How did crusaders bring Oriental rugs to Europe?

Prior to the Muslim invasion, only isolated occurrences of rug making could be found in Spain. The earliest extant carpet from Spain dates to the 10th century A.D. It is known as the Synagogue carpet and is of Jewish origin. After the invasion of the Muslims, many people have the idea that Spanish designs disappeared and were replaced Middle Eastern designs, but that is not entirely the case.

How have Spanish carpets change their design with influences from different times and cultures?

While the Spanish carpets became less prominent during the Muslim conquest, they experienced a resurgence after the 1492 reconquest. By the 16th century, Spanish carpets had their own distinctive style. They often featured wreaths and pomegranates.

What makes Spanish rugs special?

One of the most distinguishing characteristics of Spanish Rugs is the use of what became known as the “Spanish Knot.” This rug knotting technique differed from the Persian and Turkish rug knots. In this technique, the knots are wrapped around alternate warps in each successive row, creating a staggered knot arrangement.

Antique Rugs From Spain

Rugs and Antique Carpets from Spain: Timeless Artistry and Heritage

Rugs From Spain – The Iberian Peninsula has a human history that dates back to very first true human species. It is an area that has been conquered and reconquered many times, each time bringing something new to add to the already diverse culture. Many people consider the history of rug weaving in Spain to begin with the Muslim invasion of the 8th century. No one can deny that this historical event had a significant influence on the arts of the Iberian Peninsula, including rug weaving. But it is important to note that the people of Spain already had a history of the woven art that developed long before the Moors established themselves.

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Beautiful Oversized Spanish Art Deco Design Carpet 50065
Size: 20 ft 4 in x 28 ft 2 in (6.2 m x 8.59 m)

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Oversized Antique Spanish Savonnerie Rug 72914
Size: 15 ft 10 in x 26 ft (4.83 m x 7.92 m)

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Gold Background Oversize French Design Antique Spanish Savonnerie Area Rug 43430
$22,500.00 Size: 13 ft 8 in x 21 ft 6 in (4.17 m x 6.55 m)Purchase

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17th Century Large Antique Spanish Cuenca Carpet 73484
Size: 13 ft 2 in x 19 ft 9 in (4.01 m x 6.02 m)

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Large Green Antique Spanish Savonnerie Carpet 49845
Size: 15 ft 6 in x 19 ft (4.72 m x 5.79 m)

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Large Grey Vintage Spanish Alpujarra Area Rug 46974
$28,000.00 Size: 11 ft 9 in x 18 ft 5 in (3.58 m x 5.61 m)Purchase

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Beautiful Large Size Allover Design Antique Moorish Style Spanish Rug 70408
$28,000.00 Size: 11 ft 5 in x 17 ft 10 in (3.48 m x 5.44 m)Purchase

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Beautiful Large Size Vintage Spanish Rug 50549
$26,000.00 Size: 13 ft 10 in x 17 ft 6 in (4.22 m x 5.33 m)Purchase

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Antique 16th Century Allover Spanish Alcaraz Early Rug 70154
Size: 16 ft x 17 ft (4.88 m x 5.18 m)

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Decorative Large Antique Spanish Rug 50581
$18,500.00 Size: 9 ft 7 in x 15 ft 7 in (2.92 m x 4.75 m)Purchase

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Antique Bird Design Spanish Area Rug 72904
$19,500.00 Size: 11 ft x 12 ft 10 in (3.35 m x 3.91 m)Purchase

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Antique 16th Century Alcaraz Oriental Rug 3288
Size: 5 ft x 10 ft 2 in (1.52 m x 3.1 m)

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Vintage Soft Color Spanish Area Rug 46975
$14,000.00 Size: 8 ft x 9 ft 3 in (2.44 m x 2.82 m)Purchase

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Small Size Light Soft Color Antique Spanish Scatter Size Rug 44008
Size: 4 ft 8 in x 7 ft 7 in (1.42 m x 2.31 m)

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16th Century Antique Spanish Cuenca Fragment 3432
$1,450.00 Size: 2 ft x 6 ft 2 in (0.61 m x 1.88 m)Purchase

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Culturally Rich 18th Century Antique Spanish Alpujarra Rug 73570
$8,800.00 Size: 3 ft 8 in x 5 ft 8 in (1.12 m x 1.73 m)Purchase

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Rare Artistic Antique Colorful Spanish Geometric Design Alpujarra Rug 73094
$8,800.00 Size: 4 ft x 5 ft 6 in (1.22 m x 1.68 m)Purchase

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Rare Collectible Early Antique 16th Century Spanish Alcaraz Carpet Fragment 3430
$750.00 Size: 1 ft 6 in x 1 ft 11 in (0.46 m x 0.58 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!

Antique Rugs From Spain

Rugs and Antique Carpets from Spain: Timeless Artistry and Heritage

Beautiful Oversized Spanish Art Deco Design Carpet 50065

Oversized Antique Spanish Savonnerie Rug 72914

Gold Background Oversize French Design Antique Spanish Savonnerie Area Rug 43430

17th Century Large Antique Spanish Cuenca Carpet 73484

Large Green Antique Spanish Savonnerie Carpet 49845

Large Grey Vintage Spanish Alpujarra Area Rug 46974

Beautiful Large Size Allover Design Antique Moorish Style Spanish Rug 70408

Beautiful Large Size Vintage Spanish Rug 50549

Antique 16th Century Allover Spanish Alcaraz Early Rug 70154

Decorative Large Antique Spanish Rug 50581

Antique Bird Design Spanish Area Rug 72904

Antique 16th Century Alcaraz Oriental Rug 3288

Vintage Soft Color Spanish Area Rug 46975

Small Size Light Soft Color Antique Spanish Scatter Size Rug 44008

16th Century Antique Spanish Cuenca Fragment 3432

Culturally Rich 18th Century Antique Spanish Alpujarra Rug 73570

Rare Artistic Antique Colorful Spanish Geometric Design Alpujarra Rug 73094

Rare Collectible Early Antique 16th Century Spanish Alcaraz Carpet Fragment 3430

Rug Weaving in Spain Before the Moors

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