Antique Heriz Rug

19th century

Sold by Farnham Antique Carpets

Description

As near to being in perfect condition as an antique rug can be! An antique Heriz rug of the highest order, very rare to find one in perfect pile, with no repairs. Symmetry is not always on a weavers mind, but the artistry of weaver is exceptional. The four ivory corner spandrels are really beautiful with amazing greens, they sit wonderfully in proportion with the star medallion, with subtle vines and leaf designs at either end. With stunning early dyes from the late 19th century, the deep reds tones with pinks and

The larger border design is often known as the so-called "turtle" pattern, which has probably been derived from the interlacing arabesques that appeared in rugs at least as early as the beginning of the 15th Century. The rosette and attendant leaves between adjacent “turtles” show the other ancient 'Herati' pattern. Which has been stylised from two fish swimming around a water-lily over the centuries. A rare deep sage green border as well, more often a border would be dark blue or red.

A wonderful antique rug, full of charm and depth of colour. Purchased from a private collector, used on the floor for many many years but very much loved and looked after. It is ready to be used again for another 100 years.

Please request a home visit below to arrange a convenient day and time for us to visit you with this special antique Heriz rug. We have 30 years experience helping customers and interior designers find the ideal carpet or rug.

Physical Dimensions

Height

190cm (74.80")

Width

140cm (55.12")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1125768

Dealers Internal Reference

11596

Dealers Notes

Farnham Antique Carpets are specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners. Varying from antique tribal rugs woven in the Caucasus to classical Persian carpets dating from the mid 19th century to the early 20th century.

As members of the BADA - The British Antique Dealers Association and LAPADA - The Association of Art & Antique Dealers we adhere to strict guide lines as affiliated members and pride ourselves on maintaining its high standards. We exhibit at the BADA fair in Chelsea, London every March and the LAPADA Fair in Mayfair, London every September.

Description

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The four ivory corner spandrels are really beautiful with amazing greens, they sit wonderfully in proportion with the star medallion, with subtle vines and leaf designs at either end.

Farnham Antique Carpets

With stunning early dyes from the late 19th century, the deep reds tones with pinks and

fig 1. Antique Heriz rug — fig 1. Antique Heriz Rug

The larger border design is often known as the so-called "turtle" pattern, which has probably been derived from the interlacing arabesques that appeared in rugs at least as early as the beginning of the 15th Century. The rosette and attendant leaves between adjacent “turtles” show the other ancient 'Herati' pattern. Which has been stylised from two fish swimming around a water-lily over the centuries. A rare deep sage green border as well, more often a border would be dark blue or red.

fig 2. Antique Heriz rug — fig 2. Antique Heriz Rug

A wonderful antique rug, full of charm and depth of colour. Purchased from a private collector, used on the floor for many many years but very much loved and looked after. It is ready to be used again for another 100 years.

fig 3. Antique Heriz rug — fig 3. Antique Heriz Rug

Please request a home visit below to arrange a convenient day and time for us to visit you with this special antique Heriz rug. We have 30 years experience helping customers and interior designers find the ideal carpet or rug.