Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet — 1950s | 8'1" × 10'10"

8'1" x 10'10"

$9,580.00

Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet — 1950s | 8'1" × 10'10"

The Laleh

★★★★★ 4.9 STAR SELLER RATING

An heirloom rug from the Heriz collection

Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet — 1950s | 8'1" × 10'10"

$9,580.00

Authentic Vintage

Persian handmade

professionally cleaned

The Vintage Persian Heriz Carpet is a mid-20th-century hand-knotted wool rug that brings architectural geometry and softened tonal contrast into expansive interior spaces. Woven in Persia circa the 1950s, this Heriz carpet features an allover field of serrated leaves and stylized floral arabesques framed by a Turtle Samovar and Herati border—structured, rhythmic, and richly textured in character.

Origin: Persia (Iran)
Age: Vintage, circa 1950s
Type: Large area carpet
Construction: Hand-knotted
Pile: Wool pile
Use: Indoor
Size: 8'1" × 10'10"

Each rug is handcrafted and timeworn. Variations in abrash, weave, and restoration are natural characteristics of vintage handmade rugs and reflect their authenticity rather than defects.

Description

This vintage Persian Heriz carpet features an allover Herati-inspired composition of scrolled serrated leaves, checkered floral arabesques, minor buds, and blossoms. The drawing is structured yet expressive, allowing the eye to move rhythmically across the surface.

The main border combines Turtle Samovar motifs with stylized Herati florals, anchoring the field with architectural strength. Abrash across the ground introduces tonal movement and softness, preventing the geometry from feeling rigid.

The palette is refined and atmospheric—pale dusty blush layered with slate blue, dusty powder blue, cream, antique ivory, oxidized silver, and pale coffee brown. The tones shift subtly in natural light, lending depth and quiet dimensionality.

Laleh is a grounding foundation piece—large in scale yet softened in tone, ideal for interiors that value structure without heaviness.

History

Heriz rugs are woven in northwestern Persia near Mount Sabalan and are known for their bold geometry and durable construction.

Mid-20th-century Heriz carpets frequently employed stylized botanical fields and robust border systems, balancing tribal angularity with workshop refinement.

Vintage Heriz carpets from the 1950s are prized for their structural clarity, substantial wool, and enduring versatility in both traditional and modern interiors.

About the Name

Laleh is the Persian word for “tulip,” a flower long associated with renewal, resilience, and poetic beauty in Persian culture.

The softened blush tones and stylized floral elements across the field echo the tulip’s form—structured yet organic, delicate yet enduring.

Laleh is a piece that balances strength and refinement—architectural in composition, but lyrical in tone.

Materials & Composition

Primary material: Wool
Construction: Hand-knotted
Edges: Original side cord selvages, intact or restored
Foundation: Traditional woven foundation

Condition Details

This vintage Persian Heriz carpet shows even wear down to the knot heads, with faint foundation visibility consistent with age and use.

Most of the original side cord selvages remain intact or have been restored. The sides and ends are fully secured.

The rug has been recently professionally cleaned and is ready for immediate in-home placement.

Care Instructions

Vacuum gently using suction only. Avoid beater bars and rotating brushes.

Use a quality rug pad to improve stability and reduce movement.

Rotate periodically to encourage even wear. For deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with vintage Persian carpets.

FAQ

Is this rug one of a kind?
Yes. Each vintage Heriz carpet is unique in drawing, abrash, and wear pattern.

What interiors does this rug suit best?
This carpet works beautifully in traditional, transitional, and modern interiors that benefit from strong geometry softened by tonal variation.

Is the rug ready for use?
Yes. It has been professionally cleaned and is ready for placement.

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Heirloom rugs (including vintage & antique) are returnable within 3 days of delivery, unless otherwise noted.
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★★★★★ 4.9 STAR SELLER RATING

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ORIGIN STORY

The Heriz Collection

Laleh is a vintage Heriz rug distinguished by bold geometry, structural clarity, and enduring northwestern Persian craftsmanship. Woven near Mount Sabalan in the Heriz region, these carpets are celebrated for their angular medallions, stylized florals, and powerful architectural borders—designs that feel grounded and confident rather than delicate.

Heriz rugs are known for their robust wool, high durability, and distinctive use of contrast, often pairing saturated reds and blues with ivory or neutral grounds. Whether executed in medallion-centered compositions or allover Herati fields, they bring scale, strength, and unmistakable presence to a space. Timeless yet commanding, Heriz carpets anchor interiors with structure and authenticity while remaining versatile enough for both traditional and modern environments.