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Heriz – Northwest Persia Faithful to the traditional style of ancient Heriz Persian rugs, this masterpiece combines bold colours and designs that produce effects of straight and angular movements. The diagonal lines and rigid strokes arranged throughout the area of the rug convey a sense of movement, but not a very fluid or delicate movement. The result is a design that aims to optimize the arrangement of shapes and the connection between the various sections of the rug. The borders in accentuated colours lead the eyes to the centre of this ancient Heriz, where the medallion dominates the central area, acting as a focal point and means of connection between the networks of traces that navigate throughout the carpet. The carpet is clean and ready for use. The ancient Heriz are probably the most popular rugs from this Persian region, with distinctive large-scale motifs and a broad palette of warm colours. In constant and growing demand over the last few decades, they have become scarce and have increased significantly in value and admiration. These ancient Persian rugs are named after the largest city in a district with more than 30 villages in the mountainous area of northwest Persia, 80 km east of Tabriz. The population is of Azeri origin and speaks Turkic languages. The creation of the classic Heriz “diamond square” medallion probably took place in the third part of the 19th century. The weavers of Heriz are credited with being the first in Persia to produce large-sized carpets with nomadic designs. It is believed that enterprising merchants from Tabriz, wanting room-sized Persian rugs for export, showed local weavers the city’s fine rugs and asked them to weave large rugs. The artists of Heriz, skilled in the most spontaneous and angular weaving of tribal origin, adapted these designs from ancient rugs. The result is a wonderfully captivating hybrid, a rustic and charming rug from the villages but with the richness and grandeur of the Persian court. Heriz carpets are known to be durable floor coverings. They have a cotton foundation and wool pile. Heriz weavers also made rugs with a silk foundation and silk pile. The symmetric knot is always employed. The virtues of the antique Heriz rugs can be found in their design and colour. The identity of a Heriz is its large medallion with large corners filled with angular oak leaves and a bold and captivating design. Some designs can be traced back to Anatolia motifs of the 17th century. The famous antique Serapi rugs from the same district tend to be more spacious, while Heriz rugs are more densely designed. The designs include large stylized palmettes, leaves, and vines, with nomadic motifs and ornaments. Some carpets have an allover layout, and others are woven with poetry inscriptions throughout the borders. Other rarely seen shapes include designs of flowers or leaves and, occasionally, the “Tree of Life” motif reminiscent of some ancient Caucasian rugs. Indeed, the ancient carpet makers of Heriz were consummate masters of vegetable dyeing. While Heriz rugs from the last 20-40 years are often chemically dyed, at best using natural and chemical dyes, antique Heriz rugs were made with pure vegetable dyes. When they mature, they reach a wonderful patina. The technique of abrash, an intentional variation within a colour tone, is used masterfully in the best antique rugs from Heriz. The well-developed double or even triple delineation technique distinguishes the best antique rugs from Heriz and creates remarkable strength and depth of colour and design. The best rugs in Heriz have the lustrous wool of the Shahsavan, nomads who reside near the Elbrus Mountains. Later, the wool started to be imported from Tabriz. The wool was always of the highest quality and with a high content of lanolin. The Heriz have a thick and resistant cotton base with well-compacted knots, making their durability well-known. Many surrounding villages adopted the popular designs of Heriz in the last quarter of the 19th century. Generally, the weavings of these villages are grouped as Heriz carpets in the market, but each village is known individually by its name. The most popular villages are Ahar, Bilverdi, Sinsarai, and Bakhshaish. Although their designs were very similar to Heriz's, they all have their own characteristics, easily identifiable by their motifs, colour, and quality. In-home design, Heriz rugs are loved for their versatility. Their geometry complements modern furniture, and their warm colours and artistic depth enhance antiques of all kinds. Their rich colour and design make them a popular choice for corporate environments. Due to their artistic uniqueness and appeal, Heriz Persian rugs are an excellent investment.

Dimensions:

Width: 98.43 in (250 cm)Length: 122.05 in (310 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Wool,Hand-Knotted

Place of Origin:

Iran

Period:

Early 20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1900

Condition:

Repaired: Professionally repaired.

Seller Location:

Barueri, SP, BR

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU9788239477852

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Antique Heriz Carpet

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