Number cc6356
Type Workshop
Origin Isfahan
Material Wool
Style Medallion
Size 220 x 155
Age 1930
Turquoise is the color associated with Isfahan, the capital of the Seljuks and Safavids, for over a thousand years. The beautiful celestial domes of the ancient city's palaces and mosques are all decorated with glittering turquoise blue tiles. As such, the color is the one most prized on the city's carpets but it is hard to find. Most antique Isfahan carpets bear combinations of cream, red and dark blue.
This makes this superb turquoise pair all the more beautiful, rare and demanded. The photo is a trompe l'œuil: both carpets are depicted. Can you spot both?
Perfect condition and amazing!
I have been buying and collecting oriental rugs for over 40 years. As a result I have had direct experiences with many dealers and galleries throughout Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia. The Hadi Maktabi establishment is distinct and unique. It is rare to find a dealer who not only has a discerning taste and excellent choice of rugs. But with Hadi, the experience is one of an erudite oriental rug scholar paired with years of family experiences and traditions dealing in rugs, carpets and textiles. The available choices, diversity and quality of his stock is awesome. It is always a pleasure. Highly recommended and satisfying. As a collector he has become not only a partner of choice, knowledge and information but also a valued friend. Robert Bell, CEO Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust, U.K. 🇬🇧
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 🇦🇺