Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
MINIMALIST STYLE
A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Minimalist
Plain Solid Red Color "Tulu" Rug. 100% Thick, Soft Wool Pile. Custom Options Av.
Located in Brunswick, ME
An alluring vintage hand-knotted "Tulu" (Turkish word for "shag-piled") rug made of wool in red from Central Anatolia. Measures: 3.6 x 5.5 ft.
These simple, functional, small rugs...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
4.3x5.3 Ft Plain Solid Red Color Hand-Knotted Vintage Tulu Rug. 100% Soft Wool.
Located in Brunswick, ME
A vintage hand-knotted "Tulu" (Turkish word for "high-piled") rug from Konya in Central Turkey, made of lamb’s wool, featuring a plain solid red ground. These contemporary looking, f...
Category
1970s Turkish Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
'Cross' Black Jute Style Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
The Jute collection is woven with strong all-natural plant fibers in a modern rustic design. Equally as rugged as Minimalist. Available in three different patterns using our signatur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
Brick Red Turkish Modernist Carpet
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind mid-20th century Turkish modernist style rug in brick red. Border is in soft green
Measures: 2'6" x 4'2".
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Orley Shabahang Minimalist Wool Persian Rug, Gray and Cream, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
This 8’ x 10’4" Orley Shabahang signature “Rain” carpet showcases a modern design in a hand knotted Persian weave. This carpet, from the Orley Shabahang Rain collection, features a s...
Category
2010s Persian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Moroccan Style Rug with Minimalist Tribal Vibes
Located in Dallas, TX
30609 new contemporary Moroccan style rug with Minimalist tribal vibes. This hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan area rug features offset vertical columns composed of black zigza...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Moroccan Rug with Minimalist Swedish Mysigt Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80652, new contemporary Moroccan rug with Minimalist Swedish Mysigt style. Effortless beauty and simplicity meet soft, Mysigt style in this hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan ru...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Moroccan Style Rug with Minimalist Mid-Century Modern Design
Located in Dallas, TX
30532 New Contemporary Moroccan style rug with Minimalist midcentury design. This hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan area rug features contrasting charcoal-blackish lines runnin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Striped Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This beautiful striped antique Turkish Kilim was woven by hand in the late 19th century, circa 1890. The all over design features a simple yet eye-catching pattern with varying strip...
Category
19th Century Turkish Antique Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Organic Material, Cotton, Wool
New Transitional Area Rug with Cozy, Hygge Vibes and Warm Amish-Shaker Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30457 new transitional area rug with cozy, hygge vibes and warm Amish-Shaker style. This neutral transitional area rug emanates function and versatility with warm, hygge vibes. It fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Moroccan Shag Hallway Runner with Minimalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80612, new contemporary Moroccan Shag Hallway runner with Minimalist style. Softer yet no less striking, this hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan run...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Transitional Area Rug with Cozy, Hygge Vibes and Warm Amish-Shaker Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30458 new transitional area rug with cozy, Hygge vibes and warm Amish-Shaker style. This neutral transitional area rug emanates function and versatility with warm, hygge vibes. It fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
'Edge' Black Jute Style Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
The Jute Collection is woven with strong all-natural plant fibers in a modern rustic design. Equally as rugged as minimalist. Available in three different patterns using our signatur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
Orley Shabahang "Rain" Minimalist Wool Persian Rug, Neutral Cream, 9' x 12'
Located in New York, NY
This 9’1" x 12’ Orley Shabahang signature “Rain” carpet showcases a modern design in a hand knotted Persian weave. This carpet, from the Orley Shabahang Rain...
Category
2010s Persian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Monochromatic Ivory Turkish Room Size Kilim, Late 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind vintage Turkish kilim in white from the third quarter of the 20th century. Sturdy, versatile. and chic. One of a kind / hand knotted.
Measures: 8'1" x 9'11".
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Brown Narrow Vintage Turkish Bolster Size Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Bolster size pillow made from a vintage Turkish Anatolian rug. Brown, orange, soft green, lavender accents
Measures: 11'' x 24''.
