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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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.
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Style: Modern
cc-tapis Lapse 3 Tempore Collection by Duccio Maria Gambi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tempore, Latin term denoting a temporary or provisional period. The starting point for the creative process of a collection of hand-knotted rugs made of Himalayan wool evoking a temp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Extra Large 'Tres Stripes' Hand-Loomed Rug for Nanimarquina
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra Large 'Tres Stripes' hand-loomed rug for Nanimarquina.
Fabricated from a natural blend of New Zealand wool, felt, and cotton, 'Tres' is a traditi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool, Felt, Cotton
cc-tapis Hello Sonia! Rhapsody 2 in Light Green by Studiopepe
By Studiopepe, cc-tapis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Geometric elements, evoking the avant-garde textiles of the early 1900s, a theme which runs through the whole Hello Sonia Family, are now arranged harmoniously in a musical score...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Small 'Tres Texture' Hand-Loomed Rug for Nanimarquina
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Tres Texture' hand-loomed rug for Nanimarquina.
Fabricated from a natural blend of New Zealand wool and felt, 'Tres Texture' is a traditional Indi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool, Felt
Epoca Due L Rug Royal-Blue and Brick 100% Wool by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
Epoca is a 100% top quality New Zealand wool tafted rug.
Exclusively manufactured in Venice, Italy for Portego.
It have been use the loop and velvet technique with different leng...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
cc-tapis Flatlandia Collection Cartesio Rug by Elena Salmistraro
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 coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 89.000 individual knots ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Cotton
OCI Center M, Rug 100% Wool / Brick Brown Light Pink by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% New Zealand wool rug
Designed by Seraina Lareida
Made in Italy
Oci right is one of the rug shape of the line easily adaptable to any type of space.
Walking on, you can fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Epoca Uno Rug M Blue and Lime /100% Wool by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
New Zealand wool tufted rug
Designed by Alissa + Nienke Studio
Made in Italy
Epoca is a 100% top quality New Zealand wool rugs collection that plays with overtones.
Its desi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
cc-tapis Rug Tapis Paysage Le Soir by Cristina Celestino for Maison Matisse
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 artis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Silk, Wool
cc-tapis Tidal Isle Round Rug by Germans Ermičs
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 pile, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 indivi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Oci Triptych S, Composition of 3 Rugs 100% Wool / Bordeaux Ecru Ocra by Portego
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 together it makes a single desig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Teklan Frame Wool Rug Mullberry Sky
Located in Stockholm, SE
This product is part of the Prism Palette collection, an exclusive collaboration between LAYERED and the Scandinavian visionary artist and designer Tekla Evelina Severin, known as Te...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Classic Solid Wool Rug Caramel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Solid Wool Rug is a classic rug-design. This rug is the perfect choice for anyone on the hunt for a durable and long-lasting rug with a classic elegant look.
Hand-made in 100% wool....
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Lilly Wool Rug Claret Red
Located in Stockholm, SE
Inspired by the female textile artists who led the way LAYERED is launching a collection that pays tribute to our crafting heritage. During the 20th century, in times when female ent...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug - Modern Handknotted Cream Beige Afghan Wool w/ Purple Violet Rustic Carpet
By Carpets CC
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Mohawk"
Mohawk is made from hand spun and natural dyed Afghan wool that gives a rustic look and soft feeling.
The mohawk line in the middle has a deep purple color an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug Uncle Theodore - Wool Black Beige, Neutral, Lines, Portrait Handmade Carpet
By Carpets CC
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
cc-tapis Night of a Hunter The Lions at Night Rug by Rooms Studio - IN STOCK
By Rooms Studio
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 pile coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 individual knots per square meter approximately. The sale of every rug supports cc-foreducation. Size: 9.8' x 7.5' ft. A (125.000 knots/sqm approx.)
Rugs are deeply rooted in Georgian culture and have been an inseparable part of everyday life for centuries. This is the story about the traditional Georgian rugs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Sottoportico L Full Colors Rug 100% Wool by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% top quality New Zealand wool tufted rug
Designed by Seraina Lareida
Made in Europe
The Sottoportico design is inspired by the porches destroyed by the Acqua Alta (high water-fl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug Ladies - Neutral Beige Afghan Carpet Handknotted Wool Face Red Lip Black
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Ladies"
This is from the "Sisters Collection" inspired by all the strong women in the world. The black lines form a strict graphics face o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Hair-on-hide Grey and Light Brown Modern Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Large hair-on-hide grey and light brown modern rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 17'5" × 18'3" (531 × 556 cm).
