Antique Heriz Persian Medallion Geometric Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB7995 9'6" × 13'2" $43,000

This antique Persian Heriz rug, woven circa 1920 in northwestern Persia, is a hand-knotted wool example of the classic Heriz, Serapi tradition. Its large medallion layout gives the piece immediate presence, while the crisp geometry keeps the composition orderly and balanced.

An ivory ground sets off a coral-terracotta center medallion, framed by deep navy compartments and smaller octagonal anchors that repeat through the field. Light blue and soft pink accents soften the angular drawing, and the open spacing between motifs allows the stylized blossoms and leafy forms to read with unusual clarity.

A dark navy border packed with rosettes and floral meanders encloses the design and reinforces the rug’s architectural character. The result is a Heriz rug with both graphic strength and decorative ease, shaped by durable wool and an age-warmed surface that works beautifully in formal rooms, layered interiors, or any setting that calls for an antique Persian anchor with color and movement.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.