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 17.5" × 22.0" (530 × 670 cm). This truly magnificent River area rug is a perfect merger between past and present. It c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Kilim rug in Brown & Grey Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 2x3 rug is a bold new addition to the flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in jute, wool & cotton, this contemporary kilim carries geometric patter...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Jute, Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug with Chartreuse and Beige-Brown Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
A bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Collection, this 9x12 rug is handwoven in a new flatweave construction using Alpaca yarn. Its design reflects a contemporary take on...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Alpaca

Rug & Kilim x El Gato Gomez Mid-Century Modern Style Runner Rug in Green
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 3x8 mid-century modern runner rug designed in collaboration with El Gato, draws on atomic age sensibilities of the mid-20th century. On the Design: Co...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug with Gray and Blue Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
From Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Collection, this 9x12 rug is handwoven in a new flatweave construction using Alpaca yarn. Its design is a new edition of our Carpet Design Awards winn...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Alpaca

Rug & Kilim’s Distressed Runner in Red and Blue Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 3x16 rug is a new addition to the Homage Collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Admirers of the craft may appreciate a subtle influence from Afghan Ma...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Geometric 'Maze' Hand Knotted Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Geometric 'Maze' hand knotted silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'0" × 16'0" (366 × 488 cm). This contemporary rug combines the centuries old craft with the modern ae...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s European Style Runner in Beige with Floral Patterns by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 3x8 runner is from the European rug collection by Rug & Kilim–a contemporary take on tasteful classic styles. On the Design: The rug enjoys bei...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Jolt Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Blue Beige & Grey Beige Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Serene Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Grey Gold & Grey Blue Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rue Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Blue Grey & Gold Grey Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Chimera Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Rust Beige & Blue Grey Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Modern Abstract Beige and Green Handmade Wool Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern abstract beige and green handmade wool runner by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 5'4" × 14'0" (162 × 426 cm). Because of their long and narrow shape, runners are perfect for corridor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Kilim in gray, Beige, White Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
A smart 13x16 Swedish style kilim from our award-winning Scandinavian flat weave collection. Handwoven in wool & undyed natural yarn. On the Design: This rug enjoys geometric patt...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Tribal style Kilim rug in Multicolor Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Inspired by tribal kilims, this 2x3 piece is a vibrant new addition to the flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this contemporary kilim carries...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Euphoria Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Gold Grey & Blue Grey Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Tribal style Kilim in Gold with Grey & Black Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Inspired by tribal kilims, this 2x3 piece is a vibrant new addition to the flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this contemporary kilim carries...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Tribal style Kilim in Blue, Gold, Green Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Inspired by tribal kilims, this 2x3 piece is a refreshing new addition to the flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this contemporary kilim carr...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ardor Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Taupe Green & Grey Gold Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Tribal style Kilim in Grey with Gold & Green Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Inspired by tribal kilims, this 2x3 piece is an elegant new addition to the flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this contemporary kilim carrie...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bouyant Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Beige Charcoal & Grey Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Coy Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Lavender Grey & Olive Grey Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s French Art Deco style Accent Rug in Beige with Medallion Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 2x3 rug is an exciting new addition to the Art Deco collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Hand-knotted in wool, this contemporary gift sized rug is inspired by French A...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Gray and White Flat-Weave Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary gray and white flat-weave wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'3" × 18'0" (373 × 548 cm) The imposing contemporary rug before your eyes combines attentive hand-workman...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Silk Rug in Solid Beige-Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in all-natural silk, this contemporary 12x15 plain rug is a grand new entry to Rug & Kilim’s Texture of Color Collection. Further On the Design: The collection enjoys...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug with Beige/Brown, White and Gray Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with wool and art silk, a 4x21 rug from the Light on Loom line of Rug & Kilim’s Textural Collection. This collection is fully custom-capable, and is ideal for sizing projects—ea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug in White with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 10x12 rug is a new addition to Rug & Kilim’s award-winning Scandinavian Collection. Hand-knotted in all wool, it marries a subtle high-low texture to its geometric patterns of t...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug with Beige/Brown, White and Gray Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk, this 4x22 contemporary simple rug in beige is an addition to the Rug & Kilim’s Texture of Color line of our Textural rug collection. On the Design: ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug with Chartreuse and Beige-Brown Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
A bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Collection, this 8x10 rug is handwoven in a new flatweave construction using Alpaca yarn. Its design reflects a contemporary take on...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Alpaca

