Number 811cc
Material Wool
Style Geometric
Origin Turkmen
Type Central Asian
Size 100 x 175
Age 1900
This is the LARGEST tribal bag I have ever seen, also the largest Turkmen (chuval Ψ΄ΩΨ§Ω) bag I have ever seen. It is 175 cm wide and exactly 1 meter tall. Chunky in pile and--miraculously-- with the kilim back still there and attached πͺπ― π΄πͺπ΅πΆ. I really wonder what they used to store in this oversized artifact and how they carried it around in their seasonal migrations.
I first met Dr. Maktabi as a lecturer on carpet history and was captivated by his passion for the subject. Only later I knew him as a dealer, though even in our financial transactions, Hadi has been a gentle guide and friend. He has understood my taste and interests and made wonderful suggestions, but never in a pushy way. That is to say I have enjoyed working with him on several levels and wish to continue our excellent relations and dealings far into the future. A. Harvey Pincis, formerly Dar Al Athar Al Islamiyyah Museum (Kuwait), Latvia π±π»
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 π¦πΊ
βYou donβt just buy a rug from Dr Maktabi... Itβs an experience, a rich one! You learn about history, culture & art. And more importantly you feel euphoric!β Dr Siamak Abolhassani, Expert Medical Care Clinics, Victoria, Australia π¦πΊ