Number D0053
Type Workshop
Material Wool
Style Flowery
Origin Kerman
Size 220 x 150
Age 1294 = 1876
The legendary master weaver was, along with Mulla Mohammad Hasan Mohtasham, the single most important carpet artist of the 19th century. He is credited with introducing the Gol Farang rose bouquet design to Persian carpets (this being a stellar example) and was the personal weaver to Nassereddine Shah Qajar during the 1860s thru to the 1880s. Ostad Hossein designed and wove remarkably large and beautiful carpets for the Shah. A brilliant small one survived in the Golestan Palace and was moved in 1977 to the Carpet Museum of Iran.
This harmonious rug is flowery delight. In a sense it is a bouquet of roses itself. The senses of color, poise, scale and balance are mature and confident, tasteful and pretty. The Grand Master's famous signature crowns the composition in the upper border, along with a date. Using such dated examples I was able, in my PhD thesis, to trace the trajectory and development of his style.
“You don’t just buy a rug from Dr Maktabi... It’s an experience, a rich one! You learn about history, culture & art. And more importantly you feel euphoric!” Dr Siamak Abolhassani, Expert Medical Care Clinics, Victoria, Australia 🇦🇺
“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 🇸🇦
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 🇦🇺
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