Is There Really Such a Thing as a Serapi Carpet?

Learning the Difference Between antique Heriz Rugs and Serapi Carpets What is the difference between Heriz and Serapi carpets? To answer that question in two words would be to say - "The Name". Both Serapi and Heriz rugs come from the city of Heriz and surrounding areas. At some point in time, dealers began using the term "Serapi" to be able to distinguish between the older and more tribal / open designed Heriz carpets from the "newer" more structured examples. So in all actuality, every single Serapi is also a Heriz, but not visa versa. In general, since the Serapi rugs are older, rarer, more tribal and artistic (for the most part) they will tend to cost more that the "regular" Heriz carpets. Naturally there are exceptions to the rules. You can learn more about and at the end of the day, a good antique carpet dealer will never steer you wrong. What rug you buy and how much you pay , is as important as the antique rug dealer you chose to work with.

Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Bakshaish Rugs

Geometric Antique Serapi, Heriz, Bakshaish Rugs from Persia

Antique Serapi Rugs Heriz Carpets and Persian Bakshaish Carpets – The carpets of northwest Persia are in a class of their own. Prized for their strong geometric style, fine construction and rich colors, the carpets of Heriz, Serapi and Bakshaish are regional cousins that share mutual origins.

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Casual Elegant Ivory Antique Rustic Persian Serapi Rug 71959
Size: 9 ft 10 in x 12 ft 9 in (3 m x 3.89 m)

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Tribal Ivory Cream Background Antique Blue Medallion Pattern Persian Heriz Serapi Rug 43714
Size: 9 ft x 12 ft 9 in (2.74 m x 3.89 m)

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Beautifully Luxurious Fine Antique Persian Silk Heriz Masterpiece Rug 71939
Size: 8 ft 4 in x 12 ft 6 in (2.54 m x 3.81 m)

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Rare Antique Rustic Ivory Background Tribal Geometric Medallion Design Persian Heriz Serapi Rug 49321
Size: 11 ft x 12 ft 6 in (3.35 m x 3.81 m)

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Brown Neutral Classic Heriz Serapi Design Antique Indian Amritsar Area Rug 43217
$22,500.00 Size: 9 ft 10 in x 12 ft 4 in (3 m x 3.76 m)Purchase

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Stunning Tribal Geometric Anchor Medallion Design Antique Persian Room Size Serapi Rug 71384
$36,500.00 Size: 8 ft 9 in x 12 ft 2 in (2.67 m x 3.71 m)Purchase

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Antique Red Medallion Persian Heriz Rug 72873
$9,500.00 Size: 8 ft 9 in x 12 ft 1 in (2.67 m x 3.68 m)Purchase

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Classic Antique Ivory Persian Serapi Rug 49352
Size: 9 ft 2 in x 12 ft 1 in (2.79 m x 3.68 m)

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Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug 73063
$36,500.00 Size: 10 ft x 12 ft (3.05 m x 3.66 m)Purchase

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Rustic Antique Casual Elegant Persian Tribal Serapi Geometric Area Rug 72002
$29,500.00 Size: 8 ft 7 in x 12 ft (2.62 m x 3.66 m)Purchase

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Tree Of Life Design Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug 70874
$36,000.00 Size: 9 ft 1 in x 12 ft (2.77 m x 3.66 m)Purchase

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Room Size Ivory Antique Serapi Persian Rug 49353
Size: 9 ft 9 in x 12 ft (2.97 m x 3.66 m)

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Tribal Room Size Coral Color Antique Geometric 19th Century Persian Serapi Rug 49326
Size: 9 ft 10 in x 12 ft (3 m x 3.66 m)

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Tribal Geometric Antique Persian Heriz Area Rug 73159
$15,500.00 Size: 10 ft 5 in x 11 ft 10 in (3.17 m x 3.61 m)Purchase

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Rustic Jewel Tone Bold Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Medallion Rug 71982
$22,500.00 Size: 9 ft 9 in x 11 ft 9 in (2.97 m x 3.58 m)Purchase

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Red Geometric Allover Tribal Design Antique Persian Heriz Rug 71386
$16,500.00 Size: 9 ft 2 in x 11 ft 8 in (2.79 m x 3.56 m)Purchase

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Square Light Blue Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug 49656
$38,500.00 Size: 11 ft 4 in x 11 ft 8 in (3.45 m x 3.56 m)Purchase

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Tribal Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug 73214
$28,750.00 Size: 10 ft 2 in x 11 ft 7 in (3.1 m x 3.53 m)Purchase

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Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug 73153
$22,500.00 Size: 7 ft 10 in x 11 ft 7 in (2.39 m x 3.53 m)Purchase

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Signed Antique Persian Serapi Area Rug 71770
$29,500.00 Size: 9 ft 7 in x 11 ft 6 in (2.92 m x 3.51 m)Purchase

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Rare Rustic Tribal Geometric 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Room Size Medallion Rug 71468
Original price was: $42,500.00.Current price is: $34,000.00. Size: 9 ft x 11 ft 6 in (2.74 m x 3.51 m)Purchase

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Rustic Allover Tribal Design Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug 73055
$15,500.00 Size: 9 ft 4 in x 11 ft 5 in (2.84 m x 3.48 m)Purchase

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Antique Red Geometric Medallion Persian Heriz Rug 72874
$9,500.00 Size: 8 ft 7 in x 11 ft 4 in (2.62 m x 3.45 m)Purchase

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Rustic Ivory All Over Antique Tribal Persian Bakshaish Rug 71958
$26,500.00 Size: 8 ft 8 in x 11 ft 3 in (2.64 m x 3.43 m)Purchase

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Andrew Karam

a month ago

Twenty or so years ago my father gave me a beautiful antique Persian rug - after so many years (and kids and pets) it needed some TLC, so I brought it to Nazmiyal. I just picked it up today and - wow! They got the stains out entirely and the entire rug is brighter; they also made some repairs - it's back in my living room and looks fantastic, and the bill was lower than I'd expected. Overall it was a great experience - the people are wonderful, the work was perfect, and I saw so many beautiful rugs at their store that I found myself wishing for a larger apartment. Next time I need any work done on a rug, or find an open bit of floor I know where I'll be heading.

Raven Ziegler

4 years ago

It is always a delight going to the Nazmiyal showroom. This Qashqai is one of several purchases made over the years, and mom is truly enjoying it. Jason and the staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They listen to the customeru2019s needs. When I go to the showroom, it is like visiting my family because we have the same appreciation for the textile arts.nnOriental carpets are a rare discipline to be educated in, because you canu2019t go to a university to have certain types of training and experience, such as knowing the cultures and processes of carpet weaving. Jason has such a refined eye that he can distinguish a good rug from a great rug, and that knowledge is offered to the customer to elevate their point of view.nnComing here has been an initiation into a world of culture, art, and beauty which has sustained me, and for that I am grateful.

Emmy C.

Loved my runner rug purchase from Nazmiyal. Love the ability to purchase, try and return if it didn't work out! I had it shipped to California and everything worked out beautifully!

Paul Rousseas

a year ago

NAZMIYAL is the best source for antique and vintage rugs and carpets. Staff is extremely knowledgeable, Jason himself is an amazing dealer who handpicks each and every piece in his stunning collection and is happy to educate the consumer, not just make a sale. I always trust his experience and great eye for all my spaces!

Chelsea Phillips

I had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Nazmiyal. I was very impressed by their selection, the quality of their beautiful carpets, and their extremely reasonable prices. Really I cannot say enough about how helpful everyone at the gallery was - especially Omri, work with him if you can! - and how happy I am with my new antique rug. Five stars, highly, highly recommended!