Number AH159
Type Village
Material Wool
Style All Over
Origin Malayer
Size 355 x 263
Age 1880
I love Malayers. The exciting range of designs, the attractive dye materials, the firm yet soft nature of their weave.. I find they combine the best of all worlds, the finesse of professional workshop carpets and the charm and spontaneity of tribal rugs. In this case, we add a vital element of rarity and that is the very desirable size. Usually for such a length of 3.5 meters the width would not go beyond 1.8 meters yet in this case we have a very harmonious width of 2.6 meters. Sublime.
The all over boteh field allows it to fit in easily in any setting. The blue border is among the best that has been ever made.
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 🇺🇸
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 🇱🇧