Number 2144
Material Silk
Style Animal
Type Anatolian
Origin Anatolian
Size 33 x 33
Age 1970
Quasi circular old Hereke silk thatβs actually a complex polygon with 16 vortexes!
Everyone else thought it was a circle but in fact itβs a multi-lobed Hexadecagonβ can you even imagine how difficult it is to weave that by hand? Euclid is smiling down at us from across time and space!
And then thereβs the Phoenix π¦βπ₯ Bird iconography. This sure ainβt your average silk Hereke. This is more special than most.
Funny thing is that I got this as change for a bigger deal I made. Now I have it, I realize itβs worth more than I suspected. Itβs also signed by the artist Aynur, well known back in the day for this celebrated βstarβ shaped carpets π
33 cm diameter (for diametrically opposed vertices, 8 star points apart)
Circa 1970
Perfect condition
The idea of purchasing valuable rugs and other artwork online from an overseas seller is daunting for several reasons, not least of which is the fact that, not being able to examine and feel the rug for yourself, you are never entirely certain that the origin, age or condition of the rug corresponds with the dealerβs description. For me, I could never take this step unless I had absolute trust in the integrity of the dealer, and my recent experience with Hadi confirms that my faith in him was well placed. Every detail of the antique rug expertly explained by Hadi was accurate and when I finally received the actual rug, it turned out to be even more stunning than his photos depicted. F. Alsagoff, Singapore
To me personally there is no surprise, event or frankly anything that gets me more excited than the purchase of a treasured piece of understated artwork such as that of a proper vintage/antique carpet. The sourcing, grading and authentication of these pieces is no small task but is of the highest importance. Through the respected dealer Hadi Maktabi all that is guaranteed, and rest assured the one thing I can guarantee personally as a client is a first class service from the initial selection process till it gets delivered right to your door step. It was an undeniably special experience, with hundreds of carpets to choose from, will definitely be visiting again. Thank you dear Hadi. Habeeb Al Monawer, Kuwait π°πΌ
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