Vintage Persian Heriz "Pomegranate Pinwheel" Grand Estate Carpet (Circa 1950s)
Infuse your home with the geometric splendor of Northwest Persia with this striking 1950s Heriz carpet. Measuring an expansive 9'5" x 12'9", this "Grand Estate" rug is perfectly suited for large-scale architectural spaces. Heriz carpets are the perennial favorite of interior designers for their "iron-like" durability and their ability to bridge the gap between traditional heritage and modern, clean-lined aesthetics.
Why It’s Unique
This Heriz is distinguished by its regal quatrefoil orientation and a rare botanical border.
Quatrefoil Medallion Architecture: The centerpiece is a monumental medallion featuring quatrefoil end-detailing. Anchored by oversized palmette finials, this design creates a powerful vertical axis that elongates the room and provides a sophisticated focal point.
The "Pomegranate Pinwheel" Border: Truly a standout feature, the main border utilizes a "pinwheel" top-view design inspired by the pomegranate—a Persian symbol of abundance and fertility. This is intertwined with a meandering vine and a partial reciprocating Herati leaf motif, offering a level of border detail rarely seen in standard village weavings.
Luminous "Olive & Blush" Accents: While grounded in a classic, vibrant cherry red, this rug features a unique supporting cast of colors. The use of pale olive green, dusty blush, and sky blue against a field of antique ivory creates a fresh, garden-like luminosity that softens the bold geometric lines.
Geometric Vinery: The "covered" field is a tapestry of geometric blossoms and vines, ensuring that every square inch of the rug possesses visual depth and hand-knotted texture.
Condition & Artisan Quality
Hand-knotted in the 1950s, this rug has been preserved with the care required for a high-end estate textile. It offers a "low-profile" aesthetic that is highly practical for the modern home.
Sleek Vintage Patina: The rug exhibits even wear across to the knot heads, with a faint, beautiful "shadowing" of the foundation showing through. This creates a sought-after vintage patina that feels authentic and allows furniture to sit perfectly level.
Expertly Restored: To maintain its visual impact, the red field may have undergone localized professional touch-ups. The rug has been recently professionally cleaned and is showroom-ready.
Structurally Robust: With side cord selvages intact or restored and all ends fully secured, this nearly 75-year-old masterpiece is prepared for decades of daily use in high-traffic areas.
Product Details
Dimensions: 9'5" x 12'9"
Origin: Hand-knotted in Persia (Heriz Region)
Circa: 1950s Vintage
Motif: Quatrefoil Medallion with Pomegranate Pinwheel Border
Colors: Cherry red, pale olive green, sky blue, blush, and antique ivory
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