Antique Coral Heriz Serapi Persian Geometric Medallion Hand Knotted Wool Pile Rug
| Stock number | 20932 |
| Size | 9 ft 6 in x 12 ft 3 in (2.90 m x 3.73 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Heriz Serapi |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Coral / Salmon / Pink |
| Pattern | Geometric, Medallion |
Antique Coral Serapi Persian Geometric Medallion Hand Knotted Pile Rug, Country of Origin: Iran Persia, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional example of 19th-century weaving hails from the mountainous regions of Northwest Iranian Persian rugs. Serapi pieces are highly prized for their robust construction and distinct aesthetic, often featuring bold, graphic designs that distinguish them from other courtly styles. The commanding central medallion dominates the field, executed in a striking palette of coral, oxidized madder red, and deep indigo blue, set against a contrasting ivory ground. The use of natural dyes ensures a rich, variegated patina, highly sought after in genuine antique rugs. This piece exhibits the characteristic open field and powerful scale associated with the finest examples of the genre.