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Contemporary Room Size Moroccan 12 x 20 Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
80468 Oversized Moroccan Rug, 12'05 x 19'08. In this hand-knotted wool oversized Moroccan rug, the fusion of Boho Chic and happy Hygge aesthetics creates a captivating canvas of woven beauty. Measuring nearly 12 x 20...
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Vintage Cretan Greek Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78797 Vintage Orange Greek Kilim Rug, 01'05 x 04'01. Handwoven Greek kilim rugs from Crete are traditional textiles renowned for their intricate designs and vibrant colors. Made from...
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Mid-20th Century Greek Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Wool and Silk Modern Tibetan Rug by Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
Wool and Silk Modern Tibetan Rug by Keivan Woven Arts/ rug 19-0833, country of origin / type: Nepal / Modern. Measures: 9 x 12. Finely made wool and silk modern design Tibetan rug from Nepal...
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Early 2000s Nepalese Tibetan More Carpets

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New Contemporary Blue Turkish Oushak Carpet, 09 11 x 14 10
Located in Dallas, TX
53963 New Modern Light Blue Turkish Oushak Rug, 09'11 x 14'10. This hand-knotted wool modern Turkish Oushak rug is a breathtaking composition that evokes the essence of a blooming ga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak More Carpets

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Antique Persian Tabriz Oriental Carpet in Small Size with Central Medallion
Located in New York, NY
Antique Perisan Tabriz oriental carpet, circa 1900, small Sized An antique Persian Tabriz oriental carpet, circa 1900. Size: 5'7" x 4'2". This small sized antique decorative rug w...
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Early 1900s Persian Antique More Carpets

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Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with French Provincial and Rococo Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77339 Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with French Provincial and Rococo Style 03'01 x 12'05. French Provincial and Rococo Romanticism meets timeless Anatolian tradition in t...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Rococo More Carpets

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4 1"x6 2" Red Hand Knotted 250 KPSI Herati Design Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Red Hand Knotted 250 KPSI Luxury Herati Fish Design Dense Weave Wool Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-ol...
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2010s Indian More Carpets

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Vintage Purple Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
20666 Vintage Purple Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 05'08 x 10'04. Beni M'Guild rugs, originating from the Beni M'Guild tribe nestled in Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains, embody a cherish...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian More Carpets

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21st Century Contemporary Rug
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
Elevate your living space with the timeless allure of our handcrafted Contemporary rug, straight from the artisans of India. Sourced from the finest wool, our rugs not only exude lux...
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2010s Indian Modern More Carpets

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21st Century Contemporary  Rug
21st Century Contemporary  Rug
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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Rustic Artisan Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52258 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Rustic Artisan Style 03'04 x 05'03. Warm and inviting, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug beautifull...
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1980 s Red Beni Mrirt Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78363 Vintage Red Moroccan Rug Beni Mrirt Carpet 06'07 x 10'07. This hand-knotted wool vintage Beni Mrirt Moroccan rug captivates with its vibrant intensity and profound expression, ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Aesthetic Movement More Carpets

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Navy Blue Vintage Rug, Kashan Rug Floral Design Carpet for Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
This rug is a traditional handwoven carpet of our luxury rugs made of handspun organic material by rugs master weavers. This navy rug is made with organic vegetable dyes, handspun wo...
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Early 2000s Caucasian Kashan More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

New Contemporary Brutalist Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style, 10 02 x 13 10
Located in Dallas, TX
80695 New Contemporary Oversized Moroccan Rug with Modern Brutalist Style 10'02 x 13'10. Recalling the Brutalist, this contemporary oversized Moroccan rug is an amalgam of Internatio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Brutalist More Carpets

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1880 s Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, 11 04 x 15 05
Located in Dallas, TX
76927 antique Persian all-over Serapi rug with English Tudor style. With a warm, neutral color palette, striking appeal, and architectural design e...
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Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Antique More Carpets

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Navy Carpet Aubusson Rug Area Handwoven Wool Needlepoint Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
This fantastic area rug has been handwoven with a beautiful symmetrical floral design woven on a navy blue background with accents of cream green and ivory. Both the colour and desig...
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1990s British Aubusson More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Vintage Persian Azerbaijan Runner, Tribal Style Hallway Azari Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
​75377 Vintage Persian Azerbaijan Runner, Tribal Style Hallway Azari Runner 03'09 x 10'03. This hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Azari runner with abstract tribal style features fiv...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi More Carpets

