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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

Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet 50111 NazmiyalPalace Size Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet 50111 Boteh Closeup Nazmiyal
Extra Large Antique Indian Agra Carpet 50110 by Nazmiyal NYCWhole View Of Extra Large Antique Indian Agra Carpet 50110 by Nazmiyal NYC

Extra Large and Decorative Neutral Antique Indian Agra Carpet 50110

16 ft x 29 ft 6 in (4.88 m x 8.99 m)

$96,000.00

Antique French Aubusson Rug Circa 1850, 50143 Nazmiyal

Large Oversized Square Antique French Aubusson Rug 50143

17 ft x 18 ft 5 in (5.18 m x 5.61 m)

$44,000.00

Antique Persian Malayer Rug 71525 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsBorder Of Antique Persian Malayer Rug 71525 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Large Decorative Antique Persian Malayer Rug 71525

10 ft 7 in x 19 ft 5 in (3.23 m x 5.92 m)

$46,000.00

Antique Oversized Persian Malayer Carpet 46139 Detail/Large Viewantique oversized persian malayer carpet 46139 detailed Nazmiyal
Large Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet 48211 NazmiyalPile Of Large Antique Persian Tabriz Carpet 48211 by Nazmiyal NYC
Antique Persian Paisley Kerman Rug 72410 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsBack Of Antique Persian Paisley Kerman Rug 72410 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Antique Persian Paisley Kerman Rug 72410

1 ft 9 in x 1 ft 4 in (0.53 m x 0.41 m)

$1,200.00

Oversized Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Carpet 46926 Nazmiyallarge oversized antique persian sarouk farahan carpet 46926 corner Nazmiyal

Oversized Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Carpet 46926

19 ft 3 in x 23 ft 3 in (5.87 m x 7.09 m)

$126,000.00

Persian Floral Antique Textile 3137 Nazmiyal

Beautiful and Fine Antique Turkish Ottoman Embroidery Textile 3137

3 ft 10 in x 1 ft 10 in (1.17 m x 0.56 m)

$6,600.00

Antique Greek Embroidery 41486 Detail/Large ViewWhole View Of Antique Greek Embroidery 41486 by Nazmiyal NYC

Long And Narrow Antique Greek Embroidery Textile 41486

1 ft 8 in x 10 ft 9 in (0.51 m x 3.28 m)

$5,600.00

Antique Silk Velvet Textile from India 41491 Nazmiyal

Antique European Silk Velvet Textile 41491

2 ft 2 in x 7 ft 11 in (0.66 m x 2.41 m)

$3,600.00

Large Oversize Antique Persian Khorassan Carpet 47032 Nazmiyallarge oversize antique persian khorassan mashad carpet 47032 border Nazmiyal

Large Oversize Antique Persian Khorassan Carpet 47032

12 ft x 28 ft (3.66 m x 8.53 m)

$96,000.00

Antique Eagle Design Persian Kurdish Rug 47471 Detail/Large ViewFull Colorful Eagle Kazak design Antique Tribal Persian Kurdish rug 47471 by Nazmiyal

Colorful Eagle Kazak Design Antique Tribal Persian Kurdish Rug 47471

5 ft 3 in x 12 ft 3 in (1.6 m x 3.73 m)

$14,000.00

Antique Persian Mazandaran Kilim Blanket 47355 Detail/Large ViewFull Antique Persian Mazandaran Kilim blanket 47355 by Nazmiyal

Antique Persian Mazandaran Kilim Blanket 47355

7 ft 3 in x 10 ft (2.21 m x 3.05 m)

$9,500.00

Antique Azerbaijan Textile 47367 Large Image
Antique Indian Agra Carpet 47369 Large ImageBorder Of Antique Indian Agra Carpet 47369 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Rust Oversize Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet 47267 Nazmiyalantique persian sultanabad carpet 47267 full Nazmiyal

Rust Oversize Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet 47267

15 ft x 24 ft (4.57 m x 7.32 m)

$100,000.00

Antique Greek Embroidery 47221 Detail/Large Viewantique greek embroidery 47221 design Nazmiyal

Antique Greek Embroidery 47221

2 ft 2 in x 9 ft 7 in (0.66 m x 2.92 m)

$3,400.00

Antique Persian Jajim Rug 47155 Detail/Large ViewFull Antique Persian Jajim Kilim 47155 by Nazmiyal

Striped Antique Persian Jajim Flat Woven Kilim Rug 47155

5 ft 6 in x 6 ft 5 in (1.68 m x 1.96 m)

$3,600.00

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.

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