Indian Rugs and Carpets

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Large Size Antique Indian Art Deco Design Area Rug 44979
Size: 12 ft 7 in x 18 ft 7 in (3.84 m x 5.66 m)

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Large Oversized Antique Indian Carpet 50119
$28,500.00 Size: 14 ft x 24 ft 6 in (4.27 m x 7.47 m)Purchase

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Soft Neutral Color Large Allover Palmette Design Antique Oriental Agra Area Rug 43416
Size: 12 ft x 23 ft 8 in (3.66 m x 7.21 m)

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Antique Indian Amritsar Hallway Runner Rug 41971
$14,500.00 Size: 2 ft 4 in x 22 ft 5 in (0.71 m x 6.83 m)Purchase

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Large Antique Soft Grey Blue Background Indian Rug 47602
Size: 12 ft x 19 ft 7 in (3.66 m x 5.97 m)

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Neutral Color Large Size Antique Tribal Paisley Boteh Design Indian Agra Rug 43400
$39,500.00 Size: 14 ft 5 in x 19 ft 2 in (4.39 m x 5.84 m)Purchase

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Large Decorative Allover Design Antique Indian Rug 50024
Size: 14 ft 9 in x 19 ft (4.5 m x 5.79 m)

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Soft Decorative Large Size Geometric Antique Shabby Chic Indian Carpet 48301
Size: 10 ft 10 in x 18 ft 6 in (3.3 m x 5.64 m)

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Large Scale Allover Design Antique Red Background Indian Agra Rug 43722
Size: 7 ft 5 in x 16 ft 5 in (2.26 m x 5 m)

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Soft Washed Out Color Large Scale Design Vintage Indian Agra Rug 43655
$36,500.00 Size: 13 ft 1 in x 16 ft 3 in (3.99 m x 4.95 m)Purchase

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Beautiful Green Shabby Chic Antique 18th Century Rustic Paisley Deccan Indian Rug 42106
$19,000.00 Size: 11 ft x 15 ft 5 in (3.35 m x 4.7 m)Purchase

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Large Antique Indian Shabby Chic Art Deco Rug 49386
Size: 12 ft 4 in x 15 ft (3.76 m x 4.57 m)

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Blue Background Floral Tree Design Antique Late 19th Century Indian Agra Rug 44069
Size: 11 ft 10 in x 14 ft 8 in (3.61 m x 4.47 m)

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Light Color Floral Design Room Size Antique Soft Wool Pile Indian Agra Rug 43210
$28,500.00 Size: 10 ft 7 in x 14 ft 4 in (3.23 m x 4.37 m)Purchase

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Soft Purple Mauve and Light Green Color Antique Indian Amritsar Medallion Rug 43209
Size: 10 ft x 13 ft (3.05 m x 3.96 m)

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Warm Light Brown Antique Persian Heriz Rug Design Indian Agra Shabby Chic Rug 43987
$18,500.00 Size: 9 ft x 12 ft 3 in (2.74 m x 3.73 m)Purchase

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Artistic Warm Neutral Cream Color Antique Decorative Indian Agra Rug 43711
$32,000.00 Size: 8 ft 9 in x 12 ft (2.67 m x 3.66 m)Purchase

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Square Shape Soft Color Antique Worn Distressed Shabby Chic Indian Agra Rug 43473
Size: 11 ft 7 in x 12 ft (3.53 m x 3.66 m)

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Antique Room Sized Indian Agra Rug 50053
$12,500.00 Size: 9 ft 2 in x 11 ft 8 in (2.79 m x 3.56 m)Purchase

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Vintage Flat Weave Art Deco Design Kilim Rug From India 48030
$26,000.00 Size: 9 ft x 11 ft 8 in (2.74 m x 3.56 m)Purchase

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Light Washed Out Color Antique Room Size Indian Amritsar Rug 43715
$29,500.00 Size: 8 ft 11 in x 11 ft 8 in (2.72 m x 3.56 m)Purchase

