Folk Art Rugs and Carpets

A mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian Rug with a caravan pictorial design Details rug no. r5749 size 2' 4" x 3' 11" (71 x 119 cm)

A fantastically Swedish Rag Rug in beautiful color & pattern. Hand woven in Boden Northern Sweden . The rug is freshly washed. Vintage & antique Swedish Rag Rugs from Sweden ...

a md 20th Century Turkish Anatolian rug with a pictorial animal floral design on a striated red field Details rug no. j5126 size 4' 11" x 8' (150 x 244 cm)

A fantastically Swedish Rag Rug in beautiful color & pattern. Handwoven in Boden Northern Sweden . Vintage & antique Swedish Rag Rugs from Sweden comes in a variety of color ...

A whimsical pair of one of a kind Turkish rugs depicting 2 lions on a rust field Measuring 25" x 38" & 23'' x 37'' respectively.   

A square-sized green ground Antique Oushak Carpet from the 1900's Details rug no. j3461 size 9' 9" x 11' (297 x 335 cm) rug type Oushak

An early 20th-century Chinese Batou Small Rug in light blue Details rug no. j4553 size 2' x 4' 2" (61 x 127 cm) rug type Chinese

A fantastically Swedish Rag Rug in beautiful color & pattern. Hand woven in Boden Northern Sweden . Vintage & antique Swedish Rag Rugs from Sweden comes in a variety of color...

Square Size Pillow made from a mid-20th-century Turkish rug Measures: 16" x 17"

a 3rd quarter of the 20th Century Turkish Anatolian rug depicting 2 slithering snakes on a striated blue ground. Measures: 3'5' 'x 5'7''.

A vintage American rag rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 6" x 5' 8" North American rugs & carpets: North American has never developed a unified handmade rug tradition, but rather it is the unassimilated confluence of several. From Mexico comes the Saltillo serape wearing blanket, and this stimulates the Navajo and Rio Grande (Colorado) weavers, first as blankets, then as rugs. The thrifty habits of rural America gave rise to the New England (and Western Canadian) hooked rug types, while the farmers of the Midwest recycled their disused garments into braided and rag rugs. The closest to a real ongoing tradition are the Southwestern (New Mexican) Navajo rugs. By the 1860s the native tribes were weaving wearing blankets with wool from the Spanish churro sheep. These were in stripe design, with combinations of undyed wool with cochineal reds and indigo blues. The multi-phase “Chief’s Blankets” from the 1870s-80s are a natural outgrowth of these. Machine spun red wool from Germantown in Pennsylvania appeared in the 1870s with a bright red hitherto unobtainable. The weavers loved it and blankets appeared with bright reds, generally aniline, in “eye dazzler” patterns. Anglo traders established posts beginning in the 1890s. Navajo weavings were perfect accompaniments not only for Western-themed decors, but for East Coast apartments, only they needed to be thicker and more rug like to be truly accepted. The traders brought Caucasian and Turkish village rugs to copy, borders were introduced and central medallions devised. The weavers continued to create on vertical looms, with a shared warp (dovetailing) weft structure to avoid slits. The warps were cotton string. Sizes were generally scatters, but occasionally a special order came in, hence antique room size Navajos are very rare and very pricey. Distinct village/pueblo styles developed. Among the best are: Two Grey Hills (considered the tightest, closest of all Navajo weaving), Crystal Springs, and Ganado. Certain new patterns such as the “Storm pattern” with jagged lightning bolts emanating from a dark cloud developed. The Yei rug with dancing Kachina doll figures became popular. The palette has been expanded beyond the classic grey, tan, dark brown, and cream natural wool combination to again include reds, blues, and greens. Navajo pictorials include American flags, trains, and automobiles, domestic and local scenes and scenery. Individual artist weavers now command gallery shows and correspondingly elevated prices. There are several levels of Navajo work, and antique and vintage scatters with simple flat designs, medium weaves, and tritonal palettes, and in good floor worthy condition are still available reasonably. The Native American weaving tradition extends into Colorado with two-piece scatters with sharp sawtooth medallions and striped end borders, with wool tapestry weave on cotton warps. These descend from the Saltillo blankets...

an early 20th Century Chinese Peking Small Rug Details rug no. j4713 size 2' 3" x 4' 1" (69 x 124 cm)

Rare room size early 20th Century Turkish Rug wool Rug made in central Turkey depicting a Large Lion on a brown field dated 1903. This rug was hanging on the wall of a lobby of a pr...

