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Contemporary Swedish Design Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Swedish Design Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 14'7" × 25'1" (444 × 764 cm) A modern flat weave Aubusson rug, made out of wool. Aubusson rugs originate from France and ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Western E...

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Wool

Modern Art Deco Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Art Deco Inspired Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 11'3" × 16'0" (342 × 487 cm) A modern Deco rug hand knotted out of wool. The design employs bold, playful, geometric stepped s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Inspired Deco Modern Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Inspired Deco Modern Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 11'10" × 17'7" (360 × 535 cm) A modern hand-knotted wool area rug inspired by the Art Deco style. The design displays an allover g...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique English Axminster Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Antique English Axminster Rug Size: 17'7" × 30'8" (535 × 934 cm) This magnificent antique Axminster rug from mid-19th century England exemplifies the refined elegance and superior cr...
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Tapestry Carpet, circa 1870
Located in Berlin, DE
This enchanting Aubusson tapestry carpet from around 1870 radiates the gentle elegance and romantic refinement that defined the great French weaving ateliers of the 19th century. Its...
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Rare Metallic Threads French Aubusson Carpet By The Sallandrouze Family
Located in New York, NY
Western Central France 6’6” x 6’9” (1.98 x 2.05m) Circa 1830s Louis Philippe period Warp: wool
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Antique 1830s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 1900s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 10.1 x 13.3 - 1C1209
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A magnificent antique Persian Tabriz rug from the early 1900s, representing over a century of Persian weaving excellence. This exceptional hand-knotted wool masterpiece showcases the...
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Antique Early 1900s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 6.8 x 9.4 - 1C1208
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A magnificent antique Afghan Ersari rug from the 1920s, showcasing the refined elegance and masterful craftsmanship of Turkmen tribal weaving. This impressive hand-knotted wool piece...
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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Hamadan Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.5 x 4.8 - 1C1207
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A stunning antique Persian Hamadan rug from the 1920s, exemplifying the vibrant color palette and bold geometric artistry that made Hamadan weavings highly sought after by collectors...
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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Uzbek Bukhara Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 2.7 x 4 - 1C1206
Located in Bordeaux, FR
An exquisite antique Uzbek Bukhara rug from the 1920s, showcasing the refined elegance and precise craftsmanship of Central Asian tribal weaving. This hand-knotted wool piece feature...
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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Uzbek Bukhara Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1 x 4.1 - 1C1204
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A captivating antique Uzbek Bukhara rug from the 1920s, showcasing the distinctive geometric artistry of Central Asian tribal weaving. This hand-knotted wool piece features a strikin...
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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1 x 6 - 1C1205
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A remarkable antique Afghan Baluch rug from the 1920s, exemplifying the bold geometric artistry and rich color palette characteristic of Baluch tribal weaving. This hand-knotted wool...
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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

cc-tapis ENVOLÉE FOREST handmade rug by Cristina Celestino
By Cristina Celestino, cc-tapis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ombining different material densities, from Himalayan Wool to linen, Envolée plays with the inherent tones of each fiber, giving life to a palette of natural shades, each beautifully...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Western European Rugs

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Wool, Linen

cc-tapis ENVOLÉE AMBER handmade rug by Cristina Celestino
By Cristina Celestino, cc-tapis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ombining different material densities, from Himalayan Wool to linen, Envolée plays with the inherent tones of each fiber, giving life to a palette of natural shades, each beautifully...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Western European Rugs

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Wool, Linen

Patchwork rug in animal fur, circa 1980 - 60×120 cm - No. 1635
Located in Paris, FR
Patchwork Animal Fur Rug Circa 1980 - 60×120cm - No. 1635 Period: 20th Century Style: Art Deco Condition: Excellent Material: Leather Length: 60 cm Width: 120 cm Height: 1 cm ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Fur

Sumptuous Circular French Aubusson Carpet – Empire Period, 19th Century – N 1598
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Paris, FR
This magnificent rug, having undergone a thorough cleaning, hand-lined with 100% linen fabric, and meticulous inspection by our experts in our artisan workshop, is now ready to grace...
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Antique 1820s French Empire Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Flatweave Runner with Cartouche Medallions - Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in rare metallic threads circa 1890–1900, this striking antique Aubusson flatweave runner from France is an incredibly rare find. Its design favors rich tones of burgundy r...
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Antique 1850s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Metallic Thread

French Art Deco Rug, circa 1925 David Whitney Estate
Located in Sharon, CT
Axial symmetric French Art Deco rug in beiges. See Christies Mar 26 2008 lot 39 for a similar type rug.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Natural Fiber

