1920s Rugs and Carpets

Step into the world of timeless beauty with our Handmade Antique Persian Khamseh Rug from the 1920s. Measuring 4.3' x 6.6' (132cm x 203cm), this rug carries with it a rich history an...

The antique Heriz rug displays its impressive medallion design and hand-knotted wool construction. The soft rust field is a backdrop for the eye-catching geometric floral pattern, ad...

Enhance your home with the enchanting beauty of this Handmade Antique Persian Style Mahal Runner Rug. Dating back to the 1920s, this rug brings a touch of history and artistry to you...

Elevate the aesthetic of your living space with this Handmade Antique Persian Style Karajeh Rug, a captivating piece from the 1920s that exudes both history and beauty. Key Features...

A stunning Art Deco carpet, handwoven in China circa 1920s with an unusual design depicting the eight symbols of Buddhism on a raspberry red field and blue border. Size: 3.02m x 2.16...

Handwoven in wool, this 15x23 antique Persian Kerman Lavar rug originating circa 1920-1930, is a masterpiece from one of the most sought-after weaving traditions in Persian city rugs...

Hand-knotted in wool, this 10x18 antique Amritsar jail rug in soft accents of beige and pink features geometric patterns and an open field that draws inspiration from European Art De...

Bring a piece of history into your home with this Handmade Antique Persian Style Kurdish Runner Rug. Woven in the 1920s, it tells a story of time, culture, and artistry. Key Feature...

Handwoven in wool, this 15x23 antique Persian Kerman Lavar rug originating circa 1920-1930, is a masterpiece from one of the most sought-after weaving traditions in Persian city rugs...

Handwoven in wool, this 8x11 antique Persian Yazd rug originating circa 1920-1930, with intricate rosette medallion and floral patterns, is a masterpiece from one of the most sought-...

Hand-knotted in wool, this 8x12 antique Persian Doroksh rug, circa 1920-1930, has a subtle European sensibility to its floral patterns, almost like that of a Kashan and other provinc...

Early 20th Century N.E. Persian Khorassan Moud Carpet 8' 6" x 10' - 260 x 305

Room sized (96" x 117") Chinese Art Deco rug attributed to Walter Nichols in hand knotted wool with burgundy red field and navy blue border including floral...

This antique wool rug from the 1920s showcases expert hand-knotted quality and boasts a medallion floral design. The primary color scheme of this rug is composed of brown tones with ...

This antique Persian Heriz rug displays its impressive medallion design and hand-knotted wool construction. The orange-rust field is a backdrop for the eye-catching geometric floral ...

Beautiful Kurdish hand-knotted wool runner with a geometric design on a beige field. Accents of blue, orange, and brown throughout the piece. This rug measures 4' x 16'4".       

A very handsome Persian Heriz featuring a terracotta /rust field decorated with a medallion and surrounded with four corners of beautiful green and navy blue border.The background o...

Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Carpet ( 6'x 7'10" - 183 x 240 )

This is a stunning antique antique Persian Shiraz rug, handmade with wool material in the 1920s. It measures 3.8 feet by 4.9 feet (117cm x 150cm) and features a traditional Shiraz st...

