What does an allover design mean?

An allover design describes the pattern and design layout of the rug. To understand this better, let us contrast it with a medallion. A medallion rug has a central design, and the other elements of the rug radiate from the center and serve as supporting elements of the central motif.

How does the way a carpet's design ends impact its formality?

Some carpets appear as if they were carefully laid out, and the elements may appear in perfectly spaced rows and columns. Sometimes it seems as if the designer carefully planned out how the carpet would end, and it contains a completed row of design at the top. This carefully planned out end to the repeating pattern is sometimes referred to as a resolved border. This type of ending often gives the piece a more formal feel. It looks as if someone did considerable planning before executing the design.

One example of this is the Gul motif. This is an octagonal design that is often seen in Ottoman rugs.

How does the presence or absence of symmetry affect the design and focal point of allover rugs?

Another design quality to pay attention to when examining an allover rug is whether it has symmetry or not. Even though in allover rug does not have a formal medallion, sometimes a single motif is placed in the center. Other times, the center of the carpet is marked with a blank space between the motifs. All-over patterns may have horizontal or vertical symmetry. However, sometimes and all-over carpet seems to have no center at all and is asymmetrical.

Symmetrical or Asymmetrical Allover Rugs?

Symmetry is an effective way to control the focal point of the design. When a central design or space is placed in the center, even if it is only a part of a repeating pattern, it draws the eye to the center of the rug and creates a focal point. However, allover rugs that lack a central point draw the attention away from the center to the borders of the rug. Many times, lines will be strategically placed using flowers, vines, animals or geometric motifs. Some carpet artists create line and direct the eye in a way similar to the way painters do using similar layout techniques.

Allover Design Rugs

Antique, Vintage and Modern Allover Design Rugs

Allover Design Rugs – As you are browsing through our collection of exquisite carpets, you may encounter terms in the descriptions that describe the pattern of the rug. You may hear the terms such as medallion, tree of life, garden, vase or allover rugs. Let’s explore the allover carpet design.

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Small Tribal Gold Antique Turkish Ghiordes Rug 40843
$5,600.00 Size: 3 ft 4 in x 5 ft (1.02 m x 1.52 m)Purchase

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Vintage French Judaica “Crossing the Red Sea” Tapestry by Raymond Moretti 73145
$2,200.00 Size: 3 ft 3 in x 4 ft 10 in (0.99 m x 1.47 m)Purchase

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Ivory Antique Small Size Tribal Caucasian Kuba Area Rug 71814
$6,250.00 Size: 3 ft 7 in x 4 ft 10 in (1.09 m x 1.47 m)Purchase

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Vintage Paul Klee Rug “Little Drummer Boy” 71055
$2,100.00 Size: 2 ft 6 in x 4 ft 10 in (0.76 m x 1.47 m)Purchase

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Vintage Scandinavian Rug by Barbro Nilsson for Marta Maas 70828
$5,200.00 Size: 3 ft 6 in x 4 ft 10 in (1.07 m x 1.47 m)Purchase

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Small Size Antique Artistic American Hooked Area Rug 2560
$2,450.00 Size: 2 ft 10 in x 4 ft 10 in (0.86 m x 1.47 m)Purchase

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Small Antique Green Color Artistic Hooked American Rug 2786
$3,200.00 Size: 2 ft 11 in x 4 ft 10 in (0.89 m x 1.47 m)Purchase

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Small Square Shape Antique Tribal Northwest Persian Area Rug 72563
$3,600.00 Size: 4 ft 8 in x 4 ft 9 in (1.42 m x 1.45 m)Purchase

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Small Antonin Kybal Vintage Kilim French Rug 48894
$2,800.00 Size: 2 ft 3 in x 4 ft 9 in (0.69 m x 1.45 m)Purchase

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Antique Caucasian Shirvan Tribal Rug 73168
$3,600.00 Size: 3 ft 3 in x 4 ft 8 in (0.99 m x 1.42 m)Purchase

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Small Antique Abstract Shabby Chic East Turkestan Khotan Rug 71744
$2,600.00 Size: 3 ft 8 in x 4 ft 8 in (1.12 m x 1.42 m)Purchase

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Artistic Vintage Israeli Bezalel Rug 49941
$8,800.00 Size: 3 ft x 4 ft 8 in (0.91 m x 1.42 m)Purchase

