If the Oushak tradition represents the soft, painterly side of Oriental rug design, the Heriz Serapi represents its bold, architectural counterpart. Where Oushak rugs are open and floral, Heriz rugs are structured and geometric — built around a powerful central medallion that commands the room with the authority of a great painting. This hand-knotted traditional Heriz Serapi wool rug in 8×10, woven in rich green and red, is one of the most striking expressions of that tradition available today.

The Heriz region of northwestern Iran has been producing rugs of extraordinary quality for centuries. Heriz Serapi rugs — named for the village of Serapi within the Heriz district — are among the most prized in the world, known for their bold geometric designs, their exceptional durability, and their ability to improve with age. A Heriz Serapi rug in rich green and red is not simply a floor covering. It is a statement of taste, knowledge, and permanence.

Full view — Rich Green & Red Heriz Serapi 8×10

The Heriz Serapi Tradition — Six Centuries of Geometric Mastery

The Heriz weaving tradition dates back to the 15th century, when the region’s weavers developed a distinctive geometric vocabulary that set their rugs apart from the more curvilinear designs of other Persian centres. The Heriz style is characterised by its bold, angular medallion — a central motif that radiates outward with geometric precision, surrounded by a field of complementary geometric forms and a series of structured borders that frame the composition with architectural authority.

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