Needlepoint rugs were created using the traditional needlework weaving technique that is used to make everyday items from furniture to carpets and artwork. However, it has a fascinating history both as a hobby and as an industry. When many people think of carpets, they think of pile carpets or flat weave kilims, but needlepoint has also been used to create beautiful carpets. These carpets are durable and an important part of carpet history. Archaeologists and scholars consider the roots of needlepoint to have been around 1500 BC. They consider the first needlepoint to include the fine diagonal stitches that were used to sew tents together by the ancient Egyptians. The art eventually evolved into tapestry weaving. However, a tapestry weaving differs significantly from needlepoint in that it uses a loom and vertical warp. Tapestry weaving is closer to the weaving of kilims and pile rugs than canvas work. However, some still include tapestry weaving in the category of needlepoint because of the fine work that appeared during the late Renaissance. It can have a similar appearance to the untrained eye. Technically, tapestry weaving and needlepoint are not the same, and they do not use the same technique. The first actual needlepoint rugs and needle-points began to appear in the late Renaissance. Needlepoint is worked by creating stitches on a stiff canvas. The canvas is typically made from jute or linen and is quite durable. Pieces from the Renaissance were used to cover footstools, chairs, pillows, bed headboards, and other furnishings. They were also used as table coverings and wall coverings. You could also find them on many small items such as purses, shoes, and various adornments for clothing. During the Renaissance, the craft reached a high level of skill, and the designs became incredibly detailed and realistic. They mimicked many of the subjects and styles of famous paintings of the time. They created florals, still life designs, scenes, and geometric tiled pieces. Some of them mimicked the designs found in Persian Carpets. Needlepoint reached its peak popularity in the 19th century when it was considered a proper occupation for a lady. Needlepoint and embroidery held a similar place in societal status at the time. During this time, the work became finer, with some of the canvas reaching a high level of detail. The level of detail is determined by counting the number of mesh in an inch. During this time petit point by French needlewomen could have a mesh count as high as 45 mesh. This allowed women to create highly intricate designs with incredible levels of detail. It is possible to find many antique pieces of needlepoint besides rugs. Needlepoint rugs were popular in France and Spain, where the technique was adapted to create highly intricate designs that mimicked the designs in architecture and fashion. They were popular because they were durable, and it could be fashioned into a variety of items. The canvases themselves were durable, and the wool that they used was also strong, which means that many of the pieces were able to withstand daily use. We have many artifacts that have survived from this time period. Needlepoint rugs are important collectibles because they are different from the pile rugs and kilims that are typically found on the market. Needlepoint carpets are special because they take many hours to create, especially larger works. Needlepoint pieces of any type became popular throughout Europe during the 19th century. It is still a popular hobby today, but perhaps one of the most interesting stories is that of the Portuguese needlewomen of Arraiolos. The story of these women and their beautiful carpets begins in 1492. Needlepoint was a popular occupation in Spain, which had a large population of Moors and Jews. They were an integral part of Spanish culture. However, in 1492, Queen Isabella of Spain issued a proclamation that gave these ethnic groups the order to pack their bags and board ships headed...

1920 Antique French Tapestry Wool & Silk Village Scene Framed 3x4 "A magnificent antique wool & silk French tapestry depicting a village scene amongst verdure."-ARS Size 3'4" x 4'...

Noah Old World Sensational Antique Caucasian Geometric Antique Kazak Tribal Rug About: A gorgeous antique kazak from a region where rug weaving has been so significant to the people, land, and culture. arguably the greatest rug weaving territory, the caucasus are known for weaving highly artistic and very desirable pieces with their piercing blues, rich reds, calming camel and taupes, and soft beige, amongst other colors. the strong designs are all very territorial and due to lots of turmoil in their area - some designs become hybrids with other tribal designs to evolve into new patterns and "remix" or patterns and motifs if you will. this piece is a powerful tribal antique kazak woven in the southern region or the "low-land" caucasians. organic wool foundation with wool pile speaking to it's nomadic nature, this piece lots of symbolism and alchemy at play which is one of the things we are always searching for. in this piece, you will see "running water", mountain motifs, ram horns, and more. these navy blues paired with lighter french...

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Size: 8' 9" x11' 6"

Room sized (109" x 119") Peking Chinese art deco rug from late teens early 1920's in hand knotted wool with golden beige field and navy blue border with floral motifs. Recently clean...

The pattern here is taken almost verbatim from that of the earlier Heriz Serapi rugs, with its dramatic pink medallion and pendants contrasting efficiently against the ivory backgrou...

Rug Number 57899 Size 4' 0" X 5' 4" Design Bidjar Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Iran Age Antique/Vintage

Originating from China, circa 1920-1930, this 5x8 antique Chinese Art Deco Peking rug, hand-knotted in wool, features regal floral patterns and borders on a blue field. On the Desi...

Greens, browns and blues in a 100% wool make this piece a one of a kind Moroccan rug.

An exceptional early 20th century Lilihan rug with a traditional mirrored floral pattern woven in light and dark indigo and natural wool on a...

Antique French Tapestry 1920 Handmade Fountain 6x8 Wool Foundation 1920 6'2" x 7'5" 188cm x 226cm A magnificent antique French tapestry depicting a scene of people among a founta...

Hand-knotted in wool, this 8x8 antique Amritsar square rug is a unique open field piece in the masterpieces R&K Principal Jahanshah Nazmiyal curates for their distinction and beauty....

