79673 Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 11'10 x 15'00.
The Imperial Crest: A Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Noble Grandeur
This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug, woven in the Late 19th Century, is a commanding expression of the stately elegance that has made Heriz carpets enduring icons of aristocratic interiors. Born in the storied weaving villages beneath Mount Sabalan in northwest Persia, this extraordinary masterpiece carries the unmistakable authority of the great village workshops whose rugs once graced manor houses, diplomatic salons, and collector estates. Its bold geometry, architectural composition, and cultivated palette confer a sense of permanence and prestige, making it an heirloom worthy of the most distinguished settings.
At the heart of the exceptional composition rests a magnificent navy blue and red octofoil medallion, a heraldic centerpiece that radiates ceremonial gravitas. Within the medallion, one can discern a finely articulated central rosette, symbolizing cosmic harmony and spiritual balance, surrounded by angular palmettes, lotus-derived blossoms, and stylized foliage. The rosette acts as the symbolic heart of the rug—an emblem of eternity and order—while the surrounding florals evoke abundance, sovereignty, and the flourishing of life. The medallion’s stepped geometry lends it the presence of an architectural crest, a visual insignia of status and cultivated taste.
The crimson-red field unfolds in a dense tableau of palmettes, rosettes, serrated leaves, flowering vines, and angular botanical sprays, each drawn with the powerful rectilinear language that defines the finest Heriz weavings. These iconic motifs carry rich symbolism: lotus and palmette forms speak to immortality and royal lineage, tulip-like blossoms signify prosperity, and leaf forms suggest renewal and endless regeneration. The composition is further animated by protective tribal emblems and branching elements reminiscent of the Tree of Life, creating a layered symbolic landscape where strength, growth, and continuity converge. The elaborate sky-blue corner spandrels, outlined in navy serrated acanthus, introduce a luminous counterpoint, adorned with stylized florals, foliage, and striking red Saz leaves, whose sweeping, flame-like forms symbolize vitality, noble power, and movement.
Encasing the stunning field is a richly drawn Herati border, one of the most revered motifs in Persian weaving, traditionally associated with the concept of the water garden and the cyclical abundance of nature. The rosettes and leaf forms within the border suggest a formal paradise enclosure, while the double guard borders lend a refined architectural cadence. This exquisite work of art offers far more than decoration—it bestows lineage, stature, and historical resonance upon a room. Perfect for interiors spanning English Country House, Jacobean, Baroque, Old World, and curated contemporary spaces, it is a rare statement of connoisseurship and timeless distinction.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 11'10 x 15'00.
- Pile Height: 0.19 of an inch.
- Date: 1890's. Late 19th Century.
