Antique Heriz Persian Rug — 390 × 145 cm, Wool & Silk

Overview

A Heriz from Iran, measuring 390 × 145 cm. The covered area is about 5.66 m² (12.8' × 4.8'). Heriz rugs usually carry a bold, angular central medallion.

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool, silk. Construction method: hand-knotted. Pile height is given as approx. 8 mm. Weight is given as ap. 12 kg.

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. At this size it anchors a living room as the central surface.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². In the mid range the pattern stays clearly legible without making the rug delicate.

Colour and appearance

Colour is recorded as red and orange. Handmade rugs always show slight colour shifts from knot to knot — that is a mark of hand work, not a defect.

Age

Stated age: antique. As an antique piece, condition should be judged against its age.