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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Linea 2 Medium Subas Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Linea 2 medium subas rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Naturally dyed fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm
Availa...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa B Beige Linen
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa Oval Rug Gray Denim
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa Rectangular Rug Beige Linen
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa A Rug Red Coral
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa A Rug White Ivory
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Handmade Leather Area Rug 8' x 11'
Located in MADRID, ES
Certainly, let's delve into the description of "Key West" while highlighting the convenience of choosing a leather rug due to the durability of the material.
"Key West" is not just ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Leather
Contemporary Pattern Area Rug, Tufted New Zealand Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"DALL·E 2023-04-23 11.28.12 24x24", is a piece currently in production as part of Tuft the World's debut TTW Editions collection. This piece is tufted and crafted in the Tuft the Wor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa A Peach Pink
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa Oval Rug White Ivory
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Square Niwa Gray Denim
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Half Moon Niwa + Niwa A Rug Biege Linen
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Uilas rug by Mae Engelgeer
Materials: 100% fique fibers from Furcraea leaves.
Technique: Natural fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 260 x L 330 cm
Available in...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Natural Fiber
Tronador Tapestry / Rug by Vera Somlo
Located in Geneve, CH
Tronador tapestry / rug by Vera Somlo
Unique piece
Dimensions: 160 x 85 cm
Materials: Organic wool, llama fiber
Handspun and embroidered with pure organic wool and llama fiber....
Category
2010s Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber
Contemporary Half Moon Niwa + Niwa A Rug Gray Denim
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Delta Tapestry / Rug by Vera Somlo
Located in Geneve, CH
Delta Tapestry / Rug by Vera Somlo
Unique piece
Dimensions: 180 x 220 cm
Materials: Organic Wool, Ilama Fiber
Handspun and embroidered with pure organic wool and llama fiber.
Vera was born in Bariloche Argentina in 1979. In 1997 Vera relocated to Spain...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber
Contemporary Square Niwa + Niwa B White Ivory
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Muyska Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Large muyska rug by Mae Engelgeer
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 190 x L 365 cm
Available in colors: Grey / beige / black, ...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Natural Fiber
Contemporary Niwa Oval Rug Peach Pink
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Square Niwa + Niwa B Peach Pink
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Square Niwa Peach Pink
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Crest I Track by Moniomi, Hand-Tufted Wool Neutrals 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. Nude 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Contemporary Half Moon Niwa Gray Denim
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa A Green Sage
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Half Moon Niwa Red Coral
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa B Steel Blue
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Square Niwa + Niwa B Beige Linen
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Square Niwa + Niwa B Gray Denim
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Serpentine Niwa Steel Blue
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Square Niwa Beige Linen
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Niwa B Peach Pink
Located in Mexico City, MX
Niwa is a collection of minimal and organic modular rugs. Each module can be combined with others in endless ways to create customizable configurations.
This collection is a repres...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Medium Oruga Subas Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Oruga Subas rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Naturally dyed fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm
Availabl...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Karo Large Subas Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Karo large Subas rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Naturally dyed fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 310 x L 420 cm
Available ...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Medium Uilas Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Uilas rug by Mae Engelgeer
Materials: 100% fique fibers from Furcraea leaves.
Technique: Natural fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 180 x L 280 cm
Available i...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Natural Fiber
Small Cabuya Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Cabuya rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% Fique fibres from Furcraea leaves.
Technique: Naturally dyed fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 160 x L 224 cm
...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Natural Fiber
Tuna Rug by Lilia Cruz Corona Garduño
Located in Geneve, CH
Tuna rug by Lilia Cruz Corona Garduño
Series: White
Dimensions: 7.6'' x 5.6"
Materials: 100% New Zealand, Cotton Mesh
Other sizes available.
Platal...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Zenues Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Zenues rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100 % natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm
Available in size small.
