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Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug
Size: 6'6" × 10'0" (198 × 304 cm).
The vintage Dhurrie before your eyes is simple and classic. Its main filed carries an allover pattern of st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Size: 8'3" × 14'1" (251 × 429 cm)
The vintage Dhurrie before your eyes is simple and classic. Its main filed carries an allover pattern of str...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Polychromatic Stripes Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 5x9 vintage Dhurrie rug is an exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim’s latest acquisition of rare and exemplary mid-century flatweaves of the same style—handwoven in cotton in I...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Blue Brown Runner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Blue Brown runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 4'7" × 29'4" (139 × 894 cm)
This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie runner from the mid-20th century features a bold ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Size: 8'10" × 10'8" (269 × 325 cm)
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug masterfully blends traditional craftsmanship with a fresh, coastal aestheti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Midcentury Indian Dhurrie Cotton Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized mid-20th century Indian Dhurrie blue, purple, yellow cotton rug
Size: 13'10" x 20'0" (421 x 609 cm)
This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug commands attention with its bol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug
Size: 15'5" × 16'8" (469 × 508 cm)
The vintage Dhurrie before your eyes is simple and classic. Its main filed carries an allover pattern of st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Contemporary Striped Blue Dhurrie Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Blue Dhurrie Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 13'8" × 21'10" (416 × 665 cm)
This contemporary Dhurrie before your eyes is simple and classic. Its main filed carries an al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug
Size: 6'5" × 7'2" (195 × 218 cm)
A striking testament to the timeless appeal of minimalism and artisanal craftsmanship, this vintage Indian Dh...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vibrant Oversized Antique Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant Oversized Antique Indian Dhurrie Rug, Handwoven Geometric Masterpiece in Pastel and Jewel
Size: 18'0" × 22'2" (548 × 675 cm)
This striking antique Indian Dhurrie rug commands...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 6'5" × 14'6" (195 × 441 cm)
This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, handwoven circa mid-20th century, offers a ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Size: 14'1" × 20'9" (429 × 632 cm)
The Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug from Doris Leslie Blau is a testament to India's rich weaving heritage, sea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug – Subtle Striped Elegance in Sky Blue and Ivory
Size: 9'4" × 13'6" (284 × 411 cm)
Effortlessly blending simplicity with refined craftsmanship, this vintage...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-20th Century Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Mid-20th Century Indian Dhurrie Rug.
Size: 15'3" × 19'4" (464 × 589 cm).
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug embodies quiet elegance with its delicate sky-blue field, softl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug
Size: 14'9" × 14'3" (449 × 434 cm)
Balancing bold simplicity with artisanal charm, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug is a beautifully woven exam...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Purple Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped purple rug
Size: 13'4" × 15'0" (406 × 457 cm)
This striking vintage Indian Dhurrie rug captivates with its bold yet understated palette and minimalist ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Modern Dhurrie Natural Jute Rug Handmade In Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
Modern Dhurrie Natural Jute Rug. Custom sizes are made-to-order.
This rug measures 5'3'' x 8'3".
Material: 100% Jute.
Techniques: Hand-Woven.
Style: Natural Modern.
Lead time: Appro...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
$1,125 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Rug
Kilim’s Dhurrie Runner Rug in Colorful Geometric Patterns
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool and silk, this 3x12 dhurrie flat weave runner rug is an exciting new entry in Rug
Kilim’s esteemed collection.
On the Design:
A masterpiece exempli...
Category
2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Size: 8'10" × 10'8" (269 × 325 cm)
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug masterfully blends traditional craftsmanship with a fresh, coastal aestheti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Dhurrie Geometric Solid Rug in Beige-Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 15x18 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in our esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
From our ex...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Rug in Blue, with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 10x13 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in our esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
From our ex...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Large Vintage Indian Dhurrie Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Large Vintage Indian Dhurrie blue rug
Size: 17'9" × 22'4" (541 × 680 cm).
Effortlessly elegant in its simplicity, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug from the mid-20th century exemplifie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Green Beige Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Green Beige Rug.
Size: 6'2" × 9'3" (187 × 281 cm)
A bold and refreshing interpretation of traditional Indian flat-weave craftsmanship, this vintage Dhurrie rug...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue rug
Size: 9'4" × 12'10" (284 × 391 cm)
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug, handwoven in the mid-20th century, is a striking example of traditional fl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Dhurrie Polychromatic Geometric Rug from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 10x15 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
F...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Geometric Square Rug from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 11x11 Dhurrie flat weave runner is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Desi...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Geometric Runner Rug from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 11x18 Dhurrie flat weave runner is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Desi...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Runner Geometric Rug, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 4x25 Dhurrie flat weave runner is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Desig...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Runner Geometric Rug, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 3x14 Dhurrie flat weave runner is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Desig...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug
Kilim’s Contemporary Dhurrie Rug in Blue Stripes
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 4x5 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed custom-capable collection. Handwoven in cotton, it’s a modern take on antique and vintage ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Stripes, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 10x12 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
F...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Stripes, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 12x16 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
F...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Stripes, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 11x14 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
F...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Stripes, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 8x11 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
Fr...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Stripes, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 7x9 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
Fro...
Category
1950s Indian Kilim Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Oversized Indian Dhurrie Cotton Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Indian Dhurrie Cotton Rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 14'7" x 24'9" (444 × 754 cm).
