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SKU #: KR21204
Traditional
Pictorial
Hand Knotted
Primary color is Black. Colors in this rug include: Red, Ivory, Coral, Navy, Aqua, Multi .
Wool
0.25
Heriz
Iran
Geometric
New
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Hand-knotted in the Heriz tradition of northwestern Iran, this wool carpet works in the bold geometric language that has made Heriz rugs among the most recognized and collected of all Persian regional styles, with a strong central medallion in red built from angular, rectilinear forms that expand outward across a deep black field. What makes this particular piece especially interesting is its pictorial quality, scattered across the black field alongside the geometric framework are small stylized figures, birds, animals, and human forms rendered in red, coral, ivory, and navy, a folk tradition within Heriz and surrounding village weaving that adds to the rug a narrative layer beyond its structural design. The medallion system is anchored at the center and extends into corner pieces that mirror the main composition, filling the field with connected geometric forms so that the eye moves continuously through the pattern. The ivory border carries its own repeat of stylized botanical and geometric units in red and navy, and a red outer border with a complementary repeat frames the whole piece cleanly at the edges. Vegetable dyes account for the depth of the black ground and the warmth of the red and coral tones, colors that have developed real character and evenness over decades of age. As a Persian style area rug, it brings heritage-inspired pattern, soft wool texture, durable hand-knotted construction, and timeless design to living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, or formal interiors.
Story Behind the Art: Heriz rugs are woven in the mountainous area of northwestern Iran near Tabriz and are celebrated for bold artistry, strong structure, and outstanding durability. Made with robust local wool naturally rich in lanolin, these hand-knotted rugs have a resilient texture that allows them to serve beautifully for generations. Their signature design is the dramatic angular medallion, large, geometric, and commanding, surrounded by stylized leaves and strong motifs that radiate across the field. Deep reds, indigos, ivory, and earthy shades give Heriz rugs a powerful architectural presence. Admired for both practical strength and visual impact, they remain timeless examples of Persian village weaving and work equally well as durable floor coverings or statement pieces in refined interiors.










