CU-1294 - Antique Persian Senneh Rug
4ft 06in X 6ft 05in
Circa: 1880
Senneh Rugs
From the town of Senha (Sanandaj) in Kurdistan come antique rugs that attain nearly miraculous fineness and suppleness. And they are rugs, almost never room sizes or runners. The texture is unique: a sandpapery back and an incredibly low pile. Antique Persian Senneh rugs are among the most collectible and coveted of Iranian town rugs. The production has always been small and those with silk warps are incredibly rare. The same Kurds who make the most rustic and folky rugs in Persia also weave these amazing pieces of true rug art. Modern Senneh's are good, but the 19th century antiques are truly magical.
Vacuum your rug frequently and use a vacuum which uses suction and does not have bristles. If possible, set vacuum to low power setting and vacuum the rug up and down and do not use a back-and-forth motion.
If possible, rotate the rug every few years to allow foot traffic to be spread evenly and shade the rug from direct sunlight to avoid fading in areas.
A rug pad is recommended on all surfaces to prevent slipping and stop marking if on floors with grooves or lines. Professional cleaning is recommended every two or three years.
