Antique

Antique

About this collection

Looking to buy a Antique rug? Every Antique rug here is a genuine hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind piece — real wool tied knot by knot in the traditional oriental manner, never a machine-made or printed reproduction. Sold maker-direct from a family of rug makers and curators in the trade since 1970, sold maker-direct and shipped free across the U.S. Every product page states the rug’s real origin and age.

Explore the full Rug Encyclopedia, or book a showroom viewing or a live video call before you decide.

Where to buy

You can buy an authentic, hand-knotted Antique rug directly from Arteverk — a Houston-based family of rug makers and curators selling maker-direct since 1970. Every Antique rug here is a genuine one-of-a-kind piece (never a machine-made or printed 'Antique-style' reproduction), viewable in our Houston showroom or by live video and shipped free across the U.S.

About Antique Rugs

Antique rugs are genuine hand-knotted pieces roughly a century old or more, carrying the natural dyes, patina and craftsmanship of a bygone era. Each is hand-knotted and one of a kind; every rug's exact origin, material and age is listed on its product page.

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Common questions about Antique

Where can I buy an authentic hand-knotted Antique rug?

At Arteverk — a Houston-based family of rug makers and curators selling maker-direct since 1970, with a Houston showroom, live video walkthroughs and free nationwide shipping. Every Antique rug we carry is a genuine one-of-a-kind piece.

Is this a real Antique rug or a machine-made 'Antique-style' one?

Every Antique rug here is genuinely hand-knotted in wool, tied knot by knot — never power-loomed or printed. We state the construction, origin and age honestly on every product page.

What makes a Antique rug valuable?

A Antique rug's value comes from its hand-knotting, the quality of its wool or silk, the finesse of the weave, its size and its age. Because each is one of a kind, prices vary — the current price is shown on every rug.

What sizes do Antique rugs come in?

From small accents through room sizes like 8x10 and 9x12 up to oversize pieces and runners — use the size filter above, or ask us to source a specific size.