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Large Antique French Savonnerie Rug #3437 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsLarge Antique French Savonnerie Rug 3437 whole Nazmiyal

Large Antique French Savonnerie Rug 3437

15 ft x 18 ft 10 in (4.57 m x 5.74 m)

$85,000.00

Large Antique Persian Mohtasham Kashan Rug 70951 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsSide Of Large Antique Persian Mohtasham Kashan Rug 70951 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Beautiful Garden Design Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug 70628 by Nazmiyal NYCWhole View Of Beautiful Garden Design Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug 70628 by Nazmiyal NYC

Beautiful Large Garden Design Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug 70628

12 ft 6 in x 18 ft 9 in (3.81 m x 5.71 m)

$56,000.00

Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug 74076 by Nazmiyal RugsTop of Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug 74076 by Nazmiyal Rugs

Stunning Large Antique Vibrant Persian Serapi Rug 74076

12 ft 9 in x 18 ft 8 in (3.89 m x 5.69 m)

$56,500.00

Antique Geometric Turkish Oushak Rug 72847 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsTop of Antique Geometric Turkish Oushak Rug 72847 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Large Size Light Ivory Background Antique Turkish Oushak Rug 72847

13 ft 6 in x 18 ft 8 in (4.11 m x 5.69 m)

$56,500.00

Large Light Blue Background Antique Persian Malayer Rug 71177 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsSide Of Large Light Blue Background Antique Persian Malayer Rug 71177 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Large Light Blue Pastel Antique Persian Malayer Herati Rug 71177

12 ft 4 in x 18 ft 8 in (3.76 m x 5.69 m)

$76,000.00

Amritsar Antique Oriental Rug India 41047 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsLarge Antique Indian Amritsar Rug 41047 Central Medallion Nazmiyal

Large Persian Heriz Design Antique Indian Amritsar Rug 41047

14 ft 5 in x 18 ft 8 in (4.39 m x 5.69 m)

$56,000.00

Large Antique Persian Heriz Rug 74403 by Nazmiyal RugsNew
Large Antique Art Deco Indian Rug #44979 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsFull Art deco rug 44979 rug by Nazmiyal

Large Size Antique Indian Art Deco Design Area Rug 44979

12 ft 7 in x 18 ft 7 in (3.84 m x 5.66 m)

$120,000.00

Antique Caucasian Karabagh Wide Hallway Gallery Rug #44114 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsFull Antique Caucasian Karabagh wide hallway gallery rug 44114 by Nazmiyal

Rustic Antique Caucasian Karabagh Wide Hallway Gallery Rug 44114

6 ft 7 in x 18 ft 7 in (2.01 m x 5.66 m)

$28,500.00

Large Antique Persian Tabriz Rug 74059 by Nazmiyal RugsFloor View of Large Antique Persian Tabriz Rug 74059 by Nazmiyal Rugs

Large Antique Light Blue Allover Persian Tabriz Rug 74059

13 ft x 18 ft 6 in (3.96 m x 5.64 m)

$36,500.00

18th Century Antique Caucasian Geometric Tribal Kuba Runner Rug 73199 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

18th Century Large Antique Caucasian Geometric Kuba Rug 73199

6 ft 6 in x 18 ft 6 in (1.98 m x 5.64 m)

$115,000.00

Rare and Breathtaking Large Antique Indian Agra Rug 48942 NazmiyalPicture of the Weave Of Large Antique Indian Agra Rug #48942 From Nazmiyal Antique Rugs In NYC

Rare and Soft Pastel Large Antique Indian Agra Rug 48942

10 ft 8 in x 18 ft 3 in (3.25 m x 5.56 m)

$165,000.00

Large Antique Persian Heriz Rug 74045 by Nazmiyal RugsFloor View of Large Antique Persian Heriz Rug 74045 by Nazmiyal Rugs

Large Beautifully Crafted Antique Persian Heriz Medallion Rug 74045

12 ft 8 in x 18 ft 2 in (3.86 m x 5.54 m)

$39,500.00

Large Antique Indian Agra Rug 72239 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsSide View Of Large Antique Indian Agra Rug 72239 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

Large Antique Indian Agra Rug 72239

17 ft 3 in x 18 ft 2 in (5.26 m x 5.54 m)

$92,000.00

Large Antique Persian Serapi Area Rug 71112 by Nazmiyal Antique RugsSide Of Large Antique Persian Serapi Area Rug 71112 by Nazmiyal Antique Rugs

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.