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Modern Western European Rugs

MODERN STYLE

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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.

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Style: Modern
Bubbles Colourful Modern Irregular Circle Rug Standard Size
Located in London, GB
Bubbles is a multicoloured area rug entirely handmade in pure wool by artisan weavers, playfully using colour as if it is made of translucent paper. This natural wool area rug is a p...
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2010s British Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bobyrug’s Beautiful New Hand Knotted, modern Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning contemporary rug, a wonderful piece with modern abstract design, this rug boasts pretty colors. Crafted with precision, and is entirely hand-knotted using a bl...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk, Cotton

cc-tapis Cinquecento Roverella Rug by Studio Klass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave, a Himalayan wool and pure silk, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Beige Pink Blue Gold Geometric
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically handwoven in the finest wool and bamboo silk yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native of this region. Ea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Bamboo

"Window" Hand Tufted Rug by Tisca Switzerland 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
Add a touch of modern elegance to any room with this vintage Tisca rug. Made in Switzerland in the 1990s, this rug will brighten up any space. Measuring 200 cm long and 200 cm wide, ...
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1990s Swiss Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Rug in Light Blue White & Pink Stripes
Located in Madrid, ES
This Paddle Dhurrie rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which defines the design. Each rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Large 'Shade' Hand-Loomed Outdoor Rug for Nanimarquina
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Shade' Hand-Loomed Outdoor rug for Nanimarquina. The 'Shade' collection is inspired by magical moments in nature where colors melt elegantly into one another and speak for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Modern HandTufted Wool Rug Made in Spain White Gold Blue Pink Sun Abstract
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handmade in Spain using the hand tufted technique. We use only the finest natural yarns, 100% pure virgin wool with a thickness of 15mm. - Customize in any size and in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Naive Jungle Animals Green Wool Rug For Children Room
Located in Pasadena, CA
Bold and inspiring, the beautiful design of this rug are sure to add something new and fresh to any decor. Bringing a touch of playfulness to your children room...
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Early 2000s American Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Ariadna Miquel and Nani Marquina 'Earth' Rug in Jute 200 x 300cm in Cream
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ariadna Miquel and Nani Marquina 'Earth' Rug in Jute. New, current production. Created with jute, this hand-knotted rug with tight loops evokes the textures of the Earth, appealing ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Ariadna Miquel and Nani Marquina 'Earth' Rug in Jute 200 x 300cm in Ochre
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ariadna Miquel and Nani Marquina 'Earth' Rug in Jute. New, current production. Created with jute, this hand-knotted rug with tight loops evokes the textures of the Earth, appealing ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Modern Hand Tufted Wool Rug Made in Spain Turquoise and White Stars
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handmade in Spain using the hand tufted technique, 21st century. We use only the finest natural yarns, 100% pure virgin wool with a thickness of 15mm. This design has bee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Modern Abstract Design Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk and wool rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Handwoven Jute Carpet Rug in Ivory & Light Brown Valance Serenity
Located in Madrid, ES
This jute rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest jute yarns by artisans in India, using a traditional weaving technique of this area. As its handwoven in natural fibre yarns...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Rug Behind - Geometric Handknotted Cream Beige Wool in Pink Black by Carpets CC
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Behind" Behind is made of hand spun and natural dyed Afghan wool, which gives an abrashed and rustic look. The lines are juxtaposed to give a behind effect. Carpets CC...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bobyrug’s Beautiful New Hand Knotted, modern Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning contemporary rug, a wonderful piece with modern abstract design, this rug boasts pretty colors. Crafted with precision, and is entirely hand-knotted using a bl...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave & High Pile Wool Rug Kilim Ivory Bitcoin Face
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which defines the design. This is a flat-weave ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Modern 20th Century Tibetan Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
A beautiful modern Tibetan rug late 20th century with a beautiful decorative design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience th...
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Late 20th Century Tibetan Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis Visioni B Undyed Rug by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cc-Tapis icons are presented in an entirely undyed mood. Bringing a natural warmth to the avant-garde aesthetic of the brand, with each rug expressing its singularity through its n...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Eyes Blue
Located in Madrid, ES
Eyes is an Rocío Leon's desing for Kilombo Home. This rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Ege Rya Scandinavian rug in a Fiery Abstract Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 9x12 Scandinavian rug is a rare Ega Rya rug in the new additions to Rug & Kilim’s classic collection. Hand-knotted in lush, high p...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nice Modern and Abstract Design Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful contemporary rug with a beautiful design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with Tibetan knots with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug Beige Wool Dhurrie Modern Geometric Neutral Brown Earth handmade carpet
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "31st October Beige" "31st October" was made on ALL Saint's Day from a Halloween inspiration. As i love geometric design , its made in a ge...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

OCI Triptych S, Composition of 3 Rugs 100% Wool / Green/Brick by Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
Composition of 3 100% New Zealand wool rugs Designed by Seraina Lareida Made in Italy Oci Triptych is a composition of three rugs that combined toget...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Handwoven Polypropylene Outdoor Rug Carpet MachuPicchu Yellow Orange Blue
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically hand woven in polypropylene yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native of this region. It´s resistant to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

