This elegant late-19th-century Persian Sarouk Feraghan carpet is a superb example of one of the most respected weaving traditions of Central Persia. Woven around 1880, it displays the refined artistry that distinguishes early Feraghan carpets from later commercial Sarouks. These carpets are admired for their fine weave, durable hand-spun wool, harmonious vegetable dyes, and graceful blend of village character with sophisticated workshop design.
The carpet is centered by an impressive elongated navy-blue medallion with an ivory centerpiece, resting on a rich terracotta-red field.
Sarouk, a small village and its neighboring villages in northwestern Iran are the source of large numbers rugs imported into the United States. The Sarouk carpet production came into existence around 1880 specifically for the European and North American markets. Before 1920s the Sarouk design was similar to that of the rug weaving centers of Ferahan and Tabriz. Most Sarouk rugs followed a very distinctive design and it depended on floral sprays and bouquets.
Mohajeran refers to another village where rugs are produced.
This exceptional late 19th-century Serapi carpet represents one of the most admired village weaving traditions of Northwest Persia. Distinguished by its bold architectural drawing and refined craftsmanship, the carpet features a commanding geometric medallion set against a rich midnight-blue field, framed by ivory corner spandrels and a beautifully proportioned coral-red border.
A handsome and highly decorative late 19th-century Persian Serapi carpet, circa 1880, distinguished by its spacious drawing, strong architectural medallion, and beautifully softened natural color palette.
The composition is centered by a dramatic deep indigo-blue geometric medallion, surrounded by an expansive ivory ground and framed by warm salmon, coral, and terracotta tones.
Antique Persian Heriz/Serapi, hailing from the Iranian province of Eastern Azerbaijan and the encompassing Heriz region, hold a rich tapestry of history and craftsmanship. The village of Serab, nestled to the south of the Heriz region in North West Persia, is the venerable birthplace of these exquisite rugs.
Serapi, a term often reserved for the most exceptional antique rugs from the Heriz vicinity, has carved out a distinct niche in the world of rug connoisseurs.
An Striking and beautiful antique silk Feraghan rug, depict the king of
Persia from Zoroastrian dynasty ( on very top middle of the rug fallows with three lions and the sun over the lion a sign of Zoroastrian era.). Fallowed with three set of candlesticks and two birds of peace, farther down depict a interesting of two chariots with two angels on top of them and again a row of three different shape of candlesticks fallowed with horses camel birds and guard dogs, chickens and seers.
The borders showing the birds of happiness and beauty.
This great silk rug purchased from Cincinnati estate.
