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.
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.
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.
Roger Pratt Hajji Baba Club Collector
The Hajji Baba Club is the oldest rug society in the US, boasting members from some of New York City’s historical elite. But the club has evolved in recent years to attract the next generation of rug and textile enthusiasts. Under the helm of President Roger Pratt, the club is organizing a variety of new educational events, museum collaborations and projects designed to inspire collectors from a broad demographic profile.
Anthropologie Rugs Tylie Malibu Kilim Bags
I have spent many an hour scouring this planet for shoes inspired by carpets. I have personally owned and loved more than a few Kilim shoes and flats. Much to my delight, designers often integrate carpet motifs or actual fragments and pieces of rugs into housewares and sometimes even shoes.
Most Expensive Antique Native American Navajo Blanket
In this article we explore the most expensive Navajo Chief’s blanket that ever sold at auction.
Most Expensive Painting vs. Rug Ever Sold
Taking a look at “The Scream” by Edvard Munch which sold at Sotheby’s auction for over $100,000,000
Nazmiyal Featured on Dezignlicious.com Blog
There is no question that Gail Shields is great at what she does. Her projects have graced many of the top interior design publications including Architectural Digest and New York Spaces among countless others.