Number (sold)
Type Caucasian
Material Wool
Style Prayer Rug
Origin Caucasian
Size 210 x 161
Age 1870
Absolutely brilliant. This is a major keeper for whomever it chooses to go to eventually. It's about double the size of Borchalu prayer rugs from eastern Georgia and rather wide in format. What is most gripping is the tremendous quality of the natural dyes. The flaming 🔥 red is marvelously complemented by amazing blues and greens. Pure and utter magic. A visual and tactile sensation.
As a carpet collector of 30 years, I have noticed a decline in the amount of truly unique and high quality carpets on the market. I have also noted a decline in the knowledge of merchants, generally. Hadi Maktabi stands against this trend as a both a curator for and an educator of his clients. His offerings are well-researched, museum quality carpets that are both singular and expertly chosen. In dealing with Hadi, I have experienced excellent communication, a high standard of service and extremely pleasant interactions. Warren D., Hong Kong 🇭🇰
“You don’t just buy a rug from Dr Maktabi... It’s an experience, a rich one! You learn about history, culture & art. And more importantly you feel euphoric!” Dr Siamak Abolhassani, Expert Medical Care Clinics, Victoria, Australia 🇦🇺
You can't only be a customer of Hadi Maktabi. While his main purpose is rug dealing, he starts with story telling and ends with history selling. That's what I call high-end art curating and closing it all with an entertaining friendship. George El Hani, CEO Levica, Lebanon 🇱🇧