While some may think that genuine leather and animal hair don’t fit into ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Leather, Goat Hair
Sottovolto M Full Colors Rug 100% Wool by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% top quality New Zealand wool tufted rug
Designed by Seraina Lareida
Made in Italy
Sottovolto design is inspired by the view of the Venetian porches prospective, which they ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
OCI Center M, Rug 100% Wool / Yellow Deep Gray by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% New Zealand wool rug
Designed by Seraina Lareida
Made in Italy
Oci Right is one of the rug shape of the line easily adaptable to any type of space.
Walking on, you can fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
OCI Right Rug S, 100% Wool / Blue Brick by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% New Zealand wool rug
Designed by Seraina Lareida
Made in Italy
Oci Left is one of the rug shape of the line easily adaptable to any type of space.
Walking on, you can fee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Gelosie Coral and Ecru Rug 100% Wool by Portego / Extra Large
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% top quality New Zealand wool tufted rug
Designed by Alissa + Nienke Studio
Made in Italy
A simple design that hide a very complex touch of overlays and heights.
Gelosie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
OCI M Right Rug - 100% Wool / Pastel Pink Coral Brick by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% New Zealand wool rug
Designed by Seraina Lareida
Made in Italy
Oci Right is one of the rug shape of the line easily adaptable to any type of space.
Walking on, you can feel th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
OCI Center L-Rug 100% Wool or Bordeaux Ecru Ocra by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% New Zealand wool rug
Designed by Seraina Lareida
Made in Italy
Oci Right is one of the rug shape of the line easily adaptable to any type of space.
Walking on, you can fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug in Beige-Brown and Black Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rug & Kilim’s 7 x 10 modern take on traditional design, flanked by an elegant floral pattern joyfully filling the scale for a rich look. Hand knotted in fine quality wool, the rug bo...
Category
2010s Romanian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
cc-tapis MDV Collection in A/W by Marco De Vincenzo
By cc-tapis
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Acrylic
cc-tapis Fordite Collection Fordite B Rock Shaped Rug by Patricia Urquiola
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, pure silk, aloe pile and metallic fibers coming from the areas sur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Metallic Thread
Epoca Uno Rug Large Mustard and Brick /100% Wool by Portego
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
New Zealand wool tufted rug
Designed by Alissa + Nienke Studio
Made in Italy
Epoca is a 100% top quality New Zealand wool rugs collection that plays with overtones.
Its desig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
cc-tapis Cinquecento Mazzolino Rug by Studio Klass
By cc-tapis, 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
Silk, Wool, Cotton
Rug Geometric Carpet Wool Black Blue Green Circle white Lines Tufted handmade
By Carpets CC
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Back To Order" from Freedom Collection
This is the second carpet out of four from the "Freedom Collection" Inspired by Ms. Yeonomi Park's book about her escape from N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Agnes Runner Ivory and Green Contemporary Handwoven Wool Rug
Located in Istanbul, TR
AGNES, simple and minimal contemporary handwoven area rug collection is inspired by Agnes Martin's delicate lines and the Japanese philosophy of Ma. The collection conveys a sense of...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Gelosie Coral and Ecru Rug 100% Wool by Portego L
By Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
100% top quality New Zealand wool tufted rug
Designed by Alissa + Nienke Studio
Made in Italy
A simple design that hide a very complex touch of overlays and heights.
Gelosie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug Modern - Hand tufted Carpet Neutral Beige Brown Green Grey Geometric Wool
By Carpets CC
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Modern"
This carpet is hand/tufted in a strong minimalist design in neutral colors.
