This week’s Wednesday Wishlist is a mesmerizing antique Khotan rug. The exquisite fusion of metallic weaving and smooth silk garnished with delicate flowering vines is carefully crafted to depict a stylish narrative of cultural history considerably stitched into every seam.
To anyone interested in the rich and exotic art, culture and history of south India, the exhibition “Sultans of Deccan India: Opulence and Fantasy” is a sumptuous feast for the eyes. The landmark exhibition being held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York from April 20 showcases some of the finest works of art from the five Deccan Sultanates of south India that existed between the 15th and 17th century. Nazmiyal Collection encourages you to view these beautiful works of Indian art.
Nazmiyal is pleased to announce the addition of a beautiful Art Deco carpet by Josef Hoffmann to its collection. Hoffmann was a respected European architect and designer during the early 20th century who contributed to a number of aesthetic movements that would shape European design for generations to come.
Native Americans have created and continue to create artwork for many reasons, taking many different forms. This is evident from the collection of paintings, carvings, masks, textiles, potteries and other works of art on display at the “Life, Death and Transformation” Exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum, which highlights pieces made by indigenous North and South American artists.
What comes to your mind when you think of Bauhaus and Scandinavian design? In this post we will explore the influence of the Bauhaus School on mid 20th century Scandinavian design.
Exploring the MoMA exhibit of Andy Warhol’s 32 Campbell’s Soup Cans that propelled the artist into his icon status.
Exploring the iconic Guggenheim museum exhibit that showcased Persian artist Monir Farmanfarmaian.
The Nazmiyal Antique Rugs wishes to highlight the birthday of Wassily Kandinsky, lauded Russian abstract artist of the 20th century. To celebrate the late artists’ 148th birthday, we’ve featured the Kandinsky rugs and textiles in our collection.
A profile about the Nazmiyal Antique Rugs has been featured on Art Daily’s online magazine. This profile details the impact of technology on the art world in general, and on the Nazmiyal Collection’s commitment to evolving in this changing world. The profile also explores the rapid rate at which technology has transformed the entire society in which we live, and the veritable sea change it has brought in the way that companies are run and in the way that people live their lives.