Nazmiyal Collection

This charming antique tribal Caucasian Karabagh rug was created in the 1920’s and is the perfect piece for creating a bold, modern design. Persian rugs have been a staple of interior design for centuries, and designers continue to find new and exciting ways to use them in our homes. This magnificent Caucasian rug uses bright colors that will add energy and a sense of optimism to the space.

Antique English Axminster rugs have a history that goes back to 1755. The original Axminster rugs from England could be found in the homes and abodes of famous residents like King George III and Queen Charlotte. This tradition of fine rug making that continues today. This oversized antique oval English Axminster rug is from around the turn of the 20th century and is an unusual piece for its shape and brilliant colors.

Beautiful Rare 18th Antique Chinese Kansu Gallery Size Rug, Country of origin / Rug Type: China, Circa date: 18th Century – This magnificent 18th century antique Chinese Kansu rug will add a formal touch to any room with its brilliant colors and classic design. It is a gallery size rug that will make a statement in a formal dining room or any room of the home. It the perfect touch for any Asian-themed or Chinoiserie-style space.

Beautiful Antique Oushak Rug, Rug Type: Turkish Rug, Circa date: 1900 – True to the traditional style of Turkish Oushak rugs, there are countless angular points of motion that create a sense of grounding for the viewer to enjoy. The grounding motifs in this Turkish rug create contrast between the foreground and the background, and like most runner rugs, this one showcases a beautiful vertical pattern that is designed to captivate the viewer’s attention. Starting from the top, the viewer’s eyes move down to capture the rich borders and vibrant use of gold, orange and blue, all of which come together at various points to provide individuals with points of interest and attention throughout the entirety of this antique rug.

Agra was an Indian city that saw the rise and fall of many great empires. It was also known as a center that produced spectacular carpets with fine detail. This magnificent late 19th century example demonstrates the mastery of technique and design of the weavers.

Refined and Beautifully Soft Large Floral Antique French Savonnerie Carpet, rug type: French rug, circa date: Turn Of The 20th Century. This elegant antique French Savonnerie carpet looks as if it belongs in the Louis XIV Palace of Versailles, and it is large enough to warrant such a display. The originally vibrant colors of this refined French rug have faded over time, giving it a chic Victorian appeal. The reds, pinks, blues, and greens of this antique French Savonnerie carpet have faded to the color of a refined cup of tea.

A Floral Design Magnificent Primitive Antique Caucasian Karabagh Brown Runner Rug , The Rug’s Country of Origin: Caucasus, Circa Woven Date: 1900 – Beautifully crafted, this long hallway runner rug displays white, purple, pink and orange cascading floral clusters in a repeating pattern set against a dark brown field. A narrow pink border carrying white ruyi scrolling symbols frames this rug. The Karabagh (or “Gharabagh” or “Karabakh”) region lies in the Caucasus highlands in eastern Armenia and western Azerbaijan, and over the centuries has often reflected Persian, Turkish and Russian cultural influences. These rugs traditionally maintained a high, very deep pile that rendered them extremely soft and durable.

Moroccan rugs hold a special place in the world of interior design. They have an organic feel that is perfect for Mid-century modern and contemporary styles. This rug uses shades of brown that give it a feel that is a reflection of the natural world. The bold stripes add visual depth to the space and would pair well with other pieces made from natural materials.

This gorgeous, classic Agra Indian rug from the 1920s has an elegant character and the fine quality for which the weavers of this ancient city are known. Agra is a city that is best known as the home of the famed Taj Mahal. However, since the 16th century, it has also been known as a center of carpet production. The carpets of Agra have a grand style that is elegant and refined. Many of the designs resemble popular patterns that are found throughout Persian carpets, which makes an interesting part of their story.

Rare and Beautiful Antique Chinese Kansu Gallery Size Runner Rug, circa date: Early 19th Century – Sometimes you come across antique area rugs that are so magnificent that they hard to capture in words. This antique Chinese Kansu rug is an antique hallway runner rug and happens to be one of those rare and magnificent rugs that are so exciting to find.

