Heriz carpets have always been regarded as beautiful, tough objects of decoration, made in the north-west of Persia these handwoven works of art always have variations from one piece to another. Some draw influences from further north into the Caucasus.
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Antique Heriz carpet
Circa 1910
345 × 246 cm 11’3” x 8’
£6,200
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Description
A rare decorative ivory background Antique Heriz carpet with superb colours and in great condition. The pile is excellent, very soft and dense. Professionally cleaned and ready to be used on the floor. We will also supply complimentary underlay with any carpet purchased from us if required. Full of natural faded dyes and an all over abstract leaf and vine design, a charming carpet. Dating from around circa 1900-1910.
If you you would like to view this antique carpet up close, please do request a home visit, you can select the ideal day and time for us to visit you. A free, no obligation service we have offered for over 30 years. Or book in a visit to our barn showroom soon, we make great coffee and would love to help you.
Heriz carpets come from the North-West of Persia and no two are ever the same. Designs will always vary, depending on the age and what the weavers decided to do at the time. Generally they are geometric patterns of stylised floral motifs, with eight-pointed star medallions. Earlier examples from the late 19th century were often more open in design, still bearing geometric patterns, but in general softer colours too. These can be known as Serapi carpets dating from the mid to late 19th century. Younger pieces, tended to have more pattern and follow this format of central medallion and interesting corner designs. You can find more scrolling, curvilinear rare all over designs too.
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