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Berber Boucherouite Rug, Hand-Knotted Geometric Tribal Carpet, Circa 1960s A striking vintage Moroccan Azilal Berber rug, hand-knotted by Berber women of the...

Antique Amercian hooked rug, size: 2'8"x4'0". Antique American Hooked Rug American Geometric, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional example of American folk art showcases the enduring...

RAG HOME’s products are hand-tufted carpets and rugs inspired by Rannisa Soraya’s, the founder and creative director of the brand, love for travels, music, ar...

Antique American Hooked rug, size: 6'0" x 8'10". Wool American Hooked 1930s Hallway Runner Antique Rug, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs, Circa Date: 1930s. This charming piece ...

A colorful one-of-a-kind Tibetan rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century with a colorful dragon motif Measures: 3'1'' x 5'1''.

Rare Pair of Dragon Tibetan Rugs from the 1st quarter of the 20th century. Details rug numbers j5022 ,j5023 sizes are 2' 8" x 4' 11" & 3'2'' x 5'

79801 Vintage Mexican Zapotec Rug, 01'00 x 03'02. The Sacred Aviary: A Vintage Mexican Zapotec Masterpiece of Celestial Folklore. This handwoven wool vintage Mexican Zapotec rug captures the spirited visual language of Oaxaca, where textile making has long served as an expression of heritage, community, and ancestral storytelling. Its striking composition is divided into two pictorial panels—one glowing in orange, the other in vivid turquoise—each presenting a solitary bird beside a flowering branch. Graphic bands of black and cream lend architectural rhythm to the elongated format, while the saturated palette gives this stunning masterwork the charismatic presence of treasured folk art. More than a distinctive acquisition, it offers the discerning collector an intimate connection to one of Mexico’s most celebrated weaving traditions. The bird carries particular resonance within Zapotec folklore and the broader imagery of the Tree of Life, where avian figures evoke freedom, vitality, and communication between earthly and spiritual realms. This iconic symbolism acquires another layer through traditions surrounding Teotitlán del Valle, whose early Zapotec identity has been associated with celestial mythology and sacred origin narratives. Here, the paired birds appear almost heraldic, each poised upon its branch as a messenger between worlds. Their mirrored placement creates a compelling sense of continuity across the rug, transforming a playful pictorial subject into an emblem of cultural memory. Beside each bird blooms a large flower rendered with charming geometric simplicity. Floral imagery in Oaxacan textile traditions celebrates growth, abundance, and the agricultural cycles that have sustained valley communities for generations. The blossoms introduce a life-giving counterpoint to the avian figures: bird and flower together suggest nature in harmony, joining movement with rootedness and sky with earth. Their jewel-like turquoise, emerald, yellow, coral, and fuchsia tones bring an exuberant energy to the otherwise disciplined geometry. Bold horizontal bands frame both scenes in alternating black and cream, establishing structure around the expressive central imagery. Such contrasts can be read through the Zapotec appreciation for duality and equilibrium—light and darkness, material existence and the unseen world, opposing forces held in balance. The open-weave transition at the center creates an unexpected pause between the two fields, enhancing the rug’s handcrafted individuality. With its rare pictorial character, folkloric symbolism, and unmistakable Oaxacan spirit, this vintage Zapotec rug...

An african Tuareg Mat depicting with a geometrice design. Tuareg mats are known for their durability because of their reed and leather materials. Ke...

