Antique Mughal

The palette is both lively and ethereal, with its refined balance of gentle hues and brighter accents that recall Mughal artistry while anticipating modern decorative sensibilities.

Woven in Agra-one of the most celebrated rug-producing centers of the Mughal era-this piece balances bold geometry with delicate decorative detailing, creating a work that is both st...

A rare and distinguished antique Indian Agra rug from the turn of the 20th century, this exquisite piece captures the refined artistry of Mughal-inspired carpet weaving. Woven circa ...

This exceptional 1920s Indian Agra rug reflects the artistry and grandeur of carpets woven during the height of the Mughal revival period. Woven entirely by hand, it displays the ref...

The elaborately worked saddle cloth is adorned with stylized palmette and floral motifs within beaded borders a hallmark of Mughal-influenced decorative craft. A delicate brass chai...

Woven circa 1900, this rug stands out for its sophisticated palette, delicate detailing, and formal symmetry, reflecting the grand tradition of Mughal-inspired Indian carpet artistry...

The use of stylized script-like elements in the border design evokes Islamic artistic influence, paying homage to the Mughal heritage of Indian carpet weaving. The wool pile is exce...

This antique Indian rug from the early 20th century showcases the refined artistry and craftsmanship characteristic of the Mughal-inspired weaving tradition. The rug presents a maste...

Woven in the historic city of Agra-once the capital of the Mughal Empire and a key center for fine carpet weaving-this piece is a testament to India's mastery in adapting Persian aes...

A captivating relic of the British Raj-era artistry, this antique Indian Agra rug, dating back to the 1880s, reflects the sophisticated fusion of Mughal opulence and refined British ...

Hand-knotted in lustrous wool, this carpet reflects the Mughal-inspired heritage of Agra weaving, combined with design elements adapted for Western tastes of the early 20th century.

This Agra rug demonstrates not only masterful craftsmanship but also the fusion of Mughal artistic traditions with Persian aesthetics, resulting in a work that is both decorative and...

Woven with a refined sensibility, the rug combines Mughal-inspired botanical elegance with a palette rich in warm, earthy tones of saffron, brick red, soft ivory, and pale teal.

Agra, in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, has been a center of high-quality hand-knotted carpet production since the Mughal period of the 16th and 17th centuries. Hand-kn...

Hand-knotted in wool, this rug remains in beautiful condition and is emblematic of Indian craftsmanship during the colonial period, when Mughal and Persian influences were reinterpre...

The floral design of the botehs is inspired by the myriad flowers of India from the Mughal period, featuring an angular pattern known as ‘broken stick’, similar to what was produced ...

Drawing inspiration from Persian court carpets of the Mughal era, this piece embodies the grand scale and intricate craftsmanship for which Agra rugs are celebrated.

This Agra rug not only reflects the Mughal-inspired artistry of early 20th-century India but also exemplifies the cross-cultural design sensibilities that made Agra carpets so prized...

Handwoven in India, this piece reflects the high standards of North Indian textile artistry during the British colonial era, when Mughal design aesthetics continued to influence deco...

Framed by a wide border of scrolling palmettes and meandering vines, the composition reflects the Mughal-inspired aesthetics that influenced Indian weaving workshops in the late 19th...

This celebrated style was born when 16th-century Mughal emperors synthesized formal Persian workshop geometry with a uniquely Indian passion for hyper-realistic botanical depictions.

Agra rugs are traditional handwoven carpets that originated in the city of Agra during the Mughal era, when Persian design influences were introduced to India.

Rooted in both Persian and Mughal artistic traditions, Agra rugs of this period are known for blending opulence with order.

Millefleurs niche rugs are among the finest Qashqa'i workshop weavings, copying almost exactly their Mughal prototypes. In this example, the characteristic four-armed medallion cen...

The frame is constructed in multiple stepped mouldings, each carrying distinct carved ornament: the principal band features a continuous sinuous vine of five-petalled flowers and cur...

This beautiful carving is reminiscent of Indian Jali screens and features some hallmark motifs of Indian decorative elements: lotus flowers, stylized cypress trees, Mughal style arc...

This magnificent 19th-century antique Agra rug is a masterpiece of Indian weaving, blending Persian courtly tradition with Mughal artistic flair. The ivory-to-champagne field is dens...

An exquisite relic of 19th-century craftsmanship, this oversized antique Indian rug from the 1880s is a testament to the opulence and finesse of Mughal-inspired textile design. Handw...

Agra rugs are traditional handwoven carpets that originated in the city of Agra during the Mughal era, when Persian design influences were introduced to India.

Its grand scale and refined craftsmanship exemplify the decorative sophistication and Mughal-inspired artistry characteristic of Agra weaving traditions.

