Antique Heriz Serapi Medallion Carpet
N°
00019
Period
Circa 1890
Origin
Northwest Persia
Materials
Wool
Status
Available
Size
420 cm x 270 cm13'9" x 8'10"
Distinguished by an ivory background with spandrels embellished by a large ogival rust cartouche containing an hexagonal medallion. Rugs of this type are often termed ‘Serapi’, indicating a finer and older weaving from the Heriz area.