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Turkish Rugs For Sale
4x6.8 Ft Handknotted Vintage Rug with Beige Background and Green Floral Pattern
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

3.9x8.4 Ft Vintage Handmade Floral Patterned Turkish Rug in Red, Blue & Beige
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage Turkish rug. Finely hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on cotton foundation. Very good condition. Sturdy and as clean as a brand new rug (deep washed professionally).
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Soft Red Traditional Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 1920s Turkish Sivas rug. Measures: 17" x 17".
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20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Foam

21st Century Turkish Oushak 9X12 Gold, Ivory & Slate Blue Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs presents a 21st-century Turkish Oushak 9x12 Handmade Area Rug. Oushak Weavings began in a location just south of Istanbul, in a region that was to become the Rugs n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan-Style Light Blue Handmade Tribal Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful contemporary Moroccan-style hand-knotted wool rug with a light blue field. This piece has multi-color accents in a gorgeous midcentury-inspired tribal design. This rug mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Gabbeh Tribal Rug in Brown with Red, Green & Gray Borders by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage 4x5 Persian Gabbeh rug in the latest entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960. On the Design: This piece emanates a...
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1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug with Bohemian Tribal Style, Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
51320, vintage Turkish striped Kilim rug with Bohemian Tribal style, flat-weave rug. This handwoven wool vintage Turkish striped Kilim rug features double colored bands in alternatin...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Worn Turkish Prayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An interesting Turkish Anatolian worn prayer rug. Measures: 2'10'' x 4'1''.
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20th Century Turkish Agra Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 10' x 11' #347
Located in Houston, TX
Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 10' x 11' #347 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces, where elegance meets functional...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, Anatolian Prayer Rug with Modern Rustic Cabin Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52755, vintage Turkish Oushak rug, Anatolian Prayer rug with modern rustic cabin style. Immersed in Anatolian history and refined colors, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish praye...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

1960's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
73289 Vintage Turkish Rug, 05'03 x 07'11. In this captivating hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish rug, the sleek lines of Midcentury Modern design intersect with the inviting warmth of artisan craftsmanship. Against a neutral tan backdrop, the composition unfolds into two distinct compartments, each telling its own unique story. In one compartment, bold stripes traverse from side to side, creating a sense of movement and dynamism that draws the eye and sparks curiosity. In the other compartment, a mesmerizing pattern emerges, with a concentric cube...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Aesthetic Movement Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Patchwork Kilim Rug, Wabi-Sabi Meets Masculine Appeal
Located in Dallas, TX
51064 Vintage Turkish Patchwork Kilim Rug, 08'04 X 10'01. Emanating masculine appeal and Wabi-Sabi style, this vintage Turkish patchwork rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty....
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Late 20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Goat Hair, Cotton

Nice Mid Century Turkish square Kars rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century Turkish square rug with beautiful geometrical design and nice colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxu...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kazak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 3'1" x 13'9" #723
Located in Houston, TX
Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 3'1" x 13'9" #723 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces, where elegance meets functio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Antique Turkish Tree of Life Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
74049 Antique Turkish Oushak Tree of Life Rug, 04'09 x 06'05. Turkish Oushak Tree of Life rugs are traditional handwoven rugs originating from the Oushak region of Turkey, renowned f...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

20th Century Tribal Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period. Historians attributed to them many of the great masterpieces of early Turkish...
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20th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Agra Style Rug in Red, Gold, and Green Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool, this 11x12 rug is from a new line of Rug & Kilim’s Modern Classics Collection, inspired by vintage and antique Agra rug designs. On the Design: Rich b...
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2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Djoharian Collection Heriz Azeri Rug large Palace size 20 x 16 ft - 600 x 490 cm
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A Turkish Azeri rug in Heriz style Palace size 20 x 16 ft - 600 x 490 cm Bakhshaish design. Size: 20 x 16 ft / 600 x 490 cm. Construction: Hand-kn...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Heriz Serapi Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Kilim Sivas Turkey, 19th Century - N° 698
Located in Paris, FR
N° 698 - Kilim Sivas handmade in Turkey in 19th century High quality, beautiful graphics and remarkable finesse. Perfect state of preservation. Measures: 135 x 110 cm.      
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Mid-19th Century Turkestan Kilim Antique Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Turkish Oushak Rug Handmade Wool Purple Floral Blue 6'5" x 9'6"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Handmade Wool Purple Floral Blue 6'5" x 9'6" This elegant Turkish Oushak rug, meticulously handwoven by skilled artisans, blends traditional craftsmanship with a ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool

5x8 ft Hand-Knotted Medallion Design Vintage Turkish Area Rug in Brown Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Turkish carpet from 1960s featuring a medallion design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floor, in ...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

3x12.3 Ft Vintage Runner Rug in Soft Colors. One of a Kind, Handmade, 100% Wool.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A hand-knotted vintage Turkish runner rug for hallway decor. The rug is made of medium wool pile on wool foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floor, in very good condition wi...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Country Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Turkish Anatolian Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
MId 20th Century Turkish Anatolian One of a kind Tribal Rug 2'7'' x 3'10''
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Turkish Rugs

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Wool

4.8x8 Ft Turkish Floor Rug in Jam Purple & Violet, Handmade Carpet for Kitchen
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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Red Geometric Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim with a colorful repetitive geometric design on a vivid red colored ground.
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20th Century Turkish Balkan Turkish Rugs

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Wool

1960s Orange & Blue Vintage Turkish Rug 3'3" x 6'4"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a one-of-a-kind vintage Turkish hand-knotted wool rug, carefully crafted by skilled artisans using traditional techniques passed down through generations. This exquisite ...
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1960s Turkish Tribal Vintage Turkish Rugs

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Wool

New Modern Colorful Oushak Carpet with Transitional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80969 New Modern Colorful Oushak Rug Runner, 02'10 x 09'04. This hand-knotted wool modern Oushak rug runner from Pakistan is a jubilant tribute to the spirit of Anatolian craftsmanship, reinterpreted through the lens of modern color and form. With its spirited palette of blush rose, sunflower gold, sky blue, pistachio green, and lavender gray, the Oushak runner captures the energy of a folk festival, its hues harmonizing like musical notes strung along a loom. Every inch of this radiant piece is infused with the vitality of cultural storytelling, woven in a language both symbolic and celebratory. The design centers around a series of stacked gul medallions, their geometric edges softened by the surrounding colors and subtle abrash in the wool. These hooked medallions, reminiscent of protective talismans and ancient tribal motifs, pulse with life, their interiors shimmering with stepped contours and stylized eye symbols. Radiating outward from these central shapes are intricate hooked forms and playful motifs, each one seemingly in conversation with the next, forming a rhythmic composition that draws the eye down the runner’s path like footprints in sand. Framing this vibrant core is a layered border system teeming with charm and detail. The outer band is adorned with miniature rosettes, stylized tulips, and tiny chalice-like emblems—symbols deeply rooted in the decorative arts of the Ottoman world. Meanwhile, the broader inner sawtooth border explodes with festive energy, featuring interlocking shapes in nature-inspired tones. Together, they create a feeling of containment and continuity, a vivid contrast to the openness and dynamism of the inner field. Ideal for hallways, stair landings, or intimate architectural transitions, this modern colorful Oushak runner...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bohemian Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Ivory Antique Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind rug pillow made from a late 19th-century Turkish ghiordes rug with cotton back and zipper closure. Measures: 15" x 16".  
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19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Linen

6x9.8 Ft Green Wool Area Rug for Modern Interiors. Hand-Knotted 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...
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1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Baluch Tribal Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A tribal kilim by the Baluch weavers in their traditional design, color palette and technique: bands decorated in various brocading techniques alternating with plain multi-colored st...
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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Baluch Tribal Kilim
Baluch Tribal Kilim
$1,724 Sale Price
20% Off
5.2x7.3 Ft Antique Turkish Bergama Rug, Ca 1920
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An antique Turkish rug from West Anatolia. Measures: 5.2 x 7.5 ft 100% wool. Soft, medium pile. Sturdy and can be used on a high traffic area, suitable for both residential and com...
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1920s Turkish Oushak Vintage Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Persian Style Wool Rug Soft Pinks and Browns
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Lovely vintage rug, colors are faded pinks, creams, browns, with tassel ends. Tassels are worn and some longer than others. Subtle markings shown in the photos, area of the rug where...
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20th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Custom Made Hand Knotted 100% Wool Moroccan Rug
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
100% wool hand knotted / hand made Moroccan rug Color: Sand, beige, brown, chocolate Size: 8’5” x 9’6 Natural earthy colors look great with all styles, and will compliment any roo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Large Vintage Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large floor size pillow made from a mid-20th century Turkish rug.
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Baroque Revival Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Foam

