Senneh Rug, antique

Persia, 19th century

wool on cotton

200 x 140 cm

condition: very good condition with an even thin pile

 

 Senneh rugs, produced in Northwest Persia, are prized for their fine, delicate design and their distinctive, weaving technique. This highly sophisticated Senneh carpet features a fine medallion design incorporating the Herati pattern, with flowers, vines and Boteh (symbolizing long life and fertility) in the center. This carpet, hand woven around 1880 uses natural dyes in reds, white, blues and yellows and browns, but remains subtle, calm and harmonious. In addition to its beautiful design and harmonious colors, it is the weave that sets it apart. Senneh rugs always have a  precise, crisp, geometric drawing that corresponds to the precision of the weave.

 

Their wonderful use of color and design as well as the outstanding quality of wool and natural dyes make antique Senneh rugs some of the finest produced in Persia outside of royal manufactories. Senneh has a long history of carpet production before commercial companies and exporters entered the market. The carpets of Senneh are unique in their single-weft construction and use of interlaced warps. Even the yarns used in Senneh rugs are of the finest quality and are spun very tightly. The tightly knotted structure produces a very fine and durable surface with a pile that is cut short to highlight the amazing skill of the weaver, making each motif clear and precise.

 

Antique Senneh rugs are tastefully colored, beautifully composed rugs from an era represented by unmatched quality and craftsmanship that is coveted today.