Product Description
Details
Collection: Heriz Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 9' 2'' x 5' 9'' .
Size CM: 280 cm x 175 cm.
Colors: Red, Brown, Green, Navy Blue, Pink, Blue, Ivory.
Material: 100% Natural Wool and Cotton.
Has fringe.
Heriz Rugs
A superb example of Heriz weaving heritage, this 9x5 ft Semi Antique rug showcases the celebrated Medallion design of Azerbaijan, rendered here in rich tones of Red, Brown with the authority of long tradition. Color in Heriz rugs
is vivid, bold, and uncompromising. Brick red and terracotta - the characteristic ground colors of the finest Heriz rugs - are paired with deep navy borders and ivory secondary grounds to create compositions of maximum chromatic
impact. Natural dyes combined with the mineral properties of Heriz district water sources produce colors of exceptional depth and stability that age beautifully into increasing richness over the decades.
The construction of Heriz rugs is designed explicitly for durability. Woven using the Turkish symmetrical knot on cotton foundations with a generous, well-spun wool pile, these rugs withstand many decades of intensive use without
losing structure, pile height, or visual clarity. The construction philosophy prioritizes real-world durability - a pragmatic approach vindicated by the survival of many exceptional antique examples in near-perfect condition
after a century of use.
The visual relationship between a Heriz rug and architectural space is one of active engagement rather than passive decoration. The boldness of Heriz geometric design means these rugs hold their visual presence in large rooms
without overwhelming, making them particularly effective in spaces with strong architectural character and in contemporary settings where bold visual statements are valued.
Antique Heriz rugs represent one of the most rewarding collecting categories in Persian textiles, combining accessibility of price, quality of construction, boldness of design, the beauty of aged natural dye palette, and genuine
historical significance in a way that few other collecting categories can match. These rugs improve markedly with every decade of aging - their colors deepening, their wool developing the softness and sheen of time.
Specifications
Original name: Heriz Rug.
Alternative name(s): Heris Rugs, Heriz Carpet, Serapi Rug.
Origin: Azerbaijan.
Category: Village.
Common designs: Medallion, Geometric.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool.
Foundation material: Cotton.
Knot type: Symmetrical (Ghiordes).
Notes
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