Number 2049
Type Workshop
Material Wool
Style Medallion
Origin Mashhad
Size 660 x 420
Age 1925
The name Amoghly, the Shah’s royal weaver, needs no introduction. It is by far the single most exalted and lauded name in Persian carpet history. The Amoghly brothers rose to fame during the reign of Reza Shah Pahlavi (1925-1941) and were his preferred source for palace floor coverings. Their carpets were of a finesse and beauty never seen before or since. They were only active in Mashhad for around 20 years, ending in the late 1930s. Production was always limited but always incredible. It is extremely difficult to find an Amoghly carpet. It is the holy grail for any antique dealer.
The natural colors here radiate a vibrant energy. The density of floral formations is mind boggling. All this and no silk involved at all. This is the same effect you’ll find in the Shah’s palaces in Tehran, furnished exclusively by the Amoghly bros of Mashhad.
J’ai fait la connaissance de Hadi lors de la préparation de l’exposition « L’Empire des roses, chefs-d’œuvre de l’art persan du 19ème siècle » qui a eu lieu au Louvre-Lens en 2018 et à laquelle il a participé par le prêt de tapis exceptionnels. J’avais alors été impressionnée par ses connaissances et sa passion pour les tapis orientaux. Cette rencontre a marqué le début d’une collaboration riche et fructueuse. Elle a notamment permis au musée du quai Branly-Jacques Chirac de voir ses collections iraniennes s’enrichir de plusieurs tapis et tentures dont certains n’ont pas leur équivalent dans les musées occidentaux. Ce que j’apprécie chez Hadi ? C’est son professionnalisme, son dynamisme et l’engouement qu’il a pour son métier ! Hana Chidiac, Curator of the Middle East Department at the Musee Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, Paris, France 🇫🇷
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 🇱🇧
“I practically furnished my entire home with carpets from Hadi. The process was not only a joy but it was also a learning experience for me. Hadi was super helpful in identifying the right pieces for my home that would both work with my taste, budget, sizes required and that would be a good investment for my family. Hadi’s collection is second to none, and his knowledge and service is truly the blessing on top.” Amr Banaja, Public Investment Fund, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
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