Fabric Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Up for sale is a 1900s Antique Decorative Khotan Samarkand Rug. This rug is made of wool on a cotton foundation. It is tribal and traditional

Swedish textile designer. Handmade rya carpet of pure cotton. Red, orange, and pink colors. Retro style. 1960s/70s. In excellent condition. Dimensions: 193 cm x 135 cm.

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 ...

Hand-knotted in wool, a 6x9 rug from Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian collection. On the Design: The Swedish style rug enjoys patterns in blue & beige. The texture has a subtle high-and-...

Gallery size Turkish Rug with an abrashed an field with 3 large medallions with predominant accents in neon green, coral, orange and blue. A few small humans are lurking around as we...

A fine quality Early 20th-century wide Turkish runner with a floral motif in warm colors Measures: 4'5” x 10'10”.

A geometric tribal-looking Armenian Kazak rug dated 1940. Some Armenian writing can be seen in the detailed shots as well. Some olive green, navy soft b...

Up for sale is an antique Samakhand Uzbek rug, circa the 1900s.

The historical region of Bessarabia in Eastern Europe, in present day Moldova and Ukraine, is famous with its kilims adorned with realistically drawn floral designs. This Kilim is a ...

One of a kind Persian Deco rug in various shades in brown Measures: 4'1” x 6'3”.    

Antique Bessarabian Rugs / Kilims in both pile and tapestry weaving technique are some of the more beautiful carpets to have been produced in Europe. Many of the Bessarabian Kilims were woven around the mid to late 19th century, though some do date back to the 18th century as well. This production that carried into the early twentieth century under late Ottoman Turkish rule in an area corresponding to modern Bulgaria and Romania, they stand right on the cusp of European and Oriental carpet weaving. Many of the designs are floral patterns made in a naturalistic western style utilizing brown or black ground, not unlike certain Karabaghs from the Caucauses. But others, particularly flat weaves, reflect the tradition of Turkish kilims from nearby Anatolia, although in a distinctive Bessarbian palette. In either case they are supremely decorative rugs. History Of Antique Flat Woven Bessarabian Kilim Rugs from Romania Bessarabian Kilims and carpets are flat woven rugs that originate in the Russian provinces of the Ukraine and Moldova in the late 1800’s to the early 1900’s. While most carpet experts will classify the flat woven rugs as Bessarabian they will often refer to the knotted pile carpets as Ukrainian. The Bessarabian carpets differ from antique Persian carpets in many ways. For example, unlike Persian carpets, Bessarabian rugs cannot be classified to a region according to the way the rugs were woven. Their weaves provide indications regarding the area for which they were created rather than for their classification. The markets these antique rugs were designed for could have fallen into different categories such as a rural market or an urban one. But all other attributes were dismissed and all the Romani made area rugs and carpets are referred to as Bessarabian instead. Antique Romanian Bessarabian kilims are ornate and they come in a variety of designs as well color combinations. It’s not uncommon for some Bessarabian kilims to be more floral while others may feature more geometric patterns. Bessarabian carpets are made on carpet weaving looms similar to the ones used to make the French Aubusson rugs. These looms are wooden, and the rugs are flat woven / kilims. The best of these rug types were created in the 1700’s. The Russian Imperial Tapestry Factory was where these Romanian rugs were made, and the factory was created by none other than Peter the Great. He established the Russian Imperial Tapestry Factory following his return from England and France. He was inspired to create the factory after being in awe of the splendid Aubusson carpets, Savonnerie rugs, and Axminster carpets he saw while abroad. The beautiful carpets he admired while in Europe had already caught the eyes of his Russian contemporaries, and importing them was triggering a financial drain for the Russian treasury. For this reason, the Russian Imperial Tapestry Factory was used as a location for copying the French and English carpets Peter the Great and the Russian nobility desired. Demand for these lavishly luxurious rugs grew, and additional factories were created in villages. This region is from where these rugs got the name Bessarabian. The region is divided between two territories: the Republic of Moldova and Romania. Bessarabian rug weavers were country people who had a country taste. Though they were tasked with replicating the elaborate motifs of the European rugs, they added their own unique country’s flair to their borrowed rug patterns and designs. This more folksy or traditional approach to the European patterns...

One of a kind Vintage Bessarabian Kilim. 7x11.6 Ft A hand-woven Eastern European Rug from Moldova. These traditional Moldovan flat-weaves are inspired from vintage Aubusson carpets ...

Handwoven in wool circa 1920-1930, this 3x5 Kilim is an antique Russian bag—a collectible textile once used by nomadic tribes in their daily life. On the Design: This archaic piece...

78466 Laila Karttunen Finnish Flatweave Rug, 06'06 x 09'08. Woven with the quiet rhythm of Finnish earth and sky, this antique flatweave rug by Laila...

Soumak rugs (also spelled Sumak) – This construction technique produces a flat-weave rug that is thick, strong and exceptionally durable. Unlike kilims, Soumak rugs are not reversible because non-clipped yarns are left on the back. However, they are also stronger than kilims. Antique Soumak carpets are unique because the wefts are used to produce decorative patterns rather than as a structural element. Antique Soumak rugs are generally very finely woven and feature richly detailed motifs. Traditionally, these spectacular flat-weave carpets are decorated with ancient symbols, tiny birds and geometric animals. Many of these geometric patterns and tribal symbols are associated with the Shahsavan tribe. In the 17th century, these influential warriors served as the personal bodyguards to Shah Abbas according to historic legends. The Shahsavan, who used Soumak weaving techniques widely, inhabited modern-day Azerbaijan and parts of Northwest Persia near Ardabil. Because Soumak rugs were woven in various carpet producing regions, the designs they feature are exceptionally diverse. Although they are fairly rare compared to pile carpets and traditional kilims, antique Soumak rugs feature grand medallions, finely executed repeating patterns, Persian garden designs and tribal motifs that are surrounded by multiple sets of richly detailed borders. Antique Soumak rugs make outstanding floor coverings, but the technique was also used to construct bags, trappings, saddle covers, decorative bed spreads and functional household items. Like other regional handicrafts, antique Soumak rugs are highly decorative and diverse textile pieces that flatter modern furnishings and soften minimalist interiors very well. Soumak or Sumak is a type of brocading or flat-woven pile. Thicker than a kilim carpet, it is accomplished by looping the yarn horizontally around successive pairs of warps in between passes of over-under wefting. When compressed vertically with a weaver’s comb, the resultant texture looks like cabling rising slightly from the surface of the rug. Soumak is named for the village of Shemaka in the Caucasus where this technique was widely practiced, but it certainly was not invented there. Soumak has been practiced extensively across the antique rug producing world, from Central Asia to Iran, the Caucasus, and Turkey. Antique Soumak Weave Techniques: Soumak Weave – The art of fine rug weaving and making is ancient and complex. Over the centuries, a myriad of disparate cultures, from every corner of the globe, have developed methods of creating tight, long-lasting weaves, such as rugs, carpets, and kilims. As such, there is no singular, universal method for creating a fine weave; rather, there are several different, totally distinctive weaving techniques. These techniques and approaches have been developed over time and that are unique to the area, tribe and or people. One specific example of a type of weave that was developed and is still used to this day is the Soumak weave. The widespread adaptation of the Soumak weave by such a wide range of different rug-producing cultures is certainly a rather strong testament to the quality and “reproducibility” of the process — cornerstones of any long-lasted artistic technique. One of the most familiar types of antique weaving from the Caucasus region is the Soumak. These were produced in a wide array of designs, but generally they are typified by a crisp, precise drawing applied to highly abstract or stylized geometric patterns, using a rich and varied palette. In technical terms, Soumaks are flatwoven rugs. Their technique is related to that of kilims, but it is somewhat more complex, thicker in handle, and more durable as floor covering. As opposed to Kilim technique which consists of compacted weft facing simply running over and under the vertical wraps, Soumak weave runs the yarns around the warps in a serpentine pattern, over two, back one, over two back one, and so forth. The rows of this yarn facing or brocading are then separated by wefts like the rows of knots in pile carpets. The origin of this technique is hard to pinpoint, but it is attested literally from one end of the rug-producing world to the other. The term Soumak is apparently a corruption of the name Shemaka, a town in the Shirvan region of the Caucasus, where such rugs, it is often claimed, were made. However Soumaks were made in various areas of the Caucasus and the region north of Kuba seems to have been a major center of their production. Caucasian Soumaks have a very interesting design repertory, with a number of distinct types or groups. From the perspective of carpet history, the most interesting group is the one that utilizes field designs of large polygonal medallions, often in the shape of diamonds or stars. These tend to be modeled on early Turkish pile carpets, especially those of the so-called “small pattern Holbein” and “large pattern Holbein” types produced in Western Turkey during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. A key feature of the Holbein rugs is the use of small squares with horn-like hooked pairs as fillers in the indentations along the edge of the main medallions. Caucasian Soumaks of this type reproduce even these details with remarkable consistency and fidelity. The various smaller motifs used as space fillers seem to come from the common tribal repertory behind most Caucasian and Turkish rugs. The borders of Caucasian Soumaks tend to be made up of small geometric medallions or stylized rosettes, although they can be surprising, as on the example shown here which is adapted from kilim designs. A second major group of Caucasian Soumaks have allover field designs made up of smaller medallions arranged closely in staggered repetition. Some of these which have multi-pointed star-like configuration (the so-called Crivelli-Star) also come from the repertory of early Turkish rugs. But the oval medallions with undulating edges are floral palmettes of classical Persian derivation. Despite the varied origins of the design elements, the Soumaks of this group still convey considerable stylistic homogeneity or integrity. The borders of this second group are much the same as those of the first, although the example shown here has a highly unusual border that derives once again from early Turkish rugs. A third group of Caucasian Soumaks stems from more local traditions. Known as “Dragon Soumaks...

