Vintage Persian Heriz "Royal Palmette" Grand Carpet (Circa 1940s)
Bring the bold, architectural beauty of the Persian Northwest into your home with this magnificent 1940s Heriz. Renowned as the "Iron Rugs of Persia," Heriz carpets are celebrated for their incredible durability and their unique ability to blend tribal geometric strength with sophisticated floral artistry. This grand-scale piece is a true statement maker, perfect for anchoring a primary living space or a formal dining room.
Why It’s Unique
This Heriz is distinguished by its oversized focal elements and a remarkably diverse, multi-tonal palette.
Dramatic "Palmette Finial" Medallion: The rug features a massive central medallion flanked by oversized palmette finials. These large-scale motifs create a powerful visual axis, providing a sense of grandeur and structure that fills a large room with ease.
Geometric Arabesque Field: The ground is a rich tapestry of geometric arabesques, sharp serrated leaves, and delicate blossoms. This "covered" field design ensures there is no empty space, offering a dense and captivating landscape of Northwest Persian symbolism.
Iconic Turtle Samovar Border: The main border showcases the classic "Turtle Samovar" motif—a symbol of long life and hospitality—interwoven with elements of the Herati design. This intricate frame adds a layer of traditional sophistication to the rug's bold tribal heart.
A Painterly Color Spectrum: The palette is exceptionally wide. Beyond the foundational cherry red and navy blue, you’ll find vibrant emerald green, mallard green, and cobalt blue, softened by dusty blush, gold, and powder sky blue. This variety makes the rug incredibly easy to pair with a wide range of fabric and wall colors.
Condition & Heritage
This 1940s vintage carpet has been professionally cleaned and is ready for immediate in-home use. It displays a beautiful "distressed" elegance, with areas of varying pile height, knot heads, and foundation showing through—a texture highly sought after by designers for its authentic, lived-in feel.
Note: As an authentic antique textile, it features minor historical wear, including a minor loss to one corner and one end. The sides and ends are fully secured, and most original side cord selvages remain intact or have been expertly restored to ensure the rug remains a durable centerpiece for decades to come.
Product Details
Dimensions: 7'9" x 10'10"
Origin: Hand-knotted in Persia (Heriz region)
Circa: 1940s Vintage
Motif: Oversized Medallion with Palmette Finials
Colors: Cherry red, cobalt blue, emerald green, dusty blush, and gold
