This exquisite vintage Persian Tabriz area rug from the early 1900s features a striking Heriz-Serapi inspired pattern — a bold geometric composition that draws on the great tribal-urban hybrid weaving tradition of Northwest Persia. A large ivory medallion adorned with intricate motifs in pink, yellow, turquoise, royal blue, and red commands the rich brick-red field, creating a vivid contrast that enhances the dynamic, energetic palette.
A deep navy border elegantly frames the entire design, providing a strong visual anchor for the lively central composition. The Heriz-Serapi aesthetic — characterized by large-format geometric medallions, bold angular forms, and confident primary colors — represents one of the most beloved and enduring design vocabularies in the entire Persian rug tradition. This Tabriz interpretation brings the technical precision of the city's finest workshops to a design format of great decorative power. Tabriz, the ancient capital of Persian Azerbaijan and one of the great trading cities of the Silk Road, has been a center of carpet weaving for centuries. The city's workshops produce rugs of extraordinary technical precision and design sophistication — ranging from the classical floral medallion compositions of the great 19th century masters to the bold geometric and Mahi patterns for which Tabriz is equally celebrated. Tabriz rugs are among the most recognized and sought-after Persian carpets in the world.
Dimensions: 4' 6" x 6' 1"
Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: NW Persia (Tabriz region)
Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes