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Serapi Carpet, North-west Persia, Circa 1880, 3.75m X 3.00m
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Serapi Carpet, North-west Persia, Circa 1880, 3.75m X 3.00m

19th century
Sold 27 February 2026 · Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
This “Serapi Carpet, North-west Persia, Circa 1880, 3.75m X 3.00m” found a buyer.

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Description

The origin of 19th century Serapi carpets is quite obscure. We know they were woven in Persian Azerbaijan, but it is often difficult to attribute more precisely a town or weaving centre. That is most certainly the case with this beautiful carpet, although the weave and execution of the design suggest that it was woven in a village setting rather than in a workshop. Noteworthy features include a very subtle range of natural colours, including a delightful pale salmon pink, light blues, taupe, and undyed camel's wool which features in the medallion and anchors. Note also, the absence of a dark blue, seen more often than not in Serapi carpets. This gives the impression of a very light and delicate palette. Please look at the archaic drawing of the medallion and ivory spandrels, and the graphic beauty of the earthy grey stylised floral border. Note too the difference between the widths of the long borders and end borders, another clear indication of a village setting as the origin of this piece. Given its age, this carpet is in generally good condition with even pile throughout. There has been some minor restoration, professionally executed in our workshop. Professionally cleaned. This carpet is a great room-size, and would be a wonderful complement to many types of decorative settings.

Date of Manufacture

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs has dated this Antique Persian Carpet to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
375cm (147.64")
Width
300cm (118.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1173687
Dealers Internal Reference
SH309
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Description
The origin of 19th century Serapi carpets is quite obscure.
“
We know they were woven in Persian Azerbaijan, but it is often difficult to attribute more precisely a town or weaving centre.
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

That is most certainly the case with this beautiful carpet, although the weave and execution of the design suggest that it was woven in a village setting rather than in a workshop. Noteworthy features include a very subtle range of natural colours, including a delightful pale salmon pink, light blues, taupe, and undyed camel's wool which features in the medallion and anchors. Note also, the absence of a dark blue, seen more often than not in Serapi carpets. This gives the impression of a very light and delicate palette. Please look at the archaic drawing of the medallion and ivory spandrels, and the graphic beauty of the earthy grey stylised floral border. Note too the difference between the widths of the long borders and end borders, another clear indication of a village setting as the origin of this piece. Given its age, this carpet is in generally good condition with even pile throughout. There has been some minor restoration, professionally executed in our workshop. Professionally cleaned. This carpet is a great room-size, and would be a wonderful complement to many types of decorative settings.

Date of Manufacture

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs has dated this Antique Persian Carpet to the 1880s.

Height
375cm (147.64")
Width
300cm (118.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173687
Dealers Internal Ref
SH309
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles from the east and europe. We work with interior designers, clients an.

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A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Serapi Carpet, North-west Persia, Circa 1880, 3.75m X 3.00m

Archive II A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View II
Archive III A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View III
Archive IV A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View IV
Archive V A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View V
Archive VI A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View VI
Archive VII A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View VII
Archive VIII A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View VIII
Archive IX A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View IX
Archive X A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View X
Archive XI A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View XI
Archive XII A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View XII
Archive XIII A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View XIII
Archive XIV A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View XIV
Archive XV A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border. View XV
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Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
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A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border.
Serapi Carpet, North-West Persia, Circa 1880, 3.75m x 3.00m
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A large antique Persian Serapi carpet featuring a central geometric medallion on a terracotta field with ivory spandrels and a dark blue border.
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  • ObjectCarpets and Rugs
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian Village
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourTerracotta
  • MotifsGeometric medallion, Herati border, Stylised palmettes, Abrash colour variation
  • SizeH 375 cm (148 in) x W 300 cm (118 in)

Serapi carpets originate from the Heriz region in North-West Persia, traditionally woven by village weavers in the late 19th century, known for their larger-scale geometric designs compared to fine city carpets.

These carpets are hand-knotted using handspun wool on cotton foundations, typically employing symmetrical Turkish knots and dyed using natural vegetable dyes like madder root and indigo.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the irregularities in hand-spun wool, natural colour variations known as abrash, the quality of the foundation, and structural knot density.

An antique rug anchors contemporary spaces by adding texture, historical depth, and warmth, working effectively when contrasted with minimalist furniture or layered in eclectic schemes.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without rotating brushes, professional hand-washing by specialists, and protection from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading.
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