Browse
Contacts

+1 (212) 545-8029
contact@nazmiyal.com
31 East 32nd St, Floor #2
New York, NY 10016

Social

Page 15: Antique Rugs

Show Filters

Showing 449–480 of 888 results

Room Size Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug 71952 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsSide Of Room Size Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug 71952 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Beautiful Tribal Room Size Rustic Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug 71952

10 ft 10 in x 13 ft 4 in (3.3 m x 4.06 m)

$92,000.00

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 47260 Detail/Large ViewTribal and Primitive Decorative Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 47260 Green Pile Nazmiyal

Primitive Decorative Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 47260

8 ft 3 in x 13 ft 4 in (2.51 m x 4.06 m)

$34,000.00

Antique Persian Heriz Rug 74047 by Nazmiyal CollectionCenter of Antique Persian Heriz Rug 74047 by Nazmiyal CollectionNew

Antique Persian Heriz Geometric Medallion Rug 74047

9 ft 7 in x 13 ft 3 in (2.92 m x 4.04 m)

$9,750.00

Antique Persian Mahal Rug 74171 by Nazmiyal Rugs

Gorgeous Antique Persian Mahal Allover Pattern Rug 74171

10 ft x 13 ft 3 in (3.05 m x 4.04 m)

$14,750.00

Fine Classic Traditional Blue Antique Persian Mohtashem Kashan Rug 72481 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWhole View of Fine Classic Traditional Blue Antique Persian Mohtashem Kashan Rug 72481 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Antique Persian Heriz Area Rug 71852 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Antique Flat Woven Bessarabian Kilim Runner Rug 71327 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsSide Of Antique Flat Woven Bessarabian Kilim Runner Rug 71327 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Antique Flat Woven Bessarabian Kilim Runner Rug 71327

4 ft 3 in x 13 ft (1.3 m x 3.96 m)

$24,750.00

Tribal Antique Northwest Persian Runner Rug 49424 by Nazmiyaltribal antique persian northwest runner rug 49424 feather Nazmiyal

Tribal Antique Northwest Persian Runner Rug 49424

4 ft 3 in x 13 ft (1.3 m x 3.96 m)

$16,000.00

Fine Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet 47239 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsAntique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet 47239 Whole Design Nazmiyal
Refined Room Size Antique Floral Celtic Influence Irish Rug 43697 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsRefined Room Size Antique Floral Celtic Influence Irish Rug 43697 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Refined Room Size Antique Floral Celtic Influence Irish Rug 43697

11 ft 4 in x 13 ft (3.45 m x 3.96 m)

$34,000.00

Antique Irish Rug 40419 Detail/Large Viewantique irish rug 40419 corner Nazmiyal

Antique Irish Arts and Crafts Deign Area Rug 40419

10 ft 1 in x 13 ft (3.07 m x 3.96 m)

$17,500.00

17th Century Antique French Silk And Wool Verdure Tapestry 72574 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWhole View of 17th Century Antique French Silk And Wool Verdure Tapestry 72574 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

17th Century Antique French Silk And Wool Verdure Tapestry 72574

10 ft x 12 ft 10 in (3.05 m x 3.91 m)

$68,000.00

Antique Vase Tree Of Life Persian Tabriz Rug 72227 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsDetail Of Antique Vase Tree Of Life Persian Tabriz Rug 72227 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
16th Century Antique Flemish King Solomon Silk And Wool Tapestry 72007 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWhole View Of 16th Century Antique Flemish King Solomon Silk And Wool Tapestry 72007 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Room Size Antique Persian Garden Design Tabriz Rug #42623 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsFull Antique Tabriz Persian rug 42623 Nazmiyal

Fine Room Size Antique Persian Garden Design Tabriz Rug 42623

9 ft 5 in x 12 ft 10 in (2.87 m x 3.91 m)

$28,500.00

Antique Persian Kerman Rug 73978 by Nazmiyal RugsFloor View of Antique Persian Kerman Rug 73978 by Nazmiyal Rugs

Striking Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Cypress Tree Patterning 73978

6 ft 9 in x 12 ft 9 in (2.06 m x 3.89 m)

$8,900.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Antique rugs are generally defined as pieces over 80 years old — typically woven before 1945. Vintage rugs are younger, usually from the mid-20th century onward. Antique rugs are more likely to use natural fibers and dyes, carry greater historical significance, and command higher values in the collector market. Vintage rugs are prized primarily for their decorative appeal and period design.
Authentic antique rugs show hand-knotted construction visible on the reverse, natural fibers (wool, silk, cotton), integrated fringe that extends from the warp threads, and dye behavior that has softened and developed patina over decades. Any rug that is machine-made or hand-tufted is not a genuine antique, regardless of how it is marketed.
Three things: rarity, materials, and irreproducibility. The hand-spun wool, natural dyes, and regional weaving traditions that produced the great antique rugs of the 19th and early 20th centuries no longer exist in their original form. The supply of genuine antiques can only decrease over time, while the supply of modern reproductions is effectively unlimited.
The finest examples — those with strong provenance, intact original materials, clear regional attribution, and exceptional design — have demonstrated consistent long-term value. The auction record for a single antique rug stands at $34 million. Collectors should approach antique rugs as cultural assets first, with financial appreciation as a secondary benefit rather than a guarantee.
Oushak rugs are among the most versatile — their warm, softened palettes and spacious designs integrate naturally into contemporary rooms. Caucasian rugs bring bold geometry that complements minimalist architecture. Persian Sultanabad and Serapi rugs offer large-scale decorative presence without the formality of city workshop rugs. The key is scale: a rug should anchor the room, not disappear beneath the furniture.
Nazmiyal has sold antique rugs to collectors and designers worldwide for decades. We provide detailed condition reports, precise measurements, and high-resolution photography for every piece. Our specialists are available to answer questions by phone or email before any commitment is made.
Persian rugs come from Iran and represent one specific — though exceptionally broad — weaving tradition. Antique rugs is a wider category that includes Persian rugs alongside Turkish, Caucasian, Chinese, Indian, European, and many other traditions. Persian rugs are the most widely collected antique rugs globally, but other traditions — particularly Caucasian tribal rugs and French Savonnerie carpets — have their own dedicated collector markets.
Yes — most antique rugs were made for household use and are entirely appropriate for everyday life. Village and tribal rugs such as Heriz, Kazak, Bidjar, and Oushak are particularly durable and well-suited to high-traffic areas. Finer city workshop rugs and silk pieces are better suited to lower-traffic settings or display.