1940s Rugs and Carpets

Barbro Nilsson for AB Märta Måås-Fjetterström, carpet, model ‘Snäckorna’, wool on linen warp, Sweden, design 1943, production afterwards Exceptional hand-woven carpet designed by th...

Marianne Richter for Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB (MMF AB), rölakan flat weave carpet 'Fläder Röd', wool, Sweden, design 1943, made 1940s An exceptional rare piece designed by female...

Handmade vintage Afghan Baluch rug in pink and olive colors. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century, it is in original good condition. -condition: original good, -circa:...

Vintage 1945 Persian overdyed rug. This piece has a field that was dyed bright pink, and has a visible border details and a medallion in the centre. Measures 9.01 x 12.06.

A beautiful early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with a traditional large central floral medallion living amidst a field of more flowers and leaves, surrounded by a repeated leaf and...

A vintage Persian Bakhtiari carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century with a garden design.

A unique modernist rug with a geometric pattern in the Bauhaus style. The bold colors and simple pattern will give your space an original artistic touch. This 80-year-old rug looks ...

Mid 20th Century Persian Silk Souf Qum Carpet 3'6" x 5'3" - 106 x 160 cm

The woolen rug has a white background color on which are three stylized figures on each side of a center cornstalk, forming a symbolic and visually striking composition rooted in Nav...

Handmade antique Chinese Dragon designed textile in silk. This tapestry is from the end of 19th century in original condition, it has some age discolorations. -condition: original...

Ivory field with diamond lattice motif rendered in speckled taupe wool. Linear outline at left and right edge, and alternate rows of pile and flatweave at top and bottom frame the fi...

A captivating example of Mid-Century Turkish weaving, this 1940s Anatolian fragment rug offers an authentic, storied aesthetic. Born in the heart of central Turkey, this piece has tr...

Preserving one's culture transferred to a rug is a story to tell. Natural schemes in diamond patterns, zigzag, and other ambiguous Berber symbols, are made out of reed and leather to...

This breathtaking circular rug is a rare signed masterpiece hand-knotted in plush wool pile by Paule Leleu circa 1942–1946. It is an exceptional centerpiece for Rug & Kilim's Vintage Art Deco Collection, demonstrating Leleu's genius for blending classical symmetry with brilliant, celebratory color. On the Design: This rug is a magnificent, woven poem, its circular form suggesting a cosmic mandala or a captured, radiant sun. The design embodies the Art Deco movement's dedication to symmetry and geometric precision, translated here into a celebratory, lyrical form. The entire composition radiates outward from an intense central core of crimson and emerald, forming a spectacular, geometric starburst that pulses with life and energy. The visual precision of the inner ring, composed of hundreds of minute, perfectly executed stepped and pointed motifs, ensures that light is drawn directly to this radiant center. This vibrant core is softened by a broad, placid band of cream, which serves as the backdrop for a lyrical outer garland. This band features a meticulously woven scrolling ribbon and stylized floral motifs in a complementary rhythm of red and green, establishing a joyful, flowing energy around the perimeter. The final touch is the deep green edge, perfectly containing the design's exuberance. The palette—a joyous pairing of vivid red and crisp green against the light ground—is wonderfully unexpected for the 1940s, yet fully embodies the enduring optimism and structured luxury of the Art Deco aesthetic. Hand-knotted in plush wool, the surface not only delights the eye but provides a sensation of luxurious comfort underfoot, fully befitting a commissioned piece from the celebrated Maison Leleu. Authenticated as an original creation with “Leleu” signature, the rug bears the clear signature of Paule Leleu in the weave, a final affirmation of this exceptional design. Condition: This mid-century Leleu Art Deco rug...

Rare wool carpet designed by the icon of Czech textil designer Antonin Kybal. One of the largest versions of this type. Carpet has heavy traces of liquid and few damage places all vi...

Rare “Grön Äng / Green Meadow” Rölakan Carpet by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Signed AB MMF. Sweden. An important and highly collectible Swedish rölakan flatweave...