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Rug with Beige and Gray Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
A new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Collection, this hand-knotted wool 9x12 rug reflects a contemporary take on mid-century Rollakans and Swedish Deco style. On the Design:...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Blue Silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Modern Blue Silk Rug Size: 14'0" × 20'0" (426 × 609 cm) This contemporary rug features timeless elegance though its simplistic design combined wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim's Hand-Knotted Abstract Rug in Blue, Beige-Brown Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in finely woven wool & silk, a 3x5 abstract rug from Rug & Kilim’s contemporary selections. The marriage of neutrals and cool blue sheen tones plays beautifully with the...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug & Kilim's Contemporary Geometric Pink and Grey Wool-Silk Abstract Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary geometric rug from Rug & Kilim features an uncommon field design with abstract sensibilities. Originating in India, the all-over field design employs a scribble pat...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Amity Hand Tufted Modern Silk Rug in Grey Rust & Taupe Gold Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Textural Rug with Beige-Brown and Gray Stripes “Light on Loom”
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with wool and art silk, this 9x10 modern textural rug with geometric patterns features beige-brown, gray and white hues underscore a series of stripes in the all over style. ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Spire Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Blue and Natural Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Torrent Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Rose and Blue Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Mist Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Grey and Silver Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Adrift Hand Tufted Modern Silk & Wool Rug in Rust, Gold & Teal Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
In circa 100,000 B.C. Africa, an early human makes a marking on a rock with ground red ochre, which goes on to become the first human artistic representation in documented history. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Labyrinth Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Turquoise and Green Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Kilim rug in Beige-Brown & Grey Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 2x3 rug is a bold new addition to the flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in jute, wool & cotton, this contemporary kilim carries geometric patter...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Jute, Cotton

Drift Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Old Rose and Steel Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Modern Kilim rug in Brown & Grey Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 2x3 rug is a bold new addition to the flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: Handwoven in wool & cotton, this contemporary kilim carries geometric patterns in ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vessel Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Rust and Grey Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Vesper Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Rust and Ash Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Tulle Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Plum and Amber Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Reug & Kilim’s Contemporary kilim rug in Brown, White & Black Abstract Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool & jute, this 5x8 piece is a grand new entry to Rug & Kilim’s modern flatweave collection. On the Design: The kilim rug carries an abstract design in brown, white...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Jute

Myriad Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Gold and Blue Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Blue and Gray Tone on Tone Geometric "Excelsior" Area Rug in Pure Wool, 8x10
Located in New York, NY
In blue and gray, the 8' x 10' geometric "Excelsior" area rug in pure wool from the Orley Shabahang architectural collection creates a stunning grounding effect in this tone on tone ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Halo Hand Knotted Modern Silk Rug in Blue and Gold Colours by Hands
Located in New Delhi, IN
Light. One of the first sensations we experience at the time of birth. One of the last that we leave the world with. Everything in between is an act of dispersion. In it lies all of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Serenity Symphony Hand-Knotted Wool and Bamboo Silk Rug
Located in Milano, IT
A harmonious blend of nature and technology in a muted color palette of ivory and flask! This hand-knotted rug artfully captures the beauty of imperfections, seamlessly incorporating...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Bamboo, Cotton

Modern indian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern indian rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage indian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern indian rugs made in a specific country, there are Asia, South Asia, and India pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original indian rugs, popular names associated with this style include Rug & Kilim, Woven Concepts, Apadana Fine Rugs, and GAN Rugs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for indian rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $105 and tops out at $82,500 while the average work can sell for $4,342.

Recently Viewed

View All