In a collaboration that bridges Egyptian craftsmanship and Qatari design, Kahhal 1871 and Shaikha Al Sulaiti present The Divine Collection, a series of handcrafted rugs and prayer pieces to be unveiled at a private viewing at Studio 7, Doha, on 11 November.
Rooted in the shared values of heritage, artistry and innovation, the collection transforms sacred geometry into contemporary form, comprising four area rugs, a runner and a pair of prayer rugs. Each prayer rug has been entirely hand-knotted, taking up to ninety days to complete.
At its heart, The Divine Collection is an exploration of connection, between craft and spirituality, human touch and divine inspiration. Every rug carries layers of meaning. In the prayer rugs, six stars are placed along each side, positioned over seven interlinking motifs that symbolise the seven heavens. An eighth link represents the gates of paradise. When the rugs are connected, the stars align in perfect symmetry, serving as a metaphor for harmony in togetherness. Another defining feature is the collection’s modular connection system, which allows individual rugs to be combined into larger configurations for majlis or open spaces.
“Divine Connection is a celebration of what binds our region beyond borders, it is a shared sense of spirituality, artistry and heritage. Our collaboration with Shaikha Al-Sulaiti brings together Qatari design sensibility and Egyptian craftsmanship in their purest forms.,” says Mohamed El Kahhal, Managing Director of Kahhal 187.
“The collection draws inspiration from the timeless teachings of our Arab heritage, the belief in love, unity, and strength through togetherness.”, says Shaikha Al Sulaiti, whose work reinterprets Gulf heritage through a modern lens.
Presented under the theme “A Craftsman’s Language, Spoken Anew,” the unveiling brings together Doha’s creative community in celebration of regional design, a testament to the power of craft as connection.
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Mariam Khawer is a Dubai-based writer and PR professional whose work spans food, art, and travel across the region. When she isn’t chasing deadlines, she’s likely at a gallery opening, testing out a new restaurant, piecing together one of her mixed-media art projects or at home with her four cats, who keep her on her toes.
