Number 1690
Material Wool
Style Animal
Type Tribal
Origin Khamseh
Size 200 x 134
Age 1880
This rare group of nomadic rugs with swarms and swarms of peacocks is extremely popular with both collectors and connoisseurs. Everyone with an interest in tribal rugs seems to be attracted to these dynamic, vivacious antique carpets.
This example survives in perfect condition, with brilliant natural dyes. The contrast between the ivory colored medallions and the midnight blue field (both and all stuffed with birds to the brim) is markedly eye catching. There's so much fun action going on.
Hadi Maktabi and his staff provide comprehensive and thoughtful services to collectors and textile buyers worldwide. His knowledge of antique oriental rugs and textiles, including many fine offerings from the Levant, is unsurpassed. We have been loyal customers for over five years and have visited his Beirut premises. He has worked with us upon several occasions to select the exact Ottoman and Levantine pieces we wanted for our collection. You can be sure of quality and honesty when dealing with Hadi. Penelope and Timothy Hays, Just In From The East Collection, Florida πΊπΈ
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 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°