A late 19th-century antique Persian Serapi carpet from the 1890s, The piece measures approximately 10’6″ × 14’3″ (per the seller listing) — a comfortable formal-room proportion suited to generous dining and living rooms.
The composition centers on a red-toned medallion design, the hallmark layout of the Serapi tradition. Serapi is the trade name applied to the highest-quality antique carpets produced in the Heriz weaving district of northwestern Persia in the late 19th century. Authentic Serapis are recognized for clear, geometric medallion drawing, generous open-field spacing, and subtle vegetable-dye color palettes that have made them perennially in demand among collectors and decorators.
Hand-knotted wool. Authentic one-of-a-kind antique.
At a glance
· Origin: Persia (Iran), Heriz district · Period: 1890s · Construction: Hand-knotted wool
· Type: Serapi · Dimensions: ~10’6″ × 14’3″
· Ground color: Red · Design: Medallion · SKU: 3862