Antique Persian Heriz BB8410 10'0" × 12'1" $35,000

This antique Persian Heriz rug dating back to circa 1920 beautifully captures the essence of its mother-town craftsmanship. Its main field, filled with traditional tribal symbols, carries a bold medallion grid with palmettes, angular leaves and floral motifs. It is embraced by a multiple border where flowering meanders, herati pattern, medallions and angular vines are the main theme. The color palette consists of beige, blue, green, pink, red and navy.

Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heris, East Azerbaijan in Northwest Iran, northeast of Tabriz. Such rugs are produced in the village of the same name in the slopes of Mount Sabalan. Heriz carpets are durable and hard-wearing and they can last for generations.