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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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.
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Wave Glass 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A subtle sense of texture is created in this sophisticated hand-woven rug. Contemporary pattern and updated neutral tones that work perfectly in any setting. Both touch and sight are...
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Romantic modern rug chari tones realized design Angela De Nozza Florence
Located in Firenze, IT
Made exclusively for Boralevi Gallery, entirely hand-knotted in Nepal from a work by Angela de Nozza. The juxtaposition of the hues and the elegant decoration are epressions of the...
Wool
Modern Tibetan ‘Hummingbird’ Silk & Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Tibetan ‘Hummingbird’ Silk & Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 11'10" × 16'3" (360 × 495 cm). Graceful and evocative, this Tibetan rug—affectionately named ‘Hummingbird...
Wool, Silk
Modern Abstract Tibetan Venetto Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Abstract Tibetan Venetto Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size : 10'0" × 13'0" (304 × 396 cm). Exuding refined minimalism with a tactile presence, this modern Tibetan Venetto ru...
Wool
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Wave Chili 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A subtle sense of texture is created in this sophisticated hand-woven rug. Contemporary pattern and updated neutral tones that work perfectly in any setting. Both touch and sight are...
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Contemporary 'Broken Glass' Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Single level, loop technique. Bleached New Zealand wool and un-dyed ash wool.
Wool
$4,350Sale Price|25% Off
Modern Nepalese Wool and Silk Rug in Citron, Apple Green, Black, Gray/Lavender
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nepalese Modern rug in apple green and gray lavender, rug 19-0820, country of origin Nepal/ type: Nepal / Modern This rug from Nepal features a modern design rendered in Apple and...
Wool, Silk
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Finely Woven Wool and Silk Modern Rug from Nepal by Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
Finely Woven Wool and Silk Modern Rug from Nepal by Keivan Woven Arts Rug 19-0837, Keivan Woven Arts / country of origin / type: Nepal / Modern This Tibetan rug, made in Nepal was w...
Wool, Silk
$5,525Sale Price|35% Off
Nepalese Modern Rug in Pink and White
Located in Atlanta, GA
Blended Tibetan modern rug, rug 19-0830, country of origin / type: Nepal / Modern This rug from Nepal features a subtle blending of pink and whit...
Wool
$4,250Sale Price|34% Off
Modern Design Rug from Nepal in Gray Blue, Gray, Steel Blue and White
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nepalese Modern rug with modern design. Keivan Woven Arts / rug 19-0816, country of origin / type: Nepal / Modern. Measures: 9'1 x 12'. This rug from Nepal features a modern design...
Wool
$10,000
Contemporary 'Frette' Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary 'Frette' Carpet Swedish pile technique.
Wool
$4,356Sale Price|20% Off
Modern Silk Rug by Keivan Woven Arts, Hand-Knotted, Nepal, 9' x 11'11
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts Modern Silk Rug from Nepal. Keivan Woven Arts/ Rug/ 19-0828, Nepal Measures: 9' x 11'11 This rug from Nepal was woven with silk and...
Wool
$4,560Sale Price|20% Off
Tibetan Modern Design Wool and Silk Rug by Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tibetan Modern Design Wool and Silk Rug by Keivan Woven Arts. rug 19-0832, Keivan Woven Arts country of origin / type: Nepal / Modern Measures: 8'1 x 10'3. This rug from Nepal was wo...
Wool, Silk
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Keivan Woven arts Modern Nepalese Rug in Wool and Silk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts Nepalese modern rug in shades of Dove gray, taupe, Black and ivory, rug/ 19-0835, country of origin / type: Nepal / Modern Measures: 4'1 x 6'. This Keivan Woven a...
Wool, Silk
Contemporary Reservoir Silk and Wool Rug by Brett Beldock for Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Reservoir silk and wool rug by Brett Beldock for Doris Leslie Blau Size: 9'0" × 12'0" (274 × 365 cm). A contemporary hand knotted silk and wool rug in shades of beige an...
Wool, Silk
Modern Oversized “Insolite” Geometric Silk & Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Oversized “Insolite” Geometric Silk & Wool Hand-Knotted Rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 14'0" × 24'0" (426 × 731 cm). Striking in both scale and detail, the oversized “Ins...
Wool, Silk
Modern Watercolor Impression Rug – Hand-Knotted Silk & Wool by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Watercolor Impression Rug – Hand-Knotted Silk & Wool by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'0" × 15'0" (365 × 457 cm). Evoking the fluid beauty of watercolor art, this abstract modern ...
Wool
Contemporary Beige and White Flat-Weave Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary beige and white flat-weave wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 4'0" x 6'7" (121 x 200 cm) Such an enchanting composition as this modern flat-weave rug will not leave any...
Wool, Silk
Contemporary Terra Blue Hand Knotted in Natural Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary terra blue hand knotted in natural wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 4'2" × 6'0" (127 × 182 cm). Hand knotted un-dyed wool Tibetan rug with all-over geometric design. ...
