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RARE CARPETS . TEXTILES . ISLAMIC ART .
PURE SILK . FINE PERSIAN . WOVEN LEGENDS™ . CAUCASUS . DECORATIVE . NIMBAFT TRIBAL .
JAN KATH . PATCHWORK . VINTAGE . ART DECO . FUN KILIM .
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An extraordinary Pictorial Raver Kirman, Southern Persia, early 19th Century depicting a Royal hunting scene Size: 510 x 260.
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RARE CARPETS
TEXTILES
ISLAMIC ART
A refined Tabriz Hajji Jalili, Iran, 19th Century Size : 375 x 285.
A group of 19th Century gilt painted Bohemian Cut Crystal pair of Carafes and Hookah base, made for the Persian Market.
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A Fine Chichi Caucasian carpet, Azerbaijan district, 19th Century Size: 227 x 155.
An Exquisite Serapi Heriz with a Rare Ivory Field, Iran, end of the 19th Century. Size: 325 x 270. A Fine Kuba Shirvan Caucasian carpet,
Azerbaijan district, 19th Century.Size: 212 x 138.
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A Rare Antique Ottoman Embroidered Textile, Ottoman Turkey, end of the 18th Century. Size: 227 x 110.
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Up:An Antique
Ottoman Banyaluka Embroidered Textile
in felt applique technique, representing a Mihrab.
Probably used as a royal prayer carpet.
Ottoman Turkey, early 19th Century preserved
in perfect condition.Size: 180 x 130.
Down:An Antique
Ottoman Banyaluka Embroidered Wall Hanging in felt applique technique,
representing a Royal Pavilion and Gardens.
Ottoman Turkey, early 19th Century preserved
in perfect condition.Size: 180 x 130.
An exquisite Armenian carpet
from the Karabagh district signed and
dated in the two calendars:
1912 A.D. and 1330 A.H.
The design inspired from French
Savonnerie carpets of the 17th Century.
Size: 335 x 210.
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An Impressive Ottoman Ebony, Ivory & Mother of Pearl Inlay Octagonal Table, Turkey, 19th Century.
A Group of Three Khorassan Inkwells made of Steel and Silver Inlay, Iran, 12th Century
An Iznik Polychrome Square Tile, Ottoman Turkey, Ca 1575
A Silver Jewellery box in the form of a Pumpkin
for Dowry presentation with the Tugra of Sultan Abdul Mejid,
Ottoman Turkey 19th Century.
A mother of Pearl & Tortoise shell Ottoman scribe’s box.
Ottoman Turkey, 17th Century.
A Rare Neiriz carpet with rare yellow background and the Tree of Life Design, Iran 19th Century. Size: 207 x 154.
A Refined Ottoman Silk Embroidered Turban Cover Textile, Ottoman Turkey, 17th Century.
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A Watered Steel Sword (shamshir) with Gold
Engraved Blade and Gilt Brass Hilt. Ottoman Turkey,
18th Century.
A Rare and Unusual Edirne Wood Work “Heliye Sherif”
with the Physical Description of the Prophet Mohammad
(PBUH) Ottoman Turkey, 18th Century.
An Egyptian Ottoman Wood Cabinet with Ivory Inlay.
Impressive Mukarnas Work with interlocking Palmettes and Fine Arabesque Work.
19th Century.
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A Rare and Unusual Tabriz carpet signed by the Master Weaver “Aalabaft” Wool and Silk Touch on Silk base. Size: 292 x 178.
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A Fine Wool and Silk Tabriz carpet on Silk base,
Iran depicting the Gonbad design inspired from Persian
architecture. Size: 352 x 249.
An extremely Fine Ghom Pure Silk carpet, Iran signed by the famous artist “Djamchidi”. Size: 200 x 200.
PURE SILK
FINE PERSIAN
WOVEN LEGENDS™
CAUCASUS
DECORATIVE CARPETS
NIMBAFT TRIBAL
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A Ghom Pure Silk carpet, Iran signed by ”Forkani”
depicting a Finely detailed Gonbad Medallion .
Size: 300 x 240
Left: A Refined Ghom Pure Silk carpet,
Iran signed by the world Famous Artist
“Mir Mehdi”.Size: 210 x 135.
Right:A Ghom Pure Silk carpet, Iran depicting the Noble
Medallion design. Size: 298 x 196.
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A Rare and Exquisite Pure Silk carpet made by the world Famous Artist “Mir Mehdi” and carrying 7 hidden signatures. The carpet depicts a Royal Hunting scene in refined details.
Size: 350 x 250.
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A Ferahan carpet from the
Woven Legends Collection with a design inspired
from 17th Century Moghul court carpets.
