Heriz / 14765

This Heriz antique rug in wool measures 3' 0" x 11' 3" and carries the bold, architectural rhythm associated with the Heriz tradition. A red field is animated by deep blue medallions, ivory outlines, and stepped geometric ornament, while the navy border frames the composition with steady contrast. The surface shows low distress and a softened hand, giving the design a settled, lived-in presence. Circa 1885 - 1900, it balances strength and restraint, with colour shifts that read as natural age rather than loss. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.