Number 813
Material Wool
Style Geometric
Origin Gabbeh
Type Tribal
Size 340 x 130
Age 1880
Be still my beating heart .. โค๏ธ .. Take a deep breath and enjoy the sight of the single sweetest and most splendid Gabbeh rug in the whole wide world! It is impeccable. Perfect. Remarkable.
The weaver, and her supplier (of natural dyes), was a genius craftswoman. She was Michaelangelo and Mondrian rolled into one. A master expert at ultra fine weaving and equally one of the most tasteful color coordinators the world has seen.
The materials are succulent. Gabbehs are traditionally the clunkiest and coarsest of all loom woven rugs. The finesse on show here is incredibly high with an elevated knotting density, all the more stunning for the foundation being 100% wool. One of the pieces I am proudest to own.
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. ๐ฌ๐ง
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
โI 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. Hadiโs collection is second to none, and his knowledge and service is truly the blessing on top.โ Amr Banaja, Public Investment Fund, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ๐ธ๐ฆ