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.

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Antique Indian Agra Rug 15146
$26,500.00 Size: 6 ft x 8 ft 8 in (1.83 m x 2.64 m)Purchase

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Soft Decorative Ivory Antique Indian Cotton Agra Herati Design Abrash Rug 40770
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Antique 8 Pointed Star Design Green Color Indian Agra Rug 44605
Size: 5 ft 9 in x 8 ft 5 in (1.75 m x 2.57 m)

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Wendy Morrison Design – Mandela Solace Hand-Tufted Rug 21280
Size: 7 ft x 8 ft (2.13 m x 2.44 m)

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Wendy Morrison Design – Love Birds Lilac Hand-Tufted Rug 21279
Size: 6 ft 11 in x 8 ft (2.11 m x 2.44 m)

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Wendy Morrison Design – Love Birds Green Hand-Tufted Rug 21278
Size: 6 ft 11 in x 8 ft (2.11 m x 2.44 m)

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Wendy Morrison Design – Kimono Noir Hand-Tufted Rug 21273
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Wendy Morrison Design – Cheetah Florals Hand Tufted Rug 12139
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Small Red Allover Design Antique Indian Agra 19th Century Carpet 42109
$8,800.00 Size: 5 ft x 7 ft 7 in (1.52 m x 2.31 m)Purchase

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Blue All Over Design Antique Indian Agra Rug 70488
$12,500.00 Size: 5 ft x 7 ft 6 in (1.52 m x 2.29 m)Purchase

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18th Century Indian Embroidery Textile 40364
$14,500.00 Size: 2 ft 4 in x 7 ft 6 in (0.71 m x 2.29 m)Purchase

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Rustic Antique Indian Red And Brown Agra Rug 3398
Size: 4 ft 1 in x 7 ft 3 in (1.24 m x 2.21 m)

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Antique Silk Indian Embroidery 71330
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Small Decorative Antique Indian Amritsar Rug 40707
Size: 4 ft x 7 ft 2 in (1.22 m x 2.18 m)

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Small Size Soft Pastel Color Antique Indian Agra Rug 46163
$6,500.00 Size: 4 ft x 6 ft 9 in (1.22 m x 2.06 m)Purchase

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Small Size Antique Blue Indian Agra Rug 2646
$8,800.00 Size: 4 ft 7 in x 6 ft 9 in (1.4 m x 2.06 m)Purchase

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Small Brown and Ivory Antique Oriental Indian Agra Rug 3130
$8,200.00 Size: 4 ft x 6 ft 8 in (1.22 m x 2.03 m)Purchase

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Vintage Yellow Black Red Blue Artist Jan Cremer Art Rug 49943
$14,500.00 Size: 8 ft 1 in x 6 ft 7 in (2.46 m x 2.01 m)Purchase

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Antique Indian 17th Century Mughal Rug 8000
Size: 4 ft 7 in x 6 ft 6 in (1.4 m x 1.98 m)

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Vintage Tiger Animal Pelt Design Rug 72896
$3,600.00 Size: 3 ft 10 in x 6 ft 2 in (1.17 m x 1.88 m)Purchase

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Extremely Fine And Intricate Early Silk Antique Indian Mughal Area Rug 71755
Size: 4 ft 1 in x 6 ft 2 in (1.24 m x 1.88 m)

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Wendy Morrison Design – Okinawa Ocean Hand-Tufted Rug 21287
Size: 6 ft x 6 ft (1.83 m x 1.83 m)

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Wendy Morrison Design – Okinawa Hand-Tufted Rug 21286
Size: 6 ft x 6 ft (1.83 m x 1.83 m)

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Blue Square Silk and Wool Garo Antreasian Art Rug 49950
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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!

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