Number 2049
Type Workshop
Material Wool
Style Medallion
Origin Mashhad
Size 660 x 420
Age 1925
The name Amoghly, the Shahβs royal weaver, needs no introduction. It is by far the single most exalted and lauded name in Persian carpet history. The Amoghly brothers rose to fame during the reign of Reza Shah Pahlavi (1925-1941) and were his preferred source for palace floor coverings. Their carpets were of a finesse and beauty never seen before or since. They were only active in Mashhad for around 20 years, ending in the late 1930s. Production was always limited but always incredible. It is extremely difficult to find an Amoghly carpet. It is the holy grail for any antique dealer.
The natural colors here radiate a vibrant energy. The density of floral formations is mind boggling. All this and no silk involved at all. This is the same effect youβll find in the Shahβs palaces in Tehran, furnished exclusively by the Amoghly bros of Mashhad.
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 π±π»
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§
To me personally there is no surprise, event or frankly anything that gets me more excited than the purchase of a treasured piece of understated artwork such as that of a proper vintage/antique carpet. The sourcing, grading and authentication of these pieces is no small task but is of the highest importance. Through the respected dealer Hadi Maktabi all that is guaranteed, and rest assured the one thing I can guarantee personally as a client is a first class service from the initial selection process till it gets delivered right to your door step. It was an undeniably special experience, with hundreds of carpets to choose from, will definitely be visiting again. Thank you dear Hadi. Habeeb Al Monawer, Kuwait π°πΌ
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