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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Item type: New and Made To Order
cc-tapis Dagalla Formation 1 Rug by Edoardo Piermattei
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with Himalayan wool coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. Created with a special technique used exc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Modern Neutral Tone Minimalist Rug 8 ft 10 in x 11 ft 11 in
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Monotones Modern Neutral Tones Minimalist Rug, Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa Date: Modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Pink Contemporary Oushak style Wool Rug Handmade Features a Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Oushak-style rug features a hand-knotted pink field. It embodies a mid-century modern style with an all-over multicolored floral design. This rug measures 12'2" x 18'3".
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

9 4"x11 8" Copper Brown Soft Wool Hand Knotted Sparrows on the Tree Peshawar Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Copper Brown, Soft to the Touch, Hand Knotted, Sparrows on the Tree, Peshawar, Densely Woven, High Mountain Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 In...
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2010s Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Giudecca Rug by Zanellato/Bortotto
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 in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

cc-tapis Giudecca Rug by Zanellato/Bortotto
cc-tapis Giudecca Rug by Zanellato/Bortotto
$6,695 Sale Price / item
15% Off
13 x 18 Modern Khotan Style Handmade Beige Wool Rug with Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Khotan-style hand-knotted wool rug features a beige field and includes brown and blue accents. The design features an all-over pattern that incorporates modern style elements. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Khotan Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Modern Tiger Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Tiger Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 2'0" × 3'0" (60 × 91 cm) Color: Black, Brown, Beige, Orange Exclusively available at Doris Leslie Blau, where tradition meets design excel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

cc-tapis RUDE COLLECTION - POKING FUN handmade rug by Faye Toogood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rude pairs Toogood’s restless experimentation with cc-tapis’ unmatched craftsmanship. “cc-tapis are always up for meeting my challenges. With “Doodle” we translated the subtle, paint...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Linen

Ararat Rugs Bidjar Sweeping Arabesques Rug Persian Revival Carpet Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a repeat of large sweeping arabesques in muted colors adorning the midnight blue field rug designed in the early 20th century that originates from the Bidjar region in northw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber

Rug Kilim’s Distressed Style Rug in Beige-Brown, Purple Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool, a beautiful 6 x 8 take on distressed rug styles from Rug & Kilim’s Homage Collection. Inspired by the celebrated Scandinavian rug design and colorway, the rug e...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Dark Green, 1970s Inspired Customizable Optico Cowhide Area Floor Rug Large
Located in Charlotte, NC
Immerse yourself in relaxed opulence and evoke Classic glamour with the stunning new Optico from Art Hide. Think Mad Men Art Deco meets 1970s iconic rock star glam, and you’ve nailed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Cowhide

8 x9 3" Golden Brown with Green Modern Design Sari Silk Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Golden Brown with Green, Modern Design, Sari Silk, Hand Knotted, Thick and Plush, Squarish, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Sari Silk Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Conte...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Kilim Rug in Brown with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 3x5 Kilim rug is from the flatweave line in the Scandinavian rug collection by Rug Kilim. Handwoven in wool and natural yarns, its design is a modern take on Rollakan and ...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Swedish Inspired Kilim Rug, Scandinavian Modern Meets Sublime Simplicity
Located in Dallas, TX
30806 New Swedish Inspired Kilim Rug 03'00 x 04'10. With its linear art form and well-balanced asymmetry, this hand-woven wool Swedish insp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 9x12 Green And Blue Zig Zag Striped Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed, Green, Cream & Blue Zig Zag Striped Indian Rug-9'x12' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Organic Modern Brutalist Moroccan High-Low Rug, Tranquil Japandi Meets Brutalism
Located in Dallas, TX
81089 Organic Modern Moroccan High-Low Rug, 11'10 x 14'11. Crafted with meticulous care by seasoned artisans, this large hand knotted wool Moroccan high-low rug serves as a harmonious fusion of contrasting design philosophies, effortlessly amalgamating the stark, angular lines reminiscent of Brutalist design with the minimalist simplicity of Japandi style. The robust character of Brutalism seamlessly intertwines with the serene simplicity of Japanese minimalism in this mesmerizing Moroccan rug. Drawing inspiration from the graceful lines of Japanese minimalism and the precise geometry of Brutalist architecture, this Moroccan area rug weaves...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

