Decorative Soft Color Large Size Persian Heriz Design Antique Indian Amritsar Rug, Country It Was Woven In: India, Circa / Weaving Date: 1900 – A large size classic Persian Heriz or Serapi rug design provides the point of departure for this elegant and reserved antique Indian Amritsar carpet. A grand geometric anchor type medallion design, corner pieces emitting jutting vines and palmettes dominates the field, with the bold angular drawing comparable to those seen is best of Persian area rugs from the Heriz area.
But unlike the famed antique Persian carpets, with such designs, this antique Indian Amritsar area rug does does not incorporate any of the vibrant color palette of reds and blues that we usually see. Rather, it displays a subdued palette of gentle mauve, cocoa, tan, and gold in field and border alike, which makes it a first-rate decorative carpet. This leads us to conclude that this was a bespoke custom made area rug. Someone probably saw the design in a Persian rug and requested that this rug be made in the specific size and colors that they wanted for their new home.
If you are looking for more classically designed and quite beautiful antique area rugs but want a more soft and decorative color palette then this rug is will make a phenomenal choice. It features such a classic old world historic design pattern but the colors make it look and feel as though it was created to stay lock and step with our current interior design styles and fashions. A timeless antique area rug that is sure to enhance but not take away from its surroundings, this magnificent larger size antique Indian Amritsar rug, with its Persian Heriz / Serapi style design and soft decorative colorations will be sure to make any room in your home so much more interesting, inviting and of course – far more beautiful.