Pictorial rugs are some of the most over-the-top examples of the artistry, talent and determination needed to design and construct a fine, everlasting carpet.
Portraits of dignitaries, important officials and high-ranking people are also found in antique pictorial rugs. With the same token, weavers also choose to illustrate important scenes from history and literature.
Typifying pomp and circumstance, this Kerman carpet features a royal portrait.
A Kashan rug is made in the city of kashan which is in Isfahan Province in North Central Iran. There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th century. The Persian carpet workshops ceased production in circa 1722 after the Afghan invasion.
Persian carpet production was very minor until the 20th century. Historically, Kashan was a major center in the garment trade. In the late 19th century, the market shifted and the local industry went from fine wool cloth to fine wool carpets. High quality wool was sourced from Sabzevar.
The city of Tabriz is situated in North West Persia and it is one of the largest cities and also the capital in the province of Azerbaijan and was the earliest capital of the Safavid dynasty and it can claim to have been a center of carpet production longer than any other city in Iran. The population comprising of the Azaris, who are the largest ethnic minority in Iran and speak the Turkish dialect. The city is old and has for centuries been a very important trading place and border station. A good Tabriz has a short and rough pile.
Karajah, Heriz, Serapi, Bakshaish. Karaja and Serapi or Bakshaish all are villages in the district of Heriz north west Persia. Since mid-19th century rugs from these area imported to US and European market. This Karaja rug like many other antique rugs antique rugs that used in US has beautiful appeal of colors, they are soft and mute and great attraction to the viewers
Unusual beautiful and colorful Persian Heriz rug, circa 1900, with vegetable dyes and abrash. Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heris, East Azerbaijan in northwest Iran, northeast of Tabriz. Such rugs are produced in the village of the same name in the slopes of Mount Sabalan. Heriz carpets are durable and hard-wearing and they can last for generations. 19th century examples of such carpets are often found on sale by major auction houses in United States and Europe.
Antique Persian Heriz rug, Persia, circa 1920. This remarkable and artistic antique rug, showcases an ornate, multicolored central design. At the heart of the antique Persian Heriz Serapi rug, a many-petaled flower is surrounded by a 12-pointed stellar shape in light and dark blue. Angular stylized flowers stud the navy form and are echoed across the red medallion that encases it. Four ornaments decorate the corners of the medallion, and floral adornments nestle within each tip. A rust red field, brimming with botanical decorations, extends the medallion’s shape.
Produced south of the city of Arak by Armenians in Persia, Lilihan rugs are known for their design. Traditionally designed with a curvilinear lattice with traditional floral motifs these rugs also feature geometric designs. The primary characteristic of Lilihan rugs is the abundant use of pink although khaki and brown ornament the salamander background. Made with a long pile, these rugs are often mid-sized and favored by American tastes. The visually stunning Lilihan rug is a favorite due to its durability, longer pile, and vibrant colors.
The most wonderful color combination which bring a dramatic look the whole carpet. The design and condition of the rug are impeccable.
This remarkable and artistic antique rug, showcases an ornate, multicolored central design. At the heart of the antique Persian Heriz Serapi rug, a many-petaled flower is surrounded by a twelve-pointed stellar shape in light and dark blue and yellow. Angular stylized flowers stud the navy form and are echoed across the red medallion that encases it. Four ornaments decorate the corners of the medallion, and floral adornments nestle within each tip.