A rare and decorative green Swedish mid century woven wool pile rug by the Swedish artist Marianne Richter produced in the 1940s. Very similar to other iconic rugs by Märta Måås Fjet...

Vintage Persian Kerman oriental carpet, size 12'0" H x 8'10" W, circa 1940. This vintage hand-knotted Persian rug features a stri...

Antique Persian antique Tabriz rug. Measures: 9'3" x 12'10".

Antique Chinese Art Deco rug with multi-color and 6' 2" x 6' 2" size.

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A wonderful early 20th century German Tetex rug woven with a densely woven large-scale floral patterned field surrounded by a wide repeated floral patterned border, and all woven in ...

Vintage American hooked rug in bright orange colour. Very beautiful piece of American art in original good condition. -condition: original good, -circa: 1940s, -size: 2' x 3...

Antique Ivory Portuguese needlepoint with flowers, circa 1930-1940s. It measures: 8 x 11.8 ft.

"Marta Maas-Fjetterström is for the rugs what Picasso has been for art in the 20th century". Says Anette Granlund, Swedish Antique Expert on textiles. A vintage handwoven modern rug and a beautiful early example in muted tones on gren background with medallion pattern. Handwoven in a famous pattern called “Dukater” that was first composed in 1924 by Märta Måås-Fjetterström atelier. This is all about greens, yellow, brown and pink tones. Good condition. Cleaned and with new reconditioned ends. The working weavers in MMF atelier at Båstad also used to make rugs for themselves. Märta Måås-Fjetterström allowed and encourage the weavers to manufacture there own carpets for personal use. Therefore its not allowed to put a signature. But its still a MMF carpet...

A Midcentury gallery size Besserabian Kilim with floral elements throughout. 7'2'' x 12'

Condition: Antique Circa: 1940s Origin:  Persia Design:  Tabriz Actual size:  8.2x11.6 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors:  Ivory, Tan, Pink, Brown Content: Wool

Magnificent Vintage Geometric Navajo Blanket Rug! The rug is a Navajo Crystal area rug of Western New Mexico. The Crystal Trading Post (established 1896; now closed) was located on t...

The court workshop called 'Real Fabrica de Tapices' has been active in Madrid since the 17th century, supplying handmade carpets woven with Turkish (symmetrical) knots to both the court as well as for export. Throughout the 20th century their carpets were either woven with French Savonnerie patterns or, as in this case, with designs taken from the Spanish Renaissance weaving tradition. These carpets are known in the trade with the term of 'Cuenca,' which is the city in southern Spain where they were originally woven in the 15th-17th centuries. Here the pattern, which has a raised pile with respect to the ivory background, is distinguished by an infinite repeat of curvilinear palmettes as seen on 15th-16th century Spanish Alcaraz carpets.

Mid 20th Century Spanish Cuenca Carpet Antique Large Spanish Carpet Europe Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1940s. This exceptional Spanish creation embodies the elegance of early 20th-cent...

Swedish wall hanging Sweden, circa mid-1940s Attributed to Märta Måås-Fjetterström, designed by Annie Frykholm. Pair with #22221 is also available. ...

Vintage Bokhara Rug 7'8'' x 9'9''.

This rug is made from mohair blended with lofty sheep's wool. The result is a naturally silky pile, lending the rug an enveloping softness and sheen. Woven entirely by hand, it was m...

Condition: Antique Origin:  Persia Design: Distressed Flatweave Circa: 1940s Actual size:  7.6x9.9 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors:  Brown, Tan, Beige, Ivory Content: Wool

Djoharian Collection Antique Caucasian Kazak Cherlabend Design Rug from Karaja Beautiful rug with traditional Caucasian design. THIS BEAUTIFUL MEDIUM SIZE RUG WAS KNOTTED USING FINE...

A beautiful antique Jajim Kilim. Handwoven by women of the Shahsavan tribe. Very good condition. Jajim are very thin - more like a blanket than a rug. Th...

A finely handwoven Navajo wool rug from the mid-20th century, most likely woven in the Crystal or Ganado region. The composition features a series of stepped diamond medallions frame...

