The hunt for a truly exceptional antique rug is as exciting now as it was over 45 years ago when Jason Nazmiyal first began collecting. It is a skill developed over time which helps recognize a special rug versus an ordinary one.
From Floor to Wall: Displaying Rugs as Artwork
Rugs are adaptable, both in use and display. Sometimes, the best place for a rug isn’t on the floor, but instead mounted on a wall the way you would a tapestry or a painting. Learn which rugs are best suited to wall-hanging for an alternative option when furnishing your space.
The Art of the Horizontal Loom: How Nomadic Weavers Created Some of the World’s Most Beautiful Rugs
Learn the historical and practical significance of the horizontal loom and how it impacted tribal productions throughout history, creating hand-made designs with uniquely authentic charm.
Diversity in Style: Spanish Rugs Through the Ages
Spain has the oldest weaving traditions of all of Europe, dating back to the 8th century. The introduction of rug-making was impactful to the country’s local economy as well as to the general culture. Rug production in Spain has undergone several shifts throughout time, making Spain’s antique rugs some of the most visually and contextually complex.
Oriental Rugs in China: Antique Rug Collecting in Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong
Antique rugs, vintage rugs, and modern rugs alike have captured the interest of Chinese collectors and dealers, marrying China’s own rich history of rug-making with the modern appetite of culturally diverse aesthetics.
Gabbeh Rugs as Art: Wall Hangings, Floor Art, and Abstract Expression in Wool
Jason Nazmiyal reflects on Gabbeh rugs as underappreciated works of art, from his early American Gabbeh exhibition to their beauty as wall hangings and floor art.
What Collectors are Buying Now in Antique Rugs and Why
Collectors generally gravitate toward antique productions, and rugs are no exception. But which antique rugs they’re interested in varies from item to item, based on their design quality, structural condition, historical context, and scarcity.
How Condition, Restoration, and Provenance Affect Antique Rug Value
The condition, restoration quality, and provenance of a rug can significantly affect the value of a rug beyond its aesthetic appeal. Learn what exactly determines the pricing of beautiful collectable pieces.
Why Certain Antique Rug Categories Are On The Rise Again
Why are some antique rug categories rising again? Learn what is driving renewed interest in Oushaks, Scandinavian rugs, Moroccan rugs, Sultanabads, and other collectible design-friendly styles.