Circa 1900 Room-Size Antique Heriz With Serapi Colors

ANTIQUE ROOM-SIZE HERIZ RUG
Persia, circa 1900
Item # 009QRH18D

This very attractive room-size antique Heriz was woven at the turn of the century with an overall ground woven in threads of warm brick red in a design that remains largely open with a matrix of woven vines and small floral representations framed in beige spandrels. An angular eight-point medallion in the center is a powerful motif with dark navy blue in the points and beige in the center. The contrasts are most striking with mellowed coral, teal and strong red pigments set against steel blue, lapis and dark navy elements. Over one hundred years of gentle use have mellowed the rug into a warm and inviting piece with a low pile that raises the sharp geometry of the carpet to your eye immediately.

Provenance:

Featured in The Magazine Antiques, laminated article cover included
Mark Keshishian & Sons, Inc.
Private Collection, acquired from the above

Measurements: 162″ x 118″ (approx. 13.5′ x 10′)

Condition Report:
Ends reduced. Low even pile throughout with a nice pliable structure in overall good sturdy condition if not a touch dry; some visibility of the underlying weft/warp structure in a few areas. Professionally conserved over the years with numerous small areas of reweave and restoration – detailed images of these old weavings available upon request. One tiny hole the diameter of a pencil. Carpet is in estate-found condition and has not been cleaned by our shop – it presents with some surface grime and discoloration, but may be brighter if professionally cleaned.