1850s Rugs and Carpets

Ningxia North Central China 17'10" x 17'10" Circa 1850 Warp: cotton, off white, handspun, Z-4-S Weft: cotton, off white, handspun, 2 shoots alternating Pile: wool, 3 strand, handspun Knot: asymmetric, open left, 48 knots per square inch Sides: one cord, offwhite cotton wrapped End: no original finish This is a particularly large example of a Mandarin official’s carpet with a central medallion displaying nine lion dogs collectively symbolic of success on the national Chin Shih examination which provided guaranteed entry into the national administrative bureaucracy and the wealth devolving therefrom. The nine lion dogs are a rebus for success in the national bureaucracy. The apricot ground features 11 full or partial rows of tree paeonies, flower and stem. This carpet is particularly large and clearly was made for a highly placed official or the wealthy family of a recent graduate of whom great things were expected. The principal was probably Buddhist as indicated by the embroidered ball and precious objects in the medallion. The clouds surrounding the lion dogs form a broken, polychrome circle rather than the usual continuous cloud wreath. This is one of the several features indicating a bespoke order rather than a piece made for the market. Another indicator is the exceptional size, as the standard square Ningxia Mandarin carpet is about 12 to 14 feet square. The main border continues the colour combination, with a now apricot ground and paeonies among floral arabesques. The blue inner stripe is unusual with butterflies alternating with paired peaches...

Mid 19th Century Chinese Silk Kesi Textile ( 3'3" x 7'6" - 99 x 229 ) Antique Chinese – Textile Medallion Flat Weave Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1850s. This extraordi...

This antique rug is a majestic Aubusson from circa 1850, originating from Europe. Unlike the Chinese rugs you’ve explored, this piece represents the pinnacle of 19th-century European...

Antique Chinese Ningxia Rug, size: 4' 4'' x5' 8''.

Antique Chinese - Ningxia Chinese Yellow 1850s Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional square piece originates from the renowned weaving centers of Ningxia, presenting a stunning ex...

Antique Caucasian Kazak rug. Red, blue, green, yellow colors, circa 1850 100% wool. Natural dyes. Good condition.

Mid-19th Century Beige, Black, & Red Geometric Indian Agra Rug Made in India, circa 1850 A richly ornamented ivory field with a repeating lattice of stylized palmettes, scrolling vi...

This rare mid 19th century fahrola rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic composition featuring a magnificent central stepped medallion anchoring an incredibly striking, tribal field...

This vintage runner rug is a 3x9 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa mid-20th century. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkish ...

Handmade in wool circa 1850-1860, this 5x9 antique French needlepoint rug is a particularly rare addition to our European rug collection. Its design features intricate medallions and...

Aubusson rug with petit point 19th century - N°902 Close to the Eiffel Tower, We are a family business specialized in the purchase, sale and expertise of tapestries, carpets, kilims...

Mid 19th Century Besserabian Flat-Weave Carpet ( 7'6" x 10'6"- 228 x 320 ) Antique Floral Medallion Flat Weave Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional mid-19th century flat weave e...

This vintage runner rug is a 3x9 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa mid-20th century. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkish ...

Mid 19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Carpet ( 3' x 9' - 91 x 274 ) This mid-nineteenth-century tribal geometric antique Caucasian Shirvan hallway runner rug is an exceptional rarity,...

Hand-knotted in wool, this 12x18 oversized antique Ghiordes rug is a remarkable example of Anatolian craftsmanship from the mid-19th century. Originating from Turkey, this oversized ...

This striking mid 19th century Akstafa rug was woven in the Caucasus and reflects the bold geometric vocabulary characteristic of traditional Caucasian weaving. The composition is or...

This vintage runner rug is a 3x9 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa mid-20th century. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkish ...

Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of Burgundy Beige backgrounds through the centre. A highly detailed layered border then encloses the handmade carpet. This...

Mid 19th Century Chinese Ningxia Carpet with Foo Dogs ( 12' 6" x 18' 2" - 380 x 555) Antique Large Chinese - Ningxia Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This magnificent example of 19th...

Hand-knotted in wool, originating from England circa 1850-1860, this oversized 18x22 special Antique Axminster rug features a play of classic geometric patterns across the rich red f...

Mid 19th Century W. Chinese Kansu Carpet ( 11'6" x 12' - 350 x 365 ) Mid-19th Century Western Chinese Kansu Carpet, Circa 1850 This exceptional Chinese Kansu carpet from the mid-19t...

Hand Knotted in wool, this 16x25 Spanish European rug hails from a factory that still exists today called “fabrica de Tapices” in Spain, circa 19th century. The regal design features...

Handwoven in a wool flatweave, this 12x20 antique Aubusson rug is a rare masterpiece unveiling from our European rug collection—believed to originate from France. On the design: ...

Mid-19th Turkish Anatolian Runner Carpet 4' 3" x 14' 6"

Carpet From The Aubusson Manufactory - 620x600 Cm – Late 19th Century, 18th-century Empire Style - No. 1692 Artist: Manufacture D'aubusson This magnificent rug, which has been thorou...

Meticulous flat weave wool and silk vintage French Needle Point rug depict a man and a woman enjoying each other's company in the middle of paradise. A ...

Mid 19th Century Chinese Ningxia Carpet, Size: 2' 8"x 12' 6" Hallway Runner Rugs (2.08ft x 12.06ft), Circa Date: 1850s. This exquisite hand-knotted wool runner, dating from the mi...

This 7x9 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French flatweave style, handwoven in wool and originating from...

