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
Vintage Rare Azeri Kilim Runner
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 554 - That's a rare piece ! On a white wool natural base the weaver has woven many little longitudinal blue stripes. Single decoration : multicolored wool bows. Composed of two s...
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Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Minimalist and Neutral Cream and Gray Wool "Rain" Carpet 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
Woven in our exclusive, hand-knotted, Cheshmeh weave, this neutral and minimalist cream and gray wool carpet measures 6' x 9' and belongs to the Orley Shabahang Rain Collection. Functional for everyday use, thanks to the traditional Persian weaving techniques used to craft its hand-knotted pile, Orley Shabahang continues to craft its contemporary and modern rugs with these techniques because this process continues to create the world’s finest carpets.
The pattern of mingled, repeating small-scale motifs featured creates a pleasing overall design. Drawing inspiration from falling rain, this carpet depicts the familiar shapes as it falls from the sky. Up close, the detailing in this piece reads as intricate and repetitive. When placed on the floor, the design relaxes, and the rug reads more...
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2010s Persian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Minimalist earth-inspired texture with striations Ivory Brown Wool 9'2''x11'2''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-knotted wool rug showcases an organic, textural aesthetic inspired by traditional tribal weaves. Featuring a neutral color palette with subtle variations in tone, this piec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Minimalistic Fine Natural Undyed Earthy Toned Wool Rug 13'7''x20'3''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-knotted wool rug is a stunning example of modern minimalism combined with traditional craftsmanship. Featuring a sophisticated geometric pattern, the rug showcases subtle t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Large Chichaoua Moroccan Vintage Carpet
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 1178 - Vintage Large Moroccan rug, it can be approached to rug LU 137 922 949 802 (with the same lenght) in order to obtain a large carpet with measures: 315 x 420!!
Minimalis...
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1980s Moroccan Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Carpet "Cicim" in Natural Wools
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
n. 572 - Carpet "cicim" in natural wools. It is difficult to find these rugs because they are used among nomads, in their tents, for their own use: they are not woven for export. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Minimalist Blue and Cream "Rain" Wool Persian Carpet, 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist in nature, this blue and cream wool Persian carpet, "Rain," in 6' x 9' possesses a soothing feel. The Rain Collection from Orley Shabahang draws its inspiration from the d...
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2010s Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Vintage AZILAL - AIT BOUGEMMAZ Moroccan Carpet
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 1170 - This artifact is simple and unique, like any nomadic work.
White color and simplicity make it very modern taste, even if antique: ancient ones like this are no longer foun...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
$1,776 Sale Price
1% Off
'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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
$1,495 / item
Solid Beige Hand-Knotted Silk Rug 10'x15'10''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-knotted silk rug embodies understated elegance with its sophisticated minimalist design and luxurious texture. Crafted from premium silk, this rug features a soft, monochro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Silk
Minimalist Teal Textured Wool and Bamboo-Silk Rug 9'x13'
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your space with the sophisticated elegance of this hand-knotted bamboo silk and wool rug. Featuring a subtle linear striped texture in teal tones, this piece blends modern mi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Bamboo
Simple Modern Solid Blue Bamboo-Silk Rug 9'x12'1''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Enhance your space with the understated elegance of this hand-made bamboo silk rug. Featuring a luxurious soft blue tone with subtle variations, this piece offers a modern minimalist...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Bamboo
Simple Textured Charcoal Gray Wool Rug 12'1''x16'1''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This hand-knotted wool rug is a timeless piece that blends modern elegance with natural textures. The monochrome charcoal gray palette offers a versatile and sophisticated look, maki...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
'Corner' 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
$1,495 / item
Handwoven Moroccan Wool Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Deco-inspired rug from the late 20th century is hand knotted in Morocco with a pared down latticework design on a soft neutral beige field. Sized at 6’4” x 9’ this ageless and v...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Vintage Turkish "Cicim"
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 569 - Vintage Turkish "cicim" in natural wools. It is difficult to find these rugs because they are used among nomads, in their tents, for their ow...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$2,161
Monochromatic Carpet Shades of Green Meadw After Rain
Located in Firenze, IT
Monochromatic carpets are all the rage right now in interior design because they fit easily into any context. The specimen we present comes from an artisanal production in Afghanistan, hand-knotted with local wool using natural dyes. The non-uniformity of the color is due to the artisan method with which the wools are dyed, and it is precisely these irregularities that give life to the carpet by replacing the decoration and make it a vibrant carpet...