Doris Leslie Blau Belgian Art Deco Wool Rug by Paul Haesaerts
By Paul Haesaerts
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Belgian Art Deco Rug by Paul Haesaerts for Elisabeth De Saedeleer Size: 8'0" × 10'5" (243 × 317 cm) A striking example of European modernist textile design, this vintage Belg...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage European Modernist Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage European Modernist Rug Size: 8'0" × 12'0" (243 × 365 cm) Bold, inventive, and unapologetically abstract, this exceptional European Modernist rug from the 1950s exemplifies th...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Vintage French Art Deco Rug – A Minimalist Masterpiece in Modernist Geometry Size: 14'8" × 25'10" (447 × 787 cm) Radiating understated sophistication and modernist elegance...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Mid-Century French Art Deco Rug by Noël Hostens
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century French Art Deco Rug by Noël Hostens Size: 9'6" × 11'0" (289 × 335 cm). This exquisite mid-20th-century French Art Deco rug, designed by Noël Hostens, epitomizes the fusio...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage European Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage European Art Deco Rug Size: 5'2" × 9'8" (157 × 294 cm) This striking vintage Art Deco rug, handwoven in Europe circa 1945, embodies the bold creativity and geometric sophisti...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 13'0" × 13'3" (396 × 403 cm) This exquisite early 20th-century French Art Deco rug is a masterful example of the movement’s embrace of decorative gr...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage European Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage European Art Deco Rug Size: 8'6" × 10'2" (259 × 309 cm). This elegant European Art Deco rug from the mid-1940s exemplifies the refined and forward-looking design ethos of pos...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Rug – A Rare Masterwork
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Rug – A Rare Masterwork of Textural and Chromatic Complexity Size: 8'8" × 18'0" (264 × 548 cm) This exceptional antique French rug, dating back to the 1860s, is a rare...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage French Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau Size: 5'10" × 9'0" (177 × 274 cm) Evoking the bold spirit and lyrical romanticism of the French Art Deco period, this 1940s vintage rug ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 6'5" × 9'3" (195 × 281 cm) Color: Beige, Green, Lavender, Pink, Taupe This stunning vintage French Art Deco rug, dating from around 1945, captures t...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Dutch Art Deco Rug in Red and Black
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dutch Art Deco Rug in Red and Black Size: 8'4" x 15'8" (254 x 477 cm) A striking example of Dutch Art Deco textile design, this vintage rug—dating back to the 1940s—embodies ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Art Deco Rug Attributed To Elisabeth De Saedeleer
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco Rug Attributed To Elisabeth De Saedeleer Size: 9'7" × 13'5" (292 × 408 cm) This rare 1930s French Art Deco carpet—attributed to Elisabeth de Saedeleer—measures approx...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage European Art Deco Rug by Mario Radice at Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Vintage European Art Deco Rug by Mario Radice Size: 7'10" × 10'0" (238 × 304 cm) This exceptional vintage Art Deco rug is a rare and striking example of Italian modernist textile des...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Vasarely Rug by Victor Vasarely Capella-4
By Victor Vasarely
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vasarely Rug by Victor Vasarely Capella-4 Size: 5'9" × 5'10" (175 × 177 cm) This exceptional vintage French rug, titled Capella-4, is a rare textile artwork by the famed Op A...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug by D.I.M.
By D.I.M. Decoration Intérieure Moderne
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco Rug by D.I.M. – A Symphony of Curves and Earthy Elegance Size: 7'10" × 11'2" (238 × 340 cm) This exceptional vintage French Art Deco rug, attributed to the legendary ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Signed Paule Leleu Vintage Art Deco Rug in Gold with Florals - Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This magnificent and rare collectible 8x10 vintage Art Deco rug, hand-knotted in plush wool pile by Paule Leleu circa 1942–1946, is an exciting centerpiece for Rug & Kilim's Art Deco...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Signed Paule Leleu Vintage Art Deco Rug in Brown with Florals - Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This exquisite 1940s French creation, hand-knotted in plush wool pile by Paule Leleu circa 1942–1946, is an exciting centerpiece for Rug & Kilim's Vintage Art Deco Collection. As chi...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Red Rug by Paul Leleu
By Paule Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Red Rug by Paul Leleu Size: 5'8" × 9'10" (172 × 299 cm) Bold, sophisticated, and utterly timeless, this 1930s French Art Deco rug designed by Paul Leleu is a ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 3'1" × 9'3" (93 × 281 cm). This exquisite vintage French Art Deco rug from the 1940s embodies the elegance and spirited design language of the perio...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Authentic Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 5'7" × 7'8" (170 × 233 cm) This exquisite French Art Deco rug from the 1940s is a stunning example of the bold geometry and streamlined elegance tha...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 4'7" × 7'0" (139 × 213 cm) A striking example of post-war modernism in textile art, this Vintage French Art Deco rug from 1948 beautifully embodies ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage French Art Deco Rug by Paule Leleu at Doris Leslie Blau
By Paule Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug by Paule Leleu Size: 9'6" × 16'8" (289 × 508 cm) This rare vintage French Art Deco rug, attributed to the renowned designer Paule Leleu, epitomizes the re...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Unique Circular French Art Deco Rug by Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in New York, NY
Unique Circular French Art Deco Rug by Paul Follot – A Celestial Masterpiece of Decorative Arts Size: 12'7" × 12'7" (383 × 383 cm) Crafted in 1925 by the renowned French designer Pau...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 4'10" × 6'6" (147 × 198 cm) This rare and elegant French Art Deco rug from the 1950s is a compelling example of mid-century design that masterfully ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau 1940s Vintage European Art Deco Rug in Crimson Ivory
Located in New York, NY
Striking 1940s Vintage European Art Deco Rug in Crimson and Ivory Size: 8'0" × 11'0" (243 × 335 cm) A captivating example of early 20th-century textile design, this vintage European ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage European Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage European Art Deco Rug Size: 6'8" × 10'0" (203 × 304 cm) This elegant vintage European Art Deco rug, dating from the 1940s, exemplifies the geometric experimentation and forwa...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 6'8" x 10'0" (203 × 304 cm) This stunning 1920s French Art Deco rug masterfully blends modernist geometry with soft romanticism, creating a rare tex...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage French Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Art Deco Rug Size: 8'7" × 10'6" (261 × 320 cm) This vintage French Art Deco rug is a study in soft geometry and painterly restraint. Its broad field is washed in a pa...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vibrant 1960s French Machine-Made Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant 1960s French Machine-Made Deco Rug – A Retro Statement Piece Size: 6'5" × 9'3" (195 × 281 cm) Circa: 1960 Step into the dynamic visual energy of the 1960s with this captivati...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Rare 1930s French Aubusson Round Rug Attributed to André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1930s French Aubusson Round Rug Attributed to André Arbus Size: 8'9" × 8'9" (266 × 266 cm) Color: Beige, Lavender, Yellow This exceptional round Aubusson rug, dating to the 1930...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Cotton

