Rugs with 8-Pointed Star Motifs
The 8-pointed star, often called the Rub el Hizb or the “Star of the East,” is one of the most spiritually significant and visually captivating symbols in rug history. Representing balance, harmony, and the connection between the earthly and the divine, this motif is a cornerstone of Caucasian (Kazak, Shirvan) and Navajo tribal weavings. In geometric designs, these stars act as a rhythmic anchor, leading the eye across the field with mathematical precision.
Whether found in a vibrant, high-contrast Kazak runner or a primitive, earth-toned Native American flatweave, the 8-pointed star brings a sense of ancient order and timeless geometry to a room, acting as both a focal point and a talisman of cosmic balance.
Rugs featuring the striking 8-pointed star motif—often called the Rub el Hizb or octagram—offer deep symbolic meaning and mesmerizing geometric balance. These patterns are central to many traditional weaving cultures, creating a powerful visual anchor in both antique and modern interpretations. Discover more about the history and significance of the 8 pointed star design motif in our specialized guide.
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Rustic Tribal Antique Mid 18th Century Turkish Islamic Ghiordes Prayer Design Coral Rug
$18,800.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft x 6 ft (1.22 m x 1.83 m) -
Antique Turkish Oushak Coral Rug – Rustic Village Pattern
$18,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 9 ft x 11 ft 8 in (2.74 m x 3.56 m) -
Antique Yellow Tribal Geometric Caucasian Kazak Hallway Runner Rug
$7,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 2 in x 8 ft 10 in (0.97 m x 2.69 m) -
Small Scatter Size Antique Ivory Chinese Geometric Medallion Baotou Rug
$2,700.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 2 ft 6 in x 5 ft 3 in (0.76 m x 1.60 m) -
Light Coral Antique Native American Flatweave Tribal Geometric Small Navajo Rug
$6,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 4 in x 5 ft 8 in (1.02 m x 1.73 m) -
Warm Light brown Antique Tribal Geometric Small Indian Flat Weave Dhurrie Carpet
$6,800.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 5 ft x 7 ft 4 in (1.52 m x 2.24 m) -
Small Size Ivory Color Antique Floral Paisley Motif Persian Bakhtiari Rug Pair
$9,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft 5 in x 6 ft 7 in (1.35 m x 2.01 m) -
1900s Antique Square Wool Geometric Medallion Hand Knotted Baluch Rug
$3,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 2 ft x 2 ft 8 in (0.61 m x 0.81 m) -
Antique Sarouk Small Scatter Size Wool Ivory Rug
$5,800.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft 2 in x 6 ft 3 in (1.27 m x 1.91 m) -
Big Size Blue Color Antique Tribal Persian Bidjar 1920s Rug
$19,624.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 11 ft 1 in x 18 ft 4 in (3.38 m x 5.59 m) -
Antique Kazak Caucasian Blue 1900s Hallway Runner Rug
$6,800.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft x 9 ft 5 in (0.91 m x 2.87 m) -
Classic Rustic Coral Antique Allover Design Oversized Persian Sultanabad Rug
$75,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 12 ft 9 in x 22 ft 2 in (3.89 m x 6.76 m) -
Large Scale Allover Tribal Geometric Design Antique Light Blue 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Rug
$37,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 8 ft 6 in x 11 ft 8 in (2.59 m x 3.56 m) -
Red Late 19th Century Primitive Tribal Antique Hand Knotted Caucasian Pile Rug
$8,800.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft 6 in x 8 ft (1.37 m x 2.44 m) -
Antique Caucasian Blue 1900s Rug
$3,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 5 in x 5 ft 3 in (1.04 m x 1.60 m) -
Antique Red Persian Bidjar Hallway Runner Rug
$6,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 6 in x 13 ft 2 in (1.07 m x 4.01 m) -
Small Scatter Size Antique Yellow Tribal Geometric Kurdish Persian Area Rug
$3,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 2 in x 5 ft 4 in (0.97 m x 1.63 m) -
Antique Sarouk Persian Red 1925 Rug
$3,750.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 7 ft 11 in x 11 ft (2.41 m x 3.35 m) -
Antique Ivory Long and Narrow Size Rustic Persian Sultanabad Wool Pile Rug
$13,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 8 ft 4 in x 19 ft 6 in (2.54 m x 5.94 m) -
Classic Late 19th Century Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Coral Room Size Area Rug
$27,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 9 ft 7 in x 13 ft 4 in (2.92 m x 4.06 m) -
Fine Rustic Late 19th Century Floral Persian Antique Tabriz Rug
$82,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 9 ft x 13 ft 8 in (2.74 m x 4.17 m) -
Antique Large Square Indian Knotted Red Rug
$27,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 16 ft x 16 ft (4.88 m x 4.88 m) -
Floral Medallion Design Large Size Antique Light Yellow and Blue Persian Tabriz Carpet
$12,750.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 12 ft 6 in x 17 ft (3.81 m x 5.18 m) -
1880s Room Size Chinese Ivory Knotted Rectangle – Peking Wool Antique Rug
$34,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 8 ft 3 in x 10 ft (2.51 m x 3.05 m) -
1930s Rectangle Antique Chinese – Peking Knotted Small Scatter Size Wool Ivory Rug
$6,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft 2 in x 6 ft 9 in (1.27 m x 2.06 m) -
Antique Native American Navajo Wool Gray Tribal Flat Weave Rug
$22,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 4 ft 9 in x 10 ft 8 in (1.45 m x 3.25 m) -
Allover Tribal Geometric 8 Pointed Star Design Flatwoven Antique Native American Navajo Rug
$8,800.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 9 in x 7 ft (1.14 m x 2.13 m) -
Chinese – Peking 1880s Room Size Knotted Rectangle Wool Blue Antique Rug
$37,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 9 ft x 11 ft 8 in (2.74 m x 3.56 m) -
Rare Antique Tribal Allover Design NW Persian Bakshaish Early 19th Century Rug
$48,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 7 ft 6 in x 18 ft (2.29 m x 5.49 m) -
Wool Square Ivory Beige Cream White Allover Geometric 1880s Hand Knotted Pile Antique Rug
$97,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 11 ft 8 in x 13 ft (3.56 m x 3.96 m) -
Ivory Small Scatter Size Chinese – Peking Knotted Wool 1920s Antique Rectangle Rug
$5,550.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 5 ft 2 in x 7 ft 8 in (1.57 m x 2.34 m) -
Allover Floral Hand Knotted Pile 1920s Rectangle Antique Wool Blue Large Rug
$27,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 12 ft x 18 ft (3.66 m x 5.49 m) -
Antique Room Size Fine Floral Pattern Persian Gray Blue Kerman Rug
$22,500.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 9 ft 2 in x 11 ft 8 in (2.79 m x 3.56 m) -
Antique N.W. Persian Blue 1880s Hallway Runner Rug
$9,800.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 6 ft x 7 ft 9 in (1.83 m x 2.36 m) -
Antique Serab Hallway Runner Wool Coral Rug
$11,400.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 3 ft 2 in x 15 ft 6 in (0.97 m x 4.72 m) -
Coral Background Cypress Tree Pattern Antique Long and Narrow Oversized Persian Afshar Rug
$98,000.00 Antique RugsRug sizes: 9 ft 3 in x 24 ft 9 in (2.82 m x 7.54 m)
