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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Verge Rug in Hand Knotted Wool and Silk by Kelly Wearstler
Located in London, GB
Verge composes hand-penned line work with organic shapes in a dynamic pattern, both rigid and raw. The fluid, abstract motif contrasts silk and soft wool yarns. The detailed diagonal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Modern Hand Tufted Wool Rug made in Spain Blue Waves Carvin
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. This rug has different thickness ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

cc-tapis Plasterworks B Rug by David/Nicolas
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. 152.000 individual ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

cc-tapis Contemporary Infini Stucco Soie 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 silk pile, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 152.000 in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Modern Hand Braided Jute Carpet Rug Mustard Plain Premium Quality
Located in Madrid, ES
This jute rug has been ethically handwoven 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

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Jute

cc-tapis Inventory Patch Rug Raw by Faye Toogood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Produced with the handloom technique in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with 100% linen coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. Hand woven, hand shav...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton

cc-tapis Overflow 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton

cc-tapis p.a.n.e. Soie Bronze 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 silk 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: 7.5' x 9.8' ft. A (125.000 knots/sqm approx.) A geometric design inspired by traditional Italian stone flooring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton, Wool, Silk

Sottovolto Extra Large Full Colors Rug 100% Wool 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

OCI Right Rug M, 100% Wool / Blue Brick 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

OCI Left Rug M, 100% Wool / Blue Brick 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

ClassiCon Kilkenny Rug by Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Eileen Gray created not only some of the most important furniture classics of the 20th century but also had her own studio where rugs were produced according to her designs. Some of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

OCI Center M, Rug 100% Wool / Brick Brown Light Pink 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Wool Rug Dhurrie in Grey and White Hive Small Pattern Plain
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

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Handwoven Wool Rug Paddle Dhurrie in Dark Blue and White Spike Plain
Located in Madrid, ES
This Paddle Dhurrie rug has been ethically handwoven 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

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Handwoven Paddle dhurrie Wool Rug in Black and White Snow Small Pattern
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

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Hand Braided Jute Carpet Rug Ivory Plain Premium Quality
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

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Jute

New Tribal Design Handwoven Flat Rug Kilim
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful new Kilim with modern tribal design and light colors, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation. Size: 170 x 240 cm.
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2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Seated Nude Doodles Rug by Faye Toogood for cc-tapis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Limited edition of 5 rugs, personally signed by designer Faye Toogood. Faye Toogood’s “Seated Nude” is the fourth rug in a new upcoming collection of 6 designs called “Doodles”. A c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Epoca Due, Extra Large Rug, Oak/Bordeaux 100% Wool 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Epoca Uno Rug Extra Large Mustard and Brick or 100% Wool 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Quill Medium Sage Green Hand-Tufted Rug Nao Tamura in Stock
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by stems from a feather, drawn by hand, each design is organic and subtle. As with all nanimarquina rugs, the Quill Collection is handmade re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug in Navy Blue White and Pink Cubes
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 is native of this region. As its handwoven ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

New Tribal Design Handwoven Flat Rug Kilim size 6ft 6in x 9ft 10in
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful new Kilim with modern tribal design and light colors, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation.
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2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

ModernHandtufted Wool & Silk Rug made in Spain Mustard & White Polka Dots
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handmade in Spain using the handtufted technique. We use only the finest natural yarns, 50% silk and 50% pure virgin wool with a thickness of 15mm. - Customize in any s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Silk

OCI Center M, Rug 100% Wool or Bordeaux Ecru Ocra 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oci Right M, Rug 100% Wool / Yellow Deep Gray 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

cc-tapis Tribù Kiso Rug by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave, Himalayan wool, silk and metallic fiber coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton

Contemporary Natural Shiny Blue Pure Silk Rug by Deanna Comelllini 180x190 cm
Located in Bologna, IT
The "Seta" (Silk) rug represents one of the most intense stages of research done by G.T.DESIGN regarding contrasts created by vibrant surfaces and the play of light. The sensitive ma...
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2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Sottoportico M Full Colors Rug 100% Wool by Portego
Located in Stienta, IT
New Zealand wool tufted rug Designed by Seraina Lareida Made in Italy Walking on, you can feel the different length and different processes used to make it. Yearns and manufac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Epoca Uno Rug M Blue and Lime /100% Wool 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s European Style Rug in Beige Brown Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 13 x 17 rug from the European rug collection by Rug & Kilim, hand knotted in a blend of heavy, durable wool and sheen silk unique to our proprietary approa...
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2010s Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Silk, Wool

cc-tapis Chroma Spill 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton

cc-tapis Night of a Hunter The Lions at Night Rug 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton

cc-tapis Feathers Freeform by Maarten De Ceulaer
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 and pure silk coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 252.00...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton

cc-tapis Fasuma A Rug by Chiara Andreatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with cotton weave and Himalayan wool pile, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 60.000 individual ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Cotton