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Small Tribal Antique Turkish Konya Prayer Design Rug 71787
$9,500.00 Size: 3 ft 5 in x 4 ft 7 in (1.04 m x 1.4 m)Purchase

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18th Century Indian Embroidery Textile 49099
$2,450.00 Size: 2 ft 1 in x 4 ft 7 in (0.63 m x 1.4 m)Purchase

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Vintage Norwegian Tapestry Rug by Eevahenna Aalto 47673
$8,000.00 Size: 3 ft 5 in x 4 ft 6 in (1.04 m x 1.37 m)Purchase

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Tribal Primitive Design Brown Background Antique 19th Century Caucasian Seychour Rug 43265
Size: 3 ft 8 in x 4 ft 6 in (1.12 m x 1.37 m)

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Antique American Hooked Basket Weave Design Rug 73310
Size: 2 ft 8 in x 4 ft 5 in (0.81 m x 1.35 m)

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Antique Persian Turkoman Textile 2201
$1,000.00 Size: 2 ft 10 in x 4 ft 4 in (0.86 m x 1.32 m)Purchase

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Antique 16th Century Persian Safavid Salting Rug 48639
Size: 2 ft 3 in x 4 ft 4 in (0.69 m x 1.32 m)

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Antique Silk and Wool Dagestan Prayer Rug 43907
Size: 3 ft 6 in x 4 ft 4 in (1.07 m x 1.32 m)

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Small Size Ivory Background Antique Large Scale Persian Sultanabad Sampler Wagireh Rug 43505
$4,200.00 Size: 3 ft 5 in x 4 ft 4 in (1.04 m x 1.32 m)Purchase

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Fine Vintage Turkish Hereke Silk & Metallic Thread Nature Scene Rug 73143
$12,500.00 Size: 3 ft 8 in x 4 ft 3 in (1.12 m x 1.3 m)Purchase

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Antique American Hooked Runner Rug Signed ADL 73128
$1,590.00 Size: 1 ft x 4 ft 3 in (0.3 m x 1.3 m)Purchase

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Silk Antique Turkish Kilim 72950
$4,600.00 Size: 3 ft 9 in x 4 ft 3 in (1.14 m x 1.3 m)Purchase

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Andrew Karam

a month ago

Twenty or so years ago my father gave me a beautiful antique Persian rug - after so many years (and kids and pets) it needed some TLC, so I brought it to Nazmiyal. I just picked it up today and - wow! They got the stains out entirely and the entire rug is brighter; they also made some repairs - it's back in my living room and looks fantastic, and the bill was lower than I'd expected. Overall it was a great experience - the people are wonderful, the work was perfect, and I saw so many beautiful rugs at their store that I found myself wishing for a larger apartment. Next time I need any work done on a rug, or find an open bit of floor I know where I'll be heading.

Raven Ziegler

4 years ago

It is always a delight going to the Nazmiyal showroom. This Qashqai is one of several purchases made over the years, and mom is truly enjoying it. Jason and the staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They listen to the customeru2019s needs. When I go to the showroom, it is like visiting my family because we have the same appreciation for the textile arts.nnOriental carpets are a rare discipline to be educated in, because you canu2019t go to a university to have certain types of training and experience, such as knowing the cultures and processes of carpet weaving. Jason has such a refined eye that he can distinguish a good rug from a great rug, and that knowledge is offered to the customer to elevate their point of view.nnComing here has been an initiation into a world of culture, art, and beauty which has sustained me, and for that I am grateful.

Emmy C.

Loved my runner rug purchase from Nazmiyal. Love the ability to purchase, try and return if it didn't work out! I had it shipped to California and everything worked out beautifully!

Paul Rousseas

a year ago

NAZMIYAL is the best source for antique and vintage rugs and carpets. Staff is extremely knowledgeable, Jason himself is an amazing dealer who handpicks each and every piece in his stunning collection and is happy to educate the consumer, not just make a sale. I always trust his experience and great eye for all my spaces!

Chelsea Phillips

I had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Nazmiyal. I was very impressed by their selection, the quality of their beautiful carpets, and their extremely reasonable prices. Really I cannot say enough about how helpful everyone at the gallery was - especially Omri, work with him if you can! - and how happy I am with my new antique rug. Five stars, highly, highly recommended!