The antique Caucasian Shirvan rug make it perfect for today’s styles that feature earth-tones and elements that are reminiscent of nature. Both Persian rugs and Caucasian rugs still fascinate the top interior decorators, who continue to find new and innovative uses for them in room design. They are the foundation of styles from Boho-chic to contemporary. This gorgeous antique rug was created in the 1920’s by a tribe who were known for their exploration of design.

This rug is a vintage piece, but it is perfectly in touch with today color and design trends. Designers are using expressive pieces that reflect the personality of the person as the centerpiece of the room.

Kuba is an area that was once a collection point for many different Caucasian rugs of this mountainous region. This antique tribal Caucasian Kuba runner rug was created at the turn of the 20th century and features a diamond based design with tribal floral found is an approach that we see in the antique rugs of the region. The colors of the hallway runner rug are beautiful and earthy, making it perfect for today’s nature-inspired spaces.

Beautiful Vintage Gallery Size Moroccan Berber Rug, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century – This vintage mid-20th century Moroccan rug is a breathtaking piece and a rare find. The rugs of the Berber tribes of Morocco were popular among midcentury designers as a contrast to the streamlined interiors that highlighted form and function within the space. They loved them for their soft texture, long pile, and beautiful tribal patterns. This rug is unusual for several reasons that make it a unique piece.

This enrapturing antique Shirvan rug showcases a beautifully varied and complex composition that incorporates an iconic selection of classical Caucasian rug details. The delightful runner-style format is bookended by impressively detailed khorjin compartments. Each segment features a fantastic repeating pattern of delicate boteh-like bouquets surrounded by multiple sets of lush curvilinear borders. These decorative compartments lead to a series of magnificent flat-weave Kilim segments that incorporate a tremendous assortment of symbolic burdock motifs with rectilinear limbs. The compartmental composition on this antique rug balances the elongated runner format while highlighting the beautiful assortment of traditional motifs, graphic scorpion figures and strong hourglasses that decorate the ornate central compartment.

Amazingly Beautiful Antique Tribal Caucasian Kuba Hallway Long and Narrow Size Runner Rug, Country Of Origin: Caucasus, Circa date: 1900 – Kuba is an area in modern-day Azerbaijan that is close to the Caspian Sea. The area is known for its unique and beautiful rugs and tribal designs that have been a part of its weaving tradition for many centuries. This gorgeous tribal rug is a classic example of the tribal artwork of this unique people.

Here is a compelling and unique antique textile – an antique Greek embroidery that was woven in that same country at some point during the nineteenth century. Characterized by a distinct regional aesthetic, this relatively simple and more geometric design Greek embroidery showcases the subtler side of antique textile design.

This bold, antique Caucasian rug is filled with decisive angles describe three prominent ornaments, aligned through the center of the long the antique runner rug. The widest border adjoins, formed of diagonal strips.

Beautiful Vintage Scandinavian Runner Rug by Gunilla Lagerhem Ullberg, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Scandinavia Rug, Circa Date: Mid- Twentieth Century. This vintage Scandinavian runner rug was designed by Gunilla Lagerhem Ullberg and was woven in the middle of the twentieth century.

Here is a fetching vintage rug. a mid-century Scandinavian piece, woven in Sweden with all of the hallmarks of an expertly designed and crafted modern flat-weave. This Swedish rug is characterized by a vibrant color pallet, consisting of shades of red and fold. Indeed, viewed as a whole, the composition of this piece is reminiscent of a dance, with the varying tones of red seamlessly transitioning from one to the next, with shades of gold aiding along the process. The deep maroon tone of the field is especially striking, its tonalities creating the impression of depth. This Scandinavian rug, a flat-weave carpet, has an almost hypnotic quality, with its elaborate color play belying the overall simplicity of the composition. That such a minimally adorned piece can simultaneously communicate such an array of impressions and ideas is a testament to the enduring power of modern design.

This twenty-two and a half foot hallway runner rug comes from Amritsar, located in the state of Punjab in India. Amritsar is considered a holy city and is the site of the Golden Temple, the holiest of all religious complexes in Sikhism. Amritsar rugs differ significantly in style from other Indian rugs. They are generally made of wool woven on a cotton base, using a double weft.