Condition: Antique  Circa: 1940s Origin: Persia Design: Tabriz Actual Size: 9'8" X 13' Color: Light Blue, Salmon, Red, Tan, Ivory, Rust  Pile Height: 1/4 in. Content...

An alluring vintage Turkish Anatolian Tulu rug that will light up your room through the captivating burst of colour. The vivacious m...

A beautify early 20th century Persian Mazlaghan rug with a tribal pattern containing stylized flowers and scrolling vines, living in a field of more flowers, and all surrounded by a ...

The carpets of the Tuareg, who are cattle herding nomads inhabiting a vast expanse of the Sahara desert, are among the most exciting group of weavings to appear on the market. These ...

The kilims known as 'Bessarabian' were woven in the Russian regions of Ukraine and Moldovia. Intended to satisfy the demands of the Russian aristocracy at a time when continental int...

Condition: Antique Circa: 1940s Origin:  Persia Design:  Tabriz Actual size:  10.1x12.11 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors:  Camel, Blue, Rust, Tan, Brown, Red,...

A beautiful vintage Hamadan runner, handwoven circa 1940 with a traditional Herati design on a terracotta field and ivory border. Lovely secondary colours of greens and golds and a g...

This is a fine example of a hand-knotted vintage Afghan Baluch rug, crafted from 100% pure wool and dating back to the 1940s. The Baluch tribes, known for their masterful weaving tra...

Antique Kilim - N.W. Persian rug. Size: 9'0" x 10'0". Antique Kilim – N.W. Persian Persian Ivory 1940s Ivory Rug, Circa Date: 1940s. This exceptional example of antique rugs origina...

Rich in culture is intricately handwoven with reed and leather. Tuareg mats are a must-have on your collections that the Berber symbols together with the zigzag and diamond patterns ...

This stunning vintage carpet by Antonin Kybal made in 1948 combines bold geometric patterns with a warm and inviting color palette of deep reds, browns, yellows, and creams. The hand...

The kilims known as 'Bessarabian' were woven in the Russian regions of Ukraine and Moldovia. Intended to satisfy the demands of the Russian aristocracy at a time when continental int...

Condition: Antique Circa: 1940s Origin:  Persia Design:  Overdye Actual size:  9.8x12.8 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors:  Teal, Green, Blue, Ivory Content: Wool

An authentic piece of textile heritage, this Vintage Caucasian Darband Rug was hand-knotted in the Caucasus region around the 1940s. Darband rugs, known for their unique tribal patte...

Vintage 1945 Persian overdyed rug. This piece has a field that was dyed dark pink/plum, and has a visible border details and a medallion in the center. Measures 9.04x12.07.

Capture the bold, enduring spirit of the Caucasus with this striking Vintage Kazak Rug, hand-knotted from luxurious wool in the 1940s. This piece embodies the classic Kazak aesthetic...

Antique Art Deco Chinese rug, measures 8'6"x 9'0". Antique Art Deco Chinese Allover Navy 1930s Rug, Circa Date: 1930s. This exceptional piece represents the height of Chinese weavin...

Handwoven in wool, this 11x13 vintage Persian kilim is the latest addition to Rug & Kilim’s coveted Kilim & Flatweave collection. On the Design: This Mazandaran kilim is...

The light brownish field of this West Anatolian town carpet shows a widely stepped and pendanted brown medallion, with similar semi-geometric corners. Doubled main border of floral s...

Ivory pile with dark brown contour delineating the field, and motifs in black and vermillion with intermittent hits of forest green, ultramarine, seafoam blue, and fluorescent pink. ...

Enrich your room with so much history and sophistication with our Tuareg mat. It highlights the diamond patterns and Berber symbols on its core which these strong details brighten up...

This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...

Handwoven in wool, this 13x15 vintage Persian kilim is the latest addition to Rug & Kilim’s coveted Kilim & Flatweave collection. On the Design: This Mazandaran kilim is a mid-c...