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Vintage Berber Moroccan Boucherouite Rug with Modern Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21607 Vintage Berber Boucherouite Moroccan Rag Rug 03'00 x 05'11. Alive with untamed vibrancy and soulful artistry, this vintage Boucherouite Moroccan rug stands as a testament to ingenuity, resilience, and cultural prestige. Hand knotted from repurposed textiles by Berber women, each precious fiber captures a fragment of history, transformed into a jubilant symphony of color. No two Boucherouite rugs are alike—each is a singular expression of freedom and imagination, making this a piece a true rarity reserved for connoisseurs of the extraordinary. Flashes of crimson, indigo, emerald, and saffron erupt across a kaleidoscopic ground, forming abstract lozenges, signature diamonds, and enigmatic motifs that carry symbolic echoes of protection, fertility, and joy. The unrestrained palette celebrates improvisation while embodying a deeper philosophy: that beauty can be born from scarcity, and luxury can emerge from sustainability. Owning such an exquisite work of art is not simply an acquisition but an embrace of cultural legacy and social good. Revered today in elite design circles, Boucherouite rugs have moved from humble origins to commanding spaces in the world’s most refined interiors. This exceptional masterpiece, with its striking intensity and tactile richness, offers not just a floor covering, but a cherished treasure—an emblem of rarity, status, and visionary taste. Uniquely woven with recycled materials, such as cotton and wool, these Boucherouite Moroccan rugs display a colorful boho...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal More Carpets

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Wool, Fabric, Cotton

Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Area Rug with Bohemian Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
51330, vintage Turkish striped Kilim Area rug with Bohemian Tribal style, flat-weave Kilim rug. This handwoven wool vintage Turkish Kilim rug features double colored bands in alterna...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim More Carpets

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Vintage Berber Moroccan Azilal Rug, Cozy Boho Chic Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21763 Vintage Neutral Moroccan Azilal Rug, 05'04 x 05'06. Step into the enchanting realm of Azilal rugs, where each strand tells a story meticulously crafted by skilled artisans amid...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Post-Modern More Carpets

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Sapphire Mirage: A Contemporary Moroccan Rug of Modern Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
80703 New Modern Blue Moroccan Trellis Rug, 09'05 x 12'11. Bathed in a brilliant sapphire hue, this hand-knotted wool modern Moroccan rug from Pakistan cap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tribal More Carpets

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1990’s Colorful Beni MGuild Berber Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21804 Colorful Vintage Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 04'09 x 10'09. Nestled within the enchanting embrace of Morocco's Atlas Mountains, the skilled hands of Berber women from the Ait M'G...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian More Carpets

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The Garden Eternal: A Monumental Late 19th Century Persian Qazvin Masterpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
77432 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Qazvin Rug, 11'00 x 21'00. Woven in the cultural heartlands of northwestern Persia during the late 19th century, thi...
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Late 19th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Antique More Carpets

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Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Striped Flat-Weave Kilim Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a striped design offset on 3 stitched panels. Measures: 6' 1" x 8' 6".
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern More Carpets

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Rare Antique Rugs, Red Handmade Carpet, Caucasian Shirvan Mihrabi Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
A rare antique rug Caucasian Kazak, circa the 1890s, oriental rugs design. Fantastic Patterned rugs from the 18th century using vibrant colours and g...
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1890s Caucasian Kazak Antique More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Antique Baluch Saddle Bag, Brown
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Antique Baluch saddle bag with plain weave back. Western Afghanistan. The saddle bag is of lattice design with Turkmen related design elements. The saddle bag is in excellent c...
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19th Century Afghan Antique More Carpets

New Contemporary Abstract Rug Inspired by Helen Frankenthaler
By Helen Frankenthaler, Jackson Pollock
Located in Dallas, TX
30864 New Contemporary Abstract rug Inspired by Helen Frankenthaler, 08'00 x 09'09. ?Showcasing a modern style and raised silk design with incredible detail and texture, this hand kn...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Carpets

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Vintage Purple Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug with Tribal Style, Berber Moroccan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
20706 Vintage Purple Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 06'06 x 14'07. Originating from the Beni M'Guild tribe nestled in Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains, Beni M'Guild rugs embody a cherishe...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian More Carpets

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Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Style Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Art Deco style room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 9' 10" x 13' 7".
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco More Carpets

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Vintage Turkish Kars Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53567 Vintage Turkish Kars Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style 06'02 x 09'07. With its warm hues and beguiling beauty, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Kars rug will take on a cu...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Antique American Hooked Rug Featuring Colorful Village Scene
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique American Hooked rug featuring colorful pictorial village scene, rug s12-0806, country of origin / type: United States / Hooked, circa 1920 This American Hooked rug depicts...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman More Carpets

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The Chromatic Mirage: Contemporary Moroccan Masterpiece in the Spirit of Orphism
By Sonia Delaunay, Robert Delaunay
Located in Dallas, TX
80378 New Colorful Modern Moroccan Rug, 10'05 x 13'08. Radiant, rhythmic, and transcendent, The Chromatic Mirage is more than a Moroccan rug—it is a canvas of motion and light transl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Expressionist More Carpets

