What characterises an antique Heriz rug?

Heriz rugs originate from Northwest Iran and are distinguished by geometric central medallions, broad angular spandrels, and dense wool construction. Typically produced from the late nineteenth century through the early twentieth century, these carpets feature bold stylized motifs and natural dyes.

What materials are traditionally used in Heriz carpet weaving?

Traditional Heriz carpets feature a hand-knotted pile crafted from thick wool, spun onto a sturdy cotton warp and weft foundation. Local water supplies used during wool processing historically imparted high resilience to the fibres.

How can an authentic antique Heriz rug be identified?

Authentic Heriz rugs display irregular hand-knotted backing patterns, geometric central medallions with angular framing, and tonal colour variations known as abrash. A flexible cotton backing without synthetic rubber backing further confirms traditional handwoven construction.

How do you style an antique Heriz rug within a modern interior?

A Heriz rug functions as a foundational anchor beneath a sofa or dining table, providing geometric structure and rich tone to neutral spaces. Combining the rugs angular motifs with clean-lined contemporary furniture creates balanced visual contrast.

How should an antique wool carpet be maintained?

Vacuum regularly using a suction-only setting without a rotary brush bar to avoid disturbing hand-knotted fibres. Clean spills immediately with a damp cloth, and rotate the carpet annually to ensure even wear and light exposure.

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Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

1900 - 1920

For Sale by Yolanda Gray Antiques

Description

Summary

• Item: Persian Heriz Rug

• Circa: 1910

• Provenance: Heriz, Persia

• Period: Edwardian

• Size: 6ft 6” long x 4ft 4” wide

• Material: Hand dyed wool

• Pile: Thick & tight

• Three prominent defined borders

• Colours: Red, light & dark blues

• Mellow vibrant colours

• Large central medallion

• Hand-knotted

• Woven on a loom

• Suitable for high traffic

• Good original condition

• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*

• 14-day Free UK returns

This is a fine quality antique Edwardian Persian Heriz Rug, measuring 6ft 6” long by 4ft 4” wide, believed to be from the Heriz area in Persia, displaying mellow red, light & dark blue colours, with a large central medallion, on a symmetrical patterned background, circa 1910, in good original condition.

The natural hand-dyed sheep’s wool, was made by tribesmen and has been hand-spun before being constructed on a woven loom. The Persian Heriz Rug displays three borders, geometric in design, with a detailed symmetrical floral motif patterned background on a large medallion centre, flanked by a symmetrical pattern in each corner and finished with a small fringe to both ends.

The Persian Heriz Rug boasts incredible detail, displaying natural mellow colours of red, light & dark blue; a pleasing overall effect. With a thick and tightly knotted pile, it makes it suitable for high traffic areas.

Condition Report

This is a fine quality antique Edwardian Persian Heriz Rug, measuring 6ft 6” long by 4ft 4” wide, believed to be from the Heriz area in Persia, displaying mellow red, light & dark blue colours, with a large central medallion, on a symmetrical patterned background, circa 1910, in good original condition. Good mellow vibrant colours. There are no holes or stains. With a thick and tightly knotted pile, it makes the rug suitable for high traffic areas. This Persian Heriz Rug is ready to use.

Price:

The price for this item is £1,450, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and free 14-day returns.

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands.

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode.

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

1.5cm (0.59")

Width

132cm (51.97")

Depth

197cm (77.56")

Declaration

Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this Persian Heriz Wool Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1075611

Dealers Internal Reference

105277

Dealers Notes

Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.com

Description

Summary

• Item: Persian Heriz Rug

• Circa: 1910

• Provenance: Heriz, Persia

• Period: Edwardian

• Size: 6ft 6” long x 4ft 4” wide

• Material: Hand dyed wool

• Pile: Thick & tight

• Three prominent defined borders

fig 1. An antique rectangular Persian Heriz wool floor rug featuring a central blue geometric medallion on a terracotta red field, surrounded by a dark blue border. — fig 1. Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

• Colours: Red, light & dark blues

• Mellow vibrant colours

• Large central medallion

• Hand-knotted

• Woven on a loom

• Suitable for high traffic

• Good original condition

• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*

fig 2. An antique rectangular Persian Heriz wool floor rug featuring a central blue geometric medallion on a terracotta red field, surrounded by a dark blue border. — fig 2. Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

• 14-day Free UK returns

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The natural hand-dyed sheep’s wool, was made by tribesmen and has been hand-spun before being constructed on a woven loom.

Yolanda Gray Antiques

The Persian Heriz Rug displays three borders, geometric in design, with a detailed symmetrical floral motif patterned background on a large medallion centre, flanked by a symmetrical pattern in each corner and finished with a small fringe to both ends.

fig 3. An antique rectangular Persian Heriz wool floor rug featuring a central blue geometric medallion on a terracotta red field, surrounded by a dark blue border. — fig 3. Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

The Persian Heriz Rug boasts incredible detail, displaying natural mellow colours of red, light & dark blue; a pleasing overall effect. With a thick and tightly knotted pile, it makes it suitable for high traffic areas.

fig 4. An antique rectangular Persian Heriz wool floor rug featuring a central blue geometric medallion on a terracotta red field, surrounded by a dark blue border. — fig 4. Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

Condition Report

This is a fine quality antique Edwardian Persian Heriz Rug, measuring 6ft 6” long by 4ft 4” wide, believed to be from the Heriz area in Persia, displaying mellow red, light & dark blue colours, with a large central medallion, on a symmetrical patterned background, circa 1910, in good original condition. Good mellow vibrant colours. There are no holes or stains. With a thick and tightly knotted pile, it makes the rug suitable for high traffic areas. This Persian Heriz Rug is ready to use.

fig 5. An antique rectangular Persian Heriz wool floor rug featuring a central blue geometric medallion on a terracotta red field, surrounded by a dark blue border. — fig 5. Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

Price:

The price for this item is £1,450, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and free 14-day returns.

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands.

fig 6. An antique rectangular Persian Heriz wool floor rug featuring a central blue geometric medallion on a terracotta red field, surrounded by a dark blue border. — fig 6. Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode.

fig 7. An antique rectangular Persian Heriz wool floor rug featuring a central blue geometric medallion on a terracotta red field, surrounded by a dark blue border. — fig 7. Antique Edwardian 6ft 6” by 4ft 4” Persian Heriz Wool Red & Blue Floor Rug (Circa 1910)

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA.

Ref. 105277