Mid 19th Century Turkish Kula Rug ( 4'6" x 5' - 137 x 152 ) Antique Kula Small Scatter Size Wool Rug, Country of Origin: Turkey, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional example of early...

Chinese Silk Embroidery From Mid 19th Century ( 5" x 3' - 13 x 92 cm )    Antique Textile Chinese Allover Ivory Beige Cream White 1850s Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1...

Mid 19th Century Besserabian Carpet ( 12'10" x 14'6" - 390 x 442 )

Mid-19th Century French Aubusson Carpet Louis Philippe Period 8'10" x 10'10" - 270 x 330 A striking antique earth-toned Aubusson, hand-woven in wool in France around 1850. This one...

This is a lovely antique Suzani textile from Uzbekistan, circa 1850s, with silk embroidery on linen fabric.

This vintage runner rug is a 3x10 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa mid-20th century. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkish...

Rectangle Wool Allover Geometric Hand Knotted Pile 1920s Large Antique Blue Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece, dating from the early 20th century, presents a sophisticat...

This striking mid 19th century Karachop Kazak rug is a fine example of the bold geometric design tradition of the South Caucasus. Its composition is dominated by a large ivory octago...

This remarkable mid 19th century Karachop rug is a fine example of the bold geometric language of South Caucasian tribal weaving. Its elongated composition is organized along a stron...

1071 - Very beautiful French Aubusson carpet from the middle of the 19th century with a beautiful floral design in Empire style, and a beautiful background color green, characteristi...

Antique Chinese - Ningxia rug, size: 2'9" x 2'11".

This vintage runner rug and floor covering is a 3x15 Tuareg mat from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds and camel leather in Mauritania circa 1950-1960, its natural materials enjoy beige-brown, black and cream tones in its geometric striped patterns. On the Design: Admirers of the craft will especially appreciate Tuareg runner...

This vintage runner rug is a 3x10 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa mid-20th century. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkis...

Antique Chinese - Textile Small Scatter Size Silk Coral Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1850s. This exquisite piece is not a traditional knotted carpet but a fine silk tex...

Kilim in Turkey, representing tribal style geometric shapes. High quality, beautiful graphics and remarkable finesse. Perfect state of preservation. Measures: 62.99 in. x 37.40 in. kilim en Turquie, représentant des formes géométriques du style tribal. De grande...

This 10x13 antique French Savonnerie rug is a rare masterpiece from our European rug collection. Hand knotted in wool circa 1850-1860, its design enjoys floral patterns of an elegant...

A fine pair of mid 19th century Aubusson Tapestry Wall panels created for hanging between windows or doors and were known as Entre Fenetre panels. Hand w...

An antique Turkish Kilim (flat-woven rug). Original condition. It is finely handwoven and made of wool. Dimensions: 5'3'' x 12'6'' (160 x 380 cm)

Mid 19th Century Tekke Turkmen Chuval with Silk & Cotton Highlights ( 2'4" x 3'8'' - 72 x 112 )

Step back into the elegance of the 19th century with this rare Antique European Aubusson Cushion Cover, a rare and beautifully preserved floral tapestry pillow dating from the 1850s. Handwoven in wool flat weave, it showcases exquisite Aubusson needlepoint craftsmanship, featuring a delicate floral pattern in soft tones of beige, green, turquoise, and dark blue, framed by a sumptuous tasselled border in cream. This rectangular tapestry cushion embodies the grace and refinement of European heritage textiles, offering an authentic vintage touch for collectors and interior enthusiasts alike. The piece’s flat-woven texture and ornate fringe edging highlight the artistry and attention to detail typical of classic Aubusson design. Its compact 50 x 25 cm (1.64 x 0.82 ft) size makes it perfect as a decorative accent pillow for sofas, chairs, or beds — ideal for layering with other cushions to create a rich, timeless aesthetic. antique Aubusson cushion, vintage needlepoint pillow...

Handmade antique NW carpet. Woven circa 1800 (early 19th century). informal rug, gallery size 6'0" x 14'4". Antique N.W. Blue 1850s Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional piece ...

This rare mid 19th century Konya yastik highlights a powerful and rhythmic composition featuring a magnificent central stepped medallion anchoring an incredibly striking, tribal fiel...

Hand-knotted in wool and originating in France circa 1850-1900, this 10x15 Antique French Savonnerie rug in the Neoclassical style is a rare masterpiece from Rug & Kilim’s Europe...

This 5x5 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to our European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to o...

An antique 19th Century Flemish Religious New Testament Tapestry, size 3'6"H x 2'11"W, depicting a religious female figure holding an object, which a...

This magnificent Antique Aubusson rug, dating back to approximately 1850, is a quintessential example of mid-19th-century European elegance. Its grand scale—measuring over 12 by 13 f...

The zoomorphic origin of this particular design can be seen in the pair of stylised dragons that flank the corners of the inner star octagon, as well as in the animal pelt motif cont...

This rare mid 19th century fahrola prayer rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic composition featuring a magnificent mihrab design anchoring an incredibly striking, tribal field layo...

19th century Aubusson carpet (napoleon 3) - N 910 Close to the Eiffel Tower, We are a family business specialized in the purchase, sale and expertise of tapestries, carpets, kilims ...

Originating from the refined traditions of late 19th-century England, this 8x10 antique needlepoint rug is a masterpiece of precision and grace. Newly curated for our collection, it ...

Handwoven in rare metallic threads circa 1890–1900, this striking antique Aubusson flatweave runner from France is an incredibly rare find. Its design favors rich tones of burgundy r...

This 10x13 antique Agra rug is an extremely rare and exciting new addition to our collection of Indian rugs—hand-knotted in wool and believed to originate in the second half of the 1...