Size and use define its presence

Exact details and fit

Measured dimensions

Specifications

Brand or supplier
Old New House®
Product type
Rugs
Dimensions/options
5'3" x 8'1"

What arrives

One 5x8 Vintage Indian Afshar Design Carpet in the selected option unless the product page clearly lists a set or kit. Props and styling accessories shown in photos are not included.

Pattern and scale in space

How the carpet fits your room

Measure the room and furniture layout before ordering 5x8 Vintage Indian Afshar Design Carpet. Leave enough border around the rug and use an appropriate rug pad for the floor surface.

A grounding textile with presence

Best with hardwood, stone, tile, concrete, and layered neutral interiors where the rug size, pattern, and palette fit the furniture layout.

Always follow the manufacturer's care, use, and safety guidance.

Order and delivery information

Shipping and returns

Shipping details

Shipping rates and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout.

Return policy

Return requests are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Contact Resin Society first for damaged, defective, incorrect, or missing items and we will coordinate directly with Old New House®.
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Grounded by history

A saturated field of reds, inky florals, and geometric borders gathers the room into one conversation.

Quiet authority

The rug that finishes the sentence

Vintage Afshar character

Large rooms can feel expensive yet unfinished when the floor is blank or the rug is undersized. The 5x8 Vintage Indian Afshar Design Carpet brings a defined anchor that lets furniture read as a group. Its intricate pattern and measured scale create a focal point that steadies color and movement.

What changes in the room

Scale, warmth, and sound shift the moment this rug lands. The diamond medallion and layered borders knit seating, art, and lighting into one story. At 5'3" x 8'1", it claims enough ground for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and entryways without overwhelming the space.

For the collector at home

Someone building a room with a lived-in mix who wants vintage pattern to set the tone under daily life.

Where it lives

Place the 5'3" x 8'1" carpet under a sofa and pair of chairs, beneath a dining table, or at the foot of a bed so the pattern can fully read.
  • Living rooms
  • Dining rooms
  • Bedrooms
  • Collected interiors
  • Design projects
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Craft and lineage

Old New House® — a lineage of rug expertise

Old New House® brings a generational eye to hand‑picked vintage and antique rugs. Dave draws on a four‑generation line on his mother’s side and a five‑generation lineage on his father’s side in designing, manufacturing and importing hand knotted rugs dating to the mid‑1800s. Together with Melissa—who photographs and edits every listing—they curate each textile and also make one‑of‑a‑kind furniture and pillows. Operating from a flagship showroom in the NYC suburbs and balancing family life with two young children, they prioritize quality, craftsmanship, and the decorative story behind each piece. If you want authentic hand‑knotted construction presented with thoughtful photography and considered editing, Old New House® offers highly curated, sustainable‑luxury choices that sit comfortably in modern interiors.
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Your order gives back

When you buy from Resin Society, you help plant trees through our reforestation partnership. It is a small way your order supports the materials, homes, and landscapes makers care about.

Questions answered

FAQs for 5x8 Vintage Indian Afshar Design Carpet

What are the exact dimensions?
It measures 5'3" x 8'1".
Will the pattern read in a small room?
Yes—the size and motif are designed to be legible where there’s enough open floor for the 5'3" x 8'1" footprint.
Where does it work best in a home?
It’s well-suited to living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, entry spaces, gallery walls, or a studio seating area.
What feeling does it bring to a space?
A collected focal point with richer color and a stronger sense of foundation.
Why choose this size over a smaller rug?
Smaller pieces can leave furniture floating; this size grounds the arrangement so the room feels complete.