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 whopping $179,000,000
Persian Artist Monir Farmanfarmaian Guggenheim Exhibit
Exploring the iconic Guggenheim museum exhibit that showcased Persian artist Monir Farmanfarmaian.
The Art of Space by Mary Cook
Interior design is a subject that we here at Nazmiyal Collection think of as an art form. Each client that comes to us looking for the perfect antique rug or carpet has a unique vision for how they’d like their home to look and feel, and it takes that personal touch to make a room seem just right.
Educational Antique Rug Seminars
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.
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.
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.
Fullerton Exhibition: Early Days of Long Island
The Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington, New York, is currently featuring an exciting new exhibition that highlights the photographic works of Hal B. Fullerton. Mr. Fullerton, an employee of the Long Island Railroad during the nineteenth century, left a remarkable photographic legacy. His amateur photographs beautifully capture the early days of Long Island, combining charm with impressive compositional skills.
The Alpha Workshops
With a stunning collection of handmade crafts ranging from wallpaper to textiles, tables, lighting and accessories, The Alpha Workshops seems like your average – if incredibly productive – New York City decorative arts studio. But the 18 year old non-profit organization is anything but that.