"Court Series" Finish Line Runner by Pieces, Hand-Tufted Grid Pattern Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The “Court Series” rugs are hand-tufted with blended wool and viscose material dyed in hyper-saturated colors, with tennis court-like geometries repre...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

6 1"x6 1" Dense Weave Hand Made Herati Fish Design Square 175 KPSI Wool&Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Dense Weave Hand Knotted Herati Fish Design Square 175 KPSI Extra Soft Wool Red Oriental Rug. It has been woven for months and months in the cen...
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2010s Indian Medieval Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 9x12 Green And White Striped Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed Moss Green And White Arrow Striped Indian Rug-9'x12' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special ...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Rug Kilim’s Distressed Kuba Style Rug in Blue Gray Medallion Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 9x14 hand-knotted wool rug from Rug Kilim’s Homage Collection. This vision recaptures antique Kuba rugs of the late 19th century with classic tribal motifs embracing alluring...
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2010s Indian Tribal Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Samarkand-Inspired Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Samarkand-Inspired Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 12'5" × 15'4" (378 × 467 cm). This modern rug is a masterful reinterpretation of traditional Samarkand aesthetics, harm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Pompoms Yarn Sample by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
No description provided
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2010s Rugs and Carpets

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Yarn

Djoharian Collection Tiger Rug Wool Hand Knotted Antique Tibetan Design
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
A Djoharian Collection Tiger rug, hand knotted in Nepal - 6.0 x 3.0 ft Origin: Nepal Pile material: 100% Wool Warp and weft: Cotton Design: Tiger Rug Length: 6.0 ft - 180 cm Width: ...
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2010s Nepalese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Flat Weave Area Rug, 9x12 Pink And Green Tile Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Area Rug, Pink, Forest Green And Cream Indian Tile Patterned Checked Rug-9'x12' (270x360cm) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% c...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

cc-tapis Swarm Runner by Marlene Houissoud
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Conceived by Marlene Huissoud as an Undyed Collection, Swarm expresses the designer’s desire to defy the role of Design in society and challenge the properties of natural resources. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Swarm Runner by Marlene Houissoud
cc-tapis Swarm Runner by Marlene Houissoud
$6,316 Sale Price / item
15% Off
Rug Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Custom Rug Sample, Brown Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
The price enclosed represents our price per square foot for custom orders in this design. Please share your size and we will share CADs and custom listings to check out accordingly. ...
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2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

SUTTON – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs Co.
Located in Herzliya, IL
SUTTON is a minimalist tribute to the play between light and material, between soft geometry and restrained color touches. Rounded shapes merging into each other create an almost mus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Silk

SUTTON – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs 
Co.
SUTTON – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs 
Co.
$3,243 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Modern Inspired Art Deco Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Inspired Art Deco Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 9'0" × 11'10" (274 × 360 cm) This new rug is hand knotted in wool and features a traditional geometric European Art Deco style...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Charlotte Perriand Verite Rug by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand verite rug. Measurements: 300 x 400 cm. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Constantly seeking solutions able to create warm residential settings, enhanced wit...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Geometric Kilim Cushion Cover Handwoven Blue Red Scatter Cushion Pillow
Located in Wembley, GB
This new traditional kilim cushion cover is a handwoven piece constructed in the early 21st century. The design has been delicately woven by hand and features a symmetrical geometric...
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Early 2000s Afghan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 3 x 11 7" #4430
Located in Houston, TX
Oushak Rug Oriental Hand Knotted Turkish Oushak 3' x 11'7" #4430 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets funct...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Sonate Pasifique Contemporary Irregular Shape Hand-Tufted Wool Rug by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Sonate Pasifique a Contemporary Style with Irregular Shape Hand-Tufted Viscose Wool Rug with Mixed Colours by RAG Home Inspired by the coastlines of Italy, this rug is designed with...
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2010s Indonesian Futurist Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Apadana s Modern Minimalist Gabbeh Wool Rug In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
This handcrafted custom wool rug, designed in the Gabbeh style, features a solid beige design. It is part of our Desert Collection and comes in multiple colors. We use hand-loomed te...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

