Malayer

Malayer

About this collection

Looking to buy a Malayer rug? Every Malayer rug here is a genuine hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind piece — real wool tied knot by knot in the traditional oriental manner. Sold maker-direct from a family of rug makers and curators in the trade since 1970, 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 Malayer rug directly from Arteverk — a Houston-based family of rug makers and curators selling maker-direct since 1970. Every Malayer rug here is a genuine one-of-a-kind piece (never a machine-made or printed 'Malayer-style' reproduction), viewable in our Houston showroom or by live video and shipped free across the U.S.

About Malayer Rugs

Malayer rugs are finely woven village rugs from western Iran, between the Sarouk and Hamadan traditions, with geometric and floral motifs. 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 Malayer

Where can I buy an authentic hand-knotted Malayer 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 Malayer rug we carry is a genuine one-of-a-kind piece.

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

Every Malayer 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 Malayer rug valuable?

A Malayer 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 Malayer 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.