Distressed Turkish Sivas Rug with Shabby Chic English Country Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52018 Distressed Turkish Sivas Rug with Shabby Chic English Country Cottage Style. With the perfect mix of romance and simplicity, this hand-knotted wool distressed vintage Turkish S...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Country Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Turkish Oushak Rug Oriental Handmade 4'2" x 6'1" #2327
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug Oriental Handmade 4'2" x 6'1" #2327 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool

8x12 Ft Decorative Pink Large Rug for Modern Interiors, Handmade 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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

3.5x6.6 Ft Decorative Turkish Royal Purple Rug, Modern Handmade Small 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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

3.8x6.8 Ft Purple Area Rug, Handmade Kitchen Rug, Decorative 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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Oversized Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
78305 Oversized Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 20'03 x 25'06. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Hand knotted wool. Made in Turkey. Measures: 20'03 x 25'06. Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 20 x 26 Rug...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Rugs

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Wool

5.3x8 Ft Orange Area Rug, Handmade Floor Covering, Decorative 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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

"Tulu" Rug with Flowers and Greek Key Border
Located in New York, NY
"Tulu" rug with flowers and Greek key border. A very elegant Turkish village rug, with thick and incredibly soft pile, featuring somewhat realisticall...
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1950s Turkish Vintage Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Turkish Deco Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A Turkish deco inspired Kilim flat-weave with a zebra-like motif in predominant shades cream, beige and brown. 4'6'' x 6'3''
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Antique Rugs, Handmade Carpet, Heriz Large Living Room Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
Step into history with our antique rugs collection, where every thread whispers tales of the past. Crafted meticulously by hand-knotting techniques, these large living room rugs epit...
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Turkish Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Boho Colorful 20th Century Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Colorful mid-20th century Turkish flat-weave Kilim. Measures: 4'11'' x 8'1''
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20th Century Turkish Bohemian Turkish Rugs

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Wool

5.3x8.5 Ft Vintage Rug Overdyed in Red Color. Ideal for Contemporary Interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your space with the bold and captivating presence of a Handmade Turkish Area Rug Overdyed in Red. This exquisite rug embodies the rich heritage of Turkish craftsmanship, comb...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Turkish Kilim Rug Made of Antique Wool with Colored Diamond Mesh Detail
Located in Dallas, TX
New Turkish rug handwoven from wool taken from antique fine carpets. It’s a traditional Kilim weaving featuring a diamond mesh pattern in vibrant colors over an ivory field. It’s a s...
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2010s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Gallery Rug with Traditional Style, Wide Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
52253 Vintage Turkish Oushak Gallery Rug with Traditional Style, Wide Hallway Runner 04'08 x 10'04. Warm and inviting, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak gallery rug featu...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Northwest Persian Rug Color-Block Lattice Pattern in Sky Blue and Brick
Located in New York, NY
This antique hand-knotted Northwest Persian rug is distinguished by its rare color-blocked lattice pattern, composed of alternating geometric medallions in shades of sky blue, pistac...
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1950s Vintage Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Tulu Handmade Multicolor Geometric Abstract Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Tulu handmade wool rug with a multicolor field. This Vintage rug has beige small fringes featuring a gorgeous all-over geometric abstract art design. This rug measures: ...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Expressionist Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Pastel Blue Colorful Geometric Design Handwoven Wool Turkish Oushak Rug 4'x5'10"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This modern Turkish Oushak rug is a stunning piece of art that has been handwoven using traditional techniques by skilled artisans. The rug features intricate patterns and a soft col...
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2010s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Wide Hallway Runner with Spanish Revival Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52502 Vintage Turkish Oushak Wide Hallway Runner with Spanish Revival Style 04'11 x 13'01. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runner features five floral lobed medallions ...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Spanish Colonial Turkish Rugs

