Ziegler Rugs: Hand-Knotted Floral Area Rugs

A classic style with room to breathe.

Ziegler rugs are known for a calm, elegant look. A wide open field is scattered with soft florals and palmettes, framed by a generous border, usually in colors that feel gentle and easy to live with. It is a style that has been loved for well over a century, and it still suits almost any room. Each one is a hand-knotted area rug, made in small batches, so no two are alike. Browse the range below, with free shipping to the USA and worldwide.

The Story Behind Ziegler Rugs

The name goes back to Ziegler & Co., a trading company from Manchester that worked in Persia in the late 1800s. The company set up weaving workshops in the Sultanabad region and asked the weavers to make rugs that suited Western homes. The brief was simple: softer colors, more open space and large, graceful designs.

That is why the Ziegler look feels so different from many tribal rugs. The drawing is relaxed, the field is spacious and the palette is usually gentle. Today, rugs in this style are woven by hand across the region and beyond, and Ziegler has become a style name of its own.

What You Will See in a Ziegler Rug

Ziegler rugs usually have an open field covered in scattered flowers, vines and palmettes, with plenty of space between the motifs. A wide border frames the piece, often in a contrasting shade. Larger sizes are common, which makes them a favorite for big rooms.

Colors vary widely. You will find deep teal and navy, soft ivory and sand, warm coral and rose, sage and olive, and gentle golds. Some pieces are muted and quiet, while others have a strong contrast between field and border, like a deep blue center framed in coral. That range is part of the appeal, because there is a Ziegler to match almost any room.

Handmade, Built for Real Rooms

Our Ziegler rugs are hand-knotted, with materials and full specs listed on each product page. Every knot is tied by hand, so the flowers vary slightly across the rug, and that gentle variation gives it warmth you do not get from a machine.

Where a Ziegler Rug Works Best

The open field and soft palette make Ziegler rugs very easy to place. In a living room, a large piece pulls the furniture together without competing with it. In a bedroom, it adds calm and softness. A long piece can run down a hallway, and the generous sizes suit a dining room, where the pattern sits comfortably under a table and chairs.

If You Like Ziegler Rugs, Explore These Too

If you like the soft florals, take a look at our Sultani rugs, with their flowing vines and rich color. For a faded, sun-washed look, browse our Oushak rugs.

Why Shop Ziegler Rugs at RugZar

• Hand-knotted, each one a one-of-a-kind piece
• Free shipping to the USA and worldwide
• Delivery in 7-9 business days
• 14-day returns if it is not right for your space
• Real photos and clear specs on every listing
• Care guidance to keep your rug looking good, see our rug care guide

Colors can look a little different on screen than in your room, so look closely at the photos and check the size. We are happy to help you choose.