Number 597
Type Workshop
Style Pictorial
Material Wool & Silk
Origin Kashan
Size 335 x 230
Age 1920
The single most beautiful Kashan I have ever seen. I have had older, larger, finer even (maybe?). But nothing compares to this. Please welcome the Magnificent Seven:
1. That most desirable of sizes, not too small and not too big.
2. Materials: does anything beat a Kashan with lush silk highlights?
3. The directional design, a Garden of Eden topped with an elegant mihrab--unique for this scale.
4. The landscape roundel at the center. A window into Narnia?
5. The cartouche border and its elegant spacing. The grace of the corner solutions. Ooh la la la.
6. The weave: extra fine with high knot density.
7. The perfection of condition. Word.
I must say this one of the most enriching carpet purchase experiences I ever had. This was not a mere transaction but more an experience about art and history. Dr Maktabi's experience and knowledge in this space is second to none. Highly recommended! R.A., Doha, Qatar
Purchasing carpets from Hadi Maktabi was the epitome of professionalism and joy. Hadi is an expert curator, purveyor, historian and story teller. His passion, knowledge, professionalism and expertise are evident every step of the way. With a wide range of choices and prices, prompt service, and fast sipping, we had our carpets in Sydney in a matter of days. The ultimate flying carpet experience! Zeina Tebbutt, Sidney, Australia 🇦🇺
The idea of purchasing valuable rugs and other artwork online from an overseas seller is daunting for several reasons, not least of which is the fact that, not being able to examine and feel the rug for yourself, you are never entirely certain that the origin, age or condition of the rug corresponds with the dealer’s description. For me, I could never take this step unless I had absolute trust in the integrity of the dealer, and my recent experience with Hadi confirms that my faith in him was well placed. Every detail of the antique rug expertly explained by Hadi was accurate and when I finally received the actual rug, it turned out to be even more stunning than his photos depicted. F. Alsagoff, Singapore