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Vintage Persian Hamadan Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
61136 Vintage Persian Hamadan runner, 03'04 x 09'11. With its rugged beauty and rustic sensibility, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Hamadan runner will take on a curated live...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer More Carpets

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The Golden Vine: A Vintage Tibetan Masterpiece of Serene Prestige
Located in Dallas, TX
76872 Vintage Gold Tibetan Area Rug, 09’01 x 12’00. Emanating understated luxury and meditative calm, this hand-knotted wool vintage Tibetan rug is a ...
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Late 20th Century Tibetan Modern More Carpets

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Antique Southwestern-Style Eye Dazzler Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77780 Antique Southwestern style Kilim Eye Dazzler Rug, 01'06 x 02'00. This handwoven wool antique Eye Dazzler Southwestern style Kilim is a mesmerizing showcase of traditional South...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art More Carpets

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Vintage Berber Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug with Modern Rustic Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
21443 Vintage Berber Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, 06'04 x 10'00. This hand knotted wool vintage Beni Mrirt Moroccan rug—woven by the esteemed Berber tribes of the Middle Atlas—offers mor...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal More Carpets

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Vintage Hand-Woven Flatweave Kilim in Wool with Sub-Geometric Design and Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This flat-weave tribal kilim has been hand-woven in wool. The rug features a horizontal stripe design, accentuated by various sub-geometric motifs. The rug has been rendered in multi...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim More Carpets

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Distressed Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Southern Living British Colonial Style
Located in Dallas, TX
52556, distressed vintage Turkish Kilim rug with Southern Living British Colonial style. This handwoven wool vintage Turkish Kilim...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim More Carpets

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Moooi Mixing Pixels of Gravity of Dance in Soft Yarn by Ruben de Haas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
by Ruben de Haas & Seb Janiak Ruben used Signature carpet design Lubhyati Solitudinis of the Mimesis Collection to recreate a new Signature Mixing Pixels carpet design. Designer Seb ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern More Carpets

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A Symphony of Seasons: Antique Chinese Peking Rug of Timeless Harmony
Located in Dallas, TX
77230 Antique Chinese Peking Rug, 09'00 x 11'04. Bathed in the serene glow of antiquity, this hand-knotted wool antique Chinese Peking rug captures the poetic essence of China’s Four...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie More Carpets

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Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Heriz Square Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Heriz square room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 12' 0" x 12' 7" Persian rugs carpets: Persia (Iran) is a moderately large...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic More Carpets

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Vintage Turkish Carpet, Timeless Appeal Meets Stylish Durability
Located in Dallas, TX
51818 Vintage Turkish Yastik Rug, 02'00 x 02'02. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Yastik rug is a radiant example of Anatolian craftsmanship, distinguished by its bold use of ...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak More Carpets

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Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug. 9 ft 3 in x 11 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious Fine Rustic Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Allover Design Area Rug, Country of origin: Persia, Circa date: 1880. Size: 9 ft 3 in x 11 ft 6 in (2.82 m x 3.51 m)
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19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Antique More Carpets

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Midnight Court: An Antique Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Imperial Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
72695 Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 09'04 x 13'00. A masterpiece of regal refinement, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Tabriz rug is a triumph of Persian artistry at its most opu...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz More Carpets

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Distressed Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Southern Living British Colonial Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50769, distressed vintage Turkish Kilim rug with Southern Living British Colonial style. This handwoven wool vintage Turkish Kilim...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish British Colonial More Carpets

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Temple Emanu-El Rug by Anni Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
100% pure silk Measures: 5.6 x 3 feet (1.7 x .9 meters) Edition of 150 Produced in association with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation and Christopher Farr...
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2010s Indian Bauhaus More Carpets

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Zabihi Collection Vintage Animal Bird Greek 20th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
a rare mid 20th century excellent condition Greek Carpet The overall ascending pattern of animals and birds amongst cloud bands is on a dark chocolate field. 9'8'' x 12'3''
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20th Century Greek Folk Art More Carpets

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Distressed Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
51129 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug, 02'06 X 10'04. Hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak carpet runner with modern traditional style featuring multiple cartouche motifs in an open ...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak More Carpets

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Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug with Tribal Style, Flat-Weave Rug with Stripes
Located in Dallas, TX
76864 Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Tribal Style and Traditional Banded Design Flatweave Kilim Rug with Stripes 04’07 x 06’05. This handwoven wool vintage Turkish kilim rug features...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim More Carpets

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Vintage Rugs Handmade Wool Carpet Runner, Blue Oriental Runner Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Traditional Oriental runner rug, handwoven wool carpet runner. This elegant wool runner rug was woven by hand in the 1950s. The central design has been intricately woven with diamonds and motifs symmetrically placed on dark background in colors of orange, brown and red accents. This is then framed by a decorative border that encloses the sophisticated design. Constructed with fin organic materials including hand-spun wools and cotton which have been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques. The skills used in the construction of this piece make it hardwearing and so perfect for any room. Easily style this piece with Classic and contemporary home styles. Suitable for use as a stairway runner rug, hallway runner or entranceway runner rug. Vintage rugs handmade wool carpet runner, blue Oriental runner...
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Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Rustic More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

