Charming Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug, Country of origin: Perisa, Circa date: 1920 – This authentic antique Persian Heriz rug features the beauty and intricacy of 19th and early 20th century craftsmanship. The luxurious wool used for this rug is harvested from sheep who live atop the mountains in the Persian region. The mountains sit atop a copper deposit which filters into the water source for the sheep and is laced into their wool. This makes the material very resilient and able to withstand many years of use in high traffic areas.
The distinctive antique rug design combines the styles of Heriz and Serapi, named for the regions in Persia in which they were developed. The center medallion, a classic Serapi feature, is blended with the tighter and more intricate design pattern of the Heriz style to create a unique and rare tapestry. The designs fill the rug from edge to edge with dimension and intricacy, the result of several years of delicate and fastidious weaving.
A deep red with hues of blue and white, the wool for this antique Persian Serapi rug features the craftsmanship of using resources native to the Persian region to color the fabric. Indigo plants, madder root, and chamomile were used to give the vibrant jewel tones that compliment one another beautifully in this tapestry. The red-orange backdrop for the intricately woven designs is indicative of the time period in which it was created when this tone was especially favored. The lack of exact color symmetry throughout the rug is yet another hallmark of its hand woven quality.
In line with the tradition of featuring tribal designs, this Persian Heriz Serapi rug blends medallion shaped designs with distinctive floral patterns. While the entire space of the rug is filled with shape and color, each design is easily discerned and not overcrowded. During transitions from pattern to pattern there is evidence that the weaver slightly adjusted the image from its mirror on the opposite side, lending to the charm and uniqueness of the antique Persian rug.
