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Art Deco French Rug 48457 Detail/Large ViewFull Art Deco French rug 48457 by Nazmiyal

Antique Neutral Minimalist Art Deco French Rug 48457

6 ft 3 in x 9 ft 6 in (1.9 m x 2.9 m)

$16,000.00

Imperial Blue and Cream Floral Artistry Rare Antique Square Chinese Rug 73513 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsFloor View of Rare Antique Square Chinese Rug 73513 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Decorative Antique Turkish Ghiordes Rug 70638 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsCorner Of Decorative Antique Turkish Ghiordes Rug 70638 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Decorative Antique Turkish Ghiordes Rug 70638

5 ft 9 in x 9 ft 5 in (1.75 m x 2.87 m)

$4,900.00

Antique Square Chinese Rug 71495 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWhole View Of Antique Square Chinese Rug 71495 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Geometric Antique East Turkestan Khotan Rug 46920 Nazmiyalgeometric antique east turkestan khotan rug 46920 whole Nazmiyal

Neutral Geometric Antique East Turkestan Khotan Rug 46920

6 ft 6 in x 9 ft (1.98 m x 2.74 m)

$6,500.00

Antique Floral American Hooked Rug 72968 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsFull View Of Antique Floral American Hooked Rug 72968 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Antique Floral American Hooked Rug 72968

5 ft 11 in x 8 ft 11 in (1.8 m x 2.72 m)

$5,500.00

Antique Geometric Talish Runner Rug 72052 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsFloor View of Antique Geometric Talish Runner Rug 72052 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Echoing Ancient Art Antique Caucasian Talish Rug 72052

3 ft 10 in x 8 ft 10 in (1.17 m x 2.69 m)

$2,850.00

Basket Weave Design Antique American Hooked Runner Rug 71695 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWhole View Of Basket Weave Design Antique American Hooked Runner Rug 71695 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Antique Geometric American Hooked Runner Rug 71695

1 ft 10 in x 8 ft 10 in (0.56 m x 2.69 m)

$4,650.00

Antique Khotan-Geometric East Turkestan 73120 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Warmly Inviting Antique Khotan East Turkestan Rug 73120

5 ft 10 in x 8 ft 8 in (1.78 m x 2.64 m)

$14,750.00

Fine Floral Prayer Design Antique Kerman Rug 72472 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWhole View of Fine Floral Prayer Design Antique Kerman Rug 72472 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Fine Floral Antique Persian Kerman Prayer Design Rug 72472

6 ft x 8 ft 8 in (1.83 m x 2.64 m)

$6,500.00

Antique Persian Floral Textile 48803 NazmiyalWhole View Of Antique Persian Floral Textile 48803 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Antique Intricate Floral Blossom Pattern Persian Textile 48803

7 ft x 8 ft 8 in (2.13 m x 2.64 m)

$2,400.00

Red Antique Persian Jajim Kilim #47157 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Red Antique Stripped Flat Woven Persian Jajim Kilim Rug 47157

5 ft 8 in x 8 ft 8 in (1.73 m x 2.64 m)

$4,900.00

Antique Art Deco French Oval Rug 71506 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWeave Of Antique Art Deco French Oval Rug 71506 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Antique Art Deco French Oval Rug 71506

4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 7 in (1.35 m x 2.62 m)

$9,600.00

Antique Romanian Bessarabian Rug 71961 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsWhole View Of Antique Romanian Bessarabian Rug 71961 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Beautiful Antique Floral Romanian Bessarabian Kilim Rug 71961

5 ft 4 in x 8 ft 6 in (1.63 m x 2.59 m)

$12,500.00

18th Century Antique Velvet Wall Hanging Dutch Textile 70854 by Nazmiyal NYCPile Of 18th Century Antique Velvet Wall Hanging Dutch Textile 70854 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

18th Century Antique Velvet Wall Hanging Dutch Textile 70854

6 ft 3 in x 8 ft 6 in (1.9 m x 2.59 m)

$21,000.00

Antique American Yo-Yo Quilt 2312 Nazmiyal

Antique American Yo Yo Quilt 2312

7 ft 6 in x 8 ft 6 in (2.29 m x 2.59 m)

$8,800.00

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.