Hand-knotted in wool, this 12x14 antique Sivas rug, originating from Turkey, circa 1920-1930, features pink and green floral patterns with a beige undertone. On the Design: With ...

Rug ‘Ståndaren’ designed by Märta Måås-Fjetterström for MMF, Sweden, 1928. Wool. Signed. This example was woven before 1942. The pattern "Ståndaren" was designed for the world-fam...

Rug Number 31399 Size 14' 9" X 22' 4" Design Oushak Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Turkey Age Antique/Vintage

Rug Number 31400 Size 9' 0" X 19' 0" Design Oushak Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Turkey Age Antique/Vintage

Hand-knotted in wool, circa 1920-1930, this 11x15 antique Oushak rug from Turkey is an exemplary piece from one of R&K Principal Jahanshah Nazmiyal’s favorite weaving traditions, kno...

Antique French Aubusson Rug Hand Woven Aubusson Rug 8x8 Round Rug 244cm x 244cm "This is a great example of a large round authentic antique French Aubusso...

Museum Quality Antique Silk Hereke Fine 100% Silk High Quality Silk Hereke 9'8" x 13'10" 295cm x 422cm "This is one of the highest quality antiq...

Hand-knotted in wool, this 11x13 antique Persian Tabriz rug features a brown field with black patterns, and gold and bronze undertones. It's a true masterpiece of fine detail for its...

:: Triple center medallion with pomegranate top view and covered minor boteh design motif with extremely vivid gem like shades. Colors and shades include: Tomato red, dark navy blue,...

One of a kind ! Art deco Chinese Peking rug with a beautiful pink beige field surrounding a gorgeous floral medallion. Made in the early 1920s from high quality Chinese wool found al...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 6' x 8'10" - 185 x 270 )

Hand knotted in wool from Turkey circa 1920-1930, an antique 9x13 Oushak rug - latest to enter our Antique and Vintage collection. On the Design: The piece carries an air of art d...

Rugs of this type were commissioned by the Armenian-British Benlian company, which had a workshop active in Tabriz during the first half of the 20th Century specialising in weaving c...

A splendid 5x6 Peking rug of sought-after Chinese antiquity in a traditional Peking style floral pattern. On the Design: Hand knotted in wool circa 1920-1930, the design displays ...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet by Nichols Workshop ( 9' x 11'4" - 275 x 345 )

Hand-knotted with wool, originating circa 1920-1930, this 12x15 antique Persian Bakhtiari rug enjoys a rich black field with brown undertones, especially present red and gold in the ...

Antique Turkish Oushak Decorative Oriental Carpet, Room size, with Red Field A gorgeous antique Turkish Oushak carpet, circa 1920, size 13'5 x 10'7. This lovely carpet features mult...

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 6 'x 8'6" - 183 x 260 )

A very unusual Heriz rug, with a medallion design that is articulated in a way which indicates that it could quite possibly have been intended as a sampler (vaghireh). By weaving rug...

Early 20th Century Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet ( 4'5" x 6'5" - 135 x 196 )

One of a kind ! Art deco Chinese Nichols rug Made in the early 1920s from high quality Chinese wool found along the ancient "Silk route"...

Glowing Antique Botanical Sarouk Gem Salmon, Coral, Pink, Blush With Deep Indigo & Peacock Blue About: This is an Incredible piece in a wonderful size Size: 10.3 x 13.4 Age: Antiqu...

Antique Samarkand Rugs: The desert oasis of Khotan was an important stop on the Silk Road. The people of Khotan were expert carpet weavers who produced high quality antique rugs and ...

Antique Hand-Knotted Persian Heriz Oriental Carpet A one-of-a-kind antique Persian Heriz oriental carpet, hand-knotted with medium thickness wool pile. Featuring a central medallion...

This beautiful Oushak carpet stands the test of time for its long-lasting beauty and quality. The colors on this pre-loved antique remain vibrant, still. This carpet is a one-of-a-ki...

Portugal is home to one of Europe’s most longstanding and prestigious weaving traditions, serving as a center for the production of high-value, intricately designed carpets since at ...

Beautifully crafted by hand using hand knotting techniques, this Turkish Oushak rug is an antique unlike any other. This piece comes with brilliant medallions down the center field ...