Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Heriz Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 12' 6'' x 9' 3'' .
Size CM: 382 cm x 282 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Crimson, Ivory, Navy Blue, Gold, Green, Brown, Orange.
Material: High-quality Natural Wool and Cotton.
Features: Hand-knotted craftsmanship, Unique designs and patterns (No duplicates), Has fringe.
Trust signals: 100% Authentic Handmade Persian Rug, Only one available.
Heriz Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Heriz Persian rug, measuring 12'6" x 9'3", presents a commanding presence with its bold madder red field adorned with intricate Eslimi arabesques and a striking central medallion. The rich crimson undertones blend seamlessly with ivory, navy blue, and gold accents, creating a sophisticated color palette that has developed its distinctive patina over four to six decades of careful use.
Originating from the mountainous region of Heriz in northwestern Persia's Azerbaijan province, this collection represents one of the most celebrated weaving traditions in Persian carpet artistry. The Heriz weavers, renowned for their geometric precision and bold color choices, have created rugs in this distinctive style for over two centuries, with each piece reflecting the rugged landscape and proud heritage of their ancestral homeland. The symmetrical Ghiordes knots employed in this rug's construction demonstrate the meticulous craftsmanship that has made Heriz carpets treasured worldwide.
The central Toranj medallion commands attention with its intricate Shah Abbasi palmettes, while the surrounding field showcases flowing Eslimi patterns that dance across the madder red background in harmonious waves of green, brown, and orange. These classical Persian motifs carry deep symbolic meaning, with the medallion representing the dome of heaven and the arabesques symbolizing the infinite nature of divine creation, making this piece not merely decorative but spiritually significant.
The warm spectrum of colors, from the dominant madder red to the complementary navy blue and golden highlights, creates an inviting atmosphere that works beautifully in spacious living rooms, formal dining areas, or grand foyers where the generous 12'6" x 9'3" dimensions can be fully appreciated. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any interior space with its authentic Persian character and timeless appeal, bringing centuries of weaving tradition into contemporary homes.
Available exclusively at Los Angeles Home of Rugs, this semi antique Heriz represents exceptional value for collectors seeking authentic Persian craftsmanship with the perfect balance of age, condition, and artistic merit that only comes from decades of natural aging and careful preservation.
Specifications
Original name: Heriz Rug.
Alternative name(s): Heris Rugs, Heriz Carpet, Serapi Rug.
Origin: Azerbaijan.
Category: Village.
Common designs: Eslimi (Arabesque), Medallion (Toranj), Shah Abbasi.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool.
Foundation material: Cotton.
Knot type: Symmetrical (Ghiordes).
Notes
At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, we are delighted to offer you a wide selection of authentic Persian rugs. We only stock hand knotted rugs that are not machine made, or handmade rugs through a variety of techniques, including hand-tufting, hand-hooking, or hand-weaving. This ensures that you receive a unique and high-quality product that will last for years to come. Read More
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