Number D0001
Type Village
Material Wool
Style All Over
Origin Kurdish
Size 480 x 205
Age 1230 (1815)
Stop press! A world beater of a rug here.
This is a miraculously preserved historical artwork that is over 200 years old. The masterpiece is dated 1230 Hijri at the very top. It was woven in the same year that Napoleon lost the Battle of Waterloo to the Duke of Wellington, to put it in perspective. It is closer to Shakespeare's time than it is to ours.
Of Sauj Bulagh workmanship, it boasts the famously brilliant natural dyes that those Kurdish weavers cooked up so excellently. The Herati pattern is show in here in full bloom, generously spaced, confidently arranged, and breathtakingly alluring. Equally decorative as it is important, this is a museum quality historical carpet that will grace and boost any private collection.
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. π¬π§
As a carpet collector of 30 years, I have noticed a decline in the amount of truly unique and high quality carpets on the market. I have also noted a decline in the knowledge of merchants, generally. Hadi Maktabi stands against this trend as a both a curator for and an educator of his clients. His offerings are well-researched, museum quality carpets that are both singular and expertly chosen. In dealing with Hadi, I have experienced excellent communication, a high standard of service and extremely pleasant interactions. Warren D., Hong Kong ππ°
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