Vintage wool area rug in a traditional Persian design
A sumptuous, hard wearing 100% pure new wool oriental style rug in contrasting rich elegant jewel tone colours. The design and colours are understood to be characteristic of the Heriz/ Serapi region of North west Persia - traditional, simplified, flowing natural shapes combined in an intricate design with a geometric medallion at its centre. This antique rug is perfect for adding colour and warmth to any plain floor, carpet, wooden or tiled. Suitable for use in any room from lounge or dining room to bedroom, office, study or even conservatory. Compliments every décor from classic to shabby chic. Brand - Super Imperial. (comparable to Louis De Poortere) Material - 100% Pure New Wool – very durable, suitable for heavy traffic, easy to clean Dimensions - Length: 360 cm not including broad fringes on each side. Width: 274cm Depth of pile - 6mm approx. Finish - Whipped/bound length edge and luxurious 5cm deep natural cotton fringe at top and bottom. All in excellent condition. Design - Antique Heriz inspired pattern in traditional rich colours: The districts of Heriz (sometimes known as Serapi) and Bakshaish in northwest Persia have always stood out for their aesthetically appealing antique designs characterised by strong geometric patterns and rich colours. Colours - Regal terra-cotta reds, clear persian blues, emerald greens and creamy accent colours are synonymous with the Heriz region’s unmistakable coloration. Condition - Used rug from pet free no-smoking home. Good clean and sound condition including its original tassels. Flat rectangular shape. Unfaded. No, rips, marks or colour runs. Some areas of wear as shown in the photos. Construction - Tightly machine-woven high quality broadloom Wilton Manufactured - Made in Belgium - Woolmark logo indicates possibly mid ’s. Reason for sale - Inherited. Reluctant sale because our home is not spacious enough to o justice to it. Local pickup only - from London SE249LT Cash on collection Smaller, similarly Belgian machine manufactured modern 100% wool Persian style rugs are currently being offered for sale in John Lewis at over £500. Read More