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Rugs and Carpets For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 18th Century
Bolster Turkish Angora Oushak Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an angora Oushak pillow.
12'' x 19''
Category
1910s Turkish Oushak Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Persian Malayer by Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A mesmerizing Antique Persian Malayer rug that is stunningly woven in aan allover botanical motifs in the soothing muted tones of aegean blue and cinnamon. This breathtaking rug is a...
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Exquisite Camel Color with Delicate Details Floral Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet
9'10" x 13'10".
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Chinese Pecking Rug with Flowers and Vases in Navy Blue and Tan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Navy blue and tan antique Chinese Art Deco rug with flowers and vases, rug l11-0805, country of origin / type: China / Art Deco, circa 1920.
Handwoven in the first part of 20th ce...
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$6,500 Sale Price
35% Off
Extraordinary Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
In over 40 years of dealing in fine rugs, few pieces have stopped us in our tracks like this early 20th-century Chinese Art Deco masterpiece. Woven in the 1920s, it depicts a lush ga...
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Supremely Elegant with Neo-Classical Embellishment Antique French Savonnerie Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Savonnerie Carpet 23' x 23'
Category
1890s French Neoclassical Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
74335 Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Persian Dervish Tabarzin and Kashkul, 01'10 x 01'09. A Persian Kerman pictorial rug is a handmade carpet from Kerman, Iran, known for its intri...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug 3.5
x 6.2
, 1920s - 1C1117
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug:
Indulge in the timeless allure of our Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, meticulously crafted in the 1920s. Measuring 3.5’ x 6.2’ (107cm x 189cm...
Category
1920s Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$649 Sale Price
70% Off
Sea Foam Antique Persian Rug Mat
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian rug mat in sea foam colors
1'10'' x 2'8''
Category
1920s Persian Tabriz Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Nazmiyal Collection Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug. 13 ft 7 in x 16 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and impressive black and red antique Persian ziegler Sultanabad rug, origin: Persia, circa late 19th century - Ziegl...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Beautiful Antique Persian Kerman Carpet 13
10" x 20
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Antique Persian Kerman Carpet, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1900
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Light Blue Animal Persian Qum Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
early 20th century Persian Tabriz Pictorial rug in predominant light blue featuring a flurry of small animals floating in field and border.
Measures: 7'4" x 11'1".
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Folk Art Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Rug With Medallion in Rusty-Orange, Blue and Cream
s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Persian Serapi Rug With Medallion in Rusty-Orange, Blue and Cream's. Keivan Woven Arts / Rug / E-0804, country of origin / type: Iran /Serapi, circa 1910. Antique Heriz, Anti...
Category
19th Century Persian Serapi Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$22,880 Sale Price
28% Off
Antique Persian Tabriz Autumn Style Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Persian Tabriz rug in earth tones with an autumn-like motif.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Bauhaus Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkmen Tekke Rug in Allover Geometric Pattern in Brick-Red, Navy, Pink
Located in Barrington, IL
Beautiful early 20th century Turkmen Tekke area rug in an all over geometric pattern. This captivating rug features a sophisticated allover geometric medallion pattern, famously kno...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkmen Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1920s Chinese Art Deco Gallery Carpet ( 6
x 11
8" - 183 x 355 )
Located in New York, NY
1920s Chinese Art Deco Gallery Carpet ( 6' x 11' 8" - 183 x 355 )
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1870 Antique Serapi Rug Antique Bakhshayesh Rare Rug 160cmx213cm Serapi 5
X 7
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique Serapi rug 5X7 Handmade Bakhshaayesh Tribal Blue 5'3" x 7'
160cm x 213cm Circa 1870
"This is an antique Serapi Heriz Bakhshaayesh rug with meticulous geometric design- The cold climate of Mountains help nurture strong, quality sheep's wool. Because of this, Serapi
Heriz
Bakhshaayesh rugs are often considered among the most durable antique rugs produced.
