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Modern North and South American Rugs

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Contemporary Silk Kusafiri Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Silk Kusafiri Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'0" × 18'0" (365 × 548 cm) This contemporary abstract hand-knotted out of silk rug is as fresh, unique and ingenious as it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Silk

"Alvorada" Rug Inspired by Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alvorada Rug is inpired by Oscar Niemeyer. The curves and mix of textures make an unique result and touch to this piece. Sizes arfe customizable. .
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2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

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Acrylic

Rug Kilim’s Cowhide Rug in Silver-Gray and White Tones
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 7x8 contemporary cowhide rug, originating from Brazil, is a comfortable and stylish addition to a wide range of spaces for its unique shape inherent to the craft. On the Design: Admirers of the craft may appreciate this new cowhide rug made with undyed colors with a natural silky sheen. With silver/gray and white undertones, this rug is an exemplary addition to the Rug & Kilim Modern collection for its unique shape. As a comfortable and stylish choice, this piece is particularly well suited to spaces seeking unshaped and irregular shaped rugs...
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2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Animal Skin

Restoration Hardware Rug
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Restoration Hardware Rug This rug measures: 145 wide x 108.5 deep x 0.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. We do NOT...
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Early 2000s American Modern North and South American Rugs

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Textile

Pieces Otto Grey Zig Zag Print Modern Hand Tufted Irregular Shape Rug Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Otto rug features a fun zig zag edge and matching print, in a soft, neutral color palette. Not another neutral to help ground a room. Rugs that mak...
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2010s Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Luster of Equanimity Rug
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Bright and playful in its pink hues, this piece captures the stillness before transformation. Its smooth, interconnected shapes suggest a moment frozen in time — a meditative pause t...
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2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 4x6 ft, Natural Wool, Ivory
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 4ft x 6ft rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to t...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

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Wool

Luxury Natural Brazilian White Cowhide Rug – XL
Located in MADRID, ES
Timeless Elegance in Organic Form This exquisite natural cowhide rug is a testament to understated luxury and organic beauty. Ethically sourced from Brazil and hand-selected for its...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

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Leather

Rug Kilim’s Contemporary Cowhide Rug in White and Rose Gold
Located in Long Island City, NY
A 7x7 from Rug & Kilim’s line of handmade cowhide rugs. Enjoying a silky, lustrous sheen complementing the pallet of beige-brown with rose gold hints. A comfortable, textural choice,...
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2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Leather

Ojos Errantes Rug
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Eyes that remember how to grow again, photosynthesizing grief into rhythm, confusion into form. A new season begins not suddenly, but inevitably. This work reflects the body’s instin...
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2010s Mexican Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 12x15 ft, Braided, Multicolored 05
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 12 x 15 rug in the colors shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We ...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Amagansett Rug in Indigo, 8x10
Located in New York, NY
A cotton flatweave with a versatile allover pattern and beautiful tonal variations, Amagansett comes in a range of useful sizes. This is a stylish, easy-to-use rug that is at home in...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

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Cotton

Doris Leslie Blau Collection Modern Bubble Design Rug by Alan Wanzanberg
Located in New York, NY
Doris Leslie Blau Collection Modern Bubble Design Rug by Alan Wanzanberg Size: 6'0" × 9'0" (182 × 274 cm) Solid beige circular shapes of various sizes float playfully across the surf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Ochre, 8x10
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

GoodWeave Wool Rug
Located in Franklin Park, IL
GoodWeave Wool Rug This rug measures: 157 wide x 133 deep x 0.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. We do NOT Photosh...
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Early 2000s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Patagonia Shearling Taupe Rug 8 x10 2
Located in Torrance, CA
This luxurious Patagonia shearling rug is a masterful blend of texture and tone, hand-assembled from meticulously matched natural shearling panels. With its velvety, ultra-soft pile ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Fur, Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 8x10 ft, Braided, Multicolored 03
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for an 8 x 10 rug in the colors shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to th...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 9x12 ft, Braided Multicolored 04
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 9 x 12 rug in the colors shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 9x12 ft, Natural Wool, Beige
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 9 x 12 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the ...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 12x15 ft, Natural Wool, Ivory
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 12 x 15 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 8x10 ft, Natural Wool, Ivory
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for an 8 x 10 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 6x8 ft, Natural Wool, Dark Grey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 6 x 8 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can m...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, 9x12 ft, Natural Wool, Dark Grey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 9 x 12 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We can mix colors akin to the ...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Riff Rug from Souda, Customizable, 12x15 ft, Natural Wool, Dark Grey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for a 12 x 15 rug in the color shown in the first image plus a rug pad for use on hard surfaces. We offer a number of different colors. We...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Blues, 2x8
Located in New York, NY
A timeless tumbling-block rug design, Pompeii features a versatile motif that is equally at home in modern and traditional interiors. With its graphic pattern, stylish fringe and sof...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

GoodWeave Wool Rug
Located in Franklin Park, IL
GoodWeave Wool Rug This rug measures: 142.5 wide x 107 deep x 0.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. We do NOT Photo...
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Early 2000s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Blues, 2x3
Located in New York, NY
A timeless tumbling-block rug design, Pompeii features a versatile motif that is equally at home in modern and traditional interiors. With its graphic pattern, stylish fringe and sof...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Malta French Knot Rug in Sand, 5x7
Located in New York, NY
Made of wool and cotton on a traditional pit loom, Malta French Knot is a dynamic stripe with lovely dimension and texture accentuated by tassel fringe. This versatile geometric desi...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Caravanne Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Navy, 8x10
Located in New York, NY
A striking combination of geometric patterns gives our Caravanne Indoor/Outdoor rug its unique character and stylish look. Durable and carefree, this two-tone flatweave is made of 10...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Homage to the square after Josef Albers rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 10'0" × 15'0" (304 × 457 cm). This stunning contemporary rug is more than just floor covering, it is an art pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Silk

Eskayel-Culebra Cubic Abstract Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Doris Leslie Blau Collection Eskayel-Culebra cubic abstract handmade wool rug. Size: 10.0" x 14.4" (304 x 436 cm). Abstraction is one of the most revolutionary trends in art which st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Monumental Elegance: Modern Art Deco Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Monumental Elegance: Modern Art Deco Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 13'6" × 23'7" (411 × 718 cm). Bold in scale yet refined in detail, this hand-knotted wool rug from India offe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ankara Hand-Knotted Wool Rug in Sand, 9x12
Located in New York, NY
Our Ankara Hand-Knotted Wool Rug is a versatile transitional design that evokes the intricate patterning and border details of antique tribal carpets. Made of soft 100% wool, this to...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Apadana s Modern Genuine Sheep Leather Custom Rug in Ivory
Located in Norwalk, CT
Modern Genuine Sheep Leather Custom Rug offers a tailored combination of size and color to suit any space. This Custom Rug material is made of Sheep skin—genuine Ovine Leather—and u...
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21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern North and South American Rugs

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Sheepskin, Leather

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Rust, 3x10
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Malta French Knot Rug in Sand, 8x10
Located in New York, NY
Made of wool and cotton on a traditional pit loom, Malta French Knot is a dynamic stripe with lovely dimension and texture accentuated by tassel fringe. This versatile geometric desi...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Ochre, 3x10
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Handmade Luxury Gray Mosaic Rug. Hair-on-hide Patchwork - 6 x 8 Ft
Located in MADRID, ES
Introducing "Mosaic," a carpet made of hair-on-hide leather, meticulously hand-stitched, and presented in a medium gray color. "Mosaic" is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship, where...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

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Leather

Narragansett Rug in Indigo, 8x10
Located in New York, NY
A cotton flatweave with a versatile allover pattern and beautiful tonal variations, Amagansett comes in a range of useful sizes. This is a stylish, easy-to-use rug that is at home in...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Rust, 8x10
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Abstract Ikat Rug in Ivory, 10x14
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous design that combines flatweave construction with hand tufting, Abstract Ikat is a rhythmic broken stripe with pronounced texture and extra dimension. Inspired by our popul...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Cirrus Rug in Ivory, 9x12
Located in New York, NY
Our Cirrus Rug is a simple wool flatweave made fabulous by furry rows of fringe-like cotton-linen tufting. An understated statement piece, this unique rug adds luxurious texture to a...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Linen

Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Yellow Red, 4x6
Located in New York, NY
A timeless tumbling-block rug design, Pompeii features a versatile motif that is equally at home in modern and traditional interiors. With its graphic pattern, stylish fringe and sof...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Tortola Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Marine Blue, 9x12
Located in New York, NY
Made of soft yet super-durable PET, Tortola is as stylish as it is practical. Inspired by one of our bestselling indoor/outdoor textiles, this large-scale concentric diamond rug make...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Caravanne Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Navy, 9x12
Located in New York, NY
A striking combination of geometric patterns gives our Caravanne Indoor/Outdoor rug its unique character and stylish look. Durable and carefree, this two-tone flatweave is made of 10...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Ochre, 6x9
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Indian motifs, our Seema Indoor/Outdoor Rug is a stylish combination of geometric and abstract elements. Made of 100% recycled PET, it looks and feels like natural fibers...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Malta French Knot Rug in Sand, 9x12
Located in New York, NY
Made of wool and cotton on a traditional pit loom, Malta French Knot is a dynamic stripe with lovely dimension and texture accentuated by tassel fringe. This versatile geometric desi...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Tortola Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Marine Blue, 6x9
Located in New York, NY
Made of soft yet super-durable PET, Tortola is as stylish as it is practical. Inspired by one of our bestselling indoor/outdoor textiles, this large-scale concentric diamond rug make...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Polyester

Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Yellow Red, 2x3
Located in New York, NY
A timeless tumbling-block rug design, Pompeii features a versatile motif that is equally at home in modern and traditional interiors. With its graphic pattern, stylish fringe and sof...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Pompeii Hand-Knotted Rug in Blues, 4x6
Located in New York, NY
A timeless tumbling-block rug design, Pompeii features a versatile motif that is equally at home in modern and traditional interiors. With its graphic pattern, stylish fringe and sof...
Category

2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Modern Aztec Geometric Design Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Aztec geometric design handmade rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 9'0" × 12'0" (274 x 365 cm). A perfect mix of chic and practicality, geometric rugs can completely change any i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Abstract, Unique shape rug, Tufted New Zealand Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"DALL·E 2023-04-23 11.28.28", is a piece currently in production as part of Tuft the World's debut TTW Editions collection. This piece is tufted and crafted in the Tuft the World wor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Geometric Rug by Roderick N. Shade by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary geometric rug by Roderick N. Shade by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 5'0" × 8'0" (152 × 243 cm). Roderick N. Shade’s artistic vision earned him the fame and title of one of th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Vespero Beige, Blue and White Hand Knotted Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Vespero beige, blue and white hand knotted wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 9'1" x 11'9" (276 x 358 cm). Showcasing a fusion of tradition and innovation, this modern rug, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Colorful Area Rug, Tufted New Zealand Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This abstract design rug is a piece currently in production as part of Tuft the World's debut TTW Editions collection. This piece is tufted and crafted in the Tuft the World workshop...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern North and South American Rugs

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Wool

"Court Series" Key 2 Rug by Pieces, Modern Hand-Tufted Pink Red Colorful 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 North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zuko Chevron Print Rug by Pieces, Modern Grey Hand Tufted Zig Zag Rug Carpet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Zuko rug features a fun chevron edge and matching print, in a soft, neutral color palette. Not another neutral to help ground a room. Rugs that mak...
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2010s Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Full Track by Moniomi, Hand-Tufted Wool Terracotta Graphic Rug
Located in Miami, FL
The full track tapestry rug draws inspiration from the tracks run by athletes in the ancient Olympic Games. Dusky neutrals and geometric patterns make up this tapestry rug with a neo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern North and South American Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Silver on White – Metallic Cowhide Rug, Handmade, 7 x 8 ft
Located in MADRID, ES
Bring modern elegance to any space with this handcrafted metallic leather rug, made from natural cowhide and finished in a striking silver-on-white palette. Each piece is one of a ki...
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2010s Brazilian Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cowhide

Diosa Luna Handmade Bedside Rug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handmade Bedside rug by Tamika Rivera 2020 Materials: Fiber Dimensions: H 55" x W 32" x D 2" Edition: Unique This small handwoven rug by te...
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2010s American Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Modern north and south american rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern north and south american rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage north and south american rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern north and south american rugs made in a specific country, there are North America, South America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original north and south american rugs, popular names associated with this style include Luft Tanaka, Schumacher, Souda, and Paulo Kobylka. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for north and south american rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $260 and tops out at $48,000 while the average work can sell for $4,024.

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