Antique Persian Heriz Rug With Geometric Medallion in Red & Blue - Rug & Kilim

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This antique 7x10 Persian Heriz rug originates from Persia circa 1920-1930. Hand-knotted in wool, it features sharp tribal geometries, a … Read more This antique 7x10 Persian Heriz rug originates from Persia circa 1920-1930. Hand-knotted in wool, it features sharp tribal geometries, a rust-red medallion, and a beautifully aged polychromatic patina.

On the Design:

Connoisseurs will note the classic visual command of this rug, standing as a quintessential and highly honored example of Northwest Persian weaving. It beautifully embodies the celebrated hallmark of Heriz craftsmanship: a rectilinear geometric design plan. This durable wool naturally dictates the rug's structural command, requiring the weavers to ingeniously translate fluid floral patterns into bold, blocky, and authoritative right angles.The symbolism woven into this canvas is as profound as its architecture. At the absolute core sits a monumental, multi-tiered starburst medallion. This central eight-pointed star is a powerful ancient motif representing spiritual radiance, the sun, and divine protection. Radiating outward into the sweeping, striated rust-red field, rigid vine networks and stylized palmettes serve as stylized representations of the tree of life and earthly abundance. In the outer diagonal spaces, grand, multi-stepped corner spandrels in contrasting ivory and soft sky blue sweep forcefully inward. In Persian weaving tradition, these corner brackets symbolize the "gates of paradise" or the heavens looking down upon the earthly red center, creating a breathtaking visual and spiritual counterpoint across the floor.

Framing this profound interior is a deeply saturated midnight-blue primary border, featuring the iconic Heriz turtle, also known as, “samovar” motif. This repeating sequence of geometric rosettes flanked by heavy, serrated leaves represents the eternal cycle of life, water, and cosmic continuity. Over the course of a century, the natural vegetable dyes have gently oxidized into a magnificent, time-mellowed patina. The warm terracotta reds, crisp ivories, and electric blues now possess a brilliant, unified luster. With all its presence, this carpet adds historic authenticity and an uncompromising gravity, making it a deeply honor-worthy choice for traditional libraries, rustic mountain estates, or upscale transitional entryways.

**Condition: **

This antique Persian Heriz rug is in good condition for its age and origin. See less