This piece has magnificent colors and true artisan work!"-Antique Rug Collection
Size
5'3" x 7' 160cm x 213cm
Serial ID #
40235k
Design
Serapi, Heriz, Bakhshaayesh
Metric Size
160cm x 213cm
Age
Circa 1870
Category
Antique
Pattern
Geometric, Artistic work by Master Weaver
Material
100% Hand Knotted Wool
Foundation Material
Cotton
Color
Light Blue, Gold, Green, Ivory, Black, Brown, Orange, Yellow, Navy Blue, Gray, Pink, Antique Rose
Quality
Rare, Very Good
Condition
Fantastic Condition with respect to age and use, Low areas, Old Restorations, Amazing Artisan work
History of Heriz Carpet
Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heriz, East Azerbaijan in northwest Iran, northeast of Tabriz. Such rugs are produced in the village of the same name in the slopes of Mount Sabalan. Heriz carpets are durable and hard-wearing and they can last for generations. 19th century examples of such carpets are often found on sale by major auction houses in United States and Europe. Part of the reason for the toughness of Heriz carpets is that Mount Sabalan sits on a major deposit of copper. Traces of copper in the drinking water of sheep produces high quality wool that is far more resilient than wool from other areas.
Heriz rug weavers often make them in geometric, bold patterns with a large medallion dominating the field. Such designs are traditional and often woven from memory.
Similar rugs from the neighboring towns and villages of the Heriz region are Afshar, Heris, Mehraban, Sarab, Bakhshayesh, and Gorevan. The grades of these rugs are primarily based on village name. Serapis, for example, have been considered the finest grade of Heriz since the beginning of the 20th century.
Heriz rugs are of coarse construction. The rugs range from 30 kpsi on the low end to 100–10 kpsi on the high end. It is rare to see a rug over 100 kpsi that would look like an authentic Heriz unless it is an antique silk Heriz...
Category
1870s Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Antique American Hooked Rug, 1880s, 1C988
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique American Hooked rug in floral design. The rug is from the end of 19th century. It is in good condition, has some old restorations. It is Victorian period rug.
-co...
Category
1880s American Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$974 Sale Price
70% Off
Unusual Early 20th Century Khotan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual early 20th Century Central Asian Khotan rug with a wonderful pattern containing five Stars of David, amidst a field of mirrored trees-of-life, all woven in crimson, gold, ...
Category
1920s Central Asian Khotan Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Saruk Antique Rug - 4
4" x 6
1"
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Saruk rug boasts a rich and inviting light brick red background, which sets the stage for an intricate all-over floral design. The motifs are ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Wool Ivory Oriental Rug Hand Knotted
Located in Port Washington, NY
Sultanabad is a region in NW, Persia. It was the site of the principle Ziegler weavings in the late 19th century. Sultanabad's are famous for their floral designs as they improved th...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
The Celestial Salon: Antique Chinese Art Deco Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79268 Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 09'02 x 11'05. An unparalleled expression of whimsical elegance and cultural depth, this hand-knotted wool antique Chinese Art Deco rug is a rare ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Saltillo Serape Mexican Blanket, 19th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
A Saltillo serape is a type of Mexican blanket that originated in Saltillo, a city in the northern state of Coahuila. It is typically made of wool and features vibrant colors and intricate designs, often incorporating geometric shapes and floral motifs. The Saltillo serape is a popular item in Mexican culture...
Category
19th Century Mexican American Colonial Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique French Aubusson Rug. Size: 17 ft x 18 ft 5 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Large Square Size Antique French Aubusson Rug, Country of Origin: France, Circa Date: Mid 19th Century. Size: 17 ft x 18 ft 5 in (5.18 m x 5.61 m)
This magnificent antique french Aubusson carpet stands out as an exquisite piece for the collector of mid 19th century antiquities. The first thing that stands out is its striking use of color with bright reds and ivories against a dark background. This is only one of the many features that stands out about this impressive piece. This impressive antique French carpet was produced by the carpet works of Aubusson, France using traditional techniques that allowed them to produce antique carpets that were some of the finest in the world.
The carpet features a garden lattice...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Handmade Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, 1900s, 1C1045
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique collectible Afghan Baluch rug in tribal prayer design. The rug is from the middle of 20th century in original good condition.
-condition: original good,
-circa...
Category
1910s Afghan Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$396 Sale Price
75% Off
Allover Antique Persian Malayer Designed Wool Rug In Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Malayer hand-knotted distressed wool rug features a brown field, complemented by an exquisite all-over pattern enhanced with accents of red and beige.