Amazing Antique Caucasian Kuba Runner Rug, Circa date: 1900 – Kuba is an area that is known for its gorgeous tribal rugs and artistic creations that are expressive and unique. The city of Kuba is located in what is now present-day Azerbaijan, and its area rugs are an excellent example of the magnificent Caucasian rugs that originated in that region. These antique Caucasian Kuba rugs are often in rich color combinations and have a distinctive style that sets them apart from other antique rugs of the region.

Inspired by the motifs and coloration of classic French Aubusson tapestry, sprays of roses in a naturalistic style repeat in staggered, diagonal rows across the rich ivory field of this elegant Bessarabian kilim. Pairs of larger roses forming linear garlands comprise the border. The contrast between the monumentality of the border and the minuscule delicacy of the field is quite distinctive, adding an element of surprise or excitement within the larger mood of graceful poise.

This gorgeous rug draws inspiration from the iconic and original vintage Moroccan rugs of the Beni Ourain rug weaving tribes in Morocco. These nomadic tribes have inhabited the Atlas Mountains for thousands of years moving their herds with the changing seasons. The area rugs from Morocco became an important part of interior design during the mid-20th century and remain so today. This modern Moroccan style area rug was inspired by these traditional designs, only using techniques make it perfect for modern interiors.

Gorgeous Purple Vintage German Continental Rug, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century. This magnificent vintage continental rug is a unique piece in the world of collectible rugs. Its gorgeous colors and bold and brilliant, it is its unique rug design pattern that makes for the most fascinating feature. At first glance, this vintage area rug looks like a Persian rug, but it was created in German in the Mid-20th century. Let unravel its story a little more.

This antique Caucasian rug is a uniquely beautiful work, the tremendous detail in which reveals a carefully planned and executed design. Ineffably and compellingly appealing, these borders effectively set the one for the remainder of the piece. A large and geometric medallion stands at the center of the field, its breadth spanning from one border to the other. A beautiful and intriguing work, this antique rug is a unique example.

Ningxia rugs feature iconic Chinese designs that have been popular since the early 18th century. They are a timeless class that is still popular today. This rug was created in the early 19th century and is a beautiful representation of Chinese artwork.

Many of the most famous mid century designers developed a love for these magnificent vintage rugs, which help to offset the harsh angular lines of contemporary designs. Today, they are adored for many of the same reasons. That said, they represent even more during the time of their actual creation. These magnificent rugs from Morocco represent a piece of mid 20th century history and the culture and traditions of the Moroccan Berber tribes people who created them. This specific shaggy Beni Ourain rug is an excellent example of mid century North African artwork.

Abstract and Beautiful Vintage Red Moroccan Rug, Country Of Origin: Morocco, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century. This vintage red Moroccan abstract design rug is one of the most distinct area rugs of its kind available. With only three distinct colors, it creates a stunning design. Although Moroccan rugs are known for their geometric shapes, specifically diamonds, there are also plenty of popular designs with more flexibility. This rug is an excellent example of the variance within vintage Moroccan rugs. It primarily features a vivid red that dominates most of the color scheme, but it also features subtle, cleverly placed threads of black and white.

The rugs of the Beni Ourain tribes of Morocco have fascinated designers and served as the foundation of many inspired designs. This one is a modern piece that draws inspiration from these traditional pieces and recreates them in a design that is modern and perfect for contemporary room designs. This is a runner rug that could easily fit into a long hallway or as an accent in a larger room.

This idyllic mid-century Scandinavian rug captures the colors and style of this chic, fashion-forward era. Ivory, lichen green, persimmon and warm wood-tones fit the archetypal mid-century color palette and increasingly vibrant tastes in interior decorations. The open, sparsely decorated composition focuses on graphic borders dotted with rectilinear gentian flowers that complement the fiery orange field. These strong, intensely colored spaces are accented with a wonderful assortment of variegated stripes that incorporate a multitude of colors and give the flat-weave surface a rough ribbed appearance. Tufts of celadon pile highlight the perimeter of the dominant borders, further exploring the interplay of color and texture. This phenomenal vintage flat-weave rug / rollaken embodies Scandinavian folk art traditions and the stylistic influences of talented domestic weavers who had extreme technical skills and the best training.

