Fine Antique Heriz Persian Rug Carpet with Serapi Colors c. 1910-30
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This is a fine and large antique Heriz rug with a wonderful color palette and very striking low
Wool
Sold|$2,800
Antique Persian Heriz Rug Circa 1910
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Excellent condition full pile made in Iran. 8.3x10.10 Circa 1900
Wool
1910 Antique Hand Knotted Persian Heriz Rug, Rust and Gold, Deal
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a genuine hand knotted oriental rug. It is not hand tufted or machine made rug. Our entire
Wool
Sold|$36,000
Brown Antique Heriz Serapi Carpet, Pink Tones
Located in New York, NY
in green, salmon, sand and buff. The weave is of the superior Serapi grade.
Wool
1910 Antique Persian Heriz Rug All Over Design Rust and Navy
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
antique carpet. This handcrafted Persian Heriz all-over design, is an authentic even wear oriental rug
Wool
Sold|$22,500
Early 20th Century Serapi Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic early 20th century Persian Serapi rug with a traditional large-scale stylized floral
Wool
1910's Persian Heriz Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
79273 Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 07'11 x 10'06. This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug is
Wool
Sold|$5,900
Early 20th Century Heriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An amazing early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with a large central multi-lobed floral medallion
Wool
Sold|$14,500
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold and beautiful early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with a large central stylized floral
Wool
Sold|$8,900
Unusual Early 20th Century Heriz Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with twenty-one stylized floral medallions woven in
Wool
Sold|$1,150
Antique Heriz sampler Tree and Life Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Measures: 3.4" x 4.9". Antique Heriz sampler tree and life rug. A good example of tree and life
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Handmade Wool Oriental Rug, Red and Blue
Located in Port Washington, NY
Heriz carpets are the staple of the furnishing market and remain the most popular of all NW Persian
Wool
1910s Red Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Soft Pile and Clean
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
antique carpet. This handcrafted Persian Heriz excellent condition is an authentic circa 1910 hand knotted
Wool
Sold|$875
Shabby Chic Persian Heriz Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century authentic Persian Heriz Rug. We love the natural wear on this rug because it
Wool
Sold|$7,500
Spectacular Antique Heriz Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
its colors and the same statement goes for this rug. Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of
Wool
Sold|$9,300
Bold and Colorful Heriz
Located in Evanston, IL
This Heriz carpet has distinct color combination and bold geometric designs. Heriz rugs are
Wool
1910s Antique Persian Heriz Handmade Oriental Rug - 8'6" x 10'3" All Over Design
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
knotted red antique Persian Heriz, it is an original pure wool oriental rug. This exclusive piece has been
Wool
Heriz Antique Rug; Red, Blue, & Beige - 5 x 9
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique Heriz carpet is a true masterpiece of Persian rug weaving. The rich ruby red
Wool, Cotton
Sold|$1,950
Early 20th Century Heriz Runner
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Persian Heriz runner with a bold indigo, emerald and taupe floral pattern on
Wool
Sold|$5,850
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
all over design with geometric motives. Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heris, East
Wool
Sold|$7,900
Brilliant Early 20th Century Heriz Karaja
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful and brilliant early 20th century Persian Heriz rug with multiple geometric and floral
Wool
1920 Antique Persian Karajeh Heriz Runner Rug, Eagle Kazak Design
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a genuine hand knotted oriental rug. It is not hand tufted or machine made rug. Our entire
Wool
Sold|$15,999
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet
Located in Port Washington, NY
Heriz carpets are the staple of the furnishing market and remain the most popular of all NW Persian
Wool
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Carpet ( 9' x 11'9" - 275 x 358 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Carpet ( 9' x 11'9" - 275 x 358 )
Wool
Gorgeous Persian Heriz Carpet, Geometric, Red Field, Blue Outer Field
Located in New York, NY
A bottle green octogramme medallion enclosing a buff sub-medallion, is set on the natural madder rust field enlivened with geometric leaves, flowers and palmette pendants on stalks. ...
