In the rug and carpet world, nothing screams luxury more than silk rugs. Silk Luxury rugs are iconic for their enchanting luminosity and exquisite beauty. Their reflective attributes give them a life of their own, making them the most luxurious of antique rugs. The quality and richness of colors seen in silk rugs is also incomparable due to the silk’s ability to absorb the dyes better.
Although silk can be spun to be extremely thin, it is incredibly strong and durable. This makes the luxurious silk rugs a wise investment due to their durability as well beauty and uniqueness. These magnificent works of silk textile art have been prominently made in India, China, Persia, and Turkey.
Typically made by master weavers, luxurious silk rugs come infinite forms. There are pictorial silk rugs, runners, floral wonders, silk rugs with animals, and even silk prayer rugs. Explore eight highlights from The Nazmiyal Antique Rug and Carpet Collection and Gallery in New York City, to get a taste of their magnificence for yourself… We insist, luxury beneath your feet is in order…