One-of-a-kind gently used rug, handwoven and handknotted in the town of Azilal between the High and Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco.
Dimensions: 2'11" x 9'1" (91 cm x 277 cm)
Arcangelo has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Rug Type:
Naturally Aged
Vintage, handwoven rugs from Turkey and Morocco, selected for their color and design and preserved as-is.
Age:
Lightly Used
Typically between 5-20 years old
Main Color:
Brown
Rug Details
One-of-a-kind gently used rug - only one in stock!
100% wool pile on cotton foundation
Dimensions: 2'11" x 9'1" (91 cm x 277 cm)
Plush pile: approximately 1.2"(3cm)
Color palette: walnut brown, magenta, navy, inky black, cream
These rugs are prized for their expressive design and construction. Their freeform edges meander and wiggle, unbound by constrictions of mass production.
Curator's Notes
Motifs
Moroccan rugs don’t come with a key. As with any painting or poem, their motifs have many subjective interpretations. Originally made for personal use, these rugs took months to weave, documenting a shifting tide of events and emotions in the weaver’s life.
Lined with a repeating set of five medallions to create multiple points of visual interest and direction
An eye motif indicates the power to reflect the evil eye, and thus protect the weaver
Abrash adds visual depth and texture in its variation in color and tone
Origin
Azilal rugs typically have abstract, painterly designs, and are similar to rugs from Ourika. These pieces can be distinguished by their bright colors, facilitated by the use of cotton in addition to wool.
Material Details
Wool, a staple in Moroccan rug design, was considered almost sacred to the Amazigh (Berber) people, whose nomadic lifestyle included sheep and goat herding. In addition to being available, wool is durable, long-lasting, and soft—so it’s super comfy to walk and relax on. In this piece, the wool pile is knotted onto a strong cotton foundation, prized for its sturdiness.
Moroccan wool is locally sourced and produces a thick, strong pile that feels soft and fluffy underfoot. A small amount of shedding is to be expected from this natural fiber, but it’s worth it: its high pile is beloved for its wild, tousled texture.
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