Wool, Silk
Contemporary Abstract Blue Purple Flat Weave Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Abstract Blue Purple Flat Weave Rug Size: 5'7" × 7'1" (170 × 215 cm) A contemporary flat-weave wool rug with an abstract design in blue and purple hues. Exclusively ava...
Wool
Round Lavender Hand Knotted Mohair Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Round lavender hand knotted mohair rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 11'4" × 11'4" (345 × 345 cm). Modern round rugs are exceptional utilitarian objects, steeped in the centuries-old w...
Mohair
Contemporary S10 Tibetan Floral Design Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary S10 Tibetan floral design rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 8'0" × 9'10" (243 × 299 cm). S10 Tibetan rug can boast of impeccable workmanship. It was carefully handwoven of...
Wool, Silk
Modern Art Deco Beige and Gold Quantum Circles Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Art Deco beige and gold quantum circles rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 8'0" × 10'3" (243 × 312 cm) The contemporary quantum circles rug before you was carefully knotted by ha...
Wool, Silk
Modern Geometric Hand-Knotted Silk & Wool Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Geometric Hand-Knotted Silk & Wool Runner – Tibetan Craftsmanship in Soft Grey Tones by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 2'1" × 8'8" (63 × 264 cm). Elevate your hallway or narrow spac...
Wool, Silk
Contemporary Traditional Nepalese Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Traditional Nepalese Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 4'3" × 5'8" (129 × 172 cm) This charming Nepalese traditional today rug exudes a particularly heartwarm...
Wool
Modern Silk & Wool Rug with Geometric Design by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Silk & Wool Rug with Geometric Design by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 8'10" × 12'0" (269 × 365 cm) A striking example of contemporary craftsmanship, this modern Tibetan rug effortl...
Wool, Silk
Arthur Dunnam Abstract Design Handmade Rug for Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Arthur Dunnam abstract design handmade rug for Doris Leslie Blau Size: 4'0" × 9'0" (121 × 274 cm) Elegance offered by contemporary rugs cannot be found anywhere else. Inspired by the...
Wool, Silk
Modern Beige and Black Hooked Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern beige and black hooked silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 15'0" × 15'8" (457 × 477 cm). This modern hand-knotted silk rug is a sophisticated expression of minimalism and ab...
Silk
Modern Tibetan Silk Rug – “Cinnamon Lattice” Design by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Tibetan Silk Rug – “Cinnamon Lattice” Design by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 8'0" × 10'0" (243 × 304 cm) Artfully crafted in Tibet, this luxurious modern silk rug features an intri...
Silk
Modern Tibetan Geometric Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Tibetan Geometric Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 10'0" × 14'0" (304 × 426 cm) Striking in its simplicity and refinement, this Modern Tibetan rug marries geometric precisi...
Silk
Abstract Modern Tibetan Rug in Silk and Wool – “Desert” by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Modern Tibetan Rug in Silk and Wool – “Desert” Design by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 8'0" × 10'2" (243 × 309 cm) This exceptional abstract modern rug, handwoven in Tibet, is a m...
Wool, Silk
Contemporary Rocky Peaks Geometric Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary rocky peaks geometric rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 4'11" × 8'7" (149 × 261 cm). This modern rug combines ancient Craft with contemporary trends. It carries an all-over...
Wool, Silk
Modern Tibetan "Rhombus" Rug in Silk and Wool by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Tibetan "Rhombus" Rug in Silk and Wool by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 12'2" × 18'4" (370 × 558 cm). A stunning fusion of geometric sophistication and artisanal finesse, this cont...
Silk
Contemporary Floral Design Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary floral design brown and white handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 12'0" × 15'0" (365 × 457 cm). This Chinese style rug has all characteristics of a high quality...
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Contemporary Abstract Kusafiri Eskayel Natural Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
By Eskayel
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary abstract Kusafiri Eskayel natural silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 7'9" × 17'3" (236 × 525 cm) This modern area rug is as fresh, unique and ingenious as its remarkabl...
Silk
Modern Tibetan Patchwork Rug in Earth Tones by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Tibetan Patchwork Rug in Earth Tones by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 6'0" × 9'0" (182 × 274 cm). A captivating study in texture, tone, and rhythm, this modern Tibetan rug exudes q...
Wool, Silk
Contemporary Ribbon Design White Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary ribbon design white handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 13'2" × 20'4" (401 × 619 cm). Abstract design and superb craftsmanship make this contemporary rug not on...
Wool
Contemporary 'Boggeri' Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary 'Boggeri' Carpet Cut pile and loop technique. Bleached New Zealand wool (pile) and un-dyed Nettle fibers (loop).
Wool, Natural Fiber
Contemporary 'Bow Tie' Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary 'Bow Tie' Carpet Two levels, cut pile and loop. Salu wool (cut pile) + Nettle (loop).
Wool
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Harlequin Silver 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A subtle sense of texture is created in this sophisticated hand-woven rug. Contemporary pattern and updated neutral tones that work perfectly in any setting. Both touch and sight are...
