Some of the most iconic tapestries ever woven belong and exclusive group that depicts scenes or stories from either the old testament or new. Lets explore these iconic historically significant and biblical tapestries.
Category: Rug Blog
Welcome To The Nazmiyal Area Rug Blog
Rug Blog, Blogs about Carpets That Will Make the Room’s Interior Decor!
Rug Blog – Great interiors aren’t complete without great rugs. Antique rugs can be conversation starters, statement pieces or supporting players that give an interior harmony and unity. These textural handcrafts absorb sound, provide structure and add a bold dash of color. Rugs are available in an innumerable assortment of styles that are as diverse as today’s interiors. The places and the ways that carpets are used and displayed are also endless. When hung on walls, rugs and tribal textiles create a splendid effect. Traditional Oriental area rugs and Persian rugs are just the beginning, however.
There are neoclassical and vintage rugs from Europe, Scandinavian mid-century rugs and stylish art carpets inspired by legendary modern artists. Use low-impact designs and light colored carpets to make rooms appear larger, or select bold, dark colors and intensive patterns to create a cozy, inviting effect. Great possibilities come from amazing rugs. Carpets really do make the room.
Read our rug blog about antique rugs, Oriental carpets and how they relate to interior design
Nazmiyal Collection: Acquiring Masterpiece After Masterpiece, Jason Nazmiyal Has Built a Catalogue of Design Paragons
Jason Nazmiyal, a renowned antique carpet and rug collector who has built a catalogue of design paragons by acquiring masterpiece after masterpiece through his expertise and passion for beauty.
Buying Rugs Overseas While Traveling Abroad
In this article we talkin about the pitfalls of buying rugs overseas while on vacation. Buying rugs abroad is risky to say the least, in this post we also try to offer some suggestions on how one could protect him / herself from predatory rug merchants.
Antique and Vintage Chinese Carpets: An Introduction
In this intro to Chinese rugs article we explore and discover the beauty and symbolism that we see in the iconic antique as well as vintage Chinese carpets.
The Oldest Rug in the World: Pazyryk Carpet
Since Nazmiyal is one the most notable dealers in antique rugs, we naturally get a lot of questions from people. One of the most frequently asked questions is – “how old is the oldest rug in world”? In this post we explore the world’s oldest rug in existence – the iconic Pazyryk carpet.
Middle East Rugs and History
Here we explore the carpet weaving history in the Middle East and we also discuss and define what Middle Eastern rugs actually are and where they were woven.
Arts & Crafts Textile Design and C. F. A. Voysey Rugs
Lest explore C. F. A. Voysey, one of the greatest designers of rugs as well as an iconic pioneer of industrial design. Learn more about the man and the iconic Voysey rugs.
Buying Rugs and Kilims By Nazmiyal
In this post we talk about the differences between a rug and kilim. We also explain when you should consider buying a pile area rug, when should you buy a flat woven kilim rug and which rooms are best suited for each.
Should You Repair Antique Rugs?
Should I repair my rugs is one of the most frequently asked rug related questions that we get. In this post we discuss the different things you should take into consideration before you decide it to repair your rug or not.