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 ...

Persian Gabbeh Rugs – Persian rugs made with extra high pile and very simple, graphic designs focused on the use of color, which can be vibrant or soft and earthy. As pieces made for...

Beautiful new Kilim with geometrical Scandinavian design and light colors, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation.

The technique for creating needlepoint rugs and other objects made from needlepoint has remained unchanged since its beginnings in the 17th century. It all begins with a canvas with ...

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 ...

Ancient Roots Of Needlepoint Rugs 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. Historical Needlepoint Carpets and Rugs 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...

From a crazy collection that was kept in storage for decades! All new UNUSED vintage 60's/70's Rugs! DANIA TAEPPER Waves Mustard Yellow Brown Beige Rya Rug Creator: Dania Taepper ...

Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Rug circa 20th century. Measures: 4'2" x 6'11".  

Mid-20th century Caucasian rug with a Shirwan design, and light colors, wool velvet on cotton foundations. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship with our exquisite...

Handwoven in wool, this 4x6 rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection—a contemporary reimagining of Swedish minimalism and vintage rugs and textile...

Märta Måås-Fjetterström (1873-1941), Sweden. Hand-woven wall rug of wool in Rölakan technique. 1930/40's. Measures: 25.5 x 25 cm. In excellent condition. Signed in monogram MMF.

Antique Bessarabian Rugs / Kilims in both pile and tapestry weaving technique are some of the more beautiful carpets to have been produced in Europe. Many of the Bessarabian Kilims w...

"Katiska" Ryijy rug or wall tapestry by Terttu Tomero. Finland circa 1960. Bright color Polychrome wool in shades of red, pink and orange. Very good condition. Ryijy weaving is a tra...

Danish modern hand-knotted tan wool rug by Rya.

Beautiful late 20th century handcrafted rug with a Savonnerie or Aubusson design and nice colors with blue, pink, purple, yellow and green, entirely handmade with tufted method with ...

Beautiful modern oversize Swedish style wool rug with a blue field. This Swedish rug has accents of ivory in a gorgeous all-over geometric square pattern design. This rug measure...

30501, new contemporary Moroccan area rug with organic modern and Hygge style. This hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan area rug showcases an all-over diamond pattern on a sultry...

Antique Amritsar Rugs – The spectacular rugs of Amritsar capture the exotic style of India while incorporating a subtle colonial influence. This convergence of eastern and western st...

Inspired by Swedish design, this modern woolen rug features a subtle light gray backdrop. This exquisite flatweave rug is beautifully embellished with a striking geometric pattern in...

Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Rug circa 20th century. Measures: 4'6" x 5'10".  

Discover the timeless elegance of a charming early 20th-century Karabagh rug. Immerse yourself in its exquisite decorative design and vibrant colors – from the rich dark brown backdr...

Made with handwoven wool, this 2x8 runner rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection—a contemporary reimagining of Swedish minimalism and vintage ru...

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 fascinat...

This traditional handwoven Swedish deco rug has a flat-weave polychrome checkered field interrupted by delicate geometric stripes, in a similar whimsical geometric lateral border. Th...

