A long-worn corridor of color, this antique Heriz runner dates to the 1880s. A rare survivor from the Qajar-era weaving tradition of Northwest Persia. Woven entirely by hand, its palette has softened through the decades into a tapestry of rusted coral, aged indigo, and golden straw, with vegetal greens now faded like pressed leaves in an old book.

The central medallion unfolds from a midnight blue base, extending outward through symmetrical floral and foliate motifs, framed by a serrated leaf and rosette border. This runner bears a distinctly timeworn patina: heavy abrash, threadbare passageways, and visible wear consistent with nearly 150 years of footfall. Its character is storied and unrepentant. This is a rug that asks to be admired for its age, not in spite of it.

Ideal for a hallway, gallery wall, or layered beneath modern pieces, it brings soul and provenance to any space. Each footstep across this long-format piece feels like a journey into living textile history.

✓ Region of Origin: Heriz, Northwest Iran
✓ Construction: Hand-knotted wool on cotton
✓ Dyes: Natural vegetal dyes with luminous abrash throughout
✓ Pile: Low pile with patina and age-earned texture
✓ Allergy-Friendly: Wool’s natural lanolin resists dust and microbes

Specifications
Dimensions: 3'2" x 9'3" (97 x 282 cm)
Age: Circa 1880s
Style: Tribal Geometric with stepped medallions and floral vines
Condition: Professionally stabilized ends; low, even wear; no holes or tears
Shape: Runner
Suitable Spaces: Hallways, gallery walls, under console tables, or long entries

Care Instructions
Vacuum lightly without beater bar; rotate seasonally; avoid prolonged direct sunlight; professional hand-wash every 3–5 years; rug pad recommended.

Provenance & Notes
U.S.-held vintage/antique inventory. Attribution based on structure, palette, and motif language. Authenticity guaranteed.