Oriental rugs

Handwoven Asian floorcoverings

Oriental rugs are handwoven carpets traditionally made in Asia, particularly Persia (Iran), Turkey, China, and the Caucasus region.

The term covers a range of styles distinguished by intricate patterns, rich colors, and knotted pile construction.

The dealer specialized in antique Oriental rugs.

The designation "Oriental" has become dated in other contexts but persists in the rug trade.

Related
  • pileAccumulated mass of objects
  • carpetThick floor textile
  • kilimTapestry rug without pile
  • silkFine woven insect fiber
  • knotTied rope fastening

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material composition

Oriental rugsvinyl flooring

Plastic-based floor material

nylon carpet

design aesthetic

Oriental rugsshag carpet

cultural/geographic origin

Oriental rugsNavajo rugs

Indigenous Southwest handwoven textiles

Moroccan rugs

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Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G