{"product_id":"esmat-antique-persian-senneh-kilim","title":"Antique Persian Senneh Kilim — 1920s | 3'8\" x 5'1\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"pl-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEsmat\u003c\/strong\u003e is an antique Persian Senneh kilim woven circa the 1920s, built around a classic center medallion set within concentric overlays rendered in stepped relief. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/persian-rugs\"\u003eFlat-woven in Northwest Persia\u003c\/a\u003e, this Senneh kilim is highly intricate, with fantastic contrast and a strong sense of implied movement across the field. Part of our \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/kilim-rugs\"\u003eKilim collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it showcases the tradition's precision at its most graphic and refined.\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 Antique, circa 1920s\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\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 3'8\" x 5'1\"\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 antique 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 aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Esmat is built around a classic center medallion, layered with concentric overlays woven in stepped relief—a technique that creates a strong sense of dimension and implied movement despite the flatness of the weave. The result is a highly intricate composition with fantastic contrast throughout. For more on medallion motifs and design vocabulary like this, see our \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\"\u003eguide to common rug motifs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is refined and warm: ivory, navy blue, camel, sand, pale saffron, and a hint of pale blush. Because kilims are flat-woven rather than knotted, this contrast reads with equal clarity on both the front and reverse. Explore more Senneh pieces in our \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/best-rug-styles-for-collectors#senneh\"\u003eguide to the best rug styles for collectors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 3'8\" x 5'1\", the Esmat suits entryways, layered floor moments, or as a striking, lightweight accent in smaller rooms.\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 aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenneh, in Northwest Persia, is celebrated for both its exceptionally fine knotted pile rugs and its equally prized flat-woven kilims, distinguished by a tapestry-weave technique of remarkable precision. Senneh kilims are known for crisp, geometric patterning and a fully reversible finish, with stepped medallion compositions like this one showcasing the weaver's control over contrast and implied dimension within a flat structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoven circa the 1920s, the Esmat reflects this tradition at its most technically accomplished. Browse more pieces from this collection in our \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/kilim-rugs\"\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 aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsmat\u003c\/strong\u003e is an alternate transcription of the Arabic name Ismat, meaning purity, chastity, or modesty, and is also the standard Persian transcription of the same name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name reflects the rug's refined, understated palette and the quiet discipline of its construction—a piece whose intricacy reveals itself gradually rather than announcing itself all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsmat captures the Senneh kilim tradition at its most precise: pure in execution, subtle in color, and rich in detail.\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 aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\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 Traditional dyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A (flatweave, no separate pile foundation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique condition, well preserved\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 class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSides and ends are fully secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecently professionally cleaned and ready 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 aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\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 antique 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 style=\"margin-bottom: -1.7em;\" class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 2em;\" class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a knotted rug or a kilim?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Esmat is a genuine flatweave kilim—hand-woven, not hand-knotted, with no pile. This 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. Antique Senneh kilims like the Esmat 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 content=\"Rugs \u0026amp; Antique Kilims\" itemprop=\"category\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Wool\" itemprop=\"material\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Hand-woven\" itemprop=\"productionMethod\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Senneh, Northwest Persia (Iran)\" itemprop=\"origin\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old New House®","offers":[{"title":"3'8\" x 5'1\"","offer_id":48877139165367,"sku":"3680","price":1490.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/7703\/8007\/files\/esmat-1.jpg?v=1784061178","url":"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/products\/esmat-antique-persian-senneh-kilim","provider":"Leonidas Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}