Antique Heriz Carpet

Period: Late 19th Century
Origin: Heriz, Northwest Iran
Dimensions: 260 x 280 cm

This impressive late 19th century Heriz carpet is a powerful example of North-West Persian tribal urban weaving, distinguished by its monumental geometry, bold structure, and architectural clarity. Woven in the Heriz region of Iranian Azerbaijan, these carpets are renowned for their durability, strong wool quality, and commanding visual presence.

The composition is dominated by a large stepped central medallion, surrounded by angular secondary motifs and geometric floral elements. The sharply drawn contours, broken lines, and crystalline forms reflect the characteristic Heriz aesthetic, where geometry replaces fluid curves, creating a design language that is both dynamic and monumental.

The field is enriched with stylized palmettes, rosettes, serrated leaves, and angular vine motifs, arranged in a balanced yet energetic layout. The broad borders feature repeating floral rosettes and stylized botanical forms on a deep indigo ground, providing a strong visual frame and rhythmic continuity.

The color palette is both powerful and harmonious, dominated by brick red, deep indigo blue, ivory, soft turquoise, and muted green, produced with natural dyes that have matured into rich, well balanced tones over time.

Woven with highland wool on a robust cotton foundation, this Heriz carpet exemplifies the regions reputation for structural strength, longevity, and functional beauty. Heriz carpets were traditionally woven not only for aesthetic purposes but also for long-term use, making them among the most durable and sought-after Persian carpets in the world.

Today, late 19th century Heriz carpets are highly valued by collectors and designers alike for their architectural presence, timeless design language, and exceptional durability, standing as enduring symbols of Persian weaving tradition.

Stock No: 5687

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