11 x 14 Modern Designed Sultanabad Wool Rug Handmade In Warm Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary sultanabad oriental rug, featuring a central medallion surrounded by symmetrical floral and geometric patterns. The muted palette of beige, soft blue, faded red, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Persian Sultanabad Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

CORAL – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs Co.
Located in Herzliya, IL
CORAL was born from observing the slow flow of time—like sediment forming strata, like light settling into matter. Its asymmetrical composition in hues of blue-amber, sand, and deep ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Silk

CORAL – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs 
Co.
CORAL – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs 
Co.
$3,243 Sale Price / item
20% Off
2 7"x11 8" Mink Gray Afghan Peshawar Birds Design Wool Hand Knotted Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Mink Gray, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Soft Wool, Natural Dyes, Hand Knotted, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Styl...
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2010s Afghan Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1 6" x 2 11" #8707
Located in Houston, TX
Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1'6" x 2'11" #8707 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces, where elegance meets function...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern Bauhaus inspired rug with geometric design pattern name Dessau 1925.01
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Modern Bauhaus inspired rug with geometric design. Pattern name Dessau 1925.01 - Robo-tufted and hand-finished in Philadlephia, PA - 100% New Zealand Wool dyed in Georgia - Design ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 6x9 Blue, White Tile Pattern Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Natural Vegetable Dyed, Sky Blue And Cream Tile Patterned Indian Rug-6'x9' (180x270cm) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to t...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

11 9"x14 8" Green Fine jacquard Hand Loomed Wool Art Silk XL Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Oversized Green Fine jacquard Hand Loomed Modern Wool and Art Silk Oriental Rug. It has been woven for months and months in the centuries-old Pe...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Modern Berber Wool Rug DAYIRI Handwoven Large Minimalist Custom Design
Located in Hammamet, MA
The soft feel of the DAYIRI delights quiet reading nooks, encouraging you to enjoy a gentler pace of life. This supersoft Beni M´Rirt is hand woven in 100% natural local sheep wool....
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Ararat Rugs Gerous Arabesque Rug, Antique Persian Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of the rug comes from the book Islamic Carpets, Joseph V. McMullan, Near Eastern Art Research Center Inc., New York 1965 nr.22. This is a system of arabesque-designed 19th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

The Hera Rug by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
Inspired by the Greek goddess of marriage and family, The Hera Rug combines subtle, earthy tones with an intricate pattern of graceful twists and curves. This rug is hand-knotted in...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Rug Kilim’s Persian Style Rug in Light Green and Taupe with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool, this 8x10 rug from our Modern Classics Collection represents our most luxurious new take on classic Persian rugs and is inspired by the celebrated Bidjar...
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2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Berber Wool Rug MANHATTAN Modern Handwoven Minimalist Contemporary Design
Located in Hammamet, MA
The MANHATTAN rug, a piece from our New York Pulse Collection, showcased at the ICFF in New York City. Origin and Inspiration: Bold yet refined, the Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Pink Contemporary Oushak Style Wool Rug Handmade with Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Hand-knotted from 100% wool, this modern Oushak-style rug features a refined medallion design with delicate floral motifs in soothing pastel tones. Its subtle abrash and vintage-insp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

