Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
FOLK ART STYLE
Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.
Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.
Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story.
During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.
Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.
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Style: Folk Art
Rare Large Moroccan Berber Boucherouite Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Woven with the exclusive use of recycled yarns of various type, ranging from cotton to lurex, this represents 'art brut' within the domain of the textile arts. Weavings such as this ...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
1980s Vintage Moroccan Boujad Hand-Woven Tribal Rug
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan authentic vintage tribal rug handwoven by Berber Moroccan women using organic lamb wo and organic dye. North African Moroccan tribal runner with low pile handwoven wo, hand-...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Flat-Weave Rug with Stripes
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Moroccan flat-weave Kilim rug.Large size blanket vintage Moroccan rug, handwoven by Berber women in Morocco for their own use.This rug was made...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1960s Vintage Moroccan Hand-Woven Berber Carpet
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s authentic Moroccan vintage tribal rug handwoven by Berber Moroccan women using organic lamb wo and organic dye.North African Moroccan tribal runner with low pile handwoven wo, ...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
Zabihi Collection Antique Angora Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century angora wool Oushak rug with a saffron gold colored ground on an open field and center medallion.
4'1'' x 6'3''
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Angora
Vintage Anatolian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Eclectic style vintage Turkish Anatolian rug featuring bright pink accents sparkling throughout.
Category
20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$8,750
1960s Vintage Red Ethnic Moroccan Rug
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s authentic vintage tribal Moroccan Berber rug from the Middle Atlas mountains.
Monochromatic red rug with variations in color intensity typical for this tribe.
This is a good ex...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
20th Century Hook Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
20th century Folk Art hook rug with several crimson floral medallions with stylized flowers woven in indigo, gold, cream, pink, and green on a cream colored ground. The border is sim...
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Moroccan Vintage Flat-Weave Stripe Rug
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Authentic Vintage Moroccan flat-weave Kilim rug.Large size blanket textile vintage Moroccan rug, handwoven by Berber women in Morocco for their own use. This rug was made using flat-...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Handcrafted Wedding Blanket Throw with Sequins
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage original tribal Moroccan wedding Berber women shawl, blanket, throw.
The Zaiane tribal shawls incorporate quantities of sequins in their design to achieve an impressive decorative effect on the alternate stripes of wool and cotton yarn.
This Berber handwoven shawls...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
1940s Moroccan Tribal Rug African Ethnic Textile Floor Covering
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1940s Moroccan Tribal Rug African Ethnic Textile Floor Covering.
Vintage semi antique, Moroccan tribal rug, nomadic African Tuareg rug, wool and cotto...
Category
1950s Moroccan Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Moroccan Vintage Flat-Weave Brown Rug
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Moroccan flat-weave Kilim rug.Minimalist Berber pattern on a sand cor flat weave field.Vintage light brown Moroccan rug, handwoven by Berber ...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1960s Vintage Moroccan Textile Handcrafted Wedding Blanket Throw with Sequins
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s Large vintage authentic tribal Moroccan wedding Berber women shawl, blanket, throw. The Zaiane tribal shawls incorporate quantities of sequins in their design to achieve an im...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Folk-Art Earthy Colored Patch-Work Designed Rug 6'7''x9'11''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This vintage patchwork rug is skillfully composed from handwoven flatweave fragments dating back to the early-20th century. Originating from villages across Konya, Malatya, and Kayse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Unusual Moroccan Berber Boucherouite Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Woven with the exclusive use of recycled yarns of various type, ranging from cotton to lurex, this represents 'art brut' within the domain of the textile arts. Weavings such as this ...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Brown Patch-Work Designed Wool Rug 6'10''x7'10''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-woven wool patchwork is a masterful composition of tribal heritage and rustic elegance. Rug is crafted from segments of vintage flatweave—each woven decades ago in rural Tu...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1960s Authentic Vintage Moroccan Large Pile Tribal Rug
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s authentic Large vintage Moroccan rug, hand-woven. Wonderf work of Art, purples hues geometrical losanges design. Great hand-woven vintage clector Moroccan runner.Great hand wov...
Category
1960s Moroccan Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Nepal Carpet, Over Size
Located in Evanston, IL
A Timeless Masterpiece: The Exquisite 30-Year-Old Nepal Carpet.
In the world of fine rugs, few treasures can match the enduring beauty and artistry of a Nepal carpet. This magnificen...
