19th Century Heriz Serapi Rug from Iran

An extraordinary, authentic late 19th century Persian Heriz Serapi rug. Measures: 11'3'' x 15' The Serapi rug can be traced back to the beginning of Persian handmade rug production in 5,500 B.C., but it was not until the mid-19th century that Persian rugs began to be exported around the world. Before these rugs became an export item, they were used only in the villages in which they were produced. Mellow colors and more minimal pattern distinguish the Serapi from other members of the Heriz family. Original Serapi rugs were created in the villages of Serapi, Sarab, Ahar, Heriz and Gorevan. Older Heriz...

An outstanding late 19th century Persian Serapi rug with the most beautiful central medallion with a stylized floral and leaf pattern woven in wonderful and brilliant crimsons, light...

An amazing 19th century Persian Serapi rug with a wonderfully bold large-scale tribal pattern with a central crimson lobed floral medallion with a light indigo, sage green, and natur...

A 19th century Persian Heriz rug with central diamond medallion amidst a field of flowers, surrounded by an intricately woven contrasting floral border.

An incredible mid-19th century Persian Serapi rug woven by a highly skilled master weaver! The central medallion is diamond in form with a deep indigo field. In the centre of the fie...

A late 19th century Persian Serapi rug with large intricate central floral medallion on a brown and crimson background surrounded by a complementary floral border.