Oversized Antique Teal-Blue Irish Donegal Arts-Crafts / Art Nouveau Rug Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Rare Oversized Antique Teal-Blue Irish Donegal Arts-Crafts / Art Nouveau Rug Carpet ( 12'6" x 25'2" - 381 x 767 cm)
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Antique Early 1900s Northern Irish Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, Handmade Wool, 3 ft 1 in x 5 ft 2 in, 1960s - 1C1203
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Vintage Persian Kerman Rug This elegant, hand-knotted rug originates from Kerman, one of the most historically significant carpet weaving centers in Southeast Persia. This ...
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Vintage 1960s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Wool, Handmade, 3 ft x 4 ft 4 in, Circa 1920 - 1C1202
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Persian Heriz Rug This is an authentic and charming antique rug, originating from the Heriz weaving area in the Azerbaijan region of Northwest Persia. Dating to the...
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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage French Savonnerie Runner, Modernist Design, 2.9 x 8.5 , 1970s - 1C1201
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Vintage French Savonnerie Style Modernist Runner An exceptional vintage runner embodying the bold, geometric aesthetic of 1970s modern design. This piece takes its inspiration from ...
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Vintage 1970s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Uzbek Bukhara Multi-Niche Prayer Runner, 1.1 x 6.1 , 1960s - 1C1200
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Vintage Bukhara Sajadah (Multi-Niche) Runner This striking vintage runner is a rare find, originating from the historic weaving traditions of Uzbekistan and bearing the cla...
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Vintage 1960s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Hamadan Runner 2.8 x 9.11 , Circa 1920 - 1C1199
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Magnificently Distressed Antique Persian Hamadan Runner This exquisite and character-rich runner rug is an authentic piece of Persian textile history, hand-knotted in the Hamadan re...
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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Art Deco Design Green Handmade Wool Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Vintage European Art Deco Green Rug Size: 6'10" × 10'2" (208 × 310 cm). This vintage Art Deco rug from the 1950s is a striking example of mid-century European textile artistry, blend...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Art Deco Rug Size: 5'4" × 7'0" (162 × 213 cm) This exceptional vintage European Art Deco rug, dating from the 1920s, is a striking testament to the bold experimentation and g...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco handmade wool rug. Size: 8'0" × 11'0" (243 × 335 cm) This striking French Art Deco rug from the mid-20th century is a bold visual statement, encapsulating the dynamis...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

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Western Bar For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the western bar you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, wool and silk, every western bar was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a western bar, we have 5894 options in-stock, while there are 6205 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect western bar — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A western bar is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. cc-tapis, Tapis Rouge Atelier and Nanimarquina each produced at least one beautiful western bar that is worth considering.

How Much is a Western Bar?

Prices for a western bar start at $19 and top out at $1,000,000 with the average selling for $4,775.

Finding the Right Rugs And 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.