This striking vintage Persian Heriz runner, woven in the second quarter of the 20th century, features a classic geometric medallion design set on a deep antique-red field. Five bold diamond-shaped medallions, each in a unique color combination, fill the runner with rich and rare shades of green — an uncommon and highly desirable feature in Heriz weaving. The vibrant red field is perfectly complemented by a beautifully abrash border in tones of gray and blue, adding subtle contrast and depth while highlighting the hand-dyed, artisanal nature of the piece.
Heriz rugs, woven in the village of Heriz and surrounding towns of the Azerbaijan region in Northwest Persia, are among the most recognized and beloved antique Persian carpets in the world. Distinguished by their bold geometric medallions, their warm brick-red and ivory palettes, and the exceptional durability of their double-wefted construction, Heriz rugs have furnished the grand rooms of Europe and America since the late 19th century. The finest early examples — particularly those designated Serapi, woven in the 19th century villages north of Heriz — are among the most actively collected antique rugs in the world today.
Dimensions: 3' 2" x 10'
Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Persia (Heriz region)
Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes
