Antique Heriz Rug

Period: 19th Century
Origin: Heriz
Dimensions: 236 x 332 cm

This rare late 19th century Persian Heriz rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a monumental central medallion anchored by large, angular pendants on a vibrant madder red field. This structural balance between the massive, multi-layered medallion and the ivory-ground spandrels—each decorated with stylized floral sprays and serrated leaves—reflects the pinnacle of the Northwest Persian village weaving tradition. Heriz rugs of this period are world-renowned for their “architectural” aesthetic, where classical Persian floral motifs are transformed into bold, rectilinear forms that resonate with both traditional and modern interior design.

The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary madder red ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high-contrast shifts of midnight indigo, sky blue, forest green, and ivory. These rich and enduring tones, achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 130 years ago, exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest 19th-century Heriz productions. The inclusion of a wide midnight blue primary border decorated with a rhythmic sequence of large scrolling floral palmettes and rosettes creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical finesse of the village weavers.

Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand-spun local wool with a characteristically robust, even pile and a resilient, heavy handle. The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines—including the intricate geometric filler motifs within the medallion—and the presence of significant, harmonious abrash within the red and blue sections definitively distinguish this antique masterpiece from later commercial examples. Ultimately, this Heriz rug stands as a premier example of Persian art, representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global textile collectors.

Stock No : 2052

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