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Soft Luxurious Wool Pile Antique Purple Color Floral Design Indian Agra Rug 43539
Size: 8 ft 9 in x 11 ft 7 in (2.67 m x 3.53 m)

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Vintage Indian Green Dragon Design Area Rug 72843
$16,500.00 Size: 7 ft 1 in x 10 ft (2.16 m x 3.05 m)Purchase

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Rustic Square Shape Geometric Design Antique Indian Agra Area Rug 45477
$22,500.00 Size: 9 ft 7 in x 9 ft 8 in (2.92 m x 2.95 m)Purchase

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Learn More About Antique Indian Rugs

Antique Indian Rugs – Not all the rugs that were woven in India are easy to categorize. That is why we created this antique Indian rugs section. Here you will find Indian rugs of which the origin city isn’t specifically identified. This blanket category includes many gorgeous, impressive rugs from India across centuries.

Traditionally, the Indian rugs are some of the most desirable rugs amongst collectors and interior designers. India is known for their production of fine Indian textiles, palace size carpets, magnificent shawls and Art Deco rugs that were influenced by colonial British trends. Despite adverse conditions and invasions from overseas colonists and imperial powers, Indian craftspeople managed to maintain a diverse and individual textile culture. Even when the weavers of antique Indian rugs borrowed designs from Persia, they immediately attained a new flavor from the individuality of the Indian weavers.

The colors of the rugs are rich, the motifs are grand and the composition of antique Indian rugs is always elegant. From the 1600’s to the early 1900’s, Indian craftspeople created a virtually unlimited number of unforgettable carpets and textiles. Whether they are woven, embroidered, or printed, every antique rug originating from India will boast an original style and an elegant countenance that is worthy of the most respected shah or the most distinguished British ruler.

Historically, Indian rugs have always represented the best workmanship, intricate, fine weaves and high knot count. Some complex weaves could take many many years to complete. Starting under the reign of the Mughal emperor, Akbar, in the 16th century, rug weaving in India has only continued to grow and especially took off after the late 1800’s. Generally, the weaving is done on a large scale, but there are still many small workshops across the country.

According to some historical accounts, the founder of the Mughal Empire, Babur, was disappointed with the lack of luxuries when he came to India from Persia. Introducing the art of Persian carpet weaving to India, it quickly evolved and took on its own unique weaving style and look. This is why Indian carpets are so fine and luxurious. The art flourished under Akbar, who was a big supporter of arts and culture in India. Even prisoners in the country were taught to make these luxurious floor coverings. The carpets went to big palaces in India, and were also sent around the world as gifts. Since they were primarily for people who were rich and of high status, it was important that they were made with the highest quality, most luxurious materials.

When designers are furnishing an Art Deco apartment, a stately painted Victorian home or a Bohemian abode, the rich style, strong colors and elegance of traditional Indian textiles and antique carpets allows them to complement the ambiance of any interior setting. Textiles and area rugs from India are stately, harmonious and well-balanced works of art that never have an excess of any one design element. These individual pieces are part of a separate realm of textiles that is waiting to be discovered.

Antique Indian rugs were produced with Persian influence and commonly feature cotton and silk in the pile. However, little is known about rug production prior to the Mughal era because few have survived. Patterns are typically made with silk with gold or silver thread for brocades. The primary materials used are cotton, silk and wool in Indian textiles.

Colors that are commonly used in Indian rugs include red, blue, purple, green, yellow and black. The most well known of all the antique rugs from India come from the areas of Agra and Amritsar.

India is also recognized in the textile category for their fine shawls and embroideries. These garments are thought to have originated from Kashmir, but was a very popular fashion choice for women in high society all across Western Europe until the late 1800’s. These fashionable textiles were woven in many different beautiful patterns and colors, and were typically worn draped either over the shoulders or head, both for warmth and to add to the style of the outfit. These shawls are still worn by women today over virtually any outfit.

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!