Mahajeran Sarouk Carpet, Early 20th Century

Mahal Sarouk Carpet Rug, 20th century Very unusual green background. Additional Information: Dimensions:12'5" W x 20'1" L Condition: Mint condition

Antique Large Persian Heriz Carpet, Early 20th Century Heriz rugs and carpets were woven in Northwest Persia starting in the Mid-19th Century in response to a great increase in demand for rugs internationally. Prior to that, there were no rugs woven (in Persia) for export that exhibited this stylized drawing of plant and flower forms. The lower knot density and thicker pile became the standard for these rugs, which lent to a less formal aesthetic that remains popular to this day. The use of natural dyes in the Heriz workshops prevailed well into the 20th century, setting them apart from city workshops, which began to embrace synthetic dyes as early as the turn of the century. What was once one of the least expensive...

A wonderful early 20th century Persian Sarouk Mahajeran rug with a wonderful all-over mirrored floral pattern woven in light and dark indigo, cream, and pink on a rich coral backgrou...

A sweet early 20th century Turkish rug with a three floral sections, one with an indigo background, one with a crimson background, and one with a pale green background. All three hav...