American Hooked rug 9'0" x 12'0". Wool. Hand-Woven. American Hooked Rugs Contemporary American Hooked carpet utilizing strips of fabric to compose designs that express the traditio...

79805 Vintage Mexican Zapotec Rug, 01'02 x 01'06. The Sacred Mariposa: A Vintage Mexican Zapotec Masterpiece of Ancestral Legacy. This handwoven wool vintage Mexican Zapotec rug captures the powerful abstraction at the heart of Oaxaca’s indigenous textile tradition. An expansive espresso-brown field surrounds a monumental butterfly, its curvilinear silhouette punctuated by concentric dark roundels and beige accents. Reduced to an elemental geometric vocabulary, the exceptional composition possesses the commanding presence of an ancient, yet iconic emblem. Its dramatic restraint elevates this stunning masterwork beyond decoration, offering the collector a distinctive expression of Zapotec heritage shaped by symbolism, craftsmanship, and cultural memory. The central motif represents the mariposa, or butterfly, an enduring symbol associated with transformation, life, and the passage between states of existence. Butterfly imagery reaches deep into pre-Columbian Mesoamerican visual culture, where these ethereal creatures could carry spiritual associations with ancestral beings and supernatural forces. Within this rug, the four sweeping lobes form stylized wings, creating an image that feels simultaneously organic and architectural. The resulting figure becomes an evocative meditation on metamorphosis—the transition from one form of being into another. Concentric markings embedded within the wings and body lend the mariposa an almost talismanic character. Their repeated ivory centers animate the earthen silhouette, suggesting points of energy within the larger figure while emphasizing the symmetry essential to its design. The butterfly’s transformation from grounded caterpillar to airborne creature makes it an especially resonant emblem of change, transcendence, and the continuity of life. Presented alone against an uninterrupted ground, the symbol assumes the gravity of an ancestral insignia, inviting contemplation of the spiritual narratives preserved through generations of Oaxacan makers. Hand-finished fringes and subtle irregularities preserve the tactile integrity prized in traditional Zapotec weaving...

An exceptional carpet known for its timeless elegance and remarkable durability, often referred to as the “iron carpet of Persia” due to its resilient construction and frequent use o...

A charming hand-knotted wool rug featuring a minimalist tribal composition set against a rich red field. Stylized animal motifs are scattered throughout the design, including horses,...

A vintage Indonesian Textile rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 0" x 8' 9".

A "Caceria" designed by the Hungarian Immigre Olga Fisch and hand woven circa 1950 in her Ecuador studio by local artisans. These colorful rugs were an integral part of the 1950s loo...

An early 20th-century Chinese Batou Small animal pictorial Rug Details rug no. j5048 size 2'1'' x 4'

Colorful one-of-a-kind Tibetan rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century with a dragon motif on a bright orange field Measures: 3'4'' x 5'7''.

A mid 20th Century Persian Balouch rug depicting a pictorial design. Measures: 2'11'' x 5'10''.

This hand-hooked rug was found in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and has such great geometric lines. It has a thick NAP and is really great condition.The rug is sewn on linen and on a custom made wood...

Braided Round Carpet American 10’ x 10’ Circa 1920s Woolen Rags Among the most desirable of American antique braided carpets are those with a strong circular bull’s eye design alternating light and dark rings...

Colorful one-of-a-kind Tibetan rug from the 3rd quarter of the 20th century with a dragon motif Measures: 3'4'' x 5'7''.

Pillow made from a flat-weave soumac 1'3'' x 1'3''

mid 20th Century Turkish Pictorial Rug depicing 4 lions on a faded peach ground Details rug no. r5902 size 3' 10" x 6' 8" (117 x 203 cm)

Discover the elegance of this tribal Peruvian hand-woven tapestry featuring the exquisite tribal design ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship with our exquisite co...