This rug measures...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Larestan Rug in Beige/Brown, with Floral Patterns, from Rug
Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool, this 12x17 antique Larestan rug, originating from India, circa 1920-1930, is likely to be inspired by works of the same Persian region and its workshops.
On t...
Category
1920s Indian Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Red Persian Antique Bidjar Accent Square Small Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Rug with a classic medallion and border design on a red field
Details
rug no. j2571
size 3' 9" x 4' 9" (114 x 145 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Adirondack Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Choir Carpet from the Aubusson Manufacture – 19th Century – No. 1578
Located in Paris, FR
Period: 19th century
Condition: Excellent
Material: Wool & Silk
Dimensions: 470 x 113 cm
This magnificent carpet, having undergone a deep cleaning and a meticulous inspection by our...
Category
19th Century French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Rug. 4 ft 2 in x 5 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking Antique Persian Silk Tabriz Carpet, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Persian Rugs, Circa Date: 1900 - Size: 4 ft 2 in x 5 ft 7 in (1.27 m ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
The Gilded Orchard: A Persian Mahal Rug of Timeless Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
72297 Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, 13'08 x 20'08. A one-of-a-kind masterpiece of elegance and heritage, this hand-knotted wool Persian Mahal palace rug captures the essence of refined ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$13,499 Sale Price
25% Off
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Tribal Kazak Rug Caucasus Region
Located in Dallas, TX
78210 Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug, 04'06 x 06'06. Caucasian Kazak rugs, originating from the Caucasus region and particularly associated with the Kazakh people, represent a rich trad...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$3,675 Sale Price
36% Off
Zabihi Collection Persian Bakhtiari Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
an accent size 1920s Earth-toned Persian Baktiari Rug
Details
rug no. j4636
size 4' 1" x 6' 6" (124 x 198 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Red and Blue 8
x11
5
Circa 1920
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
This antique Heriz rug is a stunning example of traditional Iranian craftsmanship, featuring a hand-knotted wool construction renowned for its durability and artistry. The bold geome...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Victorian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1850s Antique Persian Ziegler Sultanabad 12x15 Orange, Blue,
Ivory Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
We present a beautiful Antique Persian Ziegler Sultanabad 12x15 Orange, Blue, & Ivory Handmade Area Rug #9902456. Ziegler Sultanabad carpets are classics in...
Category
1850s Persian Sultanabad Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Chinese Peking Rug 9
3
x 11
8
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Peking Rug 9'3'' x 11'8''. A generic term referring to any carpets made within the confines of the Middle Kingdom including: Ningxia (north central China), Peking (w...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$7,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Zabihi Collection 19th Century Antique Shirvan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century Shirvan Caucasian Rug
Details
rug no. j4576
size 3' 9" x 5' 5"
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century ivory field Antique Oushak Rug
Details
rug no. j4082
size 8' 2" x 9' 10" (249 x 300 cm)
Category
Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Red Art Deco Chinese Wool Rug 8 Ft 10 In X 11 Ft 4 In.
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful antique Art Deco rug, hand-knotted wool with a deep burgundy field, dark lavender rame in an all-over Classic Chinese floral design, circa 1920
This rug measures 8' 10" x 1...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Kazak Tribal Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
78813 Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug, 04'04 x 05'01. With roots deep in Kazakh culture and originating from the Caucasus region, Caucasian Kazak rugs embody a legacy of meticulous craft...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Kazak Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century French Verdure Aubusson Tapestry with Louis XV Style
By Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Located in Dallas, TX
78831 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry, 06'10 x 09'08. Woven in the storied ateliers of Aubusson during the late 19th century, this handwoven wool and silk ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Aubusson Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
Handmade Antique Persian Kurdish Collectible Rug 3.7
x 9.4
1870s - 1N77
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Authentic Tribal Legacy: Antique Handmade Persian Kurdish Rug
Uncover the rich history and bold artistry of this handmade antique Persian Kurdish rug, a truly unique piece woven from...
Category
1870s French Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug in Faded Red, Teal, Blue, Ivory 11
3 x 18
7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug in Faded Red, Teal, Navy Blue, and Ivory with Large Geometric Medallion, antique Persian Serapi rug / N15-1203, country of origin / type: Iran / Sera...
