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Antique Ivory Persian Dragon Serapi Heriz Carpet

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90004 Antique Ivory Persian Dragon Heriz Rug, 08'03 x 10'06. An extraordinary artifact of Persian textile heritage, this hand-knotted wool antique ivory Dragon Heriz rug is not merely a furnishing—it is a legacy preserved in fiber. Woven by master artisans in the shadow of Mount Sabalan over a century ago, this one-of-a-kind masterpiece embodies the artistic spirit of a region revered for its preeminent rug weaving traditions. Reserved for the elite of its time and rarely seen in this condition today, the rug’s continuous allover design—rich with angular motifs, symbolic figures, and ancient geometry—tells a story older than empires. This is a piece crafted not for the marketplace, but for the salon of a connoisseur, where its rarity becomes a statement of cultivated taste and historical discernment. The ivory field, luminous and aged to perfection, forms a serene backdrop against which a visual symphony of stylized blossoms, abstract talismans, and sacred dragon motifs unfurls. Each hand-spun strand of wool carries a whisper of symbolic weight—floral medallions for rebirth, latticework for protection, and the dragon itself, the mythical guardian of abundance and virtue. The signature motifs flow with sculptural rhythm, their placement a study in both cultural reverence and compositional mastery. Woven with exceptional skill and poise, the rug radiates the sort of nuanced opulence reserved for pieces with both artistic and spiritual provenance—making it not only a visual treasure but a soulfully symbolic one. The palette is an alchemy of classic Persian colorwork—deep crimsons, inky blues, glints of gold and rose—balanced against the tranquil restraint of the ivory ground. This harmonious blend of jewel tones and soft earth shades achieves more than aesthetic beauty; it reflects the scarcity of natural dyes and the patience required in the aging and preparation of each hue. Framed by a magnificent turtle vine scroll border, with finely rendered geometric guard bands, the rug achieves a tailored elegance rarely found in the wild and emotive world of antique tribal rugs. This is not merely décor—it is a relic of refinement, a high-end heirloom imbued with the prestige of time. Whether placed in a grand salon, a refined library, or a gallery-like entryway, this Dragon Heriz transforms its surroundings with understated power. It invites the eye and commands the imagination, infusing any interior with heritage, mystique, and social cachet. For the collector who values rarity and reveres craftsmanship, this is not just an acquisition—it is a philanthropic gesture toward cultural preservation. To own such a rug is to inherit its story, to continue its legacy, and to signal a lifestyle rooted in elegance, excellence, and the timeless power of beauty made by hand. Rendered in variegated shades of ivory, beige, red, navy blue, brown, gold, sky blue, green, tan, pink, and cerulean with other accent colors. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 08'03 x 10'06. Pile Height: 0.35 of an inch. Date: 1920's. Early 20th Century.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 99 in (251.46 cm)Length: 126 in (320.04 cm)
  • Style:
    Heriz Serapi (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920-1929
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 90004 Antique Ivory Persian Dragon Heriz Rug, 08'03 x 10'061stDibs: LU942940909152

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