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Wool

5.7x9 Ft Decorative Pink Area Rug for Modern Interiors, 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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Turkish Oushak Vintage Inspired Square Neutral Rug
Located in New York, NY
Muted Turkish Oushak one of a kind square rug in very muted brown and yellow tones. Even medium pile condition throughout Measures: 5'9'' x 7'1''.
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Late 20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Light Green Antique Oushak 19th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal antique Turkish Oushak rug with a warm green field color and pink border. The weave is the best of its kind. 6'3'' x 9' Antique Turkish Oushak rugs are extremely decorative in nature. Their larger scale patterns, along with their soft and decorative coloration, make these rugs extremely sought after by the trend-setters and taste-makers in the interior design trade...
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Late 19th Century Turkish Country Antique Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug with Modern Cabin Style, Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
51333, vintage Turkish striped Kilim rug with Bohemian Tribal style, flat-weave rug. This handwoven wool vintage Turkish striped Kilim rug features double colored bands with symbolic...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs

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Wool

7.5x10.5 Ft Vintage Handmade Turkish Area Rug in Grey 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...
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20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

6.2x9 Ft Flat-Weave Vintage Turkish Wool Kilim Rug, Hand-Woven Floor Covering
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This authentic hand-woven rug made to be used by the villagers in Central Anatolia. 100% organic wool. Good condition and cleaned professionally. Ideal for both residential and comme...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Tribal Style Boho Chic Flat-Weave Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
51283, vintage Turkish Kilim rug with tribal style boho chic flat-weave Kilim rug. This handwoven wool vintage Turkish Kilim rug features a series of stripes and bands with symbolic ...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Rooster Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish mat size rug depicting a rooster on an ivory field. Measures: 1'6" x 1'11''.
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1970s Folk Art Vintage Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Antique and Vintage Turkish Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs: Shop Authentic Oushak Rugs, Bergama Carpets and Other Turkish Rugs

Antique and vintage Turkish rugs, with their ruby reds and misted blues, their entwined botanical designs and rhythmic geometries, are as beloved today as they were in the 13th century, when the Turks of the Seljuk Empire began weaving these vibrant carpets in Anatolia.

A Turkish rug is simply one made in Turkey or the former Ottoman empire, employing the region’s unique traditional methods and weaves. Varieties range from flat-woven kilims to lush knotted rugs, known as hali, many of which are created with Ghiordes, or Turkish, knots. Whereas in other knots, the weft (crosswise) yarn is wrapped around one warp (lengthwise) yarn, in Ghiordes knots, it is wrapped around two, imparting lushness and durability. In addition to knotting techniques, Turkish rugs differ in their motifs — naturalistic or stylized, geometric or figurative — which often reflect the region where they were made.

The main types of Turkish rugs, as Milan-based carpet dealer Alfredo Levi explains it, are kilim, typified by a plain slit-tapestry weave, which leaves a gap, or slit, between sections woven with different yarns in different colors; sumak, made with weft wrapping, for a sturdier flat-woven carpet; and cicim, which he describes as “a type of sumak with extra brocade techniques typical of the tribes and villages of central Anatolia.

Within each type, there are various regional styles. Among these are Bergama carpets, characterized by bright reds and strong medallions; thick-piled Tulu rugs; and Konya rugs, which Marco Polo is said to have called “the most beautiful in the world.” With their strong tribal motifs and hot-red wefts of especially luxurious wool, Konya carpets are especially prized by collectors.

Also treasured are Oushak (or Ushak) rugs, with their complex, intricate designs and warm earth tones of saffron, cinnamon, blue, ivory and gold; and Hereke carpets, originally created exclusively for Ottoman sultans, using the finest silk. For Jason Nazmiyal, of New York carpet dealer Nazmiyal Antique Rugs, “a good Turkish rug is when the colors are harmonious.” This is true of both modern and antique Turkish rugs, but the hues have changed over the centuries, thanks to both technology and changes in culture and taste.

Patterns, too, have evolved. Although many weavers continue to produce traditional designs, others reinterpret their cultural heritage in contemporary terms, with bolder ornamentation and more geometric motifs. Contemporary Turkish rugs also are seldom made by hand and often incorporate synthetics into the weave, for cost-effectiveness and a durability suited to 21st-century life.

Find antique and vintage Turkish rugs for your home on 1stDibs. At The Study, read about how to take care of your antique or vintage rug as well as how to choose the right rug for your space.

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