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2010s Afghan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Square White and Ecru Little Kilim
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Natural colors of undyed wool: simply ! In the East it is placed on a platform where You can sit quietly to sip a cup of tea.
nr. 979.
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Black and White Kilim TOROS ADANA Flatwave
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
1210 - Old Turkish kilim from Toros Adana, simply woven in black and white wool : antique and now modern taste !
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Anatolian Jajim - Rug Flatwave
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Simple decoration for this old rare Anatolian jajim, good sizes for everywhere, set with other kilims or modern carpets.
A light blue and a little yellow brighten the neutral backgr...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Anatolia Grey Flatwave or Kilim or Covering Fabric
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Vintage Anatolian flat-woven rug, very Minimalist taste, also for Modern covering Fabric -
Placed side by side with another similar rug, it becomes a large rug: see LU1379213196641.
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Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Minimal Anatolian Flatwave or Kilim
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Minimalist taste for this simple nomadic carpet, suitable for modern homes.
Placed side by side with another similar rug, it becomes a large rug: there are many in my list, published...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$1,152 Sale Price
20% Off
Minimilastic Scandinavian Modern Greige Rug 5'1''x7'6''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your interior with this elegant hand-knotted wool and viscose rug, featuring a minimalist design in soft gray beige tones. The understated monochromatic palette adds a refine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Faux Bamboo
Minimal Vintage Kilim ADANA-Osmani or Flatwave or TULU to Customize
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Minimalist tribal design like Tulu, undyed colors - Adana-Osmani -
It is possible to bead the entire Kilim with another color (h. 20- 25- 30 cm.) to customize it.
Placed side by side...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$1,620 Sale Price
50% Off
Minimalist Persian Rug, Brown and Cream Wool, 8' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
This 8' x 10'2" Orley Shabahang signature Rain carpet features a minimalist design, expertly hand-knotted using traditional Persian weaving techniques. A standout from the Rain Colle...
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2010s Persian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Distressed Textured Natural Wool Rug 12'1''x15'7''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your interior with the understated sophistication of this hand-knotted wool rug. Featuring a subtle natural brown grey pattern, this minimalist design is perfect for modern, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Versatile Minimalist Textured Wool Rug 8'9''x12'3''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your home with this exquisite hand-knotted wool rug, featuring a refined and minimalist blue-grey tone. The understated texture and subtle design bring a sophisticated elegan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Minimalist Textured Non Dyed Natural Wool Rug 11'6''x15'1''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your living space with the serene beauty of this hand-knotted wool rug, meticulously crafted by skilled artisans. Showcasing a refined textured pattern in soft, neutral tones...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Simple Textured Natural Tonal Wool Rug 14'3''x18'2''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Discover the understated elegance of this hand-knotted wool rug, showcasing a minimalist textured design in versatile neutral tones. This exquisite piece seamlessly blends timeless c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Unusual minimalist indigo Beni M'Guild carpet curated by Breuckelen Berber
Located in Brooklyn, US
This vintage Beni M'Guild exhibits an unusual color field of muted lavender shifting to vibrant indigo. The large scale ivory lozenge network appears superimposed onto the ground, le...
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1960s Moroccan Vintage Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage bTULU carpet
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 606 - Old Turkish carpet, very pleasant for quality, colors and design: a simple grass green trellis on a cream background.
It's soft and welcoming, even on a sofa.
That's a goo...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$1,800
Kilim KONYA Green and Yellow Gradient
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
This kilim KONYA was wooven at my request. I waited some months to receive.
It gives the idea of a lawn on which to walk or recline.
Even the wools have ...
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2010s Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Elevate Ecentrics Powder 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The rug is meticulously crafted using the most intricate traditional weaving techniques, guided by the expertise of skilled artisans. Each rug is a labor of love, with handweavers de...
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2010s Indian Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Floor Rug in Beige and Black Striped Shaggy Wool
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage handwoven Anatolian wool floor rug features an abstract, Minimalist design with an open beige field and brown-black stripes and border edge. The shaggy wool pile is soft...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Minimalist Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$2,140 Sale Price
20% Off
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.