The Gallery
The Alberto Levi Gallery opened in 1997, following a family tradition that dates back to the nineteenth century. Focusing initially on antique carpets and textiles, it specialised in tribal and village rugs from Morocco, Anatolia, the Caucasus and Persia, traditional rugs from China, India and Central Asia, and 20th Century Art Deco and Modernist rugs.
Following the significant developments of contemporary rugs, the Alberto Levi Gallery became an early promoter of premier rug designers worldwide.
Since 2001, the gallery has expanded its roster of artists and incorporated many new and distinct collections. Today, we have a fresh focus on custom-made carpets and flat-weaves woven with a range of different materials in a plethora of designs - many of which are inspired by the antiques that have been the gallery's mainstay from its inception.
We now bring you the genius of the past within its purest form and within a wide range of colours, design interpretations and bespoke sizes to suit modern tastes and settings.
Following the significant developments of contemporary rugs, the Alberto Levi Gallery became an early promoter of premier rug designers worldwide.
Since 2001, the gallery has expanded its roster of artists and incorporated many new and distinct collections. Today, we have a fresh focus on custom-made carpets and flat-weaves woven with a range of different materials in a plethora of designs - many of which are inspired by the antiques that have been the gallery's mainstay from its inception.
We now bring you the genius of the past within its purest form and within a wide range of colours, design interpretations and bespoke sizes to suit modern tastes and settings.
History
The story of Alberto Levi’s family business begins in the second half of the nineteenth century. His paternal grandfather, Ghassem Levi, expanded his family business by leaving his home city of Mashad for Marv, in Turkmenistan, where he had quickly established himself for trading rugs and textiles with the local Turkmen tribes.
He would then export these goods along the Silk Road to his family and business contacts stationed in India and London. Alberto’s father, Soleiman, followed Ghassem’s footsteps with his adventurous beginnings in Bombay, where he became a rug supplier to the British officers, enabling him to move on to London. From there life took him on a quick stop in Zurich and, finally, establishing himself in Milano.
In 1949, he opened his wholesale business, importing antique oriental rugs and textiles from all over the world. Working with his father was a unique opportunity for Alberto to learn everything about the trade. In 1997 he felt ready to venture out and open his own gallery just around the corner from his father's warehouse, in via San Maurilio in the heart of Milan's old city.
He would then export these goods along the Silk Road to his family and business contacts stationed in India and London. Alberto’s father, Soleiman, followed Ghassem’s footsteps with his adventurous beginnings in Bombay, where he became a rug supplier to the British officers, enabling him to move on to London. From there life took him on a quick stop in Zurich and, finally, establishing himself in Milano.
In 1949, he opened his wholesale business, importing antique oriental rugs and textiles from all over the world. Working with his father was a unique opportunity for Alberto to learn everything about the trade. In 1997 he felt ready to venture out and open his own gallery just around the corner from his father's warehouse, in via San Maurilio in the heart of Milan's old city.
Team
Alberto Levi
Alberto’s passion for rugs has always been his driving force. Following his University studies in Chemistry, he soon focused on truly experiencing textile art by travelling the globe, searching for the best examples he could find. Opening his gallery in 1997 allowed him to reach out and share his knowledge with the whole world.
Nino Bucci
Nino has been there from day one, ever since Alberto joined his father’s business. His vast experience and his precise work ethic ensures that everything is taken care of professionally. He is the man behind the operation; our go-to guy.
Carola Galliani
Carola has been working with Alberto since the opening of the gallery. When she is not busy with clients, her magic hands restore antique rugs and her vast network with the press makes sure the gallery is well represented.
Joeff Caraos
Joeff joined our team in 2015. Ever since he proved his talents in digital imagery, media content and customer service. He is a problem solver and updates us on the newest gadgets.
Marcelo Celis
Marcelo is an all-rounder. He makes sure everything runs smoothly. Taking care of logistics and perfect customer service.
Anna Levi
Anna is the master of transferring the vibe of the gallery into words and pictures to make it accessible from afar. Under her guidance, a new visual and verbal language was created to better communicate the offering and expertise of the family business.