Category
1990s Nepalese Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$4,875 Sale Price
35% Off
Vintage Folk-Art Blue & Tan Motif Patchwork Wool Rug 5'6''x7'
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This distinctive patchwork rug is a compelling blend of heritage and artistry, composed of hand-knotted wool fragments from vintage rugs. Featuring a captivating palette of deep indi...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Modern Earth Brown Toned Vintage Wool Rug 4'1''x7'3''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-woven wool patchwork rug is a sophisticated blend of heritage craftsmanship and modern artistry. Constructed from salvaged vintage rug fragments—each over-dyed and reassemb...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Brown Tribal Wool Rug 7'3''x12'6'' Circa 1960
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This striking hand-knotted wool rug presents a bold tribal aesthetic infused with deep, earthy tones and symbolic design elements. Rug features a powerful central medallion motif sur...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Karabagh Handmade Beige Geometric Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Karabagh hand-knotted wool rug with beige. This piece has brown accents in an all-over geometric medallion design.
This rug measures: 5'10" x 11'3".
Category
1920s Azerbaijani Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Folk Art Multicolored Hand-Woven Wool Kilim 4'7''x6'10''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This vibrant handwoven wool kilim showcases a bold geometric striped pattern in a lively multicolor palette, reflecting the rich weaving traditions of the region. The intricate chevr...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Tribal Geometric Kilim 5'4''x10'2'' Circa 1960
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This handwoven wool kilim is a stunning representation of traditional tribal craftsmanship. The rug features a bold geometric diamond medallion pattern, framed by intricate motifs an...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique American Hooked Rug. Size: 8 ft 9 in x 11 ft 10 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful room size floral pattern antique American Hooked rug, country of origin: America, date circa early 20th century. Size: 8 ft 9 in x 11 ft 10 in (2.67 m x 3.61 m).
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Andrey Budko Rug, circa 2021, Russia
Located in Girona, Spain
Andrey Budko rug.
Made with high quality felt made of 100% wool.
The pattern on the rug is embroidered with ceramic thread.
Circa 2021, Russia.
Very Good Condition.
Category
2010s Russian Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handknotted Kazak Wool Carpet in Blue-Turquise-Red-Brown Geometric Design 1960s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Kazak knotted carpets originally come from the Caucasus region.
A Kazak is characterised by geometric patterns and figures and striking colours.
This Kazak was hand-knotted in the st...
Category
1960s Caucasian Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
1960s Vintage Turkish Rug in Red, Beige and Pink Geometric Pattern, Distressed
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, a 6x10 vintage rug from a revered Turkish designer, entering Rug & Kilim’s commemorative Mid-Century Pasha Collection.
This traditional spin enjoys a dextrous...
Category
1960s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Tribal Motif Earthy Plum Hand Woven Rug 6'8''x11'1''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your space with this stunning vintage hand-woven wool rug. Featuring a bold geometric tribal motif, this piece boasts intricate patterns in a rich palette of earthy red, plum...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Hand Woven Wool Rug A lovely piece with a wide border
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Antique Hand Woven Wool Rug
A lovely piece with a wide border and decorated with many animals and birds, mostly in red and ecru
The rug is in good condition and bright colours, it is...
Category
1950s Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Very Colourful Traditional Carpet A superb looking piece, very thick
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Colourful Traditional Carpet
A superb looking piece, very thick with Bright Red centre surrounded by a traditional wide border pattern coloured in blues to complement the Red...
Category
1930s Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Pictorial Flatweave Kilim Square Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish flatweave Kilim throw rug in square format handmade during the mid-20th century with a pictorial design of a cartoon-like male figure.
Measures: 3' 1" x 3' 4".
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Midcentury Handmade Persian Runner in Taupe, Light Blue, and Grey
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Malayer rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. The taupe field is encased by a light blue and grey border. The motifs are outlined in brown.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Anatolian rug from the mid-20th century.
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
French Aubusson-Styled Red and Black Hand-Knotted Wool Rug 9'x12'5''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This exquisite hand-knotted wool rug, inspired by the classic French Aubusson style, captures the timeless elegance and refined sophistication of 18th-century European design. Crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Runner with Brown, Green, and Rust Tones
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Serab runner from the early 20th century. The light camel brown colored field employs twelve sawtooth lozenge medallions, with no two color patterns matching, and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage wool folk art berber rug in faded jade green
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Vintage Tribal Moroccan Berber Rug: This striking rug features a mix white and faded jade green wool, crafted with natural, organic dyes. A stunning example of Abstract Modernist Art...
