Antique Rugs

 Buy Antique Carpet Rugs

Antique rugs are typically more than 80 to 100 years old. They are made from hand-spun natural materials like wool, silk, and cotton. Even the dyes used are made from natural vegetable and mineral dyes. Antique carpets fade over the years, and some even develop tonal variations and patina with age. 

These are true collector's pieces that showcase rich history, culture, and timeless craftsmanship. Magic Rugs is a trusted curator, supplier and source for antique persian rug sales. We only stock authentic old rugs that check all the boxes of a truly antique rug.

Shop the Type of Antique Rugs You Like

There are several types of antique-style rugs available based on weaving patterns and the regions they were produced in. At Magic Rugs, we stock:

1. Antique Persian Rugs: 

Persian rugs are from Iran, from the mountains of Tabriz to the workshops of Isfahan.

2. Antique Turkish Rugs: 

Turkish knots create a different pile structure than Persian knots, giving them a distinct texture. Anatolian prayer rugs feature mihrabs and often smaller formats.

3. Antique Navajo Rugs: 

These rugs are woven using the tapestry technique, featuring regional styles like bold reds with contrasting designs in Ganado rugs and softer earth tones blended in Chinle rugs.

4. Heriz Antique Rugs: 

These are types of Iranian rugs with chunky medallions surrounded by bold geometric borders.

5. Antique Oushak Rug: 

These are a type of Turkish rug, where the weavers specifically used looser knot counts and softer wools to create signature large-scale palmettes and arabesques with intentional colour unevenness for visual depth.

6. Antique Kilim Rugs: 

You will notice characteristic vertical lines between color changes in these rugs because of the slit weave technique. You will also find symbols like the evil eye, fertility motifs, and ram's horns carrying specific tribal meanings.

We also stock the following styles when available:

• Caucasian Antique Rugs

• Antique Oriental Rugs

• Antique Kerman Rugs

• Indian Antique Rugs

• Antique Hallway Rugs Milwaukee

• Antique Karastan Rugs

• Antique Moroccan rug

• French Antique Rugs and Carpets

FAQs

How to identify authentic antique rugs?

You can identify authentic antique rugs from their hand-knotted construction, natural materials, structural fringes, patina from color variations, and imperfect symmetry.

Where can I buy authentic antique rugs online?

You can find authentic antique rugs for sale online from trusted sellers like Magic Rugs. We only stock pre-vetted pieces authenticated by our team of experts.

Why are antique carpet rugs so expensive?

Antique carpet rugs are more expensive than regular rugs because they are decades old, preserved in good condition, and showcase craftsmanship and styles that are rarely available today.

Are old rugs worth the money?

Yes, old rugs are definitely worth the money, as their resale value is quite high in the market. These are collector's pieces, and hence people are willing to pay quite a price.

What qualifies as an antique vs. vintage rug? 

An antique rug is usually 100 years or older, and a vintage rug is 20 to 80 years old. Rugs that fall from 40 to 99 years old are known as semi-antique rugs , which we also carry.