This beautiful, simple rug is from mid-20th century Morocco, but it could just as easily have been made to suit contemporary decor styles. Moroccan rugs have a primitive style that was popular in mid-20th century design. It served as a contrast to more angular and minimalist furniture and architecture. Mid century modern designers loved them for their ability to bring an organic quality into the room. Now, contemporary designers are turning to mid century Moroccan rugs for the same reason. Moroccan rugs create a cozy space that is serene and balanced.

Beautiful Antique Turkish Oushak Area Rug, circa date: 1900. This early turn of the 20th-century antique Turkish Oushak rug is both delicate and refined. The light hues and fascinating design give it a sophisticated feel. The motifs are delicately outlined against a soft background, which gives it an appearance that is reminiscent of a watercolor painting. Refined patterns are rarely seen in the area rugs from Oushak, which is a fascinating aspect of this specific piece.

A Magnificent Tribal Antique Turkish Konya Runner Rug, Circa Date: Second Half of 19th Century – This brilliant antique tribal rug from Konya, Turkey has a distinctly Bohemian, eclectic feel. This spectacular antique runner rug was created in the latter half of the 19th century. Konya is one of Turkey’s oldest cities and many of the works of art reflect ancient traditions that go back centuries, if not further. This captivating antique Turkish Konya rug captures the essence of the tribal roots of this ancient city.

Magnificent Tribal Vintage Moroccan Rug, circa date: Mid. 20th century. This mid century vintage Moroccan tribal rug has an appeal that developed long before the introduction of minimalist, modern, or postmodern design. Its simple use of color highlights the seemingly random chocolate brown colored lines that make up the entirety of the design. Each of these vintage rugs from Morocco tells a story that the weaver wished to incorporate into the design pattern of the rug. The ancient language has been all but lost, but the beauty and appeal of these Moroccan rugs is timeless.

This colorful rug will make an excellent addition for those who want to add a splash to their space. Swedish rugs have been a part of modern decor since the middle of the 20th century. They are known for their natural elements that reflect the intersection between the natural and man-made worlds. This is a modern rug created in India using the traditional elements of Swedish design.

This modern rug was inspired by vintage Moroccan rugs that tell the story of the people who have carved out a living in a harsh landscape for thousands of years. It is a modern Moroccan inspired area rug design that pays homage to traditions that go back a millennium. The artist bridged the modern and ancient worlds to create a piece that stands out as a piece of artwork and as the foundation for an inspired room design.

The first thing that catches your eye about this piece is its unusual design. This rug was created by the Moroccan Berber tribes during the mid-20th century. The designs of these tribal rugs are symbolic and tell a story. It is not unusual to find organic, asymmetrical designs in Moroccan rugs, but this one stands out and is not the typical design that one expects to find.

Eco-friendly style is a trend that is finding its way into almost every contemporary interior trend. The same holds true for modern streamlined designs where it is used to bridge more angular lines with gentle to soften the look and make it feel cozy and composed. Elements of nature are an essential part of Nordic and Scandinavian styles, too. These styles are expected to predominate the world of interior design for quite some time.

This stunning antique carpet from India features a sophisticated allover latticework pattern rendered in an elegant combination. Subtle spandrels decorated with intricate floral motifs mark the boundaries of the intricately patterned field. Interlocking floral motifs rendered in a combination of dark and light neutrals create a strong interplay between the layered vine-scrolls featured in the mid and foreground. Three sets of guard-bands decorated with reciprocating floral motifs support the well-proportioned main borders, which feature botanical candelabra motifs arranged in an interlocking composition. Woven circa 1900, this magnificent antique Indian Agra rug features an exceptionally detailed allover pattern highlighted by contrasting outlines and complementary neutrals.

