ANTIQUE

Authentic antique rugs (generally 100 or more years old) show natural signs of age — subtle oxidation in dark dyes, slight pile wear consistent with their age, and hand-spun wool with natural color variation. Our specialists have decades of experience authenticating antique rugs and will provide complete provenance information for every piece in our collection.

Antique rugs benefit most from gentle, professional cleaning by specialists experienced with aged natural fibers and historical dyes. Rotating the rug every 6 to 12 months and using a quality rug pad to reduce friction significantly extends their life. Ashly Fine Rugs offers professional antique rug cleaning, restoration, and conservation services at our Houston facility.

Museum-quality antique handmade rugs from celebrated weaving regions have consistently held and appreciated in value over decades. Key factors that determine investment value include age, condition, rarity of design, regional origin, and artisanal quality. Our appraisal specialists can guide you in identifying the strongest investment-quality pieces in our collection.