At 1stDibs, there are several options of dhurrie and kilim rugs available for sale. Each of these unique dhurrie and kilim rugs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
fabric,
wool and
cotton. We have 49 antique and vintage dhurrie and kilim rugs in-stock, while there are 48 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of dhurrie and kilim rugs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of dhurrie and kilim rugs to choose from, but at 1stDibs,
Modern and
Mid-Century Modern dhurrie and kilim rugs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made dhurrie and kilim rugs over the years, but those made by
Nordic Knots,
Rug & Kilim and
AELFIE are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Today, there are few elements of decor as consistently beautiful as vibrantly colored, intricately patterned antique rugs. The legacy of fine Indian rugs and carpets dates back to the Mughal Empire, with Jalal-ud-Din Akbar in the 16th century establishing workshops for carpet weaving based on Persian practices. Combined with the aesthetics of Indian art, a new rug tradition was born.
In India, these Persian-inspired rugs and carpets were often made with lush materials, including silk, velvet and pashmina, a type of cashmere. It could take laborers as long as 15 years to weave a single carpet. Many of these rugs and carpets were created for royalty and frequently used inside palaces and mosques, particularly on special occasions.
Though the carpet weaving stemmed from a Persian tradition, Indian rugs and carpets featured designs that predated Persian influences. These complex patterns included floral, geometric, and animal motifs.
Indian rugs remain among the most coveted decorative items today. Browse 1stDibs for a wide variety of vintage, new and antique Indian rugs and carpets to establish a lavish focal point in any room in your home. See our guide to caring for your antique and vintage rugs, and read about how to choose the right area rug for your space.