This stunning repeating medallion Serapi rug displays the bold geometry and spacious design sensibility that define the most desirable weavings from the Heriz region of northwest Persia. Set against a luminous ivory field, a rhythmic sequence of angular, stepped medallions in warm camel and terracotta tones runs the length of the carpet, creating a powerful sense of movement and symmetry. The spacious ground is animated by an intricate network of stylized rosettes, latch-hook motifs, and geometric botanical elements rendered in rich hues of indigo, rust, soft blue, and ivory. Framing the composition, a saturated teal-blue border filled with expressive tribal ornaments provides a vivid contrast that enhances the clarity of the central design. The rug’s large scale, crisp drawing, and harmonious yet energetic palette embody the enduring appeal of Serapi carpets, combining monumental presence with refined decorative complexity.

• Dimensions: 134 x 222 in;  (11 ft 2 in x 18 ft 6 in)

• Style: Serapi (Of the Period)

• Materials and Techniques: Wool, Hand-Knotted, Hand-Woven

• Place of Origin: Iran

• Period: Late 19th Century

• Date of Manufacture: 1890