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Black Gold and Terracotta Lines
Located in Madrid, ES
Roar is an Abe the ape's desing for Kilombo Home. Abe the Ape is a famous Spanish designer This rug has been ethically hand woven in the finest wool and bamboo silk yarns by artisan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Oci Triptych S, Composition of 3 Rugs 100% Wool / Bordeaux Ecru Ocra 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Hayon x Nani Hand-Tufted Wool Tapestry by Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
This is one of three wool rugs in Nanimarquina's Nani x Hayon collection designed by Jaime Hayon. Created with the hand tufting technique, a manually operated pistol injects pieces o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug Night Out Blue - Modern Geometric Tufted Wool w/ White Moon & Lines Asian
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Design Title: "Night Out Blue" from Freedom Collection The fourth out of four from the " Freedom Collection" Inspired by Ms. Yeonmi Park's book about her escape from North Korea. C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage European Modern Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful modern rug with nice design and light colors, machine made with wool velvet.
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Late 20th Century European Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Swirl Hand-Knotted 10x8 Rug in Wool by Paul Smith
Located in London, GB
Paul Smith's signature Swirl is instantly recognizable as a work of graphic genius. In washed-out, muted tones of pale olive, ginger, grey and cream, this hand-knotted rug in pure Ti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

OCI Center L-Rug 100% Wool or Bordeaux Ecru Ocra 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Tatami Black Wool and Jute Rug by Nani Marquina & Ariadna Miquel, Small
Located in New York, NY
The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute. Hand-loomed in Ind...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Jute, Wool

Cal 2 Hand-Tufted Purple New Zealand Wool Rug by Nani Marquina, in Stock
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Alexander Calder’s famous mobiles, these irregular wool rugs are conceived to live together, forming attractive combinations. An off...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Modern Wool Rug Carpet Made in Spain Blue and Red Nudity by Coco Davez
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been designed by Coco Davez, Spanish artist who develops her career in different fields, painting, photography or art direction. The nude colle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Modern Handwoven Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Rug Beige Pink Blue & Gold Abstract
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

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Wool, Cotton, Bamboo

Modern Handtufted Wool Rug Made in Spain Brown and White Abstract Plants
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug is handmade in Spain using the handtufted technique. We use only the finest natural yarns, 100% pure virgin wool with a thickness of 15mm. - Customise in any size and in a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Trendy Shiny Rug 80 A
Located in Milan, IT
The Trendy Shiny 80 A features modern, trendy shades that echo the colors of the ocean and nature. This 100% viscose handwoven rug is enriched by a unique texture. Its brightness changes according to the light, making it the perfect rug for a modern home in pastel shades or where a colorful accessory...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Textile

Epoca Due, Small Rug, Oak/Bordeaux 100% Wool 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Colors Basil Dhurrie Standard Natural Wool Rug by Nani Marquina, Medium
Located in New York, NY
This collection of strong, saturated and energetic colors was designed by Nani Marquina. Its abstract interpretation of nature's colors represents the first plain Dhurrie in the cata...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Modern Handtufted Wool Rug Made in Spain Pink Brown & White Mechanic Flower
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. This rug has different thickness ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Modern Handtufted Wool Rug Carpet made in Spain Red and Blue Bust by Coco Davez
Located in Madrid, ES
This rug has been designed by Coco Davez, Spanish artist who develops her career in different fields, painting, photography or art direction. The nude colle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

ClassiCon Roquebrune Rug in Wool by Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Eileen Gray created not only some of the most important furniture classics of the 20th century but also had her own studio where rugs were produced according to her designs. Some of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Western European Rugs

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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 velvet on cotton foundation.
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2010s Indian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Gelosie Coral and Ecru Rug 100% Wool by Portego L
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

Channels Copper Hand Knotted 14x10 Rug in Wool and Silk by Kelly Wearstler
Located in London, GB
Organic and abstract, the Channels design represents Kelly Wearstler's interest in street art and expressive graphic design. The rug transforms hand painted brushstrokes into vivid s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Silk

OCI Left Rug M, 100% Wool / Bordeaux Ecru 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool

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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