A striking silk Heriz Carpet
North West Persia, mid to late 19th century
the central indigo blue cusped medallion on a cream ground with outward scrolling madder palmettes interlaced with floral vines ending flower motifs, within a rich madder border of scrolling foliate design,
178cm x 140cm
Footnotes:
Please note that this lot is subject to the US embargo on the import of carpets of Iranian origin as of 06.08.2018
This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TP
TP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.

Pile: Pile is in good condition with very minor wear to the centre as one would expect commensurate with age and use. Pile colours are good. Some small repairs and minor surface dirt in places.
Selvedges: Selvedges are possibly original with some fraying and snagging of threads in places, there are small repairs to both edges.
Ends: Some small repairs to the both sides where there has been some encroachment and wear however there is no encroachment into either outer border, fringes are good with very minor wear and losses.