We’re delighted to give the rug community a complete, hands-on look at the world of antique carpets starting with current market trends and traveling back to the 16th century.
New School Interior Design Class on Rugs
Education is a big part of what we do here at Nazmiyal, so naturally we were happy when a New School interior design Class inquired about bringing their students to our NYC rug gallery. I honestly did not know what to expect, would they be interested or would they stare blankly into space, counting the seconds till they could leave.
Presidential Oval Office Rugs
If you were the president of the United States, you’d have the power to make any space your own, especially your office. In the White House, it turns out, that, changing the Oval Office rug is the best way to say that you’ve taken over.
Chinese Year Of The Horse
Is it too late to say “Happy New Year?” Maybe not. January 31, 2014, marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year. While last year’s celebrations focused on the benevolent, mythical dragon, this year represents a powerful and real zodiac symbol, the horse.
Downton Abbey Antique Carpets Set Design
Let’s take a look at the iconic antique area rugs used in the set designs of the iconic television show Downton Abbey.
Cornelius Vanderbilt Antique Mughal Rug
In this article we explore the antique Mughal rug that sold for $7.6 million at Christie’s auction.
Antique Textile Exhibit Metropolitan Museum Of Art
Beginning on Monday, September 16, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City will be hosting a very special, four-month antique textile exhibit of fine antique textiles from around the world.
The massive fall exhibition, which unfolds in nine galleries throughout the museum, features more than 130 unique textiles and nearly 30 culturally significant garments, including dresses, quilts, and bedcovers from across the world.
Sarah Jessica Parker NYC Home Interiors
Today we take a look at the magnificent NYC home and interior deign of celebrity Sarah Jessica Parker.
Most Expensive Rug Ever Sold at Auction
As of this afternoon, there is a new antique rug that can boast the lofty distinction of being the most expensive rug ever sold at auction as a beautiful Persian carpet sold for nearly $34 million today at a Sotheby’s auction in New York City.