Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat showing traditional woven straw pattern with tassels
Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat
Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat
Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat

Vendor:Old New House®

Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat

$220.00

Circa 1980s, this vintage handmade African Tuareg rug mat measures 1'4" by 2'3". Handwoven by the Tuareg people near Niger, the piece shows characteristic joined straw techniques for length. Sold as found vintage condition, it displays traditional patterning and texture for entrance or shower mat use.

  • Authentic vintage Tuareg mat from the 1980s
  • Handwoven with unique assembled straw design
  • Measures approximately 1'4" x 2'3" excluding warps and tassels
  • Sold as found; cleaning with water voids returns
  • Suitable for entrance or shower mat placement
Size
Size: 1'4" x 2'3"

A vintage Tuareg woven rug mat with authentic character

Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat Details

Exact dimensions and condition

Measures & Material Details

Item ID
ab01417 Size: 1'4" x 2'3" (excluding warps/tassels) Material: Straw (joined pieces) Condition: Vintage, as found Provenance: Tuareg people, Niger region Date: Circa 1980s Use: Entrance and shower mat

What arrives

One Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat

Size and fit considerations

Intended Use and Dimensions

Recommended placement as an entrance or shower mat; care includes occasional flushing with clean water, noting that cleaning finalizes the sale.

Shipping and returns overview

Delivery and Return Policies

Ships within 1-3 business days via UPS Ground or freight

Ships within 1-3 business days via UPS Ground or freight depending on order. Shipments include tracking and insurance.

Returns accepted within 30 days; cleaning voids returns

30 day return window. Returned items must be in transit within 3 days of receiving return label. No restocking or label fees. Cleaning with water makes sale final.
Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat showing traditional woven straw pattern with tassels

Color in quiet lines

Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat, circa 1980s — a compact field of straw and threaded geometry that hums with handwork.

Kept by hand

A small map of gatherings

One-of-one character

Rooms often need warmth without weight. The Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat brings scale and story in a footprint that fits narrow tables, entry shelves, or a studio wall. Its straw grids and bright triangular motifs read as both textile and drawing, lending texture where surfaces feel flat.

Texture that speaks softly

At 1'4" x 2'3", the Tuareg mat invites daily use—set under a bowl of citrus, by the bedside, or layered on a bench. Subtle irregularities and tasselled edges keep a space from feeling staged; they signal a life being lived.

For the collector at home

Someone who favors vintage handwork, loves small-scale pieces with presence, and curates surfaces with meaning.

Put it to work

Lay it on a console or tabletop as a tactile landing for keys, books, or a simple arrangement.
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Old New House® heritage

Legacy of care and selection

Old New House® brings a generational eye to hand‑picked vintage and antique rugs. Dave draws on a four‑generation line on his mother’s side and a five‑generation lineage on his father’s side in designing, manufacturing and importing hand knotted rugs dating to the mid‑1800s. Together with Melissa—who photographs and edits every listing—they curate each textile and also make one‑of‑a‑kind furniture and pillows. Operating from a flagship showroom in the NYC suburbs and balancing family life with two young children, they prioritize quality, craftsmanship, and the decorative story behind each piece. If you want authentic hand‑knotted construction presented with thoughtful photography and considered editing, Old New House® offers highly curated, sustainable‑luxury choices that sit comfortably in modern interiors.
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Your questions answered

Vintage African Tuareg Rug Mat FAQs

What are the exact dimensions?
It measures approximately 1'4" x 2'3"; measurements exclude warps and tassels.
Is this a new or vintage piece?
It is a vintage handmade mat, circa 1980s.
Where is it believed to be from?
It is believed to have been made by Tuareg weavers in or around Niger.
What condition should I expect?
It is sold in as-found vintage handmade condition with the character and irregularities typical of age and handwork.
How should I clean it if needed?
Flushing clean water through the mat may be used to clean it; please note that doing so makes all sales final.