True to the style of many stunning antique Indian Agra rugs, this masterpiece, which features an antique Polonaise rug design,elegantly flowing floral motifs to create a sophisticated surface that can add impeccable style and grace to any environment. It conveys a sunny setting, there is nonetheless enough gentle contrast to create several points of interest between the borders and the activity at the heart of the antique rug itself. The dancing leaves and petals are spaced out in a series of natural arrangements, resulting in an attractive collection of motifs that seem to have been strewn about by the wind. This candid scene conveys an almost intimate degree of secrecy, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a rare sight in the natural world.

This antique rug from China is the at once traditional and yet so modern in its elegant simplicity. A plain monochrome border surrounds a mauve field with an allover pattern of s-shaped tiger stripes. The stripes, however, are all subtle in tone, most barely perceptible against the background. As a result, the rug largely functions as a modernist open field composition. Only a closer look reveals the complex allover patterning. As a decorative carpet it offers the best of all possible worlds.

Featuring a traditional tribal design, characterized by a splendid interplay of pastoral and geometric motifs, this fascinating antique Khotan rug from East Turkestan is a marvelous composition. A series of complementary borders, each of which features a unique design, splendidly frames the tribal action of this beautiful rug. Further at play is a clever utilization of deeply contrasting colors: while the pallet throughout the borders, within the large geometric figures that adorn the field, and in the detail work within the field is composed of soft shades of pale reds and greens, the field itself boasts a beautiful, deep hue of blue. This contest both elevated the field to the foreground while also enhancing the subtle tones elsewhere. A truly beautiful composed antique Oriental rug, this intriguing antique Khotan is an especially fine piece.

Beautiful Room Size Antique American Chenille Carpet, Circa Date: 1870. Antique and classic in style, but up to date in meaning and intuition, this antique carpet is loaded with warm vibrant rich colors and context. This late 1800 room-size slice of bold Americana is a color-block vintage striped chenille carpet in patriotic red, white-gray, and blue thick stripes with a multi-colored background. The unique flat woven kilim texture of the wool pile, make for a lively mix and addition to your existing home interior design.

Here is a fascinating and beautiful antique textile – an antique silk and velvet textile that was woven in India during the nineteenth century. Featuring a stunning design of deeply contrasting and elegant detail elements, this European textile exemplifies the creative possibilities inherent in textile weaving. The composition of the textile is actually very straightforward, though the designs within are notably complex and well-formed. Lacking any sort of conventional bordering, this silk and velvet European textile consists simply of a longhand narrow field of pale golden ivory. Further, there is but one other color group present in the entire composition: dark reds. Throughout the long and narrow field, sinuous vine scrolls of deep red interact with one another, culminating in extraordinarily rich and detailed figures. While abstract, the strong sophistication and elegance of these figures suggest chandeliers and candelabras; ornamental pieces with a rich flourish. Contrasting as profoundly as they do with the pale field, these detail figures of burgundy are powerful. A unique and exciting composition, this antique European silk and velvet textile is an intriguing example.

A Remarkable Antique Room Size Turkish Tribal Oushak Rug, Circa Date: 1900. This gorgeous antique Turkish Oushak rug has a distinguished old-world feel, and yet a tribal charm. This beautiful rug was produced around 1900 and is over 100 years old. Oushak is a small town located in West central Anatolia that is located just south of modern day Istanbul, Turkey. Antique rugs from Oushak are distinguished in the world of Oriental carpets for several reasons.

Beautiful Antique Irish Art Nouveau Donegal Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Irish Rugs, circa date: 1920. Throughout the early 20th century, Donegal, Ireland, established a thriving rug industry producing pieces that reflected Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and innovative designs with a local flavor. Their pieces were known for their high quality and distinctive color combinations. They have a special place in rug history, and this one is an excellent example of their work. It has soft, gentle colors that make it the perfect addition to a nature-inspired room design.

This irresistible rose garden Romanian Bessarabian kilim was created in the 1920s. Bessarabia is in Eastern Europe in an area that is modern-day Moldavia in the Carpathian Mountains. The Bessarabian class of carpets refers to kilims and pile rugs that were created in the Russian provinces during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This beautiful example has an Old World flavor and a delicate character that would complement both formal and Boho chic styles.