Category
20th Century Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
'Cross' Cream Jute Style Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
The Jute collection is woven with strong all-natural plant fibers in a modern rustic design. Equally as rugged as Minimalist. Available in three different patterns using our signatur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
Blue Over-Dyed Turkish Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 20th century Turkish rug with blue cotton back and zipper closure. Its been over-dyed
Measures: 13" x 23".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Midcentury Handmade Persian Room Size Rug in Neutral Earth Tones
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mahal room size rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a Classic Herati pattern in grey-brown, hints of teal, and a light ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Turkish Room Size Carpet in a Dark Brown to Black Minimalist Design
Located in New York, NY
A modern Turkish Mohair room size carpet with a dark brown to black-colored long and lustrous pile from the 21st century in the style of minimalism. It may be used as a stand-alone p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Mohair
Contemporary Turkish Room Size Carpet in a Grey Minimalist Design
Located in New York, NY
A modern Turkish Mohair room size carpet with a grey-colored long and lustrous pile from the 21st century in the style of minimalism. It may be used as a stand-alone piece or the fou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Mohair
Brown Hand Knotted Minimalist Turkish Kilim Runner
Located in New York, NY
A one of a kind mid-20th century hand knotted Turkish Kilim runner in brown. Some wear showing
Measures: 2'8" x 9'10".
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Contemporary Moroccan Area Rug with Minimalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80499 new contemporary Moroccan area rug with Modern style. This hand knotted wool contemporary Moroccan area rug with Minimalist st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Minimalist Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Foam, Cotton
New Contemporary Modern Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug with Minimalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
20763 New Contemporary modern Beni Ourain Moroccan rug with Minimalist style and diamond trellis. This hand knotted wool modern Beni Ourain Moroccan rug features a lozenge trellis pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan Carpet
Located in New York, NY
From the esteemed Beni Ouarain tribe in the Middle Atlas Mountains, the woolly ecru field supports a well-drawn thick mixed and abrashed darkest brown lozenge lattice, with hairline ...
Category
1950s Moroccan Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Transitional Gray Area Rug with Minimalist Contemporary Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30011 Transitional Gray Area Rug with Minimalist Contemporary Style. Striking in its style and delicate beauty, this transitional gray area rug features a subtle geometric pattern wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Persian Mahal Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Mahal carpet from the mid-20th century in greyish brown.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Sofreh Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Kilim scatter sofreh flat-weave from the middle of the 20th century.
Sofrehs are woven by Persian tribes as part of the dowry, used as floor spreads on which the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Transitional Ombre Area Rug with French Country and Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30440 New Transitional Ombre Area rug with French Country and Cottage style. Soft and sumptuous, this transitional ombre area rug with French Country cottage style transforms nearly ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Striped Turkish Kilim Runner
Located in New York, NY
Colorful casual long Kilim runner from the mid-20th century. Mint green, creams, soft blue, lavenders.
Measures: 2'5'' x 24'2''.
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
New Transitional Gray Area Rug with Swedish Gustavian Style, Texture Area Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
30442, transitional gray area rug with Swedish Gustavian style, texture area rug. Elegant simplicity meets Provençal chic in this gorgeous transitiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Brown Color Open Field Turkish Anatolian Square Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
Weather textured Turkish Anatolian small square rug from the mid-20th century.
Measures: 2'4" x 2'7".
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Pale Gold Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
Pale yellow gold vintage Turkish Oushak from the mid-20th century. Measures: 2'7” x 9'11”.
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Sky Blue Turkish Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Double-sided pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim.
14'' x 21''
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Hemp, Foam
'Edge' Cream Jute Style Rug in Scandinavian Design
By Nordic Knots
Located in Floral Park, NY
The Jute Collection is woven with strong all-natural plant fibers in a modern rustic design. Equally as rugged as minimalist. Available in three different patterns using our signatur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
Gray Vintage Turkish Kilim Flat-Weave
Located in New York, NY
Plain solid gray one of a kind Turkish Kilim with small specs in black.