Wool
Colorful Antique Persian Heriz Runner with Five Geometric Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Geometric Medallion Heriz antique runner from Persia in a variety of colors, rug gng-4769, country
Wool
Bold Medallion Design Antique Persian Heriz Runner in Red and Blue Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Persian Heriz antique gallery rug with Sub-geometric medallion design in colorful tones, rug gng
Wool
Sold|$12,500
Early 20th Century Sparta Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful massive early 20th century Turkish Sparta rug a traditional Serapi pattern containing a
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Carpet with Stylized Central Medallion in Warm Hues of Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent antique Persian Heriz carpet from the early 20th century bears an exquisite design
Wool
Sold|$1,250
Antique Northwest Persian Sampler Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Antique samplers or Wagireh rugs – The wagireh or sampler is perhaps the most enigmatic of carpets
Wool
Outstanding Early 20th Century Ghashghaei Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding early 20th century Persian Ghashghaei rug with a stunning pattern containing three
Wool
Sold|$6,000
Antique Runner from Northwest Persia
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Northwest Persian runner featuring a motif typically found in Persian Heriz
Wool
Colorful Persian Antique Karajeh Runner in Blue and Brown
Located in Atlanta, GA
Karadjeh runner with Multi-Medallion design from Persia, rug PR-1094, country of origin / type
Wool
N.W. Persian Runner with Geometric Florals in Red, Ivory, Cream, Blue and Salmon
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Northwest Persian runner features a deep blue background flanked by multiple sand-colored and red borders. The elegant, all-over design in the field consists of a free-flowing p...
Wool
Sold|$1,530
Antique Heriz Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Heriz rug made in Persia circa 1910's vintage. Size
Wool, Cotton
Antique Heriz-Serapi Persian Carpet with Geometric Medallion in Red and Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Heriz-Serapi Persian Carpet with Geometric Medallion rug/n15-0203, origin/turkey This
Wool
Sold|$4,950
Magnificent Antique Heriz Runner
Located in Evanston, IL
. Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heris, East Azerbaijan in northwest Iran, Northeast of
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz Rug with Bold Medallion and Rich Allover Floral 8'5 x 11'5
Located in Atlanta, GA
11'5. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/B25-0101, country of origin / type: Iran / Heriz, circa 1910. An
Wool
Sold|$4,000
Antique Serapi Runner, circa 1910s
Located in New York, NY
Serapi rugs are a high grade of Heriz weaving's. The well abrashed soft madder red nearly open
Wool
Long Antique Heriz Runner with Geometric Medallions in Brown, Blue, Pink & Taupe
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent Heriz runner from the early 20th century bears an exquisite design rendered in
Wool
Antique Persian Karaja or Serapi, Geometric, Navy and Rust, Wool, 1910
Located in Williamsburg, VA
This is a handsome antique Persian Karaja. These rugs also known as an antique Heriz or Serapi
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz All-Over Light Blue No Medallion Wool, Room Size, 1910
Located in Williamsburg, VA
An uncommon and gorgeous Persian Heriz with a light blue background decorated with a salmon color
Wool
Antique Persian Heriz, Geometric Design, Runner 2-11x9-7, Wool, 1910
Located in Williamsburg, VA
This is a great example of a Persian Heriz hallway runner. Small Heriz rugs are very hard to find
Wool
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran (modern-day Persia) has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
Although they have many imitators, real Persian rugs are made only in Iran and are easily recognized by their vibrant colors and elegant patterns.
Traditional, or antique, Persian rugs are what most people identify as “authentic.” Hand-made, they are very durable and, if properly cared for, can be passed down from generation to generation. Modern Persians, on the other hand, are often machine-made. Today’s carpets, Iranian or otherwise, can’t possibly match the level of craftsmanship that prevailed centuries ago, so historical Persian carpets will always be admired and highly valued.
Although the machine-aided production process is much faster and cheaper, the resulting rugs typically do not have the same quality or lifespan as handwoven ones, so traditional options are considered better investments.
To distinguish between the two, look for imperfections. Because traditional Persian rugs are handwoven, you will likely see small flaws on the front and back. With a machine-made imitation, on the other hand, you will probably not find stitching glitches, and the back will have a mesh or plastic covering.
Antique rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool, silk or cotton — never synthetic fibers. The fibers used in antique rugs are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk. Regarded as works of art, Persian rugs can take months or years to complete.
The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns.
When shopping for vintage Persian rugs, you'll want to consider color, size and more — for a history of these rugs and tips on how to style yours, visit our guide to these woven creations today.
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