In this article we explore the meaning behind the ionic crane symbol and design motif in Chinese culture and art history from China.
Author: Nazmiyal Antique Rugs
Over the course of nearly four decades since 1980, Nazmiyal Antique Rugs has built up a reputation as the most reliable, expansive, and specialized collection of antique rugs and carpets in the industry.Based in New York City, Nazmiyal’s showroom houses a stunning collection of rugs spanning all eras and styles, each carefully hand selected by Jason Nazmiyal and Nazmiyal’s staff of knowledgeable experts.At Nazmiyal, our expert staff pride ourselves in our ability to make the rug buying process as effortless and straightforward as possible. We use our decades of combined personal experience to provide each customer with individual, attentive service and education about the rugs and the rug industry itself.We publish more articles, research, and educational information than anyone in the rug industry. Below you can view some of our most recent blogs and learn about antique and vintage rugs and carpets.
The first major American artist known to be based in the west of the Mississippi River, George Caleb Bingham painted many compelling true-to-life paintings depicting the frontier life along the...
Frida Kahlo once said, "I paint myself because I am so often alone and because I am the subject I know best.” No wonder the iconic 20th century Mexican painter...
The Bauhaus School of Art lasted for only 14 years from 1919 to 1933, but its impacts on modern art and design continues to be felt strongly today. Two of the...
Let's take a look at some interior design and home decorating tips provided by some of the most well known contemporary home decorators and interior designers.
Since European explorers first landed on the shores of Far East Asia in the 16th century, people in the West have been fascinated by the rich and exotic culture of...
Today we explore a new milestone in the sale of art at the painting Women of Algiers by Pablo Picasso (Version O) sold at Christie's auction in New York for...
Lets explore the Metropolitan Museum Of Art's exhibit of 19th century photographs of India by Captain Linnaeus Tripe and some late 19th century rugs that are also from India.
Here we explore the MOMA exhibit of the iconic Henri Matisse Cut-Outs.