Heriz Persian Antique Allover Floral Brick Red Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB7203 10'8" × 17'9" $48,000

This antique Persian Heriz rug, circa 1920, is hand-knotted in wool and rooted in the village weaving tradition of northwest Persia. Its allover floral layout is set against a brick-red field, giving the carpet a warm, grounded presence with the bold character collectors associate with Heriz weaving.

Rather than relying on a single medallion, the composition unfolds in mirrored layers of angular palmettes, serrated leaves, and stylized blossoms. Cream reserves, navy blue outlines, and sage-green accents sharpen the geometry, while the crest-like forms at the center and along the axis create a steady visual rhythm across the field.

A softly worn ivory border frames the dense interior with smaller rosettes and vine work, offering relief from the richly patterned center. The result is a Persian antique rug with tribal energy and formal balance, well suited to interiors that call for warmth, structure, and decorative authority.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.