{"product_id":"abbas-vintage-persian-senneh-kilim","title":"Vintage Persian Senneh Kilim — 1950s | 4'4\" x 6'10\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"pl-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAbbas\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vintage Persian Senneh kilim woven circa the 1950s, its field covered in a precise diamond lattice of stylized rose motifs on a deep navy ground. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/persian-rugs\"\u003eFlat-woven in Northwest Persia\u003c\/a\u003e, this Senneh kilim is fully reversible, with the pattern showing identically on both faces—a hallmark of the region's fine tapestry-weave technique. Part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/kilim-rugs\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eKilim collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it pairs crisp, disciplined weaving with a warm, romantic color story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== QUICK SUMMARY (INTENT-LED) ===== --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pl-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Senneh, Northwest Persia (Iran)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, circa 1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flatweave Kilim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-woven, flatweave (weft-faced plain weave)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool on cotton foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4'4\" x 6'10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach rug is handcrafted and unique. Slight variations in dye saturation and weave are natural characteristics of vintage handmade kilims and reflect authenticity rather than imperfection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pl-hr{\n    border: 0;\n    border-top: 0.7px solid currentColor;\n    opacity: 0.2;\n    margin: 12px 0;\n  }\n  @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark){\n    .pl-hr{ opacity: 0.85; }\n  }\n\n  details.pl-row{ margin:0; padding:0; }\n\n  summary.pl-row-summary{\n    list-style:none;\n    cursor:pointer;\n    display:flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    justify-content:space-between;\n    gap:14px;\n    padding:0;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n  summary.pl-row-summary::-webkit-details-marker{ display:none; }\n\n  .pl-row-title{\n    margin:0;\n    padding:0;\n    line-height:1;\n    letter-spacing:0.02em;\n    text-transform:none;\n    font-weight:400;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-icon{\n    font-size:22px;\n    line-height:1;\n    font-weight:200;\n  }\n  .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"+\"; }\n  details[open] \u003e summary .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"−\"; }\n\n  .pl-row-content{\n    padding:12px 0 14px;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-content ul{\n    margin:0;\n    padding-left:18px;\n    line-height:1.7;\n  }\n  .pl-row-content li{ margin:6px 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abbas features an allover diamond lattice of stylized rose motifs, each bloom rendered with crisp, geometric precision typical of Senneh weaving. The field is framed by an elaborate multi-band border combining tulip and heart motifs, chevrons, and diamond guard stripes—a layered border system characteristic of fine Persian kilims. For more on motifs like these, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eguide to common rug motifs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is rich and romantic: deep navy grounds the field, set against rose pink, cranberry red, sage green, ivory, and denim blue across the pattern and borders. Because kilims are flat-woven rather than knotted, the design reads with equal clarity and vibrancy on both the front and reverse. Explore more Senneh pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/best-rug-styles-for-collectors#senneh\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eguide to the best rug styles for collectors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4'4\" x 6'10\", the Abbas suits entryways, kitchens, layered floor moments, or as a lightweight, reversible piece for rotating seasonal decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- HISTORY --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenneh, in Northwest Persia, is renowned for producing two distinct and equally prized weaving traditions: exceptionally fine knotted pile rugs, and equally fine flat-woven kilims. Senneh kilims are distinguished by a tapestry-weave technique of remarkable precision, producing crisp, geometric patterning and a fully reversible finish rarely matched by other kilim-weaving regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoven circa the 1950s, the Abbas reflects this tradition at a high level of craft, with a dense floral repeat and confident, layered bordering. Browse more pieces from this collection in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/kilim-rugs\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eKilim collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- ABOUT THE NAME --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eAbout the Name\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbbas\u003c\/strong\u003e means \"austere\" in Arabic. This was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's uncle, and was also borne by a son of Ali, the fourth caliph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name reflects the rug's underlying discipline—a flatweave technique that, for all its color and floral abundance, depends on an exacting, unadorned structural precision beneath the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbbas captures the Senneh kilim tradition at its finest: rigorous in construction, generous in pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- MATERIALS --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Composition\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-woven, flatweave (weft-faced plain weave)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural dyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage condition, excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- CONDITION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCondition Details\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition throughout, with vivid, well-preserved natural dyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally washed and treated, and individually inspected prior to offering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady for immediate in-home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- CARE --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum gently using suction only, on both sides if rotated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause kilims are lightweight and reversible, they benefit from a non-slip pad to prevent shifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlot spills immediately with a clean cloth. For deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with flat-woven Persian textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\" style=\"margin-bottom: -1.7em;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\" style=\"margin-top: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a knotted rug or a kilim?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Abbas is a genuine flatweave kilim—hand-woven, not hand-knotted, with no pile. This is what allows the design to appear identically on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this rug one of a kind?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Vintage Senneh kilims like the Abbas are unique in drawing, dye variation, and hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it reversible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. As a true flatweave, both sides display the pattern with equal clarity, giving you two looks in one rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Rugs \u0026amp; Vintage Kilims\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"material\" content=\"Wool\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"productionMethod\" content=\"Hand-woven\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"origin\" content=\"Senneh, Northwest Persia (Iran)\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rugistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47045668110519,"sku":"1513","price":1150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/7703\/8007\/files\/abbas-1.jpg?v=1784060921","url":"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/products\/abbas-vintage-persian-senneh-kilim","provider":"Leonidas Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}