Number 1946-7
Type Workshop
Material Wool
Style All Over
Origin Tudeshk
Size 242 x 149 -&- 233 x 152
Age 1925
Intact and perfectly preserved, this gorgeous pair of old Tudeshk is the first I have encountered in over 10 years. This quality merchandise has since long left the market and only survives (if at all) in private collections of art lovers. The pair is a testament to the glory of carpet weaving in the early 1900s as well as the refined taste of collectors back then. Coming in an impressive Pardeh size only adds to the rarity.
The Shah Abbas design of all over lotus flowers is brought to life by the pleasant color palette, particularly the brilliant turquoise blue. It reverberates against the creamy field with its beautiful red flowers particularly well. The fringes are all original and still in original length and condition. The weave is particularly fine.
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
You can't only be a customer of Hadi Maktabi. While his main purpose is rug dealing, he starts with story telling and ends with history selling. That's what I call high-end art curating and closing it all with an entertaining friendship. George El Hani, CEO Levica, Lebanon 🇱🇧
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. 🇬🇧