Category
1970s Moroccan Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
European Folk Stamverband Goat Hair Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
European folk stamverband goat hair rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 4'10" × 6'2" (147 × 187 cm)
Inspired by the works of tribal weavers, this contemporary carpet was hand woven with u...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Goat Hair
Vintage Tree of Life Pattern Wool Carpet, Rug
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Vintage tree of life pattern wool carpet, rug
A superb looking piece dating from the early 20th century and has a lovely color palette with a red background and a border with green and cream
The Wool Rug has a triple pattern along its length with un died fringes...
Category
1950s Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 3'9'' x 5'7'' - 114 x 170 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 3'9'' x 5'7'' - 114 x 170 )
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Fabric
1930s American Hooked Rug ( 8'8" x 9'3" - 265 x 282 )
Located in New York, NY
1930s American Hooked Rug ( 8'8" x 9'3" - 265 x 282 )
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century American Braided Rug ( 2'9'' x 13' - 84 x 396 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Braided Rug ( 2'9'' x 13' - 84 x 396 )
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Fabric
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 1'10" x 14' - 56 x 427 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 1'10" x 14' - 56 x 427 )
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Fabric, Jute
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 1'6'' x 20'2'' - 46 x 615 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 1'6'' x 20'2'' - 46 x 615 )
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 2'9" x 3'4" - 84 x 102 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 2'9" x 3'4" - 84 x 102 )
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1930s American Hooked Rug ( 4' x 6'10" - 122 x 208 )
Located in New York, NY
1930s American Hooked Rug ( 4' x 6'10" - 122 x 208 )
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 2'6" x 4'2" - 76 x 127 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 2'6" x 4'2" - 76 x 127 )
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
21st Century Moroccan
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
This Moroccan inspired folk art rug, handcrafted in Afghanistan, features a minimalist, organic design with an emphasis on natural texture and subtle movement. Woven in soft, neutra...
Category
2010s Afghan Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$2,095
Mid 20th Century Vintage American Hooked Rug ( 4'6" x 6' - 137 x 1830 cm )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th Century Vintage American Hooked Rug ( 4'6" x 6' - 137 x 1830 cm )
Category
1960s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 3'4" x 3'6" - 102 x 106 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 3'4" x 3'6" - 102 x 106 )
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 3' x 7'5" - 91 x 226 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 3' x 7'5" - 91 x 226 )
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage berber rug in ivory and blue wool
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Vintage Tribal Moroccan Berber Rug: This striking rug features a mix of beige and cobalt blue, crafted with natural, organic dyes. A stunning example of Abstract Modernist Art, it or...
Category
1970s Moroccan Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$2,614 / item
Mamluk Pattern Wool Rug 9′1″ × 12′ Geometric Design in Rust and Blue
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-knotted wool Mamluk rug from Pakistan is a superb reinterpretation of 15th-century Egyptian court weaving, known for its intricate geometric medallions and architectural pr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Earthbound Harmony 9'10" × 12'7" Hand-Knotted Sultanabad Pattern Wool Rug
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This exquisite hand-knotted wool rug captures the essence of timeless elegance with its rich, botanical-inspired design. Crafted by skilled artisans using hand-spun wool, this piece ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 4'5" x 6'4" - 134 x 194 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 4'5" x 6'4" - 134 x 194 )
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Early 20th Century American Rag Rug ( 5'5" x 5'5" - 165 x 165 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Rag Rug ( 5'5" x 5'5" - 165 x 165 )
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 8'6" x 11'6" - 260 x 350 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 8'6" x 11'6" - 260 x 350 )
Category
1940s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$10,200 Sale Price
25% Off
Vintage Geometric Ivory Red Distressed Wool Rug 9'8''x12'
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This antique rug is a masterful example of hand-knotted craftsmanship, showcasing the rich heritage of rich weaving. It features a distressed, time-worn aesthetic that highlights its...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century American Hooked Rug ( 4'4"x 7'4" - 132 x 234 )
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century American Hooked Rug ( 4'4"x 7'4" - 132 x 234 )
Category
1890s American Antique Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1930s American Hooked Rug ( 2'8" x 9' - 81 x 274 )
Located in New York, NY
1930s American Hooked Rug ( 2'8" x 9' - 81 x 274 )
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Folk Art rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique folk art rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage rugs and carpets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art rugs and carpets made in a specific country, there are Asia, West Asia, and Iran pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original rugs and carpets, popular names associated with this style include Berber Tribes of Morocco, Desso, hettler.tüllmann, and Joseph Carini Carpets. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for rugs and carpets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $70,000 while the average work can sell for $2,875.