These naturalistic designs-typical of Indian rugs influenced by Mughal aesthetics-evoke a sense of organic movement and refined symmetry, reflecting a long-standing tradition of bota...

Hand-knotted in wool, this rug remains in beautiful condition and is emblematic of Indian craftsmanship during the colonial period, when Mughal and Persian influences were reinterpre...

The presence of these fauna-particularly the elegant birds in flight and animals nestled among branches-recalls the Mughal tradition of blending nature with artistry.

A medium-light blue ground is elegantly patterned by a Mughal-style diamond lattice enclosing both complete flowers and smaller, similar diamonds.

This piece was likely commissioned for a grand interior or palace, capturing the regal elegance typical of Mughal-inspired design with an added layer of Persian aesthetic tradition.

Keyword block: India, East Indies, Levant, Hindustan, Mughal Empire, Deccan, Gujarat, Bengal, Malabar Coast, Coromandel Coast, Persia, Ottoman Empire, Arabia, Levantine, Indo-Persian...

Drawing influence from Art Deco sensibilities and traditional Mughal geometry, the design showcases a prominent central elongated medallion flanked by four "shield" motifs and two oc...

The imagery reflecting Persian and Mughal influence. Hand-embroidered in wool on a cotton ground with a dense ari stitch.

The composition demonstrates a commanding, poetic mastery of motif language, presenting a dense, mesmerizing tapestry of Mughal palmettes and stylized lotus blossoms. These exquisite...

The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...

The designs were primarily inspired by classical Persian, Turkish, and Mughal carpets from the 16th and 17th Centuries. As these carpets were woven for export purposes, it is not unc...

Carpet production was introduced to this area on a grand scale under the rule of the Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great in the 16th Century.

The sheet presents a fascinating dual portrait of two major trading centers of the Dutch East India Company (VOC): Surat in Mughal India and Batavia (modern Jakarta) in the Dutch Eas...

Traditionally woven from fine wool or silk, these rugs feature patterns inspired by Persian and Mughal art, often incorporating floral motifs, medallions, and elaborate borders.

Hand-painted Indian textile, likely from the mid-20th century, depicting a courtly scene of Mughal or Rajput inspiration. The central composition shows a nobleman or ruler, identifie...

The designs were primarily inspired by classical Persian, Turkish, and Mughal carpets from the 16th and 17th Centuries. As these carpets were woven for export purposes, it is not unc...

Carpets of this period often drew from contemporary Mughal (Indian) and Persian designs. You will typically see "in and out" palmettes, scrolling vines, and stylized leaf patterns.

17TH CENTURY INDO-PORTUGUESE COUNTER 17th-century Indo-Portuguese Mughal cabinet, Teak, ebony, and ivo..... Hinged top with 6 drawers and a central interior door.

The production of antique Indian rugs and antique carpets dates from the Mughal period of the late 1520s, beginning with the conquest of Northern India by Babur.

Agra rugs were extremely well made heavy durable rugs and are considered the best of Indian rugs in the post-Mughal period. Agra rugs are a combination of classical Persian, Turkish...

Agra rugs were extremely well made heavy durable rugs and are considered the best of Indian rugs in the post-Mughal period. Agra rugs are a combination of classical Persian, Turkish...

Woven in the Agra region of India during the mid 19th century, this antique rug reflects the enduring influence of Mughal design traditions on Indian carpet weaving.

It is thought to have originated in the Deccani city of Bidar. Mughal, circa 1750. A rare and intracately detailed 18th-century Bidri Ware hookah base, crafted in India during the M...

The Ottoman Empire, North African states, Arabian Peninsula, and Mughal India are all clearly delineated, enhanced with soft original hand coloring that distinguishes political and c...

Traditionally woven from fine wool or silk, these rugs feature patterns inspired by Persian and Mughal art, often incorporating floral motifs, medallions, and elaborate borders.

While earlier Indian rugs (Mughal era) were strictly Persian in style, early 20th-century pieces like this one often utilized "decorator" colors—such as this specific golden yellow—t...

Keywords: East Indies, East India, Indian Ocean, Levantine Indies, Indois Levantin, India, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Java, Sumatra, Malabar Coast, Coromandel Coast, Mugh...

Traditionally woven from fine wool or silk, these rugs feature patterns inspired by Persian and Mughal art, often incorporating floral motifs, medallions, and elaborate borders.

While the inventory title suggests a geometric structure, the design is executed as a dense, all-over repeating pattern of stylized trees and palmettes, creating a lush, garden-like ...

The design employs a highly detailed, dense vine scroll and floral spray composition, characteristic of the finest Mughal-revival weaving traditions. This magnificent example utilize...