Antique Heriz Carpet

Period: 19th Century
Origin: Heriz
Dimensions: 290 x 345 cm

This rare 19th century Persian Heriz carpet highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a vibrant terracotta-red field dominated by a monumental, multi-layered central medallion in deep midnight indigo and soft sky blue. This structural balance between the expansive, saturated field and the large-scale, angular “Star” medallion reflects the pinnacle of the Heriz weaving tradition in Northwest Persia. Heriz carpets of this antiquity are world-renowned for their bold, architectural presence and their unique ability to translate sophisticated urban floral designs into a more rugged, tribal geometric aesthetic.

The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary terracotta-red ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high-contrast shifts of midnight indigo, ivory, and golden saffron. These rich and enduring tones, achieved through the expert application of natural dyes, exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest 19th-century Serapi and Heriz productions. The inclusion of a wide midnight-indigo primary border decorated with a rhythmic sequence of geometric floral palmettes and stylized “leaf and wineglass” motifs creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical finesse of the weavers.

Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand-spun local wool with a characteristically resilient pile and a firm, substantial handle. The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines—specifically the intricate “Herati” leaf scrolls in the spandrels and the bold geometric hooks within the medallion—and the presence of significant, harmonious abrash throughout the red and blue sections definitively distinguish this antique masterpiece as a premier 19th-century artifact. Ultimately, this Heriz carpet stands as a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global textile collectors.

Stock No : 1037

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