The striking Zenues rug, a design by Sebastian Herkner, is inspired by old Colombian civilizations. When visiting the jewelry museum in Bogota, the designer discovered the gold works by the Zenu culture, which are decorated with so-called Narigeura symbols. These peoples lived in the Caribbean plains, through which the three large rivers Magdalena, Cauca, and San Jorge flow. Routinely they’d flood the fields so the Zenúes built a vast system of channels covering more than 500,000 hectares, controlling the flow of the water so that people and harvest would be protected. These landscapes inspired first the goldsmiths of the Zenúes – and now Sebastian Herkner. “These graphic objects have intrigued me for quite a while. Their symbolism is so narrative and expressive”, says the designer. The result: a subtle, yet striking, wool rug with various pile depths in a gentle crème white.
Each rug is woven with natural virgin wool on traditional looms in ateliers in the Colombian Andes. The ‘channels’ of the monochrome rugs...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Cordillera Tapestry / Rug by Vera Somlo
Located in Geneve, CH
Cordillera Tapestry / rug by Vera Somlo
Unique piece
Dimensions: 90 x 160 cm
Materials: Organic wool, llama fiber
Handspun and embroidered with pure organic wool and llama fiber.
Vera was born in Bariloche Argentina in 1979. In 1997 Vera relocated to Spain...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber
Large Nobsa Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Nobsa rug by Sebastian Herkner.
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 324 x L 240 cm.
Available in...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Medium Par Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium par rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: Fibres from Jipi palm leaves fibers.
Technique: Naturally dyed fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm
Avail...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Natural Fiber
Large Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Uilas Noche rug by Mae Engelgeer
Materials: 100% Fique fibers from Furcraea leaves.
Technique: Natural fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 260 x L 330 cm
Availa...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Natural Fiber
Medium Uilas Noche Rug by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Uilas Noche rug by Mae Engelgeer
Materials: 100% Fique fibers from Furcraea leaves.
Technique: Natural fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 180 x L 280 cm
Avail...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Natural Fiber
Medium Moton Subas Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium moton subas rug by Sebastian Herkner.
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Naturally dyed fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm.
Availab...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Small Nobsa Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Nobsa rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 214 x L 130 cm
Available in ...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Flat Weave Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Flat Weave Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 6'1" × 28'7" (185 × 871 cm)
Construction: Flat Weave, High-Low
Material: Nettle mix, Yak wool
A modern fl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Other
Large Nudo Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Nudo rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 180 x L 220 cm
Available in co...
Category
2010s German Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Oruga Subas Rug by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Oruga Subas rug by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Naturally dyed fibers. Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 310 x L 420 cm
Available...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Red Fruti Rug, Small by Chuch Estudio
Located in Geneve, CH
Red Fruti rug, small by Chuch Estudio
Handmade on a pedal loom and natural dye by Zapotec weavers from Oaxaca.
Every piece is unique and different.
Materials: 100 % wool Locally ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Brushstrokes Motif Rug, Colorful Abstract Tufted Rug (small)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Brushstrokes Rug", is a collaborative piece as part of Jason Andrew Turner's "Welcome Home" collection. This listing is for the smaller 47” in length ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Homage to the square after Josef Albers rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 10'0" × 15'0" (304 × 457 cm).
This stunning contemporary rug is more than just...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Silk
Caravanne Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Navy, 8x10'
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
A striking combination of geometric patterns gives our Caravanne Indoor/Outdoor rug its unique character and stylish look. Durable and carefree, this two-tone flatweave is made of 10...
Category
2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Polyester
Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Yellow & Red, 5x7'
By Schumacher
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
Abstract Ikat Rug in Ivory, 6x9'
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous design that combines flatweave construction with hand tufting, Abstract Ikat is a rhythmic broken stripe with pronounced texture and extra dimension. Inspired by our popul...
Category
2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Yellow & Red, 4x6'
By Schumacher
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
Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Blues, 4x6'
By Schumacher
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
Malta French Knot Rug in Sand, 8x10'
By Schumacher
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...
Category
2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Rust, 3x10'
By Schumacher
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
Venetian Flamestitch Rug in Blue, 9x12'
By Schumacher
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
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.