Wool
Carlos Amorales & Studio Roda Nepal Wool/Silk Ltd Ed Hand-Knotted Rug 10.5x7
Located in Miami, FL
We proudly present an extraordinary collaboration between renowned Mexican contemporary artist Carlos Amorales, visionary design studio RODA, and the master artisans of TeHer Art Rug...
Wool, Silk
Carlos Amorales & Studio Roda Nepal Wool/Silk Ltd Ed Hand-Knotted Rug 6×4
Located in Miami, FL
We proudly present an extraordinary collaboration between renowned Mexican contemporary artist Carlos Amorales, visionary design studio RODA, and the master artisans of TeHer Art Rug...
Wool, Silk
Carlos Amorales & Studio Roda Nepal Wool/Silk Ltd Ed Hand-Knotted Rug 7×5
Located in Miami, FL
We proudly present an extraordinary collaboration between renowned Mexican contemporary artist Carlos Amorales, visionary design studio RODA, and the master artisans of TeHer Art Rug...
Wool, Silk
Carlos Amorales & Studio Roda Nepal Wool/Silk Ltd Ed Hand-Knotted Rug Size 6×4
Located in Miami, FL
We proudly present an extraordinary collaboration between renowned Mexican contemporary artist Carlos Amorales, visionary design studio RODA, and the master artisans of TeHer Art Rug...
Wool, Silk
Abstract Geometric Modern Silk Tibetan Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Geometric Modern Silk Tibetan Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 8'0" × 10'0" (243 × 304 cm) This striking contemporary rug exemplifies the artistry of modern Tibetan craftsmans...
Silk
Contemporary Surface Subtly Floral Beige and Brown Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary surface subtly floral beige and brown silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 8'0" × 10'0" (243 × 304 cm). This stunning floral rug is a perfect combination of beauty and u...
Silk
Pablo Siquier - Limited Edition Artist Hand-knotted Wool and Silk Rug 9.9'x7.3'
Located in Miami, FL
Architectures of Abstraction, Handwoven TeHer Art Rugs is honored to unveil a singular rug collaboration with celebrated Argentine artist Pablo Siquier, whose practice is rooted in ...
Wool, Silk
Carlos Amorales & Studio Roda Nepal Wool/Silk Ltd Ed Hand-Knotted Rug 13.5'x 9'
Located in Miami, FL
We proudly present an extraordinary collaboration between renowned Mexican contemporary artist Carlos Amorales, visionary design studio RODA, and the master artisans of TeHer Art Rug...
Wool, Silk
Carlos Amorales & Studio Roda Nepal Wool/Silk Ltd Ed Hand-Knotted Rug 9' x 6'
Located in Miami, FL
We proudly present an extraordinary collaboration between renowned Mexican contemporary artist Carlos Amorales, visionary design studio RODA, and the master artisans of TeHer Art Rug...
Wool, Silk
Carlos Amorales & Studio Roda Nepal Wool/Silk Ltd Ed Hand-Knotted Rug Size 6×4
Located in Miami, FL
We proudly present an extraordinary collaboration between renowned Mexican contemporary artist Carlos Amorales, visionary design studio RODA, and the master artisans of TeHer Art Rug...
Wool, Silk
Modern Hand-Knotted Hemp Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Hand-Knotted Hemp Runner by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 2'0" × 13'7" (60 × 414 cm) With its rich, earthy palette and inviting texture, this modern hand-knotted hemp runner is a st...
Hemp
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Wave Chili 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A subtle sense of texture is created in this sophisticated hand-woven rug. Contemporary pattern and updated neutral tones that work perfectly in any setting. Both touch and sight are...
Wool
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Abstract Design Runner 2'6'' x 10'1''
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Design Runner 2'6'' x 10'1''.
Wool, Cotton, Silk
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Abstract Design Rug 2'7'' x 9'10''
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Design Rug 2'7'' x 9'10''.
Silk
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Flatweave Ikat V Brown 10X14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Luxurious modern hand-knotted rug from China, with a unique, one-of-a-kind look that'll present itself to being the finest piece in any home. The minimalist design gives a very moder...
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Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Flatweave Ikat III 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Luxurious modern hand-knotted rug from China, with a unique, one-of-a-kind look that'll present itself to being the finest piece in any home. The minimalist design gives a very moder...
Wool
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Flatweave Ikat II 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Luxurious modern hand-knotted rug from China, with a unique, one-of-a-kind look that'll present itself to being the finest piece in any home. The minimalist design gives a very moder...
Wool
Luxury Modern Hand-Knotted Flatweave Arrows Natural 10x14 Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Luxurious modern hand-knotted rug from India, with a unique, one-of-a-kind look that'll present itself to being the finest piece in any home. The minimalist design gives a very moder...
Wool
Contemporary Snake Design Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary snake skin design handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 12.0" × 22.0" (365 × 670 cm). The rug is rendered in a stately palette of browns and beiges with slate gr...
Wool, Silk
Modern Marble Floral Silk Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern marble floral silk rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 8'0" × 10'0" (243 × 304 cm). There are very few décor elements, next to lightning and paint, that have impact as strong as a...
Silk