The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
Modern Geometric Hand-Knotted Tibetan Wool & Silk Rug in Ruby Red and Burgundy
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite, contemporary rug is a testament to luxurious craftsmanship and modern design. Hand-knotted with a masterful blend of premium Tibetan wool and silk, it offers both an ...
Wool, Silk
Modern Tibetan Hand-Knotted Wool and Silk Rug with Botanical and Geometric Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite hand-knotted Tibetan rug is a masterful blend of traditional Himalayan craftsmanship and contemporary artistic expression. The design showcases stylized autumnal leave...
Wool, Silk
3.7x6.7 Ft Vintage Green Rug with Chinese Art Deco Design. Handknotted in Turkey
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our overdyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage Turkish rugs, carefully restored and reimagined in our workshop to suit a wide range of interior design styles — from modern and minima...
Wool, Cotton
Red Over Black III Abstract Hand-Knotted Himalayan Wool Rug by David Johnson
By David Stephen Johnson
Located in New York, NY
The first in a debut collection by the abstract expressionist David Stephen Johnson. From his heralded piece Red Over Black III. Hand-knotted from the most luxurious Himalayan wool, ...
Wool
$2,069Sale Price|25% Off
10'1"x14' Rose Pink Modern Plain Decor Box Design Loomed Knotted Soft Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Rose Pink, Modern Plain Decor Box Design, Soft to Touch, Loomed Knotted, Luxurious Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Contemporary ...
Wool
Contemporary Floral Rug – Pink & Grey Organic Bloom, Wool Acrylic Blend
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
A bold contemporary rug inspired by the organic beauty of blooming flowers. Featuring oversized abstract petals in soft pink, grey, and taupe with deep navy accents, it creates a str...
Wool, Acrylic
Scandinavian Handwoven Flatweave Rollakan Rug, Signed GS Mid-20th Century
Located in Bochum, NRW
Scandinavian Handwoven flatweave (Röllakan) Rug, signed GS, Sweden, mid-20th century. Handwoven flatweave (Röllakan). Woven initials “GS” in lower corner A finely executed Scandi...
Wool
$1,399Sale Price / item|50% Off
8x10 ft Hand-knotted Moroccan style Rug Made of Un-Dyed Beige and Black Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
Wool
$1,323Sale Price|30% Off
Moroccan Design Rug. All Natural Wool. Beni Ourain Tulu Carpet with Atlas Design
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring warmth, texture, and handmade charm into your home with this Moroccan-style Tulu rug, a contemporary interpretation of the iconic Beni Ourain tradition. Entirely hand-knotted u...
Wool
$1,399Sale Price / item|50% Off
8x10 ft Moroccan Design Berber Rug. 100% Wool. Handmade Beni Ourain Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
Wool
Important French moderne Signed Carpet by Sonia Delaunay 20th century – No. 1579
Located in Paris, FR
No. 1579 – Signed 20th-Century Carpet, Sonia Delaunay – 145 x 220 cm Period: 20th century Condition: Excellent Material: Wool Dimensions: 220 x 145 cm This magnificent carpet, havi...
Wool
$1,889Sale Price / item|50% Off
9x12 Ft Modern Moroccan Berber design Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
Wool
$2,450Sale Price / item|50% Off
10x14 Ft Handmade Moroccan style Rug. All Natural Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
Wool
$2,450Sale Price / item|50% Off
10x14 Ft Modern Moroccan Berber style Rug. Custom Options Available. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining t...
Wool
$89Sale Price|40% Off
28x49 in Yellow Color Turkish Patchwork Rug. Handmade Colorful Circle Door Mat
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This listing is for a one of a kind Patchwork rug in your choice of design and color combination, handmade in our atelier located in an ancient rug making village of Central Anatolia...
Wool, Cotton
$1,889Sale Price / item|50% Off
9x12 Ft Modern Handmade Moroccan Style Rug. Custom Options Available. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining t...
Wool
$3,000 / item
Cloudy Cracks Rug by RAG HOME
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
This rug is like a love letter to imperfection—soft, delicate, and beautifully fragmented, as if torn from the pages of a dreamy, golden-lit storybook. Its gentle, irregular edges mi...
Wool, Acrylic
Artisan Hand-Knotted Tibetan Wool and Silk Rug In Terracotta Abstract Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning Modern Tibetan wool and silk rug is a masterpiece of contemporary textile art, hand-knotted with meticulous craftsmanship. The rug’s palette is a luxurious blend of dee...
Wool, Silk
8.3x12.5 Ft Dark Green Color Handmade Large Area Rug, Modern Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Wool, Cotton
$19,120Sale Price|20% Off
Modern Striped Designed Tibetan Wool and Silk Rug In Burgundy Color
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Tibetan weave rug captivates with its golden stripes that instantly draw the eye. Crafted from premium Tibetan wool or silk, it showcases exquisite detailing and fe...
Wool, Silk
$17,760Sale Price / item|20% Off
Blue Modern Mahal Style Handmade Oversized Wool Rug With Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Introducing a modern classic, the Mahal-style wool rug, which makes a stunning addition to any space. This exquisite piece is hand-knotted with care, featuring a captivating all-over...