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.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Beautiful Afghan Modern Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful rug with nice modern design and beautiful colors with red, blue and green, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Afghan Modern Design Rug
Beautiful Afghan Modern Design Rug
$1,801 Sale Price
20% Off
cc-tapis Rug Cage Undyed by Faye Toogood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Born in France. Designed in Milan. Produced in Nepal. cc-tapis is an Italian company which produces contemporary hand-knotted rugs which are created in Nepal by expert Tibetan artisans. The company was founded by Nelcya Chamszadeh and Fabrizio Cantoni in France who have been producing hand-knotted rugs in Nepal for over 18 years. In 2011 cc-tapis moved to Milan where the company is now based and a team of designers lead by Daniele Lora, art-director and partner, innovate through a new approach to traditional methods. A strong respect for the materials and for the culture of this ancient craft is reflected in the company’s eco-friendly approach to every step of production, ranging from the hand spinning of the softest Himalayan wool to the use of purified rainwater for the washing of the final products, making each one of cc-tapis rugs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

cc-tapis Pure Trace D'aubusson Full Rug by cc-tapis Desiogn Lab
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Traces D’Aubusson in a fully dyed version. Roles are reversed as the classic design which is knotted in a blend of Himalayan wool and silk is highlighted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Cotton

cc-tapis Moire' Collection Splash Lilac Rug by by Objects of Common Interest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The starting point and inspiration for Objects of Common Interest comes from the observation of landscapes and natural materials but specifically how they transform through erosion a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Modern Abstract Design Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk and wool rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

New Modern Abstract Design Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk and wool rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Hand Tufted Wool Rug Made in Spain White, Green, Pink Light & Dark Blue
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handmade in Spain using the hand tufted technique. We use only the finest natural yarns, 100% pure virgin wool with a thickness of 15mm. - Customize in any size and in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Modern Abstract Design Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk and wool rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Rug Uncle Theodore - Wool Black Beige, Neutral, Lines, Portrait Handmade Carpet
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Uncle Theodore" from The Uncle Collection The Uncle collection was inspired from a carpet project working with lines and personality. Theodore is the first uncle ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

New Modern Abstract Design Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk and wool rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Modern Handwoven FlatWeave Wool Kilim Rug Black Gold Purple Blue Geometric
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically handwoven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native of this region. Each rug is handwo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

New Modern Abstract Design Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful modern design silk and wool rug with beautiful abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with silk and wool velvet on cotton foundation
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

cc-tapis Contemporary Razor Standard Rug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave, Himalayan wool and bamboo silk pile, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 individual knots per square meter approximately. The sale of every rug supports cc-for education. Size: 7.5' x 9.8' ft. A (125.000 knots/sqm approximate) Razor is inspired by the razzle dazzle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Rug & Kilim’s Tudor Style Flatweave Runner, with Crests and Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
An exciting addition to the contemporary Rug & Kilim collection, this 3x14 Tudor style flatweave runner rug features crests and floral patterns in green, beige/brown and blue, across the field. On the design: Connoisseurs will admire this contemporary flatweave as inspired by English Tudor tapestries...
Category

2010s English Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Eyes Mustard
Located in Madrid, ES
Eyes is a Rocío Leon's design for Kilombo Home. This rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Tisca Meda Hand-Tufted Wool Rug 1980s France
Located in Debrecen, HU
Bring a touch of refined modernism to your interior with this stunning vintage Tisca rug, measuring 150x160 cm. Crafted in the 1980s using the brand’s renowned hand-tufted technique,...
Category

1980s French Vintage Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Blue Green Yellow Seaweed Colorful
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically handwoven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native of this region. Each rug is handwo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Modern Flat-Weave & High Pile Handwoven Wool Kilim Rug Bitcoin Face Ivory
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which defines the design. This is a flat-weave ru...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

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.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

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.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Modern Hand Loomed Viscose Rug Carpet Cubes Dark Grey White Brown Green
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handloomed and printed in Northern India. We use only the finest yarns, 100% viscose with a thickness of 8mm. - Customize in any size and in any color upon request. - V...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Synthetic

Modern Jute Handwoven Carpet Rug by Kilombo Home in Pink
Located in Madrid, ES
This jute rug has been ethically handwoven in the finest jute yarns by artisans in Northern India, using a traditional weaving technique of this area. Each rug is handwoven with irre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Modern Handwoven Wool Rug Carpet Tartan Green, Terracotta & White
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool yarns by artisans in north of India, using a traditional weaving technique which defines the design. Each rug is handwoven w...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful contemporary rug with a beautiful design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with Tibetan knots with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
$11,852 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful contemporary rug with a beautiful design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with Tibetan knots with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
$6,637 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful contemporary rug with a beautiful design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with Tibetan knots with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis MDV Collection S IN S/S by Marco De Vincenzo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Together with Marco De Vincenzo, cc-tapis decided to undertake the challenge of translating his iconic lurex textiles into a rug. Lurex is a material which is very rarely used in t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Acrylic

Modern Handwoven Jute Carpet Rug by Kilombo Home Ivory
Located in Madrid, ES
This jute rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest jute yarns by artisans in Northern India, using a traditional weaving technique of this area. Each rug is handwoven with irr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Jute

Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful contemporary rug with a beautiful design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with Tibetan knots with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Modern Silk and Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice modern rug with an abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with hand carded wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
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2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Oldie Black Spot Rug by cc-tapis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave and a Himalayan wool, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. Created with a spec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Beautiful Modern Silk and Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice modern rug with an abstract design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with hand carded wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Modern western european rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern western european rugs 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 western european rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern western european rugs made in a specific country, there are Asia, South Asia, and India pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original western european rugs, popular names associated with this style include cc-tapis, Nanimarquina, The Rug Company, and Deanna Comellini. 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 western european rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $375 and tops out at $16,480 while the average work can sell for $3,528.

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