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283 X 391cm Antique Fine 'Serapi' Heriz Carpet
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283 X 391cm Antique Fine 'Serapi' Heriz Carpet

19th century
Sold 2 December 2024 · James Cohen Antique Carpets
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Possibly one of the greatest 'Serapi' carpets I have found in a while. The extra fine knotting quality does wonders for the drawing, you can see here just how elegant the design is. A large, powerful, midnight blue medallion floats on blood red background with ivory corners and a similar red border. Throughout are highlights of highly abrashed greens and light blues. Sadly worn quite heavily over one half but I still think there is a great deal of positive energy and decorative appeal about this rug. Not really possible to repair but in any case, with light use and an underlay it can still last many more years. The weave is extremely tough and durable, again, thanks to the extra fine and tight weave and it is priced accordingly. A good condition carpet of this level would be much more than double the price- if you can find one.

9'3" x 12'10"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Serapi Carpet to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
391cm (153.94")
Width
283cm (111.42")
Reference Numbers
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SA985981
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Possibly one of the greatest 'Serapi' carpets I have found in a while.
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The extra fine knotting quality does wonders for the drawing, you can see here just how elegant the design is.
James Cohen Antique Carpets

A large, powerful, midnight blue medallion floats on blood red background with ivory corners and a similar red border. Throughout are highlights of highly abrashed greens and light blues. Sadly worn quite heavily over one half but I still think there is a great deal of positive energy and decorative appeal about this rug. Not really possible to repair but in any case, with light use and an underlay it can still last many more years. The weave is extremely tough and durable, again, thanks to the extra fine and tight weave and it is priced accordingly. A good condition carpet of this level would be much more than double the price- if you can find one.

9'3" x 12'10"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Serapi Carpet to the 1870s.

Height
391cm (153.94")
Width
283cm (111.42")
Reference Numbers
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SA985981
James Cohen Antique Carpets
James Cohen Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2021

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles 16th-19th centuries

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Archive I An antique Serapi Heriz carpet featuring a large central geometric medallion on a red and cream field with intricate floral and botanical borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

283 X 391cm Antique Fine 'Serapi' Heriz Carpet

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An antique Serapi Heriz carpet featuring a large central geometric medallion on a red and cream field with intricate floral and botanical borders.
283 x 391cm Antique Fine 'Serapi' Heriz Carpet
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  • ObjectRugs & Carpets
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsGeometric medallion, Herati border, Stylised floral motifs, Corner spandrels
  • SizeH 391 cm (154 in) x W 283 cm (111 in)

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Serapi carpets are a fine, highly sought-after subclass of Heriz rugs originating from the Heris region of northwest Persia, traditionally characterised by geometric medallions and a more spacious, balanced design than standard Heriz carpets.

These pieces are traditionally hand-knotted using handspun highland wool on a cotton foundation, utilising natural vegetable dyes derived from madder root, indigo, and other organic sources.

Authentication involves examining the hand-knotted foundation, irregularities in the symmetrical geometric motifs, the quality and patina of the natural vegetable dyes, and the specific knot density typical of nineteenth-century northwest Persian weaving.

An antique carpet can ground a contemporary room by adding textural contrast and historical depth, often paired with clean-lined modern furniture to let the complex geometric patterns stand out as a focal point.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without beater bars, professional hand-washing by specialists in textile conservation, and avoiding direct, prolonged exposure to strong sunlight to protect the natural dyes.
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