A visually stunning example of mid-century Indian craftsmanship, this oversized Dhurrie ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Antique Long Indian Dhurrie Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Long Indian Dhurrie Rug, Early 20th Century
A multiple-prayer niche carpet is known as a ‘saf’. This long Indian cotton dhurrie saf is colorfully woven in a soft palette of ...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rug
Kilim’s Contemporary Dhurrie Rug in Blue Stripes
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 8x10 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed custom-capable collection. Handwoven in cotton, it’s a modern ta...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Rug
Kilim’s Contemporary Dhurrie Rug in Ombre Stripes
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 6x9 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed custom-capable collection. Handwoven in cotton, it’s a modern take on antique and vintage ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Pink Afghan Dhurrie Carpet with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78006 Vintage Afghan Dhurrie Rug, 06'05 x 10'11. Step into a world where timeless tribal mastery meets the cultivated spirit of desert chic—this handwoven cotton vintage Afghan Dhurr...
Category
Late 20th Century Afghan Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Antique Cotton Indian Dhurrie Rug Circa 1920
s
Located in New York, NY
Classical blue and white striped Indian hand-woven Dhurrie rug.
Antique all cotton flatweave carpet in excellent condition.
Rug Measures
10'6x14
Category
1920s Indian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Large Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
Subtle Monumentality in Pastels – Large Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug
Size: 21'3" × 26'6" (647 × 807 cm)
Exuding serene elegance, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug (circa mid-20th century...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Zabihi Collection Massive Antique White Blue Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
a large early 20th Century Indian Dhurrie rug in creams and light blue. some hints yellow. some minor spot stains which is normal for old dhurries
Details
rug no. j4622
size 13' 7" ...
Category
20th Century Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Oversize Architectural Design Rajasthani Palace Dhurrie Carpet
Located in Milan, IT
The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Agra Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Mid-20th Century Handmade Indian Flatweave Dhurrie Runner
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indian cotton flatweave Dhurrie runner handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 3' 11" x 14' 6".
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Large Vintage Cotton Designer Dhurrie 11
6 x 17
10
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Vintage Cotton Designer Dhurrie, designer Cotton Dhurrie Large Vintage Rug. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug ROD-4111, country of origin / type: India / Cotton Dhurrie, condition: Vintag...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
$9,685 Sale Price
35% Off
Early 20th Century N. Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century N. Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet
Double square format, and lots of light blue and off white stripes, side to side on the broad ends and truncated ivories in betwee...
Category
1910s Indian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
12 x 15 Modern Dhurrie Designed Natural Jute Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave natural jute rug showcases a contemporary Dhurrie design, featuring a tan-beige base color and stylish gray geometric accents.
This rug measures 10'6" x 14'9".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
$4,350 Sale Price
25% Off
13 x 15 Modern Dhurrie Designed Natural Jute Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave natural jute rug showcases a contemporary Dhurrie design, featuring a tan-beige base color and stylish gray geometric accents.
This rug measures 12'9" x 15'.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
$5,400 Sale Price
25% Off
11 x 14 Contemporary Dhurrie Designed Natural Jute Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave natural jute rug showcases a contemporary Dhurrie design, featuring a tan-beige base color and stylish gray geometric accents.
This rug measures 10'7" x 14'4".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Jute
$4,200 Sale Price
25% Off
Wonderful Large Indian Dhurrie Flat-Woven Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful large flat rug from India, with a nice geometrical design and beautiful colors with green, pink, brown, yellow, blue and purple, entirely han...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Blue Beige Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie striped blue beige rug.
Size: 14'5" × 14'4" (439 × 436 cm)
A breezy celebration of color, pattern, and heritage, this vintage Indian Dhurrie rug presents a ref...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Early 20th Century Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A trompe l’oeil pattern of lozenges in soft terracotta and pale green is definitely bounded by the unwashed denim indigo blue plain border. The dark blue and ecru edges of the lozeng...
Category
1920s Indian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug with Postmodern Cubist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77913 Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug with Postmodern Cubist Style 01'10 x 03'01. Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this han...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Post-Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug with Postmodern Cubist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
?77912 Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug with Postmodern Cubist Style 01'10 x 03'01. ??Full of tiny details and a bold expressive design combined with vibrant colors and tribal style, this ...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Post-Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Indian Dhurrie Striped Beige Purple Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug – Beige and Purple Striped Flat-Weave
Size: 12'0" × 20'0" (365 × 609 cm)
This vintage Indian Dhurrie rug offers a timeless blend of subtle color and handcr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Bohemian Southwestern Desert Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76596, vintage Dhurrie rug with Bohemian Southwestern Desert style. With its southwestern vibes and geometric design combined with pastel colors, this handwoven wool vintage Dhurrie rug embodies a Bohemian desert modern style. The flat-weave Kilim Dhurrie...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Native American Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Art Deco Oversize Indian Cotton Dhurrie
Located in Milan, IT
The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...
Category
1930s Indian Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
Rug
Kilim
s Contemporary Dhurrie Flatweave, Yellow, Maroon Geometric Pattern
By Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a square 9x9 flatweave designed by one of the most modern designers in India. Acknowledged as a Dhurrie flatweave, this style features a visually arresting maroon ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1930s Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet ( 17
2" x 22
)
Located in New York, NY
Dhurries are magical in their adaptability regarding sizes and this could easily become a fabulous square Dhurrie. The softer blue stripes vary between sky blue and light, washed den...
Category
1930s Indian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton
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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