What are the best types of antique area rugs from India?

Mughal Rugs: These rugs were produced during the Mughal Empire and are known for their detailed and elegant designs. They often feature floral motifs, hunting scenes, and intricate borders.

What makes antique rugs from India special?

Superfluous, flamboyant and elegant only begin to describe the sumptuous style of the antique rugs from India. Since the 16th century, deft craftspeople in India were competing against established weaving centers in Turkey and Persia. Led by Mughal shahs, India became a powerful artistic force known for immense creations like the Taj Mahal. Indian carpets are no less important or ambitious in their scale, complexity and superb level of color and detail.

Why are Indian antique rugs historically important?

Boasting a long and storied history, antique rugs and carpets that were woven in India are among the more intriguing of all antique Oriental rugs. Beginning with the Mughal Dynasty that ruled India from the sixteenth century, carpet production in India became an important art form practiced in select regions of the country. Seen as an exotic and faraway land by westerners for centuries, India has long drawn its share of visitors from Europe and elsewhere.

How have antique Indian rugs change over time?

Rug weaving as an activity has been well known in India since the 1500’s. They probably got many of their ideas from the Persians, due to the fact that the designs of the Persians and the Indians are very similar. The Indians also got some of their influential ideas from parts of Asia. However, Indian rug weavers began to develop their own style. The most elaborate models got woven during the Mughal Empire between the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries. To the South, the Deccan area rugs got their distinctive looks from their designs and colors.

Rugs From India

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Large Red Antique Indian Agra Rug 44428
Size: 11 ft 6 in x 16 ft 9 in (3.51 m x 5.11 m)

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Soft Coral Color Geometric Design Antique Large Size Indian Agra Rug 43326
$34,500.00 Size: 13 ft 6 in x 16 ft 7 in (4.11 m x 5.05 m)Purchase

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Soft Neutral Earth Tone Antique Oriental Cloud Band Design Indian Amritsar Rug 3409
$18,500.00 Size: 11 ft 2 in x 16 ft 7 in (3.4 m x 5.05 m)Purchase

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Large Modern Contemporary Neutral Rug 61159
$13,500.00 Size: 14 ft 1 in x 16 ft 6 in (4.29 m x 5.03 m)Purchase

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Large Scale Allover Design Antique Red Background Indian Agra Rug 43722
Size: 7 ft 5 in x 16 ft 5 in (2.26 m x 5 m)

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Large Red Background Antique Allover Intricate Design Indian Agra Rug 72206
$38,000.00 Size: 13 ft 8 in x 16 ft 4 in (4.17 m x 4.98 m)Purchase

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Soft Washed Out Color Large Scale Design Vintage Indian Agra Rug 43655
$36,500.00 Size: 13 ft 1 in x 16 ft 3 in (3.99 m x 4.95 m)Purchase

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Indian Persian Serapi Design Modern Rug 43676
Size: 12 ft 6 in x 16 ft (3.81 m x 4.88 m)

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Rare Luxurious Pale Blue Allover Design Antique Indian Agra Carpet 47369
Size: 13 ft x 16 ft (3.96 m x 4.88 m)

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Large Ivory Square Antique Indian Agra Rug 50457
Size: 14 ft 7 in x 15 ft 7 in (4.44 m x 4.75 m)

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Soft Light Color Antique Geometric Design Indian Agra Rug 43318
$36,500.00 Size: 12 ft 6 in x 15 ft 7 in (3.81 m x 4.75 m)Purchase

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Soft Washed Out Light Color Antique European Flower Design Indian Agra Square Rug 43403
$38,500.00 Size: 13 ft 4 in x 15 ft 7 in (4.06 m x 4.75 m)Purchase

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Beautiful Green Shabby Chic Antique 18th Century Rustic Paisley Deccan Indian Rug 42106
$19,000.00 Size: 11 ft x 15 ft 5 in (3.35 m x 4.7 m)Purchase