Pure Hand Spun Wool and Natural Vegetable Dyes.
Size: 405 x 293.
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A Mamlouk carpet from the Woven
Legends Collection. Inspired from the
Rare Mamlouk carpets of the
15th & 16th Century. Size: 609 x 361.
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Up:A Mamlouk carpet
from the Woven Legends Collection.
Inspired from the Rare Mamlouk carpets
of the 15th & 16th Century.Size: 551 x 333.
Down:A Kentwilly carpet
from the Woven Legend Collection.
Inspired from Bessarabian carpets.
Made of Handspun Wool and Vegetable colors.
Size: 280 x180.
A Shirvan carpet from the Woven
Legends Collection with a Leski
star motif. Size: 390 x 300.
An extremely Fine Ferahan carpet from the Woven Legends
Collection with a Royal Agra design.
Made from Handspun Wool and Natural Vegetable colors. Size: 294 x 262.
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Up:A Fine Samsun carpet
with a Kachan Mohtachem design.
Size : 300x200.
Down:An extremely
Fine Samsun carpet with Silk touch
depicting a 16th Century Isfahan design.
Size : 304 x 251.
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An impressive large Nimbaft Tribal carpet with Soumak
and carpet mixed technique,
made by the Tribes of Southern Iran
using the best virgin handspun wool
and natural vegetable dyes.
Size: 579 x 401.
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MODERN
PATCHWORK
VINTAGE
JAN KATH DESIGN
ART DECO
FUN KILIM
Patchwork Collection in Red Color
(available in various sizes).
Patchwork Collection in Mediterranean colors (available in various sizes).
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MODERN
Down:Vintage Collection carpet
in Pink Color. Size: 280 x 185.
Up:Vintage Collection carpet
in Purple Color. Size: 380 x 280.
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Up:Verona Air Design
from the Jan Kath Collection. Wool and Silk.
Hand made in Tibet. Also available in
custom made sizes & colors.
Size: 300 x 250.
Down:Milano Double
Vendetta Design from the Jan Kath Collection.
Wool and Silk. Hand made in Tibet.
Also available in custom made
sizes and colors.Size: 300 x 250.
MODERN
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Boro 10 design from the Jan Kath
Collection. Wool and Silk.
Hand made in Tibet.
Also available in custom made
sizes and colors.Size: 300 x 250.
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Alcaraz Design from the Jan Kath Collection.
Wool and silk. Hand made in Tibet.
Also available in custom made
sizes and colors.Size: 350 x 250.
MODERN
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Right:Roma Vendetta Design
from the Jan Kath Collection. Wool and Silk.
Hand made in Tibet. Also available in
custom made sizes and colors. Size: 350 x 250.
Left:Ferrara Rocked Design
from the Jan Kath Collection. Wool and Silk.
Also available in custom made
sizes and colors.Size: 400 x 300.
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Dear carpet lover,
We are proud to have presented you our latest catalogue of wonderful and exciting examples from our extensive collection of Antique, Traditional and Modern carpets, kilims , textiles and Islamic Art. Our eclectic stock includes, in addition to the rare and the collectable, the highly decorative and the avant-garde! We look forward to welcoming you, our clients and friends, to view these collections in one of our showrooms, be it Ashrafieh, Verdun, Phoenix Tower or the Intercontinental Phoenicia Hotel lobby. I take this opportunity to remind you of our extensive customer services, that we have developed over three generations of commitment to excellence in Carpets:
• PROFESSIONAL CLEANING AND CARPET RESTORATION: Our team of skilled and expert restaurateurs use professional techniques and authentic materials to clean, wash and re-store your valuable and antique carpets. Our experts are ready to offer you free consultation and estimate advice for any restoration regarding your valuable carpets and heirlooms.
• HOME DELIVERY AND TRIAL: Iwan Maktabi maintains a professional staff to assist homeowners, interior designers and businesses in selecting their carpets. Trial before purchase in the privacy of your home is always possible with our professional delivery teams.
• IN HOUSE DESIGN : Iwan Maktabi offers you in-house design consultation, and even the possibility to design your own carpet, taking into consideration design, color combina-tion and quality.
APPRAISAL AND CERTIFICATES: Iwan Maktabi will issue a value appraisal certificate for each purchased carpet or piece of art. In addition, a free advice and estimate of your valuable carpets, kilims and tapestries will be offered.
Looking forward to welcoming you at Iwan Maktabi,
Yours Truly,
Mohamed Maktabi
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ASHRAFIEH Charles Malek Avenue. Quantum Tower, first floor.T. +961 1 336 301F. +961 1 336 225
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Beirut 2071 4714, Lebanon.