10' x 14'1''
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with International Minimalist Style, Oversized Kilim
By Cy Twombly
Located in Dallas, TX
52622, vintage Turkish Kilim rug with International Minimalist Style, Oversized Kilim Area Rug 11'03 x 13'10. The expressive design and clean sophistica...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Green Vintage Anatolian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
One of our most interesting finds recently this eclectic one of a kind vintage Anatolian with a plain solid green field with two red horizontal red stripes on one end. The texture an...
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Modernist Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish rug with a pea green field outlined with a thin red narrow border.
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Neutral Handmade Vintage Turkish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th century Turkish rug in beige and brown.
Measures: 3'4'' x 5'2''.
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Inspired Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Room size Turkish Kilim in ivory and brown made from recycled cotton and goat hair material giving it an old world, vintage feel.
10'3'' x 13'4''
Category
2010s Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Goat Hair, Linen
Taupe Vintage Turkish Konya
Located in New York, NY
Decorative 20th century Turkish rug in taupes and tans with a compelling repetitive pattern. Affordably priced too.
4'9'' x 7'11''
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Minimalist Kilim from Turkey
Located in New York, NY
Turkish Kilim in khaki and brown.
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Cotton Kilim Flat-Weave Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Room size Turkish Kilim, ivory and specs in brown, gray and small re-weave on one end in a bone color. Made from recycled cotton and goat hair material giving it an old world, vintag...
Category
2010s Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Goat Hair, Linen
Minimalist Black Ivory Gray Brown 20th Century Turkish Mohair Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Turkish Mohair rug, accents in black, ivory, brown, gray.
Measures: 4' x 5'3".
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Angora
Ivory Gray Minimalist Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century handmade Turkish Kilim in grays and ivory.
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Goat Hair
Vintage Brown Tibetan Accent Rug with Minimalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76593, vintage brown Tibetan accent rug with Minimalist style. This hand knotted wool vintage brown Tibetan accent rug with Minimalist style features a lustrous, plush wool pile in v...
Category
Late 20th Century Tibetan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Square Vintage Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century Turkish Kilim with a modern twist.
Measures: 8'10'' x 8'10''.
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Indian Amritsar Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century antique Indian Amritsar with a open pistachio field design surrounded by a pink and ivory border.
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Tulu Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Tulu rug from the mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Angora
Blue Vintage Chinese Minimalist Rug
Located in New York, NY
A minimalist one-of-a-kind vintage Chinese rug in blues.
Measures: 2'3'' x 2'5''.
Category
20th Century Chinese Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Fine Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug, Brown Primitive Gabbeh Contemporary Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
The handmade carpet modern Nepalese collection comprises fine hand-knotted carpets made in Nepal. Made with 100% wool pile, this innovative des...
Category
1990s Nepalese Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Vintage Turkish Angora Wool Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
52108 Vintage Turkish Angora Wool Rug, 05'01 x 07'01. Long-haired Turkish Angora wool rugs are esteemed for their plush texture, lasting resilience, and intricate designs, crafted fr...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Angora
Strawberry Red Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Narrow Runner
Located in New York, NY
Bright red vintage Turkish Tulu runner with a plain open field design and narrow floral border.
Measures: 2'5" x 10'11".
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Emerald Green Vintage Modernist Minimalist Turkish Anatolian Carpet
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind vintage Turkish Anatolian in emerald green and tiny specs of black.
Measures: 4'11" x 6'9".
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rug
Located in New York, NY
A mid-20th century Moroccan rug with a solid oatmeal field, specs of brown and a very cool long fringes on one end.
Category
20th Century Moroccan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique tribal Persian Gabbeh carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century with an unpretentious-folksy appeal.
Category
1930s Persian Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Minimalist rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Minimalist 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, more furniture and collectibles, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist rugs and carpets made in a specific country, there are Asia, West Asia, and Caucasus 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, Nordic Knots, Full Bloom Cottage, and Nasiri. 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 $139 and tops out at $58,500 while the average work can sell for $2,975.