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Geometric Modern Contemporary Area Rug 61184
$9,500.00 Size: 10 ft 2 in x 15 ft (3.1 m x 4.57 m)Purchase

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Large Antique Indian Shabby Chic Art Deco Rug 49386
Size: 12 ft 4 in x 15 ft (3.76 m x 4.57 m)

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Antique Shabby Chic Indian Agra Rug 43986
Size: 11 ft x 15 ft (3.35 m x 4.57 m)

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Antique Persian Heriz Design Purple and Green Color Indian Agra Rug 43404
Size: 10 ft 4 in x 15 ft (3.15 m x 4.57 m)

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Beautiful All Over Design Fine Antique Decorative Indian Amritsar Rug 50455
Size: 12 ft 6 in x 14 ft 10 in (3.81 m x 4.52 m)

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Green Border Seafoam Field Antique Square Indian Herati Design Agra Rug 43611
Size: 13 ft 2 in x 14 ft 10 in (4.01 m x 4.52 m)

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Blue Background Floral Tree Design Antique Late 19th Century Indian Agra Rug 44069
Size: 11 ft 10 in x 14 ft 8 in (3.61 m x 4.47 m)

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Soft Pastel Color Antique Elegant Indian Late 19th Century Agra Area Rug 43693
Size: 11 ft 10 in x 14 ft 7 in (3.61 m x 4.44 m)

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Custom Rug Design Ref #608951 Swedish Inspired Blue Area Kilim Rug

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Light Color Floral Design Room Size Antique Soft Wool Pile Indian Agra Rug 43210
$28,500.00 Size: 10 ft 7 in x 14 ft 4 in (3.23 m x 4.37 m)Purchase

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Vase Design Antique Indian Agra Rug 70802
$26,500.00 Size: 11 ft x 14 ft 2 in (3.35 m x 4.32 m)Purchase

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Andrew Karam

a month ago

Twenty or so years ago my father gave me a beautiful antique Persian rug - after so many years (and kids and pets) it needed some TLC, so I brought it to Nazmiyal. I just picked it up today and - wow! They got the stains out entirely and the entire rug is brighter; they also made some repairs - it's back in my living room and looks fantastic, and the bill was lower than I'd expected. Overall it was a great experience - the people are wonderful, the work was perfect, and I saw so many beautiful rugs at their store that I found myself wishing for a larger apartment. Next time I need any work done on a rug, or find an open bit of floor I know where I'll be heading.

Raven Ziegler

4 years ago

It is always a delight going to the Nazmiyal showroom. This Qashqai is one of several purchases made over the years, and mom is truly enjoying it. Jason and the staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They listen to the customeru2019s needs. When I go to the showroom, it is like visiting my family because we have the same appreciation for the textile arts.nnOriental carpets are a rare discipline to be educated in, because you canu2019t go to a university to have certain types of training and experience, such as knowing the cultures and processes of carpet weaving. Jason has such a refined eye that he can distinguish a good rug from a great rug, and that knowledge is offered to the customer to elevate their point of view.nnComing here has been an initiation into a world of culture, art, and beauty which has sustained me, and for that I am grateful.

Emmy C.

Loved my runner rug purchase from Nazmiyal. Love the ability to purchase, try and return if it didn't work out! I had it shipped to California and everything worked out beautifully!

Paul Rousseas

a year ago

NAZMIYAL is the best source for antique and vintage rugs and carpets. Staff is extremely knowledgeable, Jason himself is an amazing dealer who handpicks each and every piece in his stunning collection and is happy to educate the consumer, not just make a sale. I always trust his experience and great eye for all my spaces!

Chelsea Phillips

I had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Nazmiyal. I was very impressed by their selection, the quality of their beautiful carpets, and their extremely reasonable prices. Really I cannot say enough about how helpful everyone at the gallery was - especially Omri, work with him if you can! - and how happy I am with my new antique rug. Five stars, highly, highly recommended!