Category
1880s Persian Serapi Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$60,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Persian Khorassan Carpet. 11 ft 10 in x 18 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Large Decorative Antique Persian Khorassan Carpet, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1900 - Size: 11 ft 10 in x 18 ft 7 in (3.61 m x 5.66 m).
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Khorassan Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 6
x 8
8
- 183 x 265 )
Located in New York, NY
1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 6' x 8'8'' - 183 x 265 )
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson Rug
Size: 11'2" × 12'6" (340 × 381 cm)
Steeped in the elegance of the French Belle Époque, this exquisite Aubusson rug from circa 1900 is a prime example of t...
Category
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Oversize Persian Heriz Serapi Rug 14
6 x 20
10
Located in New York, NY
Antique oversize Persian Heriz Serapi rug, 14'6 x 20'10. Serapi carpets are a quality designation for Heriz pieces of a firmer weave, shorter pile and finer quality. There is no vill...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Oversize Square Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Oversize rare square Oushak rug. Antique white field, soft green border.
18'3'' x 18'4''
Oushak rugs are a specific type of Turkish rug...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
8 x 10 Antique Handmade Chinese Art Deco Wool Rug In Red with Traditional Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Chinese Art Deco wool rug from the 1920s features a vivid red field framed by deep indigo borders, showcasing a tranquil landscape with pagodas, boats, waterfalls, and l...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
19th Century Tribal Turkish Oushak Rug 9
7
X 8
7
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Turkish Oushak rugs have been woven in Western Turkey since the beginning of the Ottoman period. Historians attributed to them many of the great masterpieces of early Turkish...
Category
19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Hereke Rug 2
8
x 3
8
Located in New York, NY
Antique Hereke Rug 2'8'' x 3'8''. Sandy ecru niche shaped field with a central basal vase and half columns with palmette capitals. Inscribed alam-shaped panel just above, and vinery ...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Silk
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Zabihi Collection Oversize Antique Persian Yazd Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Persian Yazd rug from the first quarter of the 20th century.
10'8'' x 15'
Yazd carpets are very similar to formal Persian Kerman carpets in desi...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Regency Revival Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$11,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand-knotted Antique 1880s Wool Persian Farahan Sarasar Rug, 5
x 7
Located in New York, NY
This antique Persian Farahan Sarasar carpet circa 1880 in pure handspun wool and organic vegetable dyes is hand knotted in a Persian Farahan weave, and the overall or “Sarasar” desig...
Category
1880s Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Hand Knotted Persian Qashqai Shiraz Tribal Rug with Tribal Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Persian Qashqai Shiraz tribal rug with tribal diamond Design,
Keivan Woven Arts / rug EMB-9688-P13531, country of origin / type: Iran / Qashqai...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug. Size: 9 ft 6 in x 12 ft
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1920 – Size: 9 ft 6 in x 12 ft (2.9 m x 3.66 m).
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique 1880s Persian Qashqai Kashkouli Rug, Wool, 4
x 6
Located in New York, NY
This 1880-1890 Persian Kashkouli Qashqai rug consists of a handspun wool warp and weft and hand-knotted handspun wool pile. Its rich blues, reds, greens, and golds were all created u...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
$12,400 Sale Price
20% Off
1880s Antique Persian Sultanabad 16x19 Tan, Blue,
Ivory Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Ashly Fine Rugs presents a beautiful Antique Persian Sultanabad 16x19 Handmade Area Rug #1142157. Sultanabad carpets are classics in the world of interior design, and they continue t...
Category
1880s Persian Sultanabad Antique Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Doris Leslie Blau Antique English Axminster Botanical Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique English Axminster Botanical Rug
Size: 11'4" × 15'3" (345 × 464 cm)
This remarkable antique Axminster rug from early 19th-century England embodies the refined elegance and dec...
Category
Early 20th Century English Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Rusted Dusted Desert Orange Moroccan Village Rug
Located in New York, NY
Shades of yellow, brown, orange, red and black make up the border of this exquisite village rug (Morocco) and the center field is filled with hand-knotted designs passed down through...
Category
Early 20th Century Rugs and Carpets
Materials
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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