1950s Rugs and Carpets

Handwoven in the Caucasus, this vintage Armenian Soumak rug showcases an extraordinary level of craftsmanship and storytelling. Its field is packed with intricate repeating motifs in...

Umber Brown, Vintage Northwest Persian with Large Medallion Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Cropped Thin, Even Wear, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Good Condition, Runner, O...

Purple Dove, Overdyed Vintage Persian Lilahan with Flower Design, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Cropped Thin, Even Wear, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Good Condition, Narrow Runn...

Caramel Brown, Vintage Persian Lilahan, Worn and Distressed, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary mate...

Made with handwoven reed and camel leather in Mauritania circa 1950-1960, this 4x5 vintage Tuareg mat is an exceptional new addition to Rug & Kilim’s collection of rare works in ...

Handwoven in wool circa 1960, this 4x6 vintage modern Aubusson tapestry, titled Cybele, is a prized René Fumeron work. This signed masterpiece captures the mid-century tapisserie rev...

Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 6x11 vintage rug is a rare and among the most exciting new additions to Rug & Kilim’s mid-century curations fr...

Handwoven in cotton and wool, this 5x7 vintage Turkish patchwork rug, dating to circa 1950–1960, captures the essence of mid-century craftsmanship. A part of Rug & Kilim’s collec...

This vintage runner rug is a 3x8 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa mid-20th century. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkish ...

Made with handwoven reed and camel leather in Mauritania circa 1950-1960, this 9x17 vintage Tuarage mat is an exceptional new addition to Rug & Kilim’s collection of rare works i...

Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 7x9 vintage rug is among the most exciting new additions to Rug & Kilim’s mid-century curations from the ...

Made with handwoven reed and camel leather in Mauritania circa 1950-1960, this 8x16 vintage Tuarage runner mat is an exceptional new addition to Rug & Kilim’s collection of rare ...

Dated 1950 and Initialed SG American Hooked Rug ( 3'10" x 4'6" - 117 x 137 ) Vintage American Hooked Multicolor 1950s Rug, Circa Date: 1950s. This charming textile piece is a quint...

Cogolin Art Deco hand-knotted wool rug, made in France, size 165 cm. x 96 cm. Main Features: • Material: Highest quality wool, soft to the touch and durable, ideal for daily use wit...

Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Morocco circa 1950-1960, this 4x10 vintage Moroccan rug is an extremely rare piece like so few of its provenance. On the Design: Admirer...

Made with handwoven reed and camel leather in Mauritania circa 1950-1960, this 10x13 vintage Tuarage mat is an exceptional new addition to Rug & Kilim’s collection of rare works ...

Hand-knotted in wool, this vintage 3x7 Turkish Tulu runner showcases an exuberant shaggy geometric design woven circa 1950–1960. The striking interplay of vermilion and ivory creates...

This 9x12 vintage Aubusson tapestry is a rare and special new curation from Rug & Kilim—a signed mid-century original by French artist Rene Perrot, handwoven in wool and originating ...

Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB, carpet, model ‘Kryddnejlikan’, wool on linen warp, Sweden, design 1950 Exceptional hand-woven carpet designed by the celebrated Swedis...

Hand-knotted in wool, this 4x5 vintage Scandinavian Rya rug is a vintage piece that reflects a bold, artistic interpretation of traditional Anatolian weaving techniques. On the Desi...

This vintage wool area rug is an excellent example of rugs woven by hand in the mid 20th century. Featuring a highly-decorative central medallion design that has been woven on a rich...

Handwoven in wool circa 1950-1960, this 5x5 vintage Kilim, woven in the tradition of a Frazada textile, is a nuanced example of mid-century flatweave craftsmanship. A compelling addi...

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...

This beautifully handwoven oriental area rug is a traditional carpet woven in the mid 20th century, circa 1950. The central design has been woven on a rich red background and feature...

This 7x7 vintage French Aubusson square tapestry titled “Summer Light”, handwoven in wool and based on a cartoon by Mathieu Matégot (1910–2001), executed by the renowned Ateliers Pin...

This 10x13 vintage rug is from a new collection of Dhurrie flat weaves in rare sizes and exceptional craftsmanship—an exciting new curation in the Kilim & Flat Weave Collection b...

Brick Red, Vintage Persian Hussainabad with Flower Medallion Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Worn Down and Distressed, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Runner, Orie...

This vintage Moroccan Tuareg square 4x4 mat, dating to circa 1950-1960, reflects the distinctive weaving traditions of the nomadic Tuareg peoples of the Sahara. This piece is skillfu...

Exceptional geometric wool kilim rug produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. Featuring an eye-catching abstract composition in black, cream, yellow, and pink, this piece represe...

Vintage handmade Uzbek Bukhara praying mat in distressed condition. The rug is from the end of 20th century. -condition: distressed, -circa: 1950s, -size: 1.5' x 1.8' (46cm...