8x10 Ft Antique Heriz Rug. New Handmade Wool Carpet. Handcrafted Oriental Decor
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring timeless elegance into your home with this brand new hand-knotted rug, inspired by the classic 18th-century Heriz design. Each piece is meticulously woven by our master artisan...
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2010s Indian Heriz Serapi Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

cc-tapis Monograph Medium handmade rug in Burgundy by Destroyers Builders
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A collection of raw and tactile rugs designed by Destroyers/Builders for cc-tapis, where layered jute textures reinterpret collage techniques and architectural forms with a process-d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Rugs and Carpets

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Jute

11 10"x15 5" Light Gray Soft Wool Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Light Gray, Vegetable Dyes Soft Wool, Hand Knotted Afghan Angora Oushak with All Over Motifs, Oversized Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for mo...
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2010s Afghan Oushak Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Contemporary Solid Hand Made Beige Area Rug 2 0" x 3 0"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Bridging the gap between traditional and modern, the Transitional Jute collection features rugs that exemplify versatility. Soft underfoot with a pleasing combination of textures, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Jute

Berber Wool Rug NOIR LIMA Modern Handwoven Minimalist Contemporary Custom Design
Located in Hammamet, MA
The Noir Lima rug is a striking addition to our luxury LIMA collection, inspired by the mysterious allure of Peru’s desert at night. This piece captures the captivating contrast of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Shag Pile Rug Made of Natural Beige Mohair Wool. Custom Options Availa.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring warmth and elegance to your space with this luxuriously soft, handmade shag pile rug — expertly crafted from 100% natural mohair wool in a serene beige tone. Each rug is metic...
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2010s Turkish Tulu Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Mohair

Modern Moroccan Handmade Charcoal Wool Rug with Tribal Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Moroccan hand-knotted wool rug with a charcoal field and fringes. This Modern rug has white accent color and features an all-over tribal design. This rug measures: 8'4" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

New Felted Trophy Grade Burchell Zebra Skin Rug Hide Carpet Decor Flooring
Located in Farmington, UT
Elevate your space with this striking black felted Burchell zebra skin rug, measuring an impressive 9 feet from tip of nose to tip of tail and 6 feet wide. Expertly felted to protect...
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2010s African Rugs and Carpets

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Zebra Hide

Ararat Rugs the Barbieri Tree Design Carpet Persian Revival Rug Wool Natural Dye
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of carpet comes from the book Orient Star - A Carpet Collection, E. Heinrich Kirchheim, Hali Publications Ltd, 1993 nr.64 and Islamic Carpets, Joseph V. McMullan, Near Eas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

2 7"x6 Almond Brown, Silk With Textured Wool, Hand Knotted, Runner, Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Almond Brown, Silk With Textured Wool, Hand Knotted, Cypress Tree Design, Runner, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the...
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2010s Indian Medieval Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Persian Floral Tabriz Round Rug
Located in San Diego, CA
Introducing a stunning hand knotted Persian Tabriz rug that epitomizes quality craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Featuring a stunning medallion floral design, this rug captivates wi...
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2010s Persian Tabriz Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Le Bloc Irregular Shape Hand-Tufted Wool Rug by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Le Bloc To fly away like a kite in the sky? Ain't that the fantasy. To have a piece of said fantasy in technicolor? This rug will fullfil that dream to your imagination - and your s...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

HUE – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs Co.
Located in Herzliya, IL
HUE was born from an exploration of tone—not as pure color, but as layer upon layer, a subtle shift occurring between edges. A composition of soft lines in sea green, mint, gray, and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

HUE – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs 
Co.
HUE – Custom Handmade Rug by Rugs 
Co.
$3,243 Sale Price / item
20% Off
8 1"x8 1" Orange, Hand Knotted, Ancient Ottoman Design, Ghazni Wool Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Metallic Orange, Hand Knotted, Ancient Ottoman Erased Design, Ghazni Wool, Square Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary...
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2010s Indian Medieval Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique and Vintage Rugs for Sale: Shop Turkish Rugs, Moroccan Rugs, Indian Rugs and Other Rugs on 1stDibs

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. 

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