1970 s Zeki Muren Turkish Sivas Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53307 Zeki Muren Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug, 06'02 x 09'01. This hand-knotted wool Zeki Muren distressed vint...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Post-Modern More Carpets

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Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78388 Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain rug, 06'00 x 11'11. With its simplicity, plush pile, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool vintage Beni Ourain Moroccan rug is a ca...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

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Modern Moroccan Rug
Located in New York, NY
A modern Moroccan rug in the Azilal style from the 21st century.
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Tribal More Carpets

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Modern Moroccan Rug
Modern Moroccan Rug
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Antique Chinese Baotou Scholar’s Rug with Confucian Pictorial Design
Located in Dallas, TX
77586, antique Chinese Baotou Scholar’s rug with Confucian Pictorial Design. This hand-knotted wool antique Chinese Baotou rug features a pi...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie More Carpets

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Traditional Red Antique Rug, Handmade Carpet Rust Oriental Rug 290x390cm
Located in Wembley, GB
Looking to upgrade your floors with an Antique Rug? This piece is sure to wow your guests… This fine wool rug was woven by hand in the 1920s and features a bold all-over central desi...
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1880s Azerbaijani Sultanabad Antique More Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner, Wide Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
52388, vintage Turkish Oushak runner, wide hallway runner. This hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runner features five floral lobed diamond...
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New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Arts Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50603 New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Arts & Crafts Style 09'08 x 12'10. The architectural elements of naturalistic forms and timeless elegance combined with Arts & C...
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New Contemporary Grey Khotan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
31070 Vintage-Inspired Modern Khotan Rug, 05'09 x 08'11. Vintage-style modern Indian Khotan rugs are contemporary creations inspired by traditional Khotan rug designs from the ancien...
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Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style and Pastel Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
53380, new contemporary Turkish Oushak rug with modern style and pastel colors 04'02 x 05'10. Blending elements from the modern world with pastel colors, this hand knotted wool conte...
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1960’s Persian Kerman Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78336 Vintage Persian Kerman Rug, 11'04 x 15'10. Step into a world of refined grandeur and storied artistry with this exceptional vintage Pe...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Kirman More Carpets

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Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Warm Mediterranean Costal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53041 vintage Turkish Oushak rug Warm Mediterranean Coastal style. Effortless beauty and simplicity meet warm beiges and deep blues with a subtle Mediterranean style in this hand kno...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak More Carpets

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Antique, New and Vintage Area Rugs and Carpets for Your Home

Antique, new and vintage area rugs and carpets are a simple way to add warmth and style to any space. Area rugs can be seasonal or changed with other decorative objects to refresh an interior. Carpet piles materials can vary from wool and cotton to silk and synthetic fibers, and the purpose of a floor covering can range from reducing noise to offering a place to sit.

Vintage rugs can ground a space, and arranging furniture around them creates a measured focal point. Key furniture pieces can be placed on the rug or just the legs, such as with furniture like coffee tables in your living room.

So, how can you tell if a rug is high quality or vintage?

The three main components that determine the quality of a piece are the dyes, the wool and the number of knots per square inch. Ultimately, however, if you want to be sure the rug you’re buying is truly an antique, it is best to consult an expert.

If you want a creative design that stands out, area rugs or carpets can provide layers of color. Rugs and carpets reflect a global heritage of textiles and weaving, such as ornately patterned Persian and Indian designs. Visually striking Chinese rugs can add a delicate touch of color, while modern rugs make a statement with their geometric patterns.

Turkish rugs, with their ruby reds and misted blues, their entwined botanical designs and rhythmic geometries, are as beloved today as they were in the 13th century. The West’s current infatuation with Moroccan and North African tribal rugs stretches to the mid-20th century, when modern furniture designers embraced bold geometric patterns and even bolder palettes as counterpoints to form-follows-function interiors. Alvar Aalto, Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier were among the designers who used these rustic, natural rugs to offset austere interiors.

If you properly maintain your antique and vintage rugs, they will last for many years. When you’re thinking about how to clean a rug, it is important to keep in mind that your vacuum is not too harsh for your favorite floor covering. Frequent vacuuming is in fact necessary to remove everyday dirt that otherwise wears down the pile. Omri Schwartz of Nazmiyal does, however, stipulate that “it’s best to use an ordinary suction vacuum without bristles, as the bristles can damage the rug’s pile.” Rotating the carpet every couple of years is also recommended — it ensures that the rug gets even foot traffic.

On 1stDibs, find a vintage rug or carpet to add a layer of beauty and function to your room.

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