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No Reserve — Antique Serapi Rug, Northwest Persia, circa 1880

Size: 6 ft 2 in x 4 ft 5 in (1.88 m x 1.35 m)

Provenance: Property of a French collector

A striking small-format Serapi distinguished by the bold geometric character and commanding visual presence associated with the finest village carpets of northwest Persia. Serapis are typically encountered in substantially larger rooms, making this intimate format particularly appealing to collectors. The strongly articulated drawing, contrasting color relationships, and vigorous execution give the rug an architectural quality far beyond its scale. The rug belongs to the celebrated Heriz-Serapi tradition, prized for combining the spontaneity of village weaving with the formal balance of classical Persian carpet design. Please contact our rug experts at auction@nazmiyal.com or call us for any questions you may have at 212.545.8029. Please note that all lots are sold "AS IS. " Condition reports are given as a courtesy to our clients and shall not be deemed as a guarantee of the lot's condition, quality, and authenticity. The absence of a condition report does not imply the item is in perfect condition.