19th Century American Hooked Rug ( 11'8" x 15'4" - 355 x 467 ) Antique Large American Hooked Usa Allover Floral - Loop Pile Rug, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs, Circa Date: 1...

A fantastically Swedish Rag Rug in beautiful color & pattern. Handwoven in Boden Northern Sweden . The rug is freshly washed. Vintage & antique Swedish Rag Rugs from Sweden comes in ...

This vintage Lurestan 1990s 2x3 hand-knotted wool rug features a bold, stylized lion rendered in warm brown and cream tones. The charming animal motif and folk art-inspired design gi...

a mid 20th century Folk art Animal motif Moroccan Kilim 2' x 4' ~ item j4719

"This is an authentic antique American Hooked wool rug, dating back to circa 1880. Measuring approximately 6 by 9 feet, the piece features a versatile beige ground color woven in a d...

Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 9' x 9' - 275 x 275 ) Antique Cotton Ivory Beige Cream White Hooked – Loop Pile Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece, likely Ameri...

79802 Vintage Mexican Zapotec Rug, 01'02 x 01'06. The Ancestral Visage: A Vintage Mexican Zapotec Masterpiece of Sacred Mystique. This handwoven wool vintage Mexican Zapotec rug poss...

Circa 1880, this Antique American Hooked Rugis a 19th-century folk art piece featuring a yellow ground and brown border. It exhibits a traditional hooked weave with a hand-drawn qual...

a crazy late 20th-century one-of-a-kind Animal motif rug. It seems like every animal you can think of is in this rug. Every animal is spelled out as well. The weaver made a lot of sp...

Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug In American Craftsman - Art & Crafts Style 5'6" x 5'8" - 168 x 173

a 19th-century ivory and Blue Chinese Peking Carpet Details rug no. 10823 size 4' x 5' 9" (122 x 175 cm)

Woven in the early 20th century, this striking Navajo rug features a bold central zigzag medallion rendered in a soft crimson stripe, enclosing a calm gray field. The medallion sits ...

What looks to be an early 20th century tiny rug mat from central Asia, most probably from the Khotan region from East Turkestan. A lion standing alone on ivo...

Vintage Swedish rag rug from ca. 1950s to 1960s. This rug is a typical Swedish rag rug with a more than 250 year old tradition. It is made from recycled clothes and is hand woven on...

a Turkish Azari Pictorial room size Rug from the late 20th century Details rug no. j3951 size 8' 6" x 10' 6" (259 x 320 cm)  

Moroccan authentic vintage flat-woven Tribal Kilim rug from the Middle Atlas of Morocco, North Africa. Handwoven clectible Moroccan textile in stripes of red and dark green, black an...

A striking example of early 20th-century American craftsmanship, this vintage hooked carpet presents a captivating blend of geometric structure and botanical elegance. The design fea...

A rare armenian Rug depicting 2 Komodo Dragons on a pink fuchsia field Measures: 5'2'' x 9'4''.

A fantastically Swedish Rag Rug in beautiful color & pattern. Handwoven in Boden Northern Sweden . The rug is freshly washed. Vintage & antique Swedish Rag Rugs from Sweden comes in ...

A fine rust colored Caucasian rug depicting a large light blue colored horse and 4 roosters dated 1948. Measures: 4'3" x 6'8".

Early 20th Century Oval American Braided Rug ( 6'10" x 9'2" - 208 x 280 cm ) Antique Wool Braided 1930s Multicolor Jewel Tones American Usa Rug, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs...

Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 5'8" x 6'8" - 173 x 203 )

Antique American hooked rug. Size: 6' 5'' x 6' 5''. Antique American Hooked Rug Wool Multicolor, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs, Circa Date: 1900s. This exceptional textile re...

A fantastically Swedish Rag Rug in beautiful color & pattern. Handwoven in Boden Northern Sweden . The rug is freshly washed. Vintage & antique Swedish Rag Rugs from Sweden comes in ...