Number AH7423
Type Workshop
Material Wool
Origin Kashan
Style Tree
Size 210 x 135
Age 1900
I have handled some of the world's finest antique Kashan pairs. Put them all in one hand and hold this pair in the other and there's no comparison. These twins are head and shoulders finer, prettier and better than anything else I've seen. They belong to the end of the Mohtasham period and well before the rise of the "classical" Dabir Kashan period.
The immediate attraction lies in the stunning colors, the result of excellent dye materials and exquisite taste. The combination of golden saffron and turquoise sky blue, with a rainbow of pretty shades across the flowers, is as good as anything humanity has created. The pattern is of Mohtasham origin, lovingly drawn knot by knot, with indelible grace and terrific charm.
The surface was clipped painstakingly by hand to create a remarkable 3D surface with the yellow and blue grounds carved down leaving all the motifs embossed in a breathtaking way.
Super perfect condition.
Highest collectibility level.
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 🇦🇺
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
Hadi Maktabi and his staff provide comprehensive and thoughtful services to collectors and textile buyers worldwide. His knowledge of antique oriental rugs and textiles, including many fine offerings from the Levant, is unsurpassed. We have been loyal customers for over five years and have visited his Beirut premises. He has worked with us upon several occasions to select the exact Ottoman and Levantine pieces we wanted for our collection. You can be sure of quality and honesty when dealing with Hadi. Penelope and Timothy Hays, Just In From The East Collection, Florida 🇺🇸