Heriz

(Posted on 01/10/22)

This Persian rug is made in the town of Heriz in north-west Persia and in a number of outlying villages stretching to Tabriz. Despite the proximity to Tabriz, Heriz rugs possess an appearance and character that is unmistakably their own. The dominant composition is based on a huge angular medallion, set against a field of geometrically stylized floral forms, within a framework of echoing, and inwardly decorated corners. This scheme is usually colored in either strong or slightly muted shades of brick red, burnt orange, and occasionally deep blues, with ivory, yellow ochre and paler reds and blues providing the secondary hues. At its best it is one of the most powerful Persian decorative schemes. The price range is low to medium/high.