After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.
Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.
Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.
The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.
Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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1940's Turkoman Turkish Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
77144 Distressed Vintage Turkish Turkoman Rug, 02'11 x 04'01. A Turkish Turkoman rug is a handwoven carpet from the Turkoman tribes. These rugs are renowned for their geometric patte...
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Rug & Kilim's Classic European-Style Runner Green Red Custom Rug Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating from one of our most reputed long-standing partner looms in Nepal, this addition to the European collection by Rug & Kilim recaptures the sensibi...
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Rug & Kilim's Bilbao Spanish Design Beige Floral Wool-Silk Runner
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Nepal, this floral runner features a Bilbao floral design, hand knotted in a lustrous combination of wool and silk. Named for the Spanish city fathering its ancestral...
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Rug & Kilim's Bilbao Spanish Design Beige Floral Wool-Silk Runner
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Nepal, this floral runner features a Bilbao floral design, hand knotted in a lustrous combination of wool and silk. Named for the Spanish city fathering its ancestral...
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Rug & Kilim’s Traditional Geometric Green and Red Wool Custom Runner – “Cortez”
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool originating from one of our most reputed long-standing partners looms in Nepal, this addition to the European Collection by Rug & Kilim recaptures the sensib...
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Rug & Kilim’s Traditional Geometric Green and Red Wool Custom Runner – “Cortez”
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool originating from one of our most reputed long-standing partners looms in Nepal, this addition to the European Collection by Rug & Kilim recaptures the sensib...
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Rug & Kilim's Classic European-Style Runner Green Red Custom Rug Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating from one of our most reputed long-standing partner looms in Nepal, this addition to the European collection by Rug & Kilim recaptures the sensibilities of inspiration Spanish rug patterns affectionately dubbed “Cortez” in this 3 x 10 edition of the custom design. A tasteful Abrash in the field background both brings out the rich crimson red geometry as well as exemplifies the subtle variations of green between the field background and border pictorials, juxtaposing the aforementioned variations with cream and pink hues against black meandering geometry creating this depthful look in a surprising scale unique to our approach; ideal for stairway runner...
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Rug & Kilim's Bilbao Spanish Design Beige Floral Wool-Silk Runner
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Nepal, this floral runner features a Bilbao floral design, hand knotted in a lustrous combination of wool and silk. Named for the Spanish city fathering its ancestral...
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Rug & Kilim's Bilbao Spanish Design Beige Floral Wool-Silk Runner
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Nepal, this floral runner features a Bilbao floral design, hand knotted in a lustrous combination of wool and silk. Named for the Spanish city...
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Rug & Kilim's Classic European-Style Runner Green Red Custom Rug Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating from one of our most reputed long-standing partner looms in Nepal, this addition to the European collection by Rug & Kilim recaptures the sensibi...
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Modern California Spanish Neutral Hand Knotted Wool Rug 13'1''x16'1''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Enhance your space with the timeless elegance of this hand-knotted wool rug, featuring a subtle tribal diamond pattern in calming neutral tones. This oversized masterpiece effortless...
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Elegant Spanish Traditional Ivory Tonal Wool Rug 9'x12'9''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Add an air of refined sophistication to your space with this exquisite hand-knotted wool rug, crafted in Pakistan. Measuring 9' x 12'9", subtly woven in soft ivory tones for a timele...
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Transitional Beige Handmade Wool and Silk Rug With Allover Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary hand-knotted rug showcases a stunning floral design with a vibrant color scheme. Crafted from high-quality wool or silk, it features a gray and beige background tha...
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$383Sale Price|35% Off
W 40.95 in L 55.52 in
Traditional Wool Kilim Grey Brown Kilim Rug Geometric Modern Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This bold traditional wool Kilim rug is a handwoven Afghan Kilim constructed in the early 21st century, circa 2010-15. The design features a repeating motif pattern made up of hook m...
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$1,280
W 25 in L 123 in
Nazmiyal Collection Modern Swedish Style Kilim Runner Rug 2 ft 1 in x 10 ft 3 in
Located in New York, NY
Astonishing Contemporary Swedish Style Fish Design Kilim Runner Rug, Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa Date: Modern
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$932Sale Price|20% Off
W 47.64 in L 72.05 in
Modern Kilim Rugs Handmade Kilim Flatwoven Carpet Wool Beige Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This modern wool kilim was woven by hand in India in the early 21st century. The design features symmetrical geometrical patterns that have been woven in an array of rustic colours, including brown, beige, rust and mustard. The colour palette and design in this elegant Kilim...
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$1,591Sale Price|20% Off
W 27.56 in L 113.39 in
Handmade Carpet Vintage Runner Rug, Oriental Red Wool Rug Stair Runner
Located in Wembley, GB
This vintage wool runner rug was woven by hand in the 1960s and featured a rich red background and geometric design made up of brown and beige...
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$932Sale Price|20% Off
W 29.93 in L 95.67 in
Needlepoint Runner Rug Classic Cream Wool Stair Runner Area Rug Handwoven Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
The design of this needlepoint rug features a simple cream background with accents of green, pink and blue that make up the flowers and animals. Beautifully woven with delicate details throughout, creating an elegant accent rug sure to uplift any space it is introduced to. Constructed by master weavers who use only the finest materials including hand-spun wool and cotton that have been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques. The weaving techniques and materials make this needlepoint durable and sure to last if cared for correctly. It is in excellent condition having never been used! Easily style with your traditional country house interior or modern open space for an instant lift! This long needlepoint rug is in excellent condition, ready for use in any room in your home. Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find the perfect accent pieces for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Needlepoint Runner rug...
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$1,536Sale Price|20% Off
W 41.34 in L 110.24 in
Vintage Runner Rug Traditional Carpet Geometric Wool Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
Are you in the market for a new vintage runner rug? Then look no further this fine handwoven wool runner rug has been woven with a bold central repe...
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Beige Hand-Knotted Kilim Wool Rug, Striped Design, 9'1\"x12'5\"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Modern flat-weave Kilim handmade wool rug with a beige color field. This Kilim rug has gray accents in a gorgeous stripe design. This rug measures: 9'1" x 12'5".
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Modern Kilim Flatweave Red and Beige Geometric Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Kilim flat-weave wool rug with a red field. This piece of art has beige and brown accents in a gorgeous geometric pattern design. This rug measures: 8'3" x 9'9". ...
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$932Sale Price|20% Off
W 48.04 in L 72.05 in
Modern Kilim Rug Traditional Carpet Red Kilims Wool Flatwoven Kelim Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This unique modern Kilim rug was woven by hand in early 21st century Afghanistan. The earthy tones and bold patterns revealed in this piece make it the perfect accent rug for any spa...
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Antique Kilim Runner
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
This antique kilim rug is a beautiful example of flatwoven craftsmanship, celebrated for its lightness, durability, and artistic clarity. Handwoven from hand-spun wool, it carries th...
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$2,634Sale Price|20% Off
W 31.5 in L 187.01 in
Handmade Rugs Oriental Carpet Runner and Rugs, Red Wool Vintage Runner
Located in Wembley, GB
This elegant runner rug was woven by hand in 1950 and features a fantastic repeat pattern design. The central design features a red background with brown and cream accents that make ...
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19th Century Rare Large Room size Baluch Rug 7.2x12.6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the rich heritage of tribal craftsmanship with this antique Persian Baluch rug, handwoven with intricate geometric patterns and earthy tones. Measuring 7.2 x 12.6 feet, this ...
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Mesmerising Wave-Inspired Patterned Wool Rug 9'8''x13'7''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
Elevate your interior with this exquisite wool rug, featuring a mesmerising wave-inspired organic pattern in a harmonious palette of neutral tones. Measuring 9'8" x 13'7", this rug o...
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Decorative Ivory and Green Vintage Spanish Rug
Located in New York, NY
Spanish rugs, although, Spain is not generally thought of as a rug producing region, Spanish rugs represent the most venerable and honored tradition of rug production in Europe, goin...
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