Wool
$1,889Sale Price / item|50% Off
9x12 Ft Modern Handmade Moroccan Style Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining t...
Wool
9'2"x11'10" Blue Sparrows on the Tree Peshawar 100% Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Bayern Blue, Sparrows on the Tree, Peshawar, 100% Wool, Soft Pile, Lush and Plush, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Conte...
Wool
Modern Tibetan Hand-Knotted Wool and Silk Geometric Grid Rug in Burnt Orange
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite Modern Tibetan rug is a masterclass in understated luxury and geometric precision. Hand-knotted by master weavers using a premium blend of hand-spun highland wool and ...
Wool, Silk
5.8x9.5 Ft Vintage Turkish Area Rug redyed in Blue Color for modern interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Wool, Cotton
10'x14' Denim Blue Hand Loomed Modern Design Tone on Tone Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Denim Blue, Soft Wool, Hand Loomed, Modern Design, Tone on Tone, Oriental Rug. It has been Loomed for months and months in the centuries-old wea...
Wool
$1,399Sale Price / item|50% Off
8x10 Ft Modern Moroccan style Handmade Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan berber beni ourain rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining the allu...
Wool
$5,360Sale Price|20% Off
9 x 12 Modern Savannah Style Handmade Wool Rug With Geometric Pattern In Orange
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand-knotted wool rug features a contemporary design with a meticulously crafted field in goldenrod, rust, gray, and blue tones, adorned with intricate geometric patterns. This...
Wool
$539Sale Price|55% Off
5x12 Ft Vintage Wool Runner. Kitchen Rug. Entryway Rug. Corridor Rug. Stair Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Wool, Cotton
$3,285 / item
Dove Gray Brianne Rug
Located in Milan, IT
In a soft neutral tone, the Dove Gray Brianne Rug catches the eye with its subtle juxtaposition of a matte-effect frame and shiny center. Handloomed in Himal...
Textile, Wool
6x9.6 Ft Vintage Turkish Area Rug redyed in Green Color for modern interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Wool, Cotton
5.5x9 Ft Vintage Turkish Area Rug dyed in Blue Color for contemporary interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Wool, Cotton
$1,679Sale Price / item|40% Off
Modern Handmade Moroccan Rug in Sage Green, Blue, Brown. 100% Wool. Custom Opt.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A Moroccan Berber design contemporary hand-knotted rug made of organic wool in a sophisticated, warm and earthy color palette of olive green, brown and light blue. It features an all-over design of lozenge-shaped, wide-edged lattices and two lateral borders with a braided look. This beautifully rendered plush carpet...
Wool
10 x 14 Modern Brown Wool and Jute Rug With Abstract Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handwoven in India, this modern wool rug features a warm, earthy palette of horizontal stripes in rich brown tones. Its minimalist design and natural texture make it a versatile choi...
Wool, Jute
$728Sale Price / item|20% Off
Irregular Abstract Modern Rug Green ' Misshapes ' by RAGHOME
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Contact us for custom size and design Expanding Misshapes’ colorway to capture the soothing shades of analogous greens, reminiscent of vast forests and grasslands. Green Misshapes:...
Acrylic, Yarn
$2,715 / item
Il Volo Carpet by Fede Cheti
By Amini
Located in Milan, IT
Exuding an elegant allure, this softly and meticulously handwoven carpet will infuse a warm and intimate ambiance in a contemporary interior. Designed by Fede Cheti, it features deli...
Textile
6.3x9.4 Ft Contemporary Medallion Design Area Rug in Blue, Handknotted in Turkey
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Wool, Cotton
Flexibility Required New Zealand Wool Unique Tapestry Rug By Miranda Makaroff
Located in New York, NY
Flexibility Required by Miranda Makaroff H 53" x W 80" 100% New Zealand Wool Unique Shipping is not included. See our shipping policies. Please contact us for shipping quotes and...
Wool
$533Sale Price / item|40% Off
Contemporary Moroccan-Style Beni Ourain Inspired Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, 4x6 ft
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This contemporary hand-knotted rug was made by our skilled weaving team in Turkey, inspired by the timeless elegance of Moroccan tribal designs. The rug features a warm ivory ground ...
Wool
$646Sale Price|40% Off
6.3x9.6 Ft Vintage Hand Knotted Turkish Wool Area Rug Overdyed in Gray Color
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage hand-knotted Turkish area rug re-dyed in gray color. Finely hand knotted, low wool pile on cotton foundation. Deep washed. Sturdy and can be used on a high traffic area, su...
Wool, Cotton
Perfect Plain Rug Collection Color Choco in Bamboo Silk by Djoharian Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Perfect Plain rug Collection color choco in bamboo silk by Djoharian Design This contemporary plain rug design from the Djoharian Collection is han...
Silk
$2,160Sale Price / item|20% Off
Irregular Shape Abstract Blue Handtufted Rug 'Frozen Land' by RAG HOME
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Just in: 'Frozen Lands,' a tufted rug that recalls memories of northeast Greenland beneath ironclad snow. Its colors: a muted blue borrowed from the gaping silence of frozen water, a...
Acrylic, Yarn
$379Sale Price / item|20% Off
Patchwork Union Jack Rug, Handcrafted from Overdyed Vintage Turkish Carpets
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This bold Union Jack patchwork rug is masterfully handcrafted from carefully selected vintage Turkish carpets that have been overdyed in rich shades of red, blue, and ivory. Each fra...
Wool, Cotton
$900 / item
Abstract Modern Rug by RAG HOME
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Inspired by children's doodles and their first ventures into drawing and coloring, this rug transforms those playful sketches into a large, tactile canvas. A delightful color palette...
Wool, Acrylic
$3,880Sale Price|20% Off
Modern Savannah Handmade Wool Rug With Geometric Pattern In Goldenrod
Located in Norwalk, CT
This elegant hand-knotted wool rug features a contemporary design. It showcases a meticulously crafted field in goldenrod, rust, gray, and green tones adorned with intricate geometri...
Wool
$1,200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Turkish Handmade Patchwork Rug – Union Jack Design in Overdyed Vintage Carpets
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Handmade Turkish Patchwork Rug – Union Jack Design in Overdyed Vintage Carpets This handmade Turkish patchwork rug features a bold reinterpretation of the Union Jack flag, crafted f...
Wool, Cotton
$1,800 / item
Mossy Terrain Rug in Green and Beige by RAG home
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
“Mossy Terrain” to reflect its organic, nature-inspired design. It resembles the textures of moss, lichen, and earthy landscapes, making it a perfect statement piece for a cozy, natu...
Wool, Acrylic
Tibetan Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk Rug Abstract Modern Geometric in Gray and Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This striking contemporary rug was hand-knotted in Nepal using the high-quality Tibetan weaving technique. It features a bold abstract geometric design rendered in a sophisticated pa...
Wool, Silk
The Verdant Odyssey: A Vintage Persian Gabbeh Masterpiece of Pastoral Fantasy
Located in Dallas, TX
61512 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 03'04 x 04'10. This hand-knotted vintage Persian Gabbeh rug is a triumph of artistic freedom—an expressive, modern-feeling pastoral landscape create...
Wool
$3,285 / item
Gold Brianne Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The Gold Brianne rug is a high-design and handloomed rug made in Himalayan wool and viscose. Characterized by a juxtaposition of its shiny center and ma...
Wool, Textile
Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Silk
$7,800Sale Price|25% Off
12'x15' Brown Wool Pure Silk Roman Mosaic Design Hand Knotted Oversized Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Ivory with a Mix of Brown, Wool and Pure Silk, Broken Roman Mosaic Design, Oversized, Hand Knotted Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Pure Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inche...
Silk
$1,248Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Style Irregular Shapes Wool Rug 'Jane Says' by RAG Home
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Modern Style Irregular Shapes Wool Rug 'Jane Says' by RAG Home combined with Maroon Terracotta and Tosca Original Designed by Rannisa Soray...
Wool
$1,168Sale Price / item|20% Off
'Mis-Shapes' Contemporary Irregular Abstract Shape Hand Tufted Rug by RAG Home
By RAG home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
'Mis-Shapes' Contemporary irregular abstract shape hand-tufted rug A combination of neatness and abstraction. A fluid patterns and shades of primary colors from vibrant to pastel, ...
Wool
$870Sale Price|40% Off
Turkish Oushak Rug Orange & Lavender Medallion Handwoven Wool Rug 3'1" x 5'8"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Orange & Lavender Medallion Handwoven Wool Rug 3'1" x 5'8" Measuring 3'1" x 5'8", this handwoven Turkish Oushak rug features bold medallion motifs framed by a geo...
Wool
A Woodland Reverie: Vintage Persian Gabbeh of Verdant Harmony & Artisanal Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
61505 Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug, 07'07 x 09'03. There is a rare magic in Gabbeh weaving—an intimacy between artisan and landscape that few textiles ever achieve. This vintage Persia...
Wool
$12,240Sale Price|20% Off
10 x 14 Contemporary Wool and Silk Rug With Multicolored Abstract Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary hand-knotted rug boasts a breathtaking abstract design in vibrant hues that effortlessly draws the eye. Crafted from high-quality wool or silk, it features a gray b...
Wool, Silk
$900 / item
Off White Abstract Rug by Edward Fields
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1999 Off white wool abstract rug by Edward Fields Inc. In original vintage condition shows minor wear consistent with age. Two available. Measurements: 60” Wide, 36” Deep, 1” Hi...
Wool
1950s Handwoven Vintage Swedish Rölakan Tapestry Monogrammed Éva Németh
Located in Dallas, TX
78731 Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Tapestry, 03'11 x 05'09. Signed by Weaver: Eva Nemeth (Hungarian Textile Artist - Mid-century Designer). Abrash....
Wool
$1,679Sale Price / item|40% Off
8x10 Ft Hand-Knotted Moroccan Tulu Rug. 100% Natural Wool. Custom Options Avali.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
100% Natural Hand-Spun Wool of finest quality. These hand-knotted rugs are produced from scratch in our atelier located in Central Anatolia, famous for being one of the world's olde...
Wool