Number SOLD
Style Prayer Rug
Type Anatolian
Material Silk & Gold Thread
Origin Anatolian
Size 166 x 125
Age 18th Century
As museum quality a piece as you or I will see. This fantastic antique prayer rug is unique and noteworthy for various reasons:
1. The silk pile
2. The silver wefts used throughout but which appear as design elements in Soof technique interspersed with the silk pile
3. The uncommon use of the very Islamic green color, signifying this was intended for prayer
4. The very early tulip border, reminiscent of 16th century royal Ottoman rugs
5. The calligraphy in Osmanli Turkish going around the inner border
6. The lantern dangling from the Mehrab niche, an echo of Surat Al Noor from the Holy Quran.
All this in perfect condition and with a remarkable sheen from both silver and silk threads!
“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 🇸🇦
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 🇱🇻
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 🇦🇺