For this edition, Mohamed El Kahhal unveiled a special collaboration with four distinguished regional and international artists: Sam Shendi, Alex Proba, Camille Fishel, and Rashed Al Shashai. Together, they reimagined the boundaries of textile art through seven one-of-a-kind rugs, each translating the artist’s unique visual identity into woven form.

From Shendi’s sculptural precision and Proba’s bold use of color, to Fishel’s graphic clarity and Al Shashai’s layered symbolism, the collection stands as a dialogue between mediums, where art becomes tactile and craft becomes contemporary.

Through this collaboration, Kahhal 1871 reinforces its commitment to bridging heritage with modern creativity, transforming artistic vision into timeless works of woven art that speak to the cultural pulse of today.

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About Kahhal 1871:

KAHHAL 1871 is the luxury home of contemporary and heritage hand-knotted rugs, currently operated by the fifth generation of the oldest and most renowned manufacturers and purveyors of handmade carpets and rugs in Egypt.

About Mohamed El Kahhal:

Mohamed El Kahhal is the fifth-generation leader and Managing Director of Kahhal 1871, Egypt’s oldest luxury rug house. With a deep respect for craft and culture, he is reshaping a 150-year-old legacy for a fast-moving world. Recently becoming a father, Mohamed is driven by the question of what kind of world – and brand – the next generation will inherit. His leadership blends heritage with fresh perspectives, collaborating across design disciplines to create work that feels alive and globally relevant while remaining unapologetically rooted in Arab identity.