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Rooted in heritage, its motifs echo old Qatari buildings, binding culture and identity. Together, faith and tradition form a balance—grounding us in belonging, compassion, and unity

Imagining Utopia

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PRAYER MAT DESIGN

Shaikha Al-Sulaiti × Kahhal1871

This prayer mat is a tapestry of unity, weaving patterns from the capsule into a design rich with meaning. Its asymmetry reflects the beauty of imperfection, reminding us of human flaws and divine grace.

Open from either side, it embodies jama’a—connection, congregation, and the completeness we find in one another through faith. The crescent marks belief, while the spiral recalls life’s journey and the interwoven nature of existence.

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Hand-knotted over 90 days with 160,000 knots per square meter, these rugs blend New Zealand wool and silk into a luminous surface of depth and texture. Hand-finished by artisans in Egypt, each piece is a testament to time, craft, and cultural heritage elevated into contemporary design.

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Divine Connection

PRAYER MAT DESIGN

Hand-knotted over 90 days with 160,000 knots per square meter, these rugs blend New Zealand wool and silk into a luminous surface of depth and texture. Hand-finished by artisans in Egypt, each piece is a testament to time, craft, and cultural heritage elevated into contemporary design.

Composition: New Zealand wool, silk. Hand- knotted, 160,000 knots/sqm. 90 days to complete. Hand-finished by artisans in Egypt.

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ART IN THE MIDDLE

Kahhal 1871 and Shaikha Al Sulaiti reveal The Divine Collection in Doha

Published: November 9, 2025

Continuing its journey of cultural collaboration and contemporary craftsmanship, Egyptian rug house Kahhal 1871 has announced The Divine Collection in partnership with Qatari designer Shaikha Al Sulaiti.

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MARIE CLAIRE MAISON

Designing Togetherness: How The Divine Collection Celebrates Unity Through Craft

Published: November 17, 2025

In a quiet corner of Studio 7 in Doha, rugs are not simply laid on the floor – they are arranged like conversations. Edges meet, motifs align, and what begins as a single gesture of devotion expands into a shared spatial experience.

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DESIGN ASIA MAGAZINE

Kahhal 1871 and Shaikha Al Sulaiti unveil “The Divine Collection” in Doha

Published: November 7, 2025

Continuing its journey of cultural collaboration and contemporary craftsmanship, Kahhal 1871 announces the unveiling of The Divine Collection in partnership with Shaikha Al Sulaiti, to be revealed at an exclusive private viewing at Studio 7, Doha, on November 11th, 2025.

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AE WORLD

Kahhal 1871 and Shaikha Al Sulaiti Unveil The Divine Collection in Doha

Published: October 31, 2025

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.

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KAHHAL 1871

Shaikha Al Sulaiti

Published: 2025

Al-Sulaiti, known for her ability to weave contemporary aesthetics with deep cultural roots, drew inspiration from the intricate carvings found in traditional Qatari homes.

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GQ MIDDLE EAST

Kahhal 1871 and Shaikha Al Sulaiti Team Up to Reimagine the Art of the Rug

Published: November 18, 2025

Some collaborations happen because two brands share a mood-board. Others happen because there’s an actual cultural conversation worth having. The Divine Collection is firmly in the second category. 

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