Early 20th Century N.W. Persian Heriz Carpet
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Early 20th Century N.W. Persian Heriz Carpet

Although the majority of Heriz carpets from northwest Persia are in medallion styles, this example employs essentially an overall pattern of large lancet leaves, palmette assemblages and a colorful assortment of rosettes and geometric ornaments. This c.1910 carpet is moderately coarse in weave on an all cotton foundation with naturally sourced colors.
Stock ID: #21441
General Rug Type: Persian Informal
Specific Rug Type: Heriz
Circa: 1910
Ground Color: Navy
Border Color: Red Rust
Origin: Persia
Material: Wool
Weave: Pile - Knotted
Shape: Rectangle
Width: 9' 3" ( 282 cm )
Length: 12' 9" ( 389 cm )
Description
Heriz

The Heriz area in northern Azerbaijan Province (Iran) makes semi-geometric, strongly colored carpets in a variety of sizes from 2’ x 3’ up to 15’ x 26’, usually in medallion design, but formerly in a wide range of overall or centralized layouts. The area has been active for at least two centuries, with production expanding greatly in the late 19th century. Weave is medium to quite coarse but the dyes are excellent and vibrant. Silk rugs were made there in the 19th century, but production ceased by 1910. The Heriz carpet has been the most consistently popular and affordable oriental available for western consumption.

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