Persian carpet, Heriz, 330 x 263 cm.
Origin: Heriz. Measurements: 330 x 263 cm.Material: wool. Knot density: approx. kn/mĀ². With certificate of authenticity and a one year warranty. Condition: As good as new, please see photos. Worldwide shipping with UPS. Professionally cleaned. No.: .The village of Heriz is located just west of Tabriz, in the Persian occupied part of Azerbaijan.Heriz carpets often can be distinguished by their straight-lined designs, a deviation from the traditional arabesques and rolls that are typical of Persian carpet manufacture.A large, central, striped medallion with corners or a full design with highly stylised flower patterns is quite typical.Repeated patterns occur less often.The pile is thick and heavy and the colour scheme is rich and varied.Older Heriz carpets had coloured bases and medallions, usually of indigo.The finer carpets use the "double outline" technique, in which the design of the carpet is separated from the field by two lines in different colours.This type of carpet often is large and durable, which makes it suited for hallways and public areas. The wool is shortened to an average length. The rug is considered to be one of the best of the slightly simpler carpets in all of Persia. Read More