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Vintage Turkish Oushak Yastik Rug with Neutral Southwestern Desert Boho Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Style, Colonial Cottage, European Cottage, Flemish, Transitional, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Swedish Farmhouse Style, Wide Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
, Flemish, Transitional, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Swedish Farmhouse, Shabby Chic
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Rustic Cotswold English Manor Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Shaker, Puritan, Mission, Amish, Feminine Industrial, Rustic
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Accent Rug with Romantic French Rococo Chateau Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Feminine Industrial, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Urban, Loft, Eclectic
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Shaker Style and Soft, Subtle Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
, Traditional, Transitional, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Eclectic, Modern, Contemporary
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Muted Hues and Monochromatic Mission Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Swedish Farmhouse, shabby chic, Southern Living, Feminine
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Tibetan Brown Rug with Minimalist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
styles: Organic Modern, Danish modern, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Minimalist
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Late 20th Century Tibetan Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Traditional Indian Rug with Warm, Russian Dachas Home Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Minimalist, Organic Modern, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Monochromatic Mission, Eclectic
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Late 20th Century Indian Khotan Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Gallery Rug with Amish Shaker Style in Earth-Tone Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Mid-Century Modern, Nomadic, and Transitional. Rendered in muted hues
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Minimalist Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern, Danish Design, Hygge, Zen, Rustic, Cabin, Lodge, Mid-Century Modern, Urban, and Loft interiors
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug with Rustic Bohemian Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Hygge, Organic Modern, Danish Modern, Cubism, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug with Tribal Style, Colorful Moroccan Rug
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
styles: Nomadic, Boho Chic, Bauhaus, Hygge, Organic Modern, Danish Modern, Cubism, Modern, Mid-Century
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Abstract Expressionism and Biophilic Design
By (after) Mark Rothko, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
-Century Modern, Swedish, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Hygge, Zen, boho chic, Nordic, Scandi
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rehamna Rug with Checkerboard Pattern and Cubism Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
a wide range of interior styles: Cubism, Mid-Century Modern, Retro, Abstract, Art Moderne, Abstract
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Bohemian Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Swedish, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Scandi, Nomadic, Eclectic, Modern, Industrial, Mid-Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Handwoven Ivory Berber Rug or Runner in the Style of Elsa Gullberg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
berber rug is an excellent addition to any modern eco friendly interior design from more minimalist
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
20773 Nomadic Modern Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug with Mid-Century Modern Tribal Style, Beni Ouarain
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug
Vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan Rug
$4,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug with Minimalist Design and Nordic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern, Danish Modern, Cubism, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary, Industrial
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Purple Beni M Guild Moroccan Rug with Tribal Style, Berber Moroccan Rug
By Beni M Guild
Located in Dallas, TX
, Tribal, Retro, Rustic, Cabin, Lodge, Swedish, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Scandi, Nomadic
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Handira Kilim, Neutral Flat-weave Rug
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
Moroccan Kilim rug will seamlessly blend into a variety of interiors: Scandinavian Modern, Minimalist
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Kilim Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Beni M Guild Moroccan Rug with Retro Postmodern Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Beni M Guild
Located in Dallas, TX
, Tribal, Retro, Rustic, Cabin, Lodge, Swedish, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Scandi, Nomadic
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Post-Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Rabat Moroccan Medallion Rug with Transylvanian Anatolian Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Rabat Village Women
Located in Dallas, TX
palettes in Moroccan rugs are quite rare. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Shaker Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Cozy Hygge Bohemian Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Swedish, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Scandi, Nomadic, Eclectic, Modern, Industrial, Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Boucherouite Azilal Rug with Tribal Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Contemporary
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug with Hygge Vibes and Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Organic Modern, Danish Modern, Cubism, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rug with Folk Art Tribal Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Contemporary Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Berber Moroccan Sequined Kilim Rug, Wedding Aisle Runner
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Contemporary, Eclectic, Modern Mexican, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Rustic, International, Nomadic, Mid-Century
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Sequins

Vintage Berber Moroccan Sequined Kilim Rug, Wedding Aisle Runner
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Contemporary, Eclectic, Modern Mexican, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Rustic, International, Nomadic, Mid-Century
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Sequins

Vintage Berber Moroccan Sequined Kilim Rug - Wedding Aisle Runner
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Contemporary, Eclectic, Modern Mexican, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Rustic, International, Nomadic, Mid-Century
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Sequins

Vintage Berber Boucherouite Moroccan Shag Rug, Hallway Runner with Tribal Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Bauhaus, Hygge, Organic Modern, Danish modern, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Post-Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Boucherouite Rug with Postmodern Bauhaus Cubism Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Bauhaus, Hygge, Organic Modern, Danish Modern, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Bauhaus Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Berber Moroccan Sequined Kilim Rug, Wedding Textile Room Divider
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
rug will seamlessly blend into a variety of interiors: Romantic, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Sequins

Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Tribal Style in Neutral Colors
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
interior styles: Nomadic, boho chic, Bauhaus, Hygge, Organic Modern, Danish Modern, Modern, Mid-Century
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Zayane Rug with Bohemian Style and Hygge Vibes
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Swedish, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Scandi, Eclectic, Modern, Boho Chic, Abstract Expressionist
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug with Boho Chic Tribal Style and Hygge Vibes
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Postmodern, Tribal, Scandinavian, Contemporary, Modern, Danish, Finnish, Abstract Expressionist, Cubism, Mid
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

1960’s Persian Mashhad Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75168, vintage Persian Mashhad Scatter rug with Mid-Century Modern style. With timeless appeal and
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Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian Modern 1940s Rattan Lounge Chairs by Tove Kindt-Larsen at Wengler
By Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Robert Wengler
Located in Odense, DK
designers to emerge during Denmark’s ‘Golden Era’ in the mid-twentieth century. She is well-known for
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Rattan

1950’s Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Cottage, Bungalow, Mid-Century Modern, Nomadic, Ethnic, and Tribal. The subtle hues
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

A Whispered Garden: Vintage Turkish Oushak Masterpiece of Serene Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
, Minimalist, Organic Modern, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Monochromatic Mission, Eclectic
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Runner with Rustic Cubist Style
By Zeki Müren
Located in Dallas, TX
, International Style, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian, Danish Modern, Swedish Modern, Organic Modern, Minimalist
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Runner with Rustic Boho Chic Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Mediterranean, Spanish Revival, Mission, Art Deco, Bauhaus, Art Moderne, International Style, Mid-Century Modern
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Mission Style and Warm, Earth-Tones
Located in Dallas, TX
, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Monochromatic Mission, Eclectic, Modern, American Colonial
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Swedish Shabby Chic Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Monochromatic Mission, Eclectic, Modern, American Colonial
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with American Colonial Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Shaker, Minimalist, Organic Modern, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Monochromatic Mission
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish American Colonial Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Persian Tabriz Runner with Herati Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
, Swedish Farmhouse, Shabby Chic, Southern Living, Organic Modern, Flemish, Transitional, Scandinavian
Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Tabriz Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner with Romantic Russian Dacha Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Swedish Farmhouse, shabby chic, Southern Living, Feminine
Category

Mid-20th Century Persian American Classical Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

1930 s Turkish Oushak Carpet with Romantic French Country Cottage Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Living, Organic Modern, Russian Dacha Home Style, Colonial Cottage, Flemish, Transitional, Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Pair of Vintage Turkish Oushak Runners with Feminine Shaker Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Style, Flemish, Transitional, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Swedish Farmhouse, Shabby Chic
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

The Earthen Ember: A Vintage Berber Moroccan Masterpiece of Elemental Warmth
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
-Century Modern, Hygge, Nomadic, Tribal, Primitive, Ethnic, Organic Modern, Bohemian, Lodge, Cabin, Lake
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

1960’s Berber Moroccan Azilal Carpet with Tribal Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Mid-Century Modern, Swedish Modern, Contemporary, Industrial, Rustic, Lodge, Contemporary Scandinavian
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket, Handira
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
: Romantic, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Nomadic, Minimalist, Modernist, Bauhaus, Tribal, Boho Chic
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Sequins

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket, Berber Handira with Original Cape Ties
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Eclectic, Modern Mexican, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Rustic, International, Nomadic, Mid-Century Modern, Hygge
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Sequins

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket, Berber Handira Tamizart
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
, Organic Modern, Romantic, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Contemporary, Modern, Contemporary
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket, Berber Handira Tamizart
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
: Bohemian, Hygge, Organic Modern, Romantic, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Contemporary, Modern
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Romantic Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Sequins

Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket, Berber Handira Tamizart
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern, Romantic, Scandinavian Modern, Danish Design, Contemporary, Modern, Contemporary Scandinavian
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Romantic Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Sequins

A White Stream Wool Tapestry or Rug by H. Sulkowska for Cepelia c 1960, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Century Modern, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could
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1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Wool

Lawrence Peabody Side Table for Richardson Nemschoff
By Lawrence Peabody, Richardson Nemschoff
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Richardson Nemschoff Period/Model: Mid-Century
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug

Materials

Elm

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Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage scandanavian Danish mid century modern rug you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A vintage scandanavian Danish mid century modern rug — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a vintage scandanavian Danish mid century modern rug — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage scandanavian Danish mid century modern rug is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made vintage scandanavian Danish mid century modern rug has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ege Tæpper, (after) Pablo Picasso and Ege Rya are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Scandanavian Danish Mid Century Modern Rug?

A vintage scandanavian Danish mid century modern rug can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,900, while the lowest priced sells for $895 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.

Finding the Right Rugs-carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.