Sources of wool are New Zealand, Afghanistan, and Tibet. All of her carpets are h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Modern Abstract Design Rug Hand-Tufted Wool Viva Magenta & Black
Located in Porto, PT
Tapis Magenta #15 is a trendy viva magenta rug chosen for the Pantone color of 2023. The bold pinkish-red hue is brave, bright, and extremely beautiful, pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk, Natural Fiber
Tappeto design italiano rotondo sfumato by Deanna Comellini Ø 120cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"In-Canto Acquerello" è una scintillante collezione di tappeti contemporanei firmata Deanna Comellini. La collezione è tessuta a mano in fibra di viscosa di bambù sostenibile ed è ca...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Other
Tappeto Design italiano alto artigianato by Deanna Comelllini 60x220 cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"Passo Doppio" è un tappeto tessuto a mano su telai tradizionali e realizzato con un filato tecnico altamente performante dell'azienda italiana pioniere nel settore del tappeto conte...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Polyester
Tappeto Design italiano alto artigianato by Deanna Comelllini 60x220 cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"Passo Doppio" è un tappeto tessuto a mano su telai tradizionali e realizzato con un filato tecnico altamente performante dell'azienda italiana pioniere nel settore del tappeto conte...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Polyester
Tappeto moderno design italiano onde grigio lana by Deanna Comellini 300x400cm
Located in Bologna, IT
"Fluid" è un tappeto altamente performante scolpito a mano e progettato dalla designer Deanna Comellini, fondatrice e direttrice artistica del brand italiano G.T.DESIGN, pioniere nel...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool, Nylon
Tappeto moderno pattern organico design contract blu Deanna Comellini 300x400 cm
Located in Bologna, IT
Ispirata dalla fluidità delle forme organiche, "UltraNative" è una collezione di tappeti eclettici dai contorni indefiniti, realizzata in filati tecnici performanti di alta qualità, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Other
Poppy Kalas Wool Rug Flower Field
Located in Stockholm, SE
The Secret Garden Collection is a Layereds collaboration together with renowned Danish florist Poppykalas. This capsule rug collection is a unique and abstract interpretation of flow...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug 31st October - Dhurrie Modern Geometric Yellow & Beige Wool Handloom Carpet
By Carpets CC
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "31st October Yellow"
"31st October" was made on ALL Saint's Day from a Halloween inspiration.
The carpet is made on a table hand-loom. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim's Scandinavian Style Kilim Rug in Gray & White Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in fine quality wool, a 5x10 kilim reflecting our passion for Scandinavian flatweaves, joining our titular award-winning collection. The rug features geometric repetition i...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Evelina Kroon Ochre Fields Wool Rug
Located in Stockholm, SE
In collaboration with renowned Scandinavian artist Evelina Kroon, Layered introduces a collection that explores the boundary between art and interior design. With references to tradi...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tappeto stuoia juta blu bianco design by Deanna Comellini In Stock 300x400cm
Located in Bologna, IT
La collezione di tappeti contemporanei "Sahil" fonde artigianato antico e sensibilità ecologica in tappeti dal carattere autentico e sostenibile.
Realizzati in 100% iuta, un materia...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Jute
Tappeto stuoia juta marrone design by Deanna Comellini In Stock 300x400cm
Located in Bologna, IT
La collezione di tappeti contemporanei "Sahil" fonde artigianato antico e sensibilità ecologica in tappeti dal carattere autentico e sostenibile.
Realizzati in 100% iuta, un materia...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Jute
Tappeto stuoia juta marrone design by Deanna Comellini In Stock 200x300cm
Located in Bologna, IT
La collezione di tappeti contemporanei "Sahil" fonde artigianato antico e sensibilità ecologica in tappeti dal carattere autentico e sostenibile.
Realizzati in 100% iuta, un materia...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Jute
Tappeto stuoia juta blu bianco design by Deanna Comellini In Stock 250x350cm
Located in Bologna, IT
La collezione di tappeti contemporanei "Sahil" fonde artigianato antico e sensibilità ecologica in tappeti dal carattere autentico e sostenibile.
Realizzati in 100% iuta, un materia...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Jute
Organic Modern Rectangular Rug Pattern Gold, Yellow Mustard & Beige
Located in Porto, PT
Organic Modern Rectangular Rug Pattern Gold, Yellow Mustard
The Ginger Rug exudes warmth and spice, enveloping your space in an inviting embrace. An organic rug with a luxurious aur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Synthetic, Natural Fiber
Oldie Black Spot Rug by cc-tapis
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
Agnes Contemporary Area Rug Handwoven Ivory and Blue size Medium in stock
Located in Istanbul, TR
Inspired by Agnes Martin's delicate lines and the Japanese philosophy of Ma, AGNES contemporary handwoven area rug collection conveys a sense of simplicity and elegance. Its minimal ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug -Modern Geometric Cream Black Wool Green Red Blue w/ Circle Rustic Carpet
By Carpets CC
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Thoughts"
It is a playful design with different colored dots. 3 big black triangles in the bottom and 4 circles in different colors. They ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Rug in Beige-Brown and Black Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rug & Kilim’s 7 x 10 modern take on traditional design, flanked by an elegant floral pattern joyfully filling the scale for a rich look. Hand knotted in fine quality wool, the rug bo...
Category
2010s Romanian Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
cc-tapis Rug After Party Blue by Garth Roberts
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 artis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Metallic Thread
Unusual Woven Teak Floor Covering
Located in Doylestown, PA
An unusual floor covering made from thousands of tiny teak blocks strung together with wire.
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Teak
cc-tapis New Forêt 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, a Himalayan wool and pure silk, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 152.000 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Cotton
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.