Number 1959
Type Workshop
Material Silk
Style Medallion
Origin Kashan
Size 214 x 132
Age 1860
This is one of the two best silk Mohtashams I have handled (the other is sold www.hadimaktabi.com/carpet/38). It is one of the oldest, most pristine and most beautiful.
The range of colors is exuberantly impressive, Master Mohtasham leaning in on his deep arsenal of world beating natural dyes. The drawing is very elegant and balanced, with terrific poise and confidence. It is all supremely beautiful too.
Condition is by far finer than any old Kashan I have encountered. Full pile, total lack of cracking or humidity, very lush fringes and the widest kilim end I've seen on a silk.
For rug lovers and carpet collectors, it is really hard to recommend a piece finer than this.
“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 🇸🇦
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 🇦🇺
“You don’t just buy a rug from Dr Maktabi... It’s an experience, a rich one! You learn about history, culture & art. And more importantly you feel euphoric!” Dr Siamak Abolhassani, Expert Medical Care Clinics, Victoria, Australia 🇦🇺