Rug Collectors Excited About Nazmiyal’s Online Auction!
If you’re a rug collector and you are in the market for an antique or vintage rug, Nazmiyal’s online rug auction is the source to help you on your quest. Our
upcoming auction, on Oct 15th, consist of rare and collectible rugs from Nazmiyal’s rug collection as well as a variety of great carpets that were hand picked and expertly curated from private collections and estates from all over the world. Whether you’re a first time rug shopper or an experienced rug collector, this online auction is filled with great opportunities. Our strong global network brings you some of the best rugs from all over the world at great values.
Our intuitive
bidding process and platform makes buying rugs at our auctions easy and fun. The lots in our online rug auction have multiple high-res images and additional pictures can be provided by request. In addition, our carpet experts are available to assist and answer any of your questions as well as provide detailed condition reports.
Whether you’re moving into a new home, redecorating your current home or just want to fid that special piece, our antique and vintage rug auction is the place to shop. Unlike modern rugs that are mass produced, the antique and vintage rugs in this sale were made predominantly with natural dyes and are mostly unique and one-of-a-kind pieces. They were also woven with high-quality wool for the perfect combination of durability and comfort, making them ideal familial heirloom pieces.
Learn Some Of The Collector Rugs In Or Auction
An 18th Century
Turkish Smyrna Carpet (on lot 7110 / estimated to be between $8,000 and $10,000) comes from an estate in California and is the earliest carpet available in the auction.

Lot 7110 / estimated to be between $8,000 and $10,000
A group of antique Persian Bakshaish and Heriz carpets range in price and starting for as low as$6,000 offer consumers that ability to attain these beautiful and collectible rugs at extremely low price points.

Lot 7104 / estimated to be between $3,000 – $5,000

Lot 7101 / estimated to be between $4,000 – $6,000
There are also other types of collector rugs and textiles such as Chinese rank badges, Mongolian rugs, Khotan carpets and so much more.
Collector Rugs for every style
This auction promises to offer a reasonably priced wonderful selection of collector level rugs. Starting bids range between $100 and $18,000 for pieces like the tribal semi-nomadic bags and large room sized decorative Persian carpets from Sultanabad, Tabriz, Khorassan Kerman and Sultanabad.
The sale also offers an impressive rouping of Caucasian rugs such as the Karachopt Kazak Rug (lot 7022 / estimated to be between $5,000 – $8,000), as well as the Daghestan Prayer Rug (on lot 7021 / estimated to be between $3,000 and $5,000). There is also a great selection of decorative room-size rugs like the Mohtashem Kashan carpet (lot 7064 / estimated to be between $8,000 and $12,000) and a breathtaking Turkish Oushak Carpet (lot 7109 / estimated to be between $20,000 and $30,000).

Lot 7064 / estimated to be between $8,000 – $12,000

Lot 7022 / estimated to be between $5,000 – $8,000
The online auction and bidding process
To begin bidding at our auction, you need to first make sure that you have registered for an account and confirmed your email. The bidding takes place on our Nazmiyal Auctions site (but if you prefer, you can also bid through Live Auctioneers, Bidsquare and Invaluable as well). Condition reports will be provided online as a courtesy and those who are interested can make an appointment to view the carpets in person.
You may view the full auction catalog here.
Caring for your auction rug
Once you have received your rug, make sure to handle it with great care, as most of the collector rugs could last for many years. Some antique rugs have even become family heirlooms and they are more durable than commercially made rugs. While cleaning your rug you want to make sure that you vacuum with light suction and have any spills professionally cleaned.
Oct 15th rug auction preview dates and times
SATURDAY OCTOBER 10 TH, 10 AM – 5 PM
SUNDAY OCTOBER 11 TH, 12 NOON – 5 PM
MONDAY OCTOBER 12TH to THURSDAY OCTOBER 15TH 10 AM – 5 PM
APPOINTMENT IS SUGGESTED