Antique Central Asian Khotan Samarkand Rug 7'3'' x 4'1''

Antique Bidjar Rugs Bidjar is a town in Persian Kurdistan located in north-west Persia. The Bidjar name is also used to describe the antique rugs that were produced in the many villa...

Exemplifying a modern take on Swedish styles, a 9x12 flat weave from Rug & Kilim’s award-winning Scandinavian Kilim collection. The handwoven rug enjoys a smart application of geomet...

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 ...

Nice modern rug probably Scandinavian rug, with a beautiful decorative design and nice colors, mechanical fabric with wool and acrylic velvet. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury ...

The durability of needlepoint makes it suitable for the creation of carpets and floor coverings. The tradition of creating needlepoint rugs in Portugal has a fascinating story that b...

31147 Scandinavian Modern Swedish Inspired Kilim Rug, 10'02 x 11'10. Scandinavian Modern Swedish-Inspired kilim rugs made in India are a unique fusion of Scandinavian design aesthetics and traditional Indian craftsmanship, inspired by the renowned Swedish textile artist Barbro Nilsson. These rugs feature clean lines, geometric patterns, and minimalist motifs, embodying the essence of Scandinavian modernism. Made from high-quality wool and handwoven by skilled Indian artisans, these rugs emphasize durability, sustainability, and exceptional craftsmanship. Combining aesthetic appeal with practicality, these flatweave Swedish-style kilim rugs honor Barbro Nilsson's legacy and bring a touch of global craftsmanship and design into contemporary homes. Emanating Scandinavian Modern style with exceptional detail and texture, this handwoven Swedish-inspired kilim rug is a captivating example of woven artistry. The rug features an eye-catching checkered grid pattern and tonal blue hues, working harmoniously to create a timeless and classic look. The abrashed field showcases an allover checkerboard design made up of squares and cubes, adding depth and visual interest. Thin vertical bands run the length of the composition, creating a striking juxtaposition that enhances the overall design. This flatweave rollakan-style kilim draws inspiration from Barbro Nilsson's renowned Falurutan, Duhs II design, reflecting her mastery in blending traditional weaving techniques with modern aesthetics. The careful craftsmanship and sophisticated pattern make this woven masterpiece a standout piece in nearly any interior setting. This Swedish-style flatweave rug offers a sense of cozy contentment without the clutter, embodying the essence of Scandinavian Modern design. Its meticulous handwoven construction and elegant geometric motifs evoke the legacy of Barbro Nilsson while providing a versatile and functional addition to any home. Perfect for adding texture and warmth, this Scandi kilim...

This 9x12 Kilim rug is from the flatweave line in the Scandinavian rug collection by Rug & Kilim. Handwoven in wool, cotton and natural yarns, its design is a modern take on Rollakan...

Rug & Kilim presents this fabulous pile addition to the team’s acclaimed Scandinavian rug collection. This 5x10 piece is an example of fine Swedish sensibilities entwined in contempo...

A blue grey carpet or rug rag produced by Norrbottens Hemslöjdsförening, Sweden, c. 1950s.

an early 20th century finely woven large room Size Indian Dhurrie Carpet Measures: 10'5" x 14'7".

The antique Caucasian rugs get their name from the area in which they were made – the Caucasus. The Caucasus is a region that produces distinctive rugs since the end of the 18th cent...

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 ...

Made with handwoven wool, this 5x7 rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection—a contemporary reimagining of Swedish minimalism and vintage rugs and ...

Up for sale is a 1900s Antique Decorative Khotan Samarkand Rug

Contemporary seafoam high-low silk and wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 12'2" × 18'0" (370 × 548 cm). This contemporary rug is a fruit of our passion for carpets. Its design refl...

Pillow made from a Russian Karabagh rug. Measures: 16" x 20".

Modern Swedish Half Pile Rug with Geometric Grid Design by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'10" × 15'8" (391 × 477 cm) With a distinct nod to vintage Swedish textile design, this modern ha...

Vintage Swedish flat-weave carpet “Korall” by Erik Lundberg for Vävaregården i Eringsboda, Sweden. Fields in beige, white, black, yellow and orange. Hand...

Antique Russian area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets...

78997 Distressed Antique Caucasian Shirvan Kilim Rug, 02'11 x 03'06. Embark on a compelling journey with this handwoven wool distressed antique Caucasian Shirvan kilim rug from the l...