This modern style flatwoven Kilim is a handwoven piece constructed in Sweden. The design is woven with a bold solid geometric pattern with a simple mustard yellow and cream palette. ...

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This vintage 10x13 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: F...

An exceptional and large rectangular rug made in Aubusson, by Maurice André, France 1950. This Post-modern, Forme-Libre, Geometrical Abstraction, piece i...

Rust Orange, Vintage Persian Shiraz with Small Bird Figurines, Signed, Worn and Distressed, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Or...

This rug has a saturated red field and only two rows of secondary stepped and cruciform motives above and below the nested large lozenge central medallion with a connected, barbed H ...

Agra rugs are the most highly sought after of the 19th century antique Indian rugs today. Agra rugs were extremely well-made heavy durable rugs and are considered the best of Indian ...

Sand Brown, Vintage Northwest Persian with Serrated Medallions, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Worn and Distressed, Cropped Thin, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Runner, Oriental Ru...

1950s Extremely Rare Pair of French Constructivist Mechanical Futuristic Rugs/Tapestries. Crafted in France from pure wool, this exceptional pair of 1950s Constructivist, mechanical...

Peach Color, Vintage Persian Lilahan, Worn and Distressed, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materi...

Hand-knotted in wool, a 4x11 rug from Rug & Kilim’s newly unveiled curation of rare tribal pieces. Originating from Turkey circa 1950-1960, as rare in its pic...

Blush Red, Vintage Persian Hussainabad with Anchored Medallion Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Worn Down and Distressed, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Runner, Or...

Sage Green, Vintage Northwest Persian with Distinct Abrash, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Cropped Thin, Worn and Distressed, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Runner, Oriental Rug Pr...

Bole Brown, Vintage Persian Bakhtiar with Distinct Abrash, Sheared Low, Even Wear, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Runner, Oriental Rug Pri...

This vintage Moroccan mat is a primitive 5x6 Tuareg work from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds and leather, originating circa 1950-1960, its natural materials...

Originating from Turkey circa 1950-1960, a vintage kilim rug style now entering our classic flat weave selections. Characterized by fine detailing, the piece revels comfortably in warm brown, gold, green & red marking a less-common square flat weave...

This vintage Swedish flat-woven rug is a beautiful example of Scandinavian minimalism, where understated design meets exceptional craftsmanship. Handwoven in wool using traditional t...

Hand-knotted Vintage Persian rug, all over Yalameh pattern. Yalameh carpets are partr of the oldest Persian tradition. They are famous for their quality construction and use of the h...

Coral Pink, Erased and Distressed, Worn Out, Vintage Turkoman with Elephant Feet Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Cropped Thin, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Runner, Orienta...

Sunset Colors, Vintage Persian Baluch with Geometric Flower Design, Distressed and Worn Out, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, O...

Handwoven in wool circa 1950–1960, this 5x6 vintage Kilim, woven in the tradition of a Frazada textile, is a subtle yet compelling example of mid-century flatweave craftsmanship. A d...

Made with hand-knotted wool and originating from Turkey circa 1950-1960, this 8x12 vintage Kars rug is from an exceptional mid-century curation of Turkish rugs in Rug & Kilim’s colle...

1950s Constructivist Mechanical Futuristic Rug/Tapestry. Made in France in pure wool. This rug/tapestry features a one-of-a-kind design that makes it a true style statement. Its bold...

Desire Red, Vintage Northwest Persian, Geometric Design, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary material...

Salmon Pink, Vintage Northwest Persian, Worn and Distressed, Sheared Low, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Wide Runner, Oriental Rug Primary...

This vintage Swedish pile rug, circa mid-20th century, encapsulates the charming essence of Scandinavian design with its playful yet refined aesthetic. The rug features a dense, shag...

Hand-knotted in premium cashmere, this vintage 8x12 rug is a luxurious addition to Rug & Kilim’s Vintage collection. Originating circa 1950-1959, it features a masterfully understate...

A pink, brown and yellow flat-weave wool carpet designed and produced by Gitt Grännsjö-Carlsson, Sweden, c. 1950s.

This oversized vintage Moroccan floor covering is a 11x16 Tuareg mat from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds and leather circa 1950-1960, its natural materials enjoy warm brown and beige tones in its geometric patterns. On the Design: Connoisseurs will admire Tuareg mats as distinct works with their own rich history and unique, masterful craftsmanship. This design is also one of few in its kind to favor a minimalist approach to the primitivist Berber geometric patterns. The large size further connotes a particularly intricate work—likely made by two or more weavers with meticulous detail. It’s as much a collectible piece of folk art and nomadic culture as a comfortable, durable floor covering today. Condition: This oversized vintage Moroccan Tuareg mat...

This vintage Swedish flatweave rug, designed by the acclaimed textile artist Ingegerd Silow circa 1956, beautifully embodies the harmony and restraint of Scandinavian modernism. The...