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Modern North and South American 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.

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Style: Modern
Vintage Mexican Tapestry with Boho Chic Folk Art Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77774 vintage Mexican Tapestry with Boho Chic Folk Art style 02'05 x 03'02. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant co...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, Customizable, 8x10 ft, Braided, Multicolored 04
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for an 8 x 10 rug in the colors shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to th...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 9x12 ft, Braided Multicolored 04
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 9 x 12 rug in the colors shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 9x12 ft, Braided Multicolored 03
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 9 x 12 rug in the colors shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 8x10 ft, Braided, Multicolored 03
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for an 8 x 10 rug in the colors shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to th...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, Customizable, 12x15 ft, Natural Wool, Dark Grey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 12 x 15 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Hand Tufted Shag Rug 01
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand Tufted Shag rug By Madeline Tavernier 2022 Materials: acrylic & wool yarns Dimensions: 19" x 31".
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Apadana's Modern Genuine Cowhide Leather Custom Rug in Earthy Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
The Modern Genuine Cowhide Leather Custom Rug offers customizable options for size and color. Hand-crafted with Cowhide (Genuine Cowhide Leather), it exudes exceptional quality and d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

Apadana's Modern Genuine Sheep Leather Custom Rug in Ivory
Located in Norwalk, CT
Modern Genuine Sheep Leather Custom Rug offers a tailored combination of size and color to suit any space. This Custom Rug material is made of Sheep skin—genuine Ovine Leather—and u...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Sheepskin, Leather

Apadana's Modern Genuine Sheep Leather Custom Rug in Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
Modern Genuine Sheep Leather Custom Rug offers a tailored combination of size and color to suit any space. This Custom Rug material is made of Sheep skin—genuine Ovine Leather—and u...
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21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Apadana's Modern Genuine Cowhide and Sheep Leather Custom Rug In Earthy Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
The Modern Genuine Cowhide and Sheep Leather Custom Rug offers customizable options for size and color. It is handcrafted with Cowhide and Sheep skin (Genuine Bovine and Ovine Leathe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Cowhide

Rug & Kilim’s Large Cowhide Rug in Beige-Brown, Camel and Cream Tones
Located in Long Island City, NY
This handmade 7x8 contemporary cowhide rug from Rug & Kilim represents an exciting new collection of rare large-size pieces in the style—each a comfortable and stylish addition to a ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fur, Hide, Leather

Apadana's Modern Genuine Cowhide Leather Custom Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
The Modern Genuine Cowhide Leather Custom Rug offers customizable options for size and color. It is hand-crafted with Cowhide (Genuine Cowhide Leather) and exudes exceptional quality...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

Modern Eskayel Akimbo Grey and White Handmade Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Doris Leslie Blau collection Modern Eskayel Akimbo grey and white handwoven wool rug. Size: 12'2" × 16'4" (370 × 497 cm) This stunning designer rug immediately draws attention thanks...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Monumental Elegance: Modern Art Deco Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Monumental Elegance: Modern Art Deco Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 13'6" × 23'7" (411 × 718 cm). Bold in scale yet refined in detail, this hand-knotted wool rug from India offe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Palace Size Modern Woven Leather Strap Area Rug 31'L X 24'W
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental palace size modern area rug or carpet constructed from black bonded leather straps in a geometric pattern. The carpet measures nearly 24 feet wide and over 31 feet long. T...
Category

20th Century Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

"Oscar" Rug Inspired by Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alvorada Rug is inpired by Oscar Niemeyer. The curves and mix of textures make an unique result and touch to this piece. Sizes arfe customizable. .
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Rug & Kilim’s Cowhide Rug in Silver-Gray and White Tones
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 7x8 contemporary cowhide rug, originating from Brazil, is a comfortable and stylish addition to a wide range of spaces for its unique shape inherent to the craft. On the Design: Admirers of the craft may appreciate this new cowhide rug made with undyed colors with a natural silky sheen. With silver/gray and white undertones, this rug is an exemplary addition to the Rug & Kilim Modern collection for its unique shape. As a comfortable and stylish choice, this piece is particularly well suited to spaces seeking unshaped and irregular shaped rugs...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Animal Skin

Pompeia Rug Inspired by Lina Bo Bardi
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Pompeia rug is inpired by Lina Bo Bardi. The stripes and mix of textures make an unique result and touch to this piece. Sizes are customizable.   
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Rug & Kilim’s Extra Large Cowhide Rug in Beige, White and Cream Tones
Located in Long Island City, NY
This handmade 7x8 contemporary cowhide rug from Rug & Kilim represents an exciting new collection of rare pieces in the style—each a comfortable and stylish addition to a wide range ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fur, Hide, Leather

Contemporary Gray Carpet with Black Ostrich-Embossed Leather Border, 10' x 8'
Located in Morristown, NJ
A contemporary custom carpet featuring a refined interplay of texture and tone. This sophisticated floor covering is rendered in a soft, low-pile gray textile with a luxurious ostric...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Ostrich Leather, Wool

Andeloos Modern Geometric Rug Set in Blue Silk and Wool by Jt. Pfeiffer
Located in New York, NY
Represented by Tuleste Factory Andeloos, handmade in pure wool, gives the sensation of being submerged at the bottom of the ocean. Where the calm is only apparent, since there is a ...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Abstract Soumak Weave Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful contemporary Soumak weave wool rug with a gray field. This rug has accents of brown, goldenrod, and ivory in a gorgeous all-over abstract design. This rug measures: 9' x...
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2010s Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of rugs by John Günther 1990s
By John Gunther
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Pair of rugs designed by textile artist John Günter for JAB made in Pura La Virgen limited edition 10/8. Dimensions: 350 cm x 75 cm and 140 cm x 80 cm
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1990s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in White and Beige-Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the pallet of white and brown with cream accents. A comfortable, textural choic...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Sauron Textural Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Sauron textural rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 17'0" × 20'5" (518 × 622 cm). A freeform hand knotted textural wool rug. It displays a bold design in shades of primary c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Handmade Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern handmade silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 11'3" × 16'4" (342 × 497 cm). Minimalism in design, this hand knotted modern grey rug is brilliant in its simplicity. Thanks to t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Silk

Pieces Otto Grey Zig Zag Print Modern Hand Tufted Irregular Shape Rug Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Otto rug features a fun zig zag edge and matching print, in a soft, neutral color palette. Not another neutral to help ground a room. Rugs that mak...
Category

2010s Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in Black and White
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the positive-negative black and white play with subtle distinction. A comfortab...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Rust, 8x10'
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Crest I Track, Hand-Tufted Wool Terracotta Graphic Rug
Located in Miami, FL
The Crest I track tapestry rug draws inspiration from the starting line of tracks run by athletes in the ancient Olympic Games. Deep neutrals and strong shapes combine to create an eclectic geometric vibe. This rug is hand-tufted in India, made with wool, silk, and shag. Can be paired together with Crest II to create a bigger rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

"Alvorada" Rug Inspired by Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alvorada Rug is inpired by Oscar Niemeyer. The curves and mix of textures make an unique result and touch to this piece. Sizes arfe customizable. .
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Riff Rug from Souda, Customizable, 8x10 ft, Braided, Multicolored 05
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 8x10 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the ru...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Wavy Rug Desert Hand Tufted Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Wavy rug is a series of rugs first exhibited in our pieces homes project in Kennebunk, Maine. The Wavy rug design concept started as a single rug composed...
Category

2010s Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in Cream
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the pallet of beige-brown with rose gold hints. A comfortable, textural choice,...
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2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in White and Rose Gold
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the pallet of beige-brown with rose gold hints. A comfortable, textural choice,...
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2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

Malta French Knot Rug in Sand, 5x7'
Located in New York, NY
Made of wool and cotton on a traditional pit loom, Malta French Knot is a dynamic stripe with lovely dimension and texture accentuated by tassel fringe. This versatile geometric desi...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Hand Tufted Shag Rug 02
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand Tufted Shag Rug By Madeline Tavernier. 2022 Materials: acrylic & wool yarns. Dimensions: 41" x 12.5".
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Ochre, 8x10'
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Contemporary Bauer Minimalist Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Bauer Minimalist handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 6'6" × 7'7" (198 × 231 cm) This contemporary area rug constitutes a merger of fine craftsmanship with Minim...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern SN1 Zig-Zag Rug in Gray and Brown by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern SN1 zig-zag rug in gray and brown by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 6'0" × 6'0" (182 × 182 cm) Modern rug designed by Sandra Nunnerly for Doris Leslie Blau. Contemporary rugs constit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 12x15 ft, Natural Wool, Multicolored 01
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 12x15 rug in the colors shown plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the rug photographed or...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Small Wool Dune Rug Hunter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
By Mush Studios 2022 Materials: New Zealand wool, cotton backing Dimensions: (S) 3 ft., (L) 7 ft.
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Primary Rings Acrylic Rug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rug by Liz Collins 2021 Materials: Sunbrella Acrylic Yarn & Fabric, Monofilament Dimensions: 100" diameter, 1" thick Edition: Unique This L...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

"Pauliceia" Rug Inspired by Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Pauliceia Rug is inpired by Oscar Niemeyer and his urban buldings in São PAULO landscape. The curves and mix of textures make an unique result and touch to this piece. Sizes are ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in White and Beige-Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the pallet of white and brown with cream accents. A comfortable, textural choic...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

Hand Tufted Shag Rug 05
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand Tufted Shag Rug By Madeline Tavernier. 2022 Materials: acrylic & wool yarns. Dimensions: 25" x 14.5".
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Ochre, 9x12'
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Modern Patagonia Shearling Taupe Rug 8'x10'2''
Located in Torrance, CA
This luxurious Patagonia shearling rug is a masterful blend of texture and tone, hand-assembled from meticulously matched natural shearling panels. With its velvety, ultra-soft pile ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fur, Wool

4 Stripe Runner Brite
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ?Wavy Rug? is a series of rugs first exhibited in our ?Pieces Homes ?Project in Kennebunk, Maine. The Wavy Rug design concept started as a single rug comp...
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2010s Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Venetian Flamestitch Rug in Blue, 9x12'
Located in New York, NY
 A tonal, undulating pattern inspired by classic bargello, Venetian Flame Stitch is a timeless rug design that is equally at home in modern and traditional interiors. With its soft s...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Colorful Contemporary Handmade Turkish Flat-Weave Kilim Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Turkish flat-weave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century with a horizontally striped pattern in soft, but colorful tones similar to the style of Amer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Inspired Deco Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Inspired Deco Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 5'0" × 6'0" (152 × 182 cm). The inspiration for this rug came from a trip to Copenhagen where I immersed myself in Scandinavian design. I...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Cowhide Rug
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American cowhide rug in shades of blue, beige, and gray. (RORIC TOBIN)
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20th Century American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Animal Skin

Riff Rug from Souda, 4x6 ft, Natural Wool, Ivory
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 4ft x 6ft rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to t...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in Black and White
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the positive-negative black and white play with subtle distinction. A comfortab...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Rust, 3x10'
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Blues, 2x3'
Located in New York, NY
A timeless tumbling-block rug design, Pompeii features a versatile motif that is equally at home in modern and traditional interiors. With its graphic pattern, stylish fringe and sof...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Ochre, 3x10'
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Snap Shot Hand Tufted Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ?Wavy Rug? is a series of rugs first exhibited in our ?Pieces Homes ?Project in Kennebunk, Maine. The Wavy Rug design concept started as a single rug comp...
Category

2010s Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern north and south american rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern north and south american 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 north and south american 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 north and south american rugs made in a specific country, there are North America, South America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original north and south american rugs, popular names associated with this style include Luft Tanaka, Schumacher, Souda, and Paulo Kobylka